Join us in welcoming Jessica Cichowlas as YMOW's new volunteer coordinator! Prior to joining the YMOW team, Jessica was a volunteer herself throughout high school and college. She most recently served as assistant volunteer and outreach coordinator for Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation’s GIVE365
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
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
YMOW gives volunteer of the quarter purpose in retirement
Having retired from his career in IT, John Isakson needed a new reason to get up and dressed every day. “You have to have a reason to get up every morning,” said John, our final Volunteer of the Quarter for 2019. For nearly six years, that reason has been the people served by Ypsilanti Meals
Help us spread the love this Valentine’s Day
Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels will help our local seniors celebrate Valentine's Day again this year with our annual card-making event! Volunteers of ALL AGES are invited to gather at Cultivate Coffee and Tap House, 307 N River St., Ypsilanti, for a creative morning of card-making from 9 a.m. to
Volunteer of the Quarter
Extra batteries are just one way honored volunteer serves more than a meal She’s been called Ash, Ashercat and Ashleigh O. But it wasn’t until she became a YMOW volunteer that Ashleigh Oliveira started answering to the nickname “My Little Chocolate Chip.” “I have no idea where that came from,”
One cheesy reason to be excited about Saturday meals!
When YMOW announced the return of weekend meal delivery starting June 1, Sharon was among the first to sign up. Until now, her Saturday dinner usually consisted of a reheated piece of chicken. Sunday dinner was more of the same. But not for long! On June 1, she can look forward to a hot
Join us as we celebrate Saturday delivery!