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'More Than a Meal' - How Meals on Wheels is Changing Lives for the Better!
Our Friendly Visitor pilot program addresses the issues of isolation that many of our homebound clients face.
Volunteer Spotlight: Sherry Whitaker
Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud is grateful for the dedication and thoughtfulness of volunteers like Sherry Whitaker. Sherry has been volunteering her time and energy with our organization for 3 years. Her heart for our clients is why we are excited to highlight her work in this month’s Volunteer Spotlight.
Two Very Important Health Awareness Initiatives Celebrated this Week!
The week of September 18 - 24 has two important health initiative awareness campaigns: National Falls Prevention Awareness and Malnutrition Awareness. Learn how to avoid both with the tips and information in this blog.
Partner Blog: "I Want to Go Home" - Dementia Together
Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud is sharing a guest blog from our partners at Dementia Together. This local nonprofit provides education, enrichment, and hope to individuals and families traveling through the journey of dementia.
What Matters to You? - Creating a Care Plan for Aging
Having a working and up-to-date Care Plan can help ensure that what matters to your loved one - living with independence and dignity - happens and that they remain healthy and thriving!
Celebrating #NationalNonprofitDay with Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud!
National Nonprofit Day is celebrated each year on August 17, recognizing the significance, ongoing efforts, and impact that nonprofits have in their local communities.
Friendly Visitor Program: Support and Socialization for Isolated Adults
This past June, Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud took a step to start addressing the issues of isolation with our homebound clients. We started a Friendly Visitors Pilot Program, pairing caring volunteers with at-risk clients.
Staying Safe in Extreme Heat
Extreme heat can have severe and dangerous consequences for all, but it can be especially hazardous for older adults and people who suffer from chronic health conditions.
Volunteer Spotlight: Linda Alvine
Meals on Wheels’ volunteers devote an estimated 17,500 hours annually packing food and delivering over 78,000 meals to home-bound people living in southern Larimer County. Meet one of our dedicated volunteers, Linda Alvine, and become inspired to get involved!
Becoming a Sustaining Donor - Benefits for You and Meals on Wheels
While donations are greatly appreciated at any time, a sustaining and recurring monthly donation can have amazing benefits for both you the donor, and our organization. Recurring donations are a great way to maximize your impact at Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud without having to put forth too much effort!
Tips for Helping Older Adults Stay Socially Connected
Loneliness and Social Isolation affect many older adults. This blog has some tips for helping older adults stay socially connected.
Meals on Wheels and Bank of Colorado - a Successful Community Partnership
Bank of Colorado is a strong community partner of Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud - at Meals on 4th and throughout the year!
Meals on Wheels is taking over Downtown Loveland!
Meals on Wheels is taking over Downtown Loveland!
On June 22, 2022, we will once again host our extremely successful and popular Meals on 4th dining experience and fundraising event. For this one special night, tables will run the length of 4th Street in Downtown Loveland, creating a magical dining experience for supporters and guests alike!
Straight from The Dish: Volunteer Spotlight - Jean Decker
Sharing stories of volunteer impact - Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud could not run without the dedication and support of its many volunteers. Get to know Jean Decker, one of our dedicated volunteers in this Volunteer Spotlight.
May is Older Americans Month
Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022 is Age My Way.
Better Together Because of You!
Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud celebrates dedicated volunteers during Volunteer Appreciation Week!
Raising Awareness for Veterans Issues - One Mile at a Time!
Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud Volunteer is crossing America by bicycle to raise awareness for Veterans’ issues.
Volunteering in Retirement - Benefits for All!
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and we have found 6 reasons why you should consider volunteering in your retirement!
Happy 50th Birthday to the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program!
Today marks the official 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA) Nutrition Program - the federal legislation that provides funding for nutrition services for seniors and helps support programs like Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud.
Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud 9News Feature
Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud was featured in a 9News story regarding the effects of rising gas prices on volunteers in non-profit organizations.