Directly from Our Director's Desk:
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We need your help! Meals on Wheels Erie is growing - and so is the need for compassionate volunteers to deliver meals and groceries to homebound seniors in our community.
By giving just a couple of hours a week (or as your schedule allows as a substitute driver), you can provide so much more than a meal—you’ll be offering a lifeline of support, connection, and independence to seniors who rely on these deliveries.
It’s a small commitment with a big impact, both for our seniors and for you! Volunteers often share how rewarding it feels to brighten someone's day with a visit and a freshly made meal or groceries, knowing they’ve made a difference.
The need is pressing as we plan for the winter season and we hope you’ll consider joining our dedicated team. Every delivery helps ensure our seniors are well-nourished, cared for, and feel connected to the community.
If you’d like to help or learn more about how you can get involved, please reach out to us today. We’d love to have you on board. Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference!
Cheers!
Jennifer
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Senior Fair Season Winds Down
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During the busy "Senior Fair Season," Kathleen, Pat, and Jennifer actively engaged with the community, highlighting the benefits of receiving Meals on Wheels' freshly made meals and grocery deliveries.
They spoke with attendees about the program's impact, recruited new volunteers, and distributed fun swag, helping to spread awareness and support for this vital service.
Thank you to: Representatives Bizzarro, Harkins, and Merski, the Erie Zoo, National Church Residences, and Mercy Hilltop Senior Center.
We're looking forward to the Eastside YMCA on November 1st and to seeing everyone again next year!
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Meals on Wheels Erie Volunteers are Welcome at
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The Independent Council on Aging: Comic Relief for Caregivers event is October 17th at the Zem Zem Shrine Club!
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We are thrilled to invite you to ICAs 13th Annual Comic Relief for Caregivers event! This event is FREE and open to anyone who cares for an elderly family member, neighbor, or client. Volunteers, this means you too!
OCTOBER 17, 2024 😂 4:00 - 7:30 PM
ZEM ZEM SHRINE CLUB - 2525 W. 38TH STREET
Event Highlights
The headliner of the event is a nationally known professional comedian. More details to come!
Explore a variety of health vendors providing valuable resources and information.
Win exciting prizes at the basket raffle!!!
Delicious appetizers provided and enjoy your favorite beverages from the cash bar.
We'll see you there!
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BIG FOOD DAY - OCTOBER 11!
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Grocery Orders - October 15th Only!
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The Meals on Wheels Erie offices will be closed on Monday, October 14th for the Columbus Day holiday. These meals will be delivered on Friday, October 11th, with the weekend meals.
Thank you, Friday Drivers, for taking on the extra meals!
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Welcome our newest Volunteers!
Tony A - Meal Delivery
Jimmy N - Meal Delivery
Kathleen D - Meal Delivery
David W - Meal Delivery
Matthew B - Grocery Delivery
We're so excited to have you with us and can't wait to work together to make a difference!
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WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR CHEERFUL VOLUNTEERS!
You might be amazed at how much good you can do with just 2 hours a week…whether you’re interested in driving a meal delivery route or grocery shopping for individual clients, we’d love to have you!
For more information about volunteering, please call us at 814-452-6930 or email: kathleen@mealsonwheelserie.org
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At Meals on Wheels Erie, we enable people to age at home with dignity by providing a compassionate check-in, nutritious meals, and grocery delivery. If you know someone who could benefit from our services or would like to learn more about what we do, we encourage you to share this newsletter with them. Your support helps us reach those who need us most.
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We are grateful for your support.
Your gift helps us continue our work in the following ways:
Nutritious Home Delivered Meal Program - for seniors, veterans, and the disabled
Grocery Shopping and Delivery Program
Blizzard Bags – shelf stable food delivered once, every winter, to every client
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Monday - Thursday
8am - 4pm
Friday
8am - Noon
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(814) 452-6930
4408 Peach Street
Suite 102
Erie, PA 16509
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