Walnut Creek Program Has Volunteers Delivering Groceries

WALNUT CREEK, CA — For seniors or others who are at higher risk for the coronavirus, even getting groceries can be a dangerous task. That's why the City of Walnut Creek has launched a new program: the Walnut Creek Neighbor Express, which has volunteers shop and deliver groceries to those who can't get them themselves.

Residents over 60 can opt to receive frozen dinners from Meals On Wheels, otherwise users can set a custom shopping list and a volunteer will pick the food out at the store. Recipients will still need to pay for those groceries, however.

How to sign up

The easiest way to sign up and receive deliveries is through the new Neighbor Express website here. Anyone who can't access the website or needs help filling out the forms can receive assistance by calling (925) 322-0264.

Volunteers needed

As the need for grocery deliveries grows, the program is also accepting new, healthy volunteers who want to help out. Anyone who is interested can sign up on this website here.

Anyone with any questions about the program can contact organizers by emailing volunteer@walnut-creek.org.

More resources for local seniors can be found at the city's website here.