Since first signing on as a YMOW volunteer in 1995, Bob Nowlan has delivered thousands of meals, met hundreds of people, made dozens of friends and taken countless bags of garbage to the curb. “I don’t know how much garbage I’ve taken out over the years,” said Bob, but he does know that each of
Record number of meals delivered in 2020
The year 2020 certainly came with its challenges, not only for YMOW, but also for those we serve. As older adults and people with health issues took steps to stay at home, demand for Meals on Wheels spiked. Meanwhile, our volunteer pool dwindled. But thanks to YMOW’s dedicated staff and a small but
For Volunteer of the Quarter, visits are more important than ever
Vera Felk-Spraetz looked forward to her weekly visits with the folks on her mini route just as much as the clients looked forward to her knock on their door each Wednesday. Then, everything changed. The new distancing rules and the need for a mask wasn’t the hard part, Vera said. The hard part
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Volunteer of the Quarter stepped in when he was needed most
When the world around him began to shut down in March 2020, Ronald Youngblood wanted a way to help his community cope with a strange new reality. A friend suggested he help deliver meals for Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels, and Ronald jumped right on board. Ronald’s volunteer training was a little
Support from Toyota gives dozens access to food and support
The donation of a Toyota Sienna by Toyota Motor North America and Dunning Toyota of Ann Arbor will allow Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels to add a fifth route to its meal deliveries. That means as many as 50 more homebound neighbors will have access to food and support from YMOW. The gift also included a
Top 10 Protocols for safe food delivery
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought changes to nearly every part of our lives. Access to food is one thing that shouldn't change. YMOW has protocols in place to ensure our homebound neighbors continue to receive the food they need while remaining safe and healthy. 1. Staff whose work does not
Safety measures added for all YMOW volunteers
COVID-19 protocols, updated 1-10-2022: All personnel working in-person must be vaccinated. Volunteers and staff are required to wear a KN95 or N95 mask while working in our office space or during ride-along shifts. Masks will be provided for those who need them. Volunteers and staff must wear a