By Deb McLaughlin
Volunteer Engagement, what is it? It is defined as fostering a sense of community involvement and giving people the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
And why is it important? Because it builds communities, offers hands-on impact, develops skills, provides a place of shared values and the expression of appreciation.
Nowhere is this more visible than at Meals-on-Wheels, Inc. of Greenwich which relies heavily on volunteers. And this aspect is at the core of what makes the organization exceptional.
Meals-on-Wheels was fortunate enough to work with volunteers from Greenwich Country Day School recently. Austin Lehn, the school’s Center for Public Good Assistant Director, held a three-week January mini-term course for students called Hungry for Change. During the course, students had opportunities to cook, organize, and serve meals to support organizations that fight food insecurity. These volunteer engagement opportunities broaden students’ perspectives and experiences. How do we know this? Because Meals-on-Wheels, Inc. of Greemwich received the most thoughtful reflection from Avery, a student participating in Hungry for Change addressed to our Director of Operations.
Meals-on-Wheels wants you to know our help is available. Not only do we help with healthy prepared meals, but we provide kindness and comfort to our clients.
If you or someone you care about needs healthy meals delivered to the home, call us at 203-869-1312 or visit our website at https://mealsonwheelsofgreenwich.org. There are no income restrictions. No medical referrals required. No complicated forms to complete. We deliver meals to those who cannot shop and prepare meals for themselves for any length of time. Daily two-meal service for lunch and dinner is $7 per day. One meal a day is $5.50. You pick the days you want meals delivered. All it takes is one phone call.
Meals-on-Wheels is dedicated to serving vulnerable Greenwich citizens. Its community-based approach and its positive impact on the well-being of its clients relies on the compassion and support of volunteers and donors to continue its vital work in our town.
