With help from a friend, longtime volunteer gets back on the road
After a heart surgery, Jim worried he would have to quit what he described as the “best job in the world.” Then a friend stepped in to help.
Blog: An Extra Serving
Finding community in volunteering
Last summer, Cordelia Henderson felt like something was missing. Living alone during the pandemic, she wasn’t feeling as connected to her community as she would like. Then she saw a post online about a need for Meals on Wheels volunteers and knew what she had to do.
Ask an expert: Why fighting social isolation matters
We spoke with Erica Berger, a licensed therapist with Allina Health, about the issue of social isolation and how it relates to the work of Meals on Wheels. Spoiler alert: When you’re helping the community by volunteering, it’s not just those you are serving who benefit.
Meals on Wheels volunteers in the news
We’ve learned throughout the pandemic that Meals on Wheels volunteers will continue to deliver despite the challenges the world throws at them. We were pleased to see the media take note of their dedication this week in light of rising gas prices.
Share the Love Event once again benefits Meals on Wheels
Once again, if you’re in the market for a new car, you can also make an impact on the lives of Meals on Wheels recipients…
A chance to virtually share holiday cheer with meal recipients
The holidays are a joyful time, but it’s also a time where some of the people we serve feel the most isolated. We’re asking our…
How to get involved with Meals on Wheels this Thanksgiving Season!
Thanksgiving is around the corner and we are heading into the busiest time of the year! Learn about how you can participate and support Meals…
Continuing a Meals on Heels Tradition in 2021!
Due to the pandemic, we made the hard decision to forgo hosting a large gathering this year and will be focusing on making Meals on…
Update: COVID-19 relief meals continue for adults 50+
Twin Cities Meals on Wheels programs will continue to offer COVID-19 relief meals to adults age 50+. Any individual age 50 or older who faces…
Vaccination information for Meals on Wheels recipients and volunteers
As COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue in Minnesota, your best resource for the most current information on who is eligible and where to find vaccines is…