Become a Volunteer Meal Driver: Just 2 Hours a Week

Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, dietitian-approved meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

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We’re proud to be a family‑owned and operated, fully licensed daycare serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. At Kiddie Kampus, we’ve created a nurturing, safe, and engaging space where every child can learn and grow. We’d love to welcome your family into ours!

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Will County Children's Advocacy Center

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) comprised of law enforcement, DCFS investigators, medical personnel, prosecutors, and Will County CAC forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists in response to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, IL. Our Will County CAC intake/MDT coordinator, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists provide the following services: * Forensic Interviews: After a child is referred to the Will County CAC by law enforcement or the IL Dept. of Family Services (DCFS), our Intake Coordinator schedules a forensic interview for the child. One of our 4 forensic interviewers listens to the child’s story and asks non-leading, developmentally-appropriate questions as the child talks about the trauma he/she has experienced. Law enforcement, prosecution, DCFS, and mental health professionals observe the interview from a separate room. This reduces trauma for the child and provides a stronger foundation if the case goes to court. * Family Advocacy: Our family advocates are committed to helping each family navigate the complex systems that a family enters when a child makes an outcry of abuse. As each case goes through the investigation, prosecution and healing process, the team is there to help the family understand the process, learn about their rights and successfully access resources that will help their family during crisis. * Trauma-Focused Therapy: Our team of licensed clinical social workers provide short-term, trauma informed therapy to children who have received a forensic interview. Since child abuse affects the whole family, the services are available at no cost to both the child and their non-offending family members. Individual and group therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

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Not Another Pizza Joint

Whenever a new business is opening in town, the first thing people say is “I hope it’s not another pizza joint!” We sure do have enough of them here. But it’s time we had an authentic south side of Chicago pizza like you had when you were growing up...the thin and crispy crust, the browned cheese...brought home in a paper bag, not a cardboard box. A real mom and pop place, not another chain. We use all of the freshest ingredients, and make our dough and sauce from scratch daily. We are open inside the Hive Kitchen every Wednesday-Friday 12-9pm and Saturday, 4-9pm for carryout or delivery only. Check out our menu and place delivery orders at www.napj.pizza

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Come celebrate the first day of winter at Ellis! Activities include:• Lead line pony rides for $2 fee• Take a picture with Polly the "Christmas Pony" for $2 fee• Decorate and take home a horseshoe picture frame—$5• Tractor pulled hayrides (weather permitting)• Carols around the bonfire (weather permitting)• Straw fort and coloring pages in the children's barn• Concessions available for a small fee

Come celebrate the first day of winter at Ellis! Activities include:• Lead line pony rides for $2 fee• Take a picture with Polly the “Christmas Pony” for $2 fee• Decorate and take home a horseshoe picture frame—$5• Tractor pulled hayrides (weather permitting)• Carols around the bonfire (weather permitting)• Straw fort and coloring pages in the children’s barn• Concessions available for a small fee

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Wags 2 Wellness Veterinary Care Center

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/poundtownboardinganddaycare?__cft__[0]=AZZpqMA15DaTD8m1JZkWQyF_kdk4Tp3Fo8fEe5fMZMenY13AlOjlMby49gnnIRpu-lSrV_JXuZsh-bOYjeYenaAV3xD404RXCu41T87SKLzhmevatquViD9nX1bSj0GNPBvWy7x0QXFj9Ct04rrz0nQSXvmG_kjvsPeX4dJtaoAIZ1g1tO5ankafPMwlVplDqno&amp;__tn__=-]K-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Wags 2 Wellness Veterinary Care Center</a> is proud to announce the official opening of its new Low-Cost Veterinary Care Center on Monday, August 10, 2026, bringing affordable, high-quality veterinary services to Minooka, Channahon, Shorewood and the surrounding communities.Created with the belief that every pet deserves access to quality veterinary care, Wags 2 Wellness is committed to making preventative care, routine wellness and many surgical procedures more accessible for families, rescue organizations and the animals who depend on them.The new veterinary care center will offer a wide variety of services, including:General wellness exams and checkups, Spay and neuter surgeries, Dental cleanings and oral surgery, Dental X-rays, Ultrasound, Echocardiograms (echos), Amputations, Eye surgeries (including enucleations, cherry eye repair, and entropion correction), Gastropexy, Cystotomy (bladder surgery), Exploratory surgery, Mass removals, Heartworm treatment, And MANY additional veterinary services.As a high-volume, low-cost practice, Wags 2 Wellness is designed to help more pets receive the care they need while keeping services affordable. In addition to serving pet owners, animal rescue organizations are encouraged to partner with Wags 2 Wellness to provide affordable medical care for animals in their programs. “Our mission has always been simple, to remove financial barriers that prevent pets from receiving the veterinary care they deserve,” said Terri Crotty-Newberry, Owner of Wags 2 Wellness Veterinary Care Center. “Opening our doors is the culmination of countless hours of planning, hard work and an incredible team effort. We are excited to begin serving our community and making a lasting impact on the lives of pets and the people who love them.”In addition to quality veterinary care, Wags 2 Wellness also offers boarding, daycare, grooming, training and Pet Adoptions through Wags 2 Wishes Animal Rescue. The Wags 2 Wellness Veterinary Care Center is conveniently located at:949 Bell Road Minooka, IL 60447Appointments and additional information are available at <a href="https://www.wags2wellness.com/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFqWUtaYXVQQlpsMHhOaVZJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhFmYnfVcmRuNtIpLkMHM55znyqSM3oXyaH78GiGeP6SIHerPQFAAr3_7JEe_aem_Nr7DwFZIRtLQCtY7PQHoBg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.Wags2Wellness.com</a> or by calling 888-526-WAGS.

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