Second Helping is a bulletin distributed quarterly to Meals on Wheels clients and volunteers throughout Jefferson County. It briefly covers important topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, that support Meals on Wheels’ mission of helping seniors live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes — right where they want to be. To read…
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Show Your Support for Meals on Wheels with this Limited-Edition T-Shirt…Must Order by April 18th!
We are so excited that Meals on Wheels is included in Yellowhammer Creative’s limited edition “Local Series” of T-shirts promoting a select list of Birmingham-area nonprofits. The design looks great, it’s a premium poly-cotton shirt in heather athletic blue and you can get your very own by ordering before midnight on Sunday, April 18th. Here’s…
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Get Your Second Helping for the Spring Here
Second Helping is a bulletin distributed quarterly to Meals on Wheels clients and volunteers throughout Jefferson County. It briefly covers important topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, that support Meals on Wheels’ mission of helping seniors live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes — right where they want to be. To read…
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“If you’re not trying to help people, what are you doing?”
That’s David’s perspective on volunteering with United Way Meals on Wheels. For him, helping others is simply a matter of making good use of your time. Showing empathy for others’ limitations. And putting your best intentions into action. David began his volunteer work with Meals on Wheels about four years ago – well before the…
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Get Your Second Helping for the Winter Here
Second Helping is a bulletin distributed quarterly to Meals on Wheels clients and volunteers throughout Jefferson County. It briefly covers important topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, that support Meals on Wheels’ mission of helping seniors live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes — right where they want to be. To read…
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Volunteer Finds Fulfillment by Delivering Meals – And Hope – to the Homebound
The social distancing protocols and other safety measures taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic have left many feeling isolated, but now more than ever, community is crucial — just ask United Way Meals on Wheels. The senior nutrition program has faced unprecedented challenges with regard to the vulnerability of both homebound clients and the…
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ClasTran Helps Meals on Wheels Keep Hope Rolling for Seniors
ClasTran first hit the road in 1997, aiming to provide a much-needed service to seniors and people with disabilities: reliable transportation. Since then, the program has helped countless individuals connect with resources and amenities throughout Jefferson and Shelby counties, making more than 167,880 trips in 2019 alone! In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, ClasTran has…
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Get Your Second Helping for the Fall Here
Second Helping is a bulletin distributed quarterly to Meals on Wheels clients and volunteers throughout Jefferson County. It briefly covers important topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, that support Meals on Wheels’ mission of helping seniors live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes — right where they want to be. To read…
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Get Your Second Helping for the Summer Here
Second Helping is a bulletin distributed quarterly to Meals on Wheels clients and volunteers throughout Jefferson County. It briefly covers important topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, that support Meals on Wheels’ mission of helping seniors live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes — right where they want to be. To read…
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Get Your Second Helping for the Spring Here
Second Helping is a bulletin distributed quarterly to Meals on Wheels clients and volunteers throughout Jefferson County. It briefly covers important topics, such as nutrition, health and safety, that support Meals on Wheels’ mission of helping seniors live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes — right where they want to be. To read…
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