Become a Volunteer Meal Driver: Just 2 Hours a Week

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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, medically tailored, and nutritious 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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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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Welcome to Job Central, our weekly column listing local job advertisements and descriptions. We scoured the Web to bring you a selection of local job ads, but if we left anything out, please don't hesitate to add the details in the comments section. Most listings were found via <a href="http://www.indeed.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Indeed.com</a>. <ul> <li>DSI Corporation is looking for a janitorial position in its Channahon location. <a href="https://trak.baiworks.com/application/jobdescription.aspx?q=bBA%2b3uE1C0mwMOf7IJwQeczBEFJeA1d7VDNNz09GYqtVuNF84R8XYu2xBW6sgCP%2f5SDJabzVeyeXCd9dtw1prOrcDOV1U2YC" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> <li>APL in Minooka is looking for a customer service rep (II). <a href="https://external-apl.icims.com/jobs/4336/customer-service-rep-ii/job?&amp;sn=Indeed&amp;?mode=apply&amp;iis=Indeed&amp;iisn=Indeed" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> <li>McDonalds on Ridge Road in Minooka is looking for a custodian. <a href="http://www.mcstate.com/careers/jobs/6867/14992" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> <li>Shorewood Early Learning Daycare Center is looking for an early childhood teacher. <a href="http://www.indeed.com/cmp/Shorewood-Early-Learning-Daycare-Center,-Inc./jobs/Early-Childhood-Teacher-ded60f3690d80fcb" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here </a>for details.</li> <li>Red Lobster is looking for a host or hostess for its Joliet location. <a href="https://sjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?jobId=65486&amp;partnerid=25377&amp;siteid=5167" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> </ul> Get news where you live. Sign up for the <a href="https://channahon-minooka.patch.com/newsletters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Channahon-Minooka</a> or <a href="https://shorewood-il.patch.com/newsletters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Shorewood</a> newsletters.

Welcome to Job Central, our weekly column listing local job advertisements and descriptions.

We scoured the Web to bring you a selection of local job ads, but if we left anything out, please don't hesitate to add the details in the comments section. Most listings were found via <a href="http://www.indeed.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Indeed.com</a>. <ul> <li>DSI Corporation is looking for a janitorial position in its Channahon location. <a href="https://trak.baiworks.com/application/jobdescription.aspx?q=bBA%2b3uE1C0mwMOf7IJwQeczBEFJeA1d7VDNNz09GYqtVuNF84R8XYu2xBW6sgCP%2f5SDJabzVeyeXCd9dtw1prOrcDOV1U2YC" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> <li>APL in Minooka is looking for a customer service rep (II). <a href="https://external-apl.icims.com/jobs/4336/customer-service-rep-ii/job?&amp;sn=Indeed&amp;?mode=apply&amp;iis=Indeed&amp;iisn=Indeed" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> <li>McDonalds on Ridge Road in Minooka is looking for a custodian. <a href="http://www.mcstate.com/careers/jobs/6867/14992" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> <li>Shorewood Early Learning Daycare Center is looking for an early childhood teacher. <a href="http://www.indeed.com/cmp/Shorewood-Early-Learning-Daycare-Center,-Inc./jobs/Early-Childhood-Teacher-ded60f3690d80fcb" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here </a>for details.</li> <li>Red Lobster is looking for a host or hostess for its Joliet location. <a href="https://sjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?jobId=65486&amp;partnerid=25377&amp;siteid=5167" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> for details.</li> </ul> Get news where you live. Sign up for the <a href="https://channahon-minooka.patch.com/newsletters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Channahon-Minooka</a> or <a href="https://shorewood-il.patch.com/newsletters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Shorewood</a> newsletters.

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Ronald D. Lehman Community Park

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a free evening of music, food trucks, and patriotic fun culminating in a spectacular fireworks display. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy a live concert by Sundance and receive commemorative giveaways while supplies last.
As part of this year's celebration, we will host a special presentation commemorating America's 250th anniversary. Join us as we sing "Happy Birthday" to America and celebrate this historic milestone together.
Commemorative giveaways will be available in honor of the 250th anniversary while supplies last. In the event of inclement weather, a decision will be made by noon on July 3 regarding postponement. Please watch the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/channahon.parkdistrict" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Channahon&nbsp;Park District's Facebook page</a> for the most up-to-date event information.
Schedule of events:
<ul><li>6-9 p.m.:&nbsp;Food trucks</li><li>6-9:15 p.m.:&nbsp;Concert in the park featuring Sundance</li><li>9:15 p.m.:&nbsp;Fireworks display</li></ul>
Cost:&nbsp;Free!

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