A Family Tradition Dan M. retired from a robust career in the finance field a few years ago. He had always been community-oriented and wanted to find something to do in his free time that could benefit the greater community. In the 1970’s, Dan’s mom, Muriel, was a Meals on Wheels volunteer in the … [Read more...] about A Family Tradition
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland acknowledges the importance of Holocaust Remembrance Day, on January 27th, 2022. The United Nations General Assembly and other organizations around the globe also recognize this date as one of remembrance in honor of the anniversary and liberation of the … [Read more...] about Holocaust Remembrance Day
Behind the Scenes: Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland Operations
The Task Beginning in 1960, the Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland (MOWCM) model was designed to deliver hot and cold meals to clients’ homes starting with 10 deliveries in Baltimore. Over 60 years later, with this system firmly established, we provided 1,354,975 meals to homebound adults … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes: Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland Operations
Client Corner: Meet Sallie
Sallie M. is 73 years old and currently lives in Anne Arundel County. She is originally from South Carolina but has lived in Maryland for more than 30 years. She is witty and positive, always ready to laugh and share stories. Sallie struggles with her vision, making it impossible to drive and … [Read more...] about Client Corner: Meet Sallie
Intergenerational Connections with GAP
This week, we are highlighting another awesome Grocery Assistance Program volunteer duo- Kim and Jake who give back to homebound adults in Harford County. Kim and Jake H. Jake H. is 13 years old and completed the 8th grade at Patterson Mill School in Bel Air this past Spring. He is part of the … [Read more...] about Intergenerational Connections with GAP
Volunteer as a Family with the GAP Program
Sometimes there is nothing better than giving back as a family. At Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland (MOWCM), there are so many ways to engage family members of all ages- from packing to delivery to creative service projects and fundraisers. One fun way to volunteer is through our Grocery … [Read more...] about Volunteer as a Family with the GAP Program
Victoria and Ashley Give Back through GAP
The Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland (MOWCM) Grocery Assistance Program (GAP) started 21 years ago to provide grocery shopping assistance to homebound individuals unable to shop for themselves. The program works by matching a participant with a dedicated volunteer. Together, they will decide on a … [Read more...] about Victoria and Ashley Give Back through GAP
Join The Full Plate Club
The Full Plate Club at Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland (MOWCM) is a group of dedicated monthly donors. These generous givers provide MOWCM the steady income needed to deliver food, socialization, and other critical services to our homebound neighbors in need, now and into the future. The monthly … [Read more...] about Join The Full Plate Club