Volunteers Needed For Macomb County Meals On Wheels Program

MACOMB COUNTY, MI — The Macomb County Office of Senior Services Meals on Wheels program has announced that it will transition back to the use of volunteers for delivering meals to local homebound seniors. As it makes the move, the program is putting out a call for help from the community.

Volunteer service for Meals on Wheels in Macomb County was halted in March following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Macomb County employees stepped in to fill the void.

“Volunteers are an essential part of our program,” said Sheila Coté, director of the Macomb County Office of Senior Services. “They not only deliver meals, they perform welfare checks and ensure our senior population receives the support they need and deserve.

“Switching our mode of delivery was a cautionary measure to reduce potential risk of exposure to both volunteers and seniors. The last six months were a challenge, but I am proud to say that we did not miss any meal deliveries. Now we are in a position to re-engage volunteers in our delivery process.”

The Office of Senior Services is specifically looking for volunteers willing to deliver meals in the northern part of Macomb County, the agency said in a news release. Those interested in a role with the program can fill out an application here.

As part of their onboarding, volunteers will receive training on new procedures that will ensure their safety, and the safety of the Meals on Wheels recipients, the agency said. The training includes the use of face masks and other essential personal protective equipment.