On Monday, Kristina Dwyer of Keller Williams Realty of Central RI called the agency.  She was interested in organizing volunteers from her office.  May 10th is Red Day, a national volunteer day for the realty division.  Kristina explained, “Keller Williams … Continue reading →

Visit our Facebook page to see photos from our very special evening in honor of MOWofRI founder, Joseph N. Brown. Photography by Denise Flores Photography Continue reading →

It’s always a good day when someone calls the development office interested in our programs.  When Sara C., spoke with the director of development, Erin O’Gara Dollard, the conversation was very lively.  Her daughter, Jenna had an upcoming Bat Mitzvah … Continue reading →

The date has been set for the agency’s annual fundraising event: Monday, October 17th at 5:30 at Waterplace Restaurant in Providence.  Join MOWofRI for the Legacy Soiree as we celebrate our history and honor our founder, Joseph N. Brown.  Tickets … Continue reading →

The New England Emergency Response Systems has the solution.  The latest engineering and technology has delivered a cost-effective solution with a cellular Personal Emergency Response System. Installation fee $39, monthly service fee $45.  Call NEERS directly at 800-888-0338 for more … Continue reading →

This summer Meals on Wheels was selected to take part in the Walmart Associate Choice Program.  Five local non-profits were in the running for the grand prize of $100,000.00; Family Service of RI, Amos House, Books are Wings and A … Continue reading →

We are happy to report we made our first pet adoption last month.  With the help of Solid K9 Training, our client, Sharon now has a new kitten “Toby”.   The first day or two were a little scary for “Toby” … Continue reading →

Drivers & Runners Drivers pick up meals at the 70 Bath Street location and are given a specific route, making several stops along the way to Meals on Wheels clients. Sometimes a driver works with a volunteer “runner” who takes … Continue reading →

In collaboration and with funding support from The Department of Elderly Affairs and designed with Rhode Island’s seniors in mind, Chelo’s, IHOP and Newport Creamery – all located in Providence – have created a special dine out experience for seniors … Continue reading →

Like their owners, the pets who are cherished by millions of homebound seniors receiving Meals On Wheels services also need nutritious meals to stay healthy. Appreciating how important it is to provide both seniors and their pets with high quality … Continue reading →