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
Client stories – the people and faces of YMOW
George George was never much of a cook. After losing his wife, his ability to drive and much of his eyesight, canned beans and cold cereal became staples in his diet. "I'd sometimes eat them three times a day," the 74-year-old Vietnam Veteran and EMU graduate said. "Someone at church told me
ElliQ opens new world for Ypsilanti seniors
LEARN MORE ABOUT ELLIQ LISTEN TO OUR RADIO SEGMENT Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels (YMOW) has a new partner in our mission to support our homebound neighbors, and her name is ElliQ. ElliQ is a proactive companion robot that helps older adults remain active, engaged, and independent. Designed for
News outlet features Care on Wheels program
https://www.clickondetroit.com/all-about-ann-arbor/2022/04/26/washtenaw-county-organizations-launch-care-on-wheels-service-during-pandemic/
YMOW pets program featured on WXYZ-TV
Glenda Lewis of WXYZ featured our pet support program on Friday, July 16, 2021. Check it out here!
Pets grant provides grooming, vet services
Freelance writer and friend of YMOW, Sarah Rigg, shares news about our We Love Pets grant from Meals on Wheels America and how we're using it to enhance the lives of our clients and their pets. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE SEE OUR PRESS RELEASE
YMOW pet support program featured on Detroit news
Operations Director Kelly Schwartz was featured on WXYZ news Tuesday, June 15, along with photos of several YMOW clients and their pets. The segment, organized by Meals on Wheels America, recognized the role that Meals on Wheels organizations across the country play in helping seniors care for their
YMOW is in the news!
Read how YMOW and five other local organizations will benefit from the largest-ever gift to the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund. https://www.secondwavemedia.com/concentrate/features/gousseff0586.aspx