Volunteer Opportunity Details:
| Last updated on November 19, 2008 |
Volunteers deliver meals to the homebound in the Ann Arbor area who are unable to shop and cook for themselves. These nutritiously balanced meals are the primary food source for many Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels clients. For many of our clients, a volunteer is the only person they see all day.
Volunteers choose the day (Monday – Saturday) and frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, other) for delivering meals. Some volunteers choose to only work as a substitute.
Monday - Friday meals are picked up at 11:30 am. Volunteers deliver 10-13 meals per route, taking 1-2 hours to complete. Saturday and holiday meals are picked up at 10:30 a.m. January – August and at 9:30 September – December.
In addition to delivering meals, volunteers briefly socialize with clients. This visit also serves as a safety check, with staff following up on any concerns volunteers share with them regarding the clients on their route.
Volunteers are the main stay of this program. Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels would not exist without volunteers like you! Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels is unable to reimburse volunteers for mileage or other driving-related expenses. Volunteers do get paid in cookies, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and the rewards in helping the Ann Arbor homebound population.
Volunteers are asked to be available for at least 6 deliveries. Volunteers can deliver on their own or choose their own partner/buddy. Volunteers will need their own car to deliver the meals.
A completed Volunteer Application must be on file with Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels before starting to volunteer. The application can be found on our website.
Children are welcome, but volunteers under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Driver's ed students interested in volunteering need to contact the office and speak with Beth.
Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels staff will review with you all of the duties and responsibilities when you first start. In addition, you will be paired with an experienced volunteer to deliver a route to gain hands-on experience in delivering the meals.
This opportunity is sponsored by: Ann Arbor Meals On Wheels
We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Monthly |
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Weekdays |
| Occasional |
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Weekends |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Individual |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Large Group (11+) |
| Adults (55+) |
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Small Group (2-10) |
| Children (5-12) |
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Unpaid Interns |
| Families |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
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Address:
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2025 Traverwood Drive, Suite FAnn Arbor, MI 48105(See a map) |
Directions:
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Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels is located at 2025 Traverwood Drive.
If traveling East on Plymouth Rd take a left on Traverwood, just past the Key Bank.
If traveling West on Plymouth Traverwood is on the right, just past Traver Village Shopping Plaza. |
Details where opportunity can also be performed
Web Site: http://www.med.umich.edu/chs/services/meal.htm
Miscellaneous Information
| Is this opportunity appropriate for kids 6-11 years old? |
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Yes
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| Is this opportunity appropriate for youth 12-17 years old? |
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Yes
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| Does this opportunity accept volunteers who are mandated to do community service? |
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No
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| Last updated on November 19, 2008 |
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Overall Experience
Extremely fulfilling and rewarding.
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Everyone at Motor Meals is so genuine. They truly care about the people they serve. It has been such a rewarding experience to be able to make a difference in the lives of others. The simple task of delivering a meal means so much to these people who, in xome cases, may not talk to anyone else the entire day. They are so appreciative. I can't say enough about this program and what a difference it makes in the community.
posted by angelaclark on December 29, 2005 |
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