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New CEO/Executive Committee in place at YMOW

New CEO/Executive Committee in place at YMOW

As YMOW embarks on our second half-century of service to our community, we do so with a new leader at the helm. Following an extensive search conducted by the Andrews Group, we are proud and excited to announce Barbara Niess-May as YMOW’s new President and CEO.  A proud supporter of the Ypsilanti community, Barbara comes ...
Pi(e) & a Pint – an Epically Delicious Event!

Pi(e) & a Pint – an Epically Delicious Event!

Pi(e) & a Pint / 50-Pie Challenge ...
Give More to Feed More prepares us for the future

Give More to Feed More prepares us for the future

OUR CASE FOR SUPPORT SAVE THE DATES! YMOW’s 50th birthday is certainly something to celebrate, but it coincides with another major milestone that will require us to work even harder for our senior neighbors. In 2024, more Americans will turn 65 than in any other year in history. There is an aging crisis on the horizon. ...
Sylvia makes Mondays a little easier at YMOW

Sylvia makes Mondays a little easier at YMOW

Every Monday morning, YMOW can count on a delivery of fresh fruits, vegetables and other treats from Food Gatherers. And not far behind is volunteer Sylvia Bethea, YMOW’s volunteer of the quarter.  Sylvia sorts the bulk delivery of produce into individual, manageable portions that are sent out with each client’s regular meals that same day.  ...
Pets can make us healthier, inside and out

Pets can make us healthier, inside and out

A fuzzy snuggle, a friendly purr and a slightly slobbery kiss are all perks of having a pet. All of these small pleasures can add up to some big benefits, especially for YMOW clients and other seniors living alone.  Pets relieve isolation The physical, mental and emotional effects of loneliness and isolation include a higher ...
A very curious event! Wonderland Breakfast and Creature Carnival Nov. 11

A very curious event! Wonderland Breakfast and Creature Carnival Nov. 11

Wonderland Breakfast & Creature Carnival ...
Volunteering is a team effort for the Englebergs

Volunteering is a team effort for the Englebergs

As is the case for most recent retirees, Suzy and Cary Engleberg’s decision to end their work careers came with the gift of more time – a gift that they are eager to share with their community and with Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels.  Each Wednesday the couple arrives at YMOW to load up meals for ...
Come on down to Lemonade Lane

Come on down to Lemonade Lane

START A TEAM MAKE A DONATION BECOME A SPONSOR ...
Volunteer’s role just keeps growing

Volunteer’s role just keeps growing

When Debby Bolton signed on as a volunteer at Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels, she never intended to do anything besides help to prepare meals for delivery. But just a couple of weeks later, she agreed to ride along with Client Care Associate Eric.  “I wanted to see where the food was going. After just one ...
 

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