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.

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Bolingbrook

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...

Come shop our fresh selections of rotating seasonal produce.

Dean’s Greens Farmstand at Boley Farm

Located on the scenic Boley Farm in Orland Park, IL, Dean's Greens is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown plants and produce. We offer a vibrant selection of annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetable plants, and finished vegetables—perfect for gardeners and food lovers alike! You’ll also find artisan breads, local organic honey, and seasonal favorites, all curated to support a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. Visit us - open 7 days a week - at 8101 W 151st St to experience friendly service, farm-fresh products, and a charming rural atmosphere.

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Orland Park

Located on the scenic Boley Farm in Orland Park, IL, Dean's Greens is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown plants and produce. We offer...

Compassionate & Affordable Veterinary Care You Can Trust!

Premier Paws at Lockport

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care for pets at every stage of life. Your pets are family, and quality veterinary care should always be affordable. Our local clinic provides compassionate, modern care with transparent pricing and a team that truly listens. Our experienced staff focuses on personalized medicine in a welcoming environment , without the stress of unexpected costs. In addition to our everyday affordable services, we host low-cost vaccine clinics on the first Saturday of every month, making preventive care even more convenient and accessible for our community. Here are just a few of the services our new clinic offers: • Dentals • Spays/Neuters • Laser Therapy • X-Rays • Microchipping • Vaccinations We’re proud to care for your pets and are here to help them live long, healthy lives. We’re always welcoming new clients, so give us a call to schedule an appointment and experience care you can trust at a price you can feel good about. Visit us at any of our THREE locations: Premier Paws at Lockport 16935 W Bruce Road Lockport, IL 60441 708-550-7297 Premier Paws at Timberline 495 E Frontage Road Joliet, IL 60431 815-729-1555 Premier Paws at Burbank 7900 Lavergne Avenue Burbank, IL 60459 708-551-1000

Will

Lockport

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care...

Hope, healing & justice for abused children.

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.

Crest Hill

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)...

"Tell us a story Mr. Mayor." Those words will be uttered on Wednesday, December 13th at STORIES R Us as Steve Streit, mayor of Lockport takes the stage. STORIES R Us is a free storytelling event which happens once a month at NIK &amp; Ivy Brewing, 1026 S. State, Lockport. The stories told are by local storytellers that share a true personal narrative with the audience. The evening begins at 6:30 with music by Harold McCay followed at 7:00 with five stories. December storytellers are Nan Clinton, Amy Curtis, Paul Teodo, Joe Mallon and Mayor Steve Streit. Steve Streit is a former Navy man and a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago. He founded OH! Design Group in 1999. For over twenty years, he has used his design and marketing skills to help people connect to the marketplace and communities they wish to thrive in. He has been mayor of the City of Lockport for the last 10 years and appreciates the privilege of serving his community. In his free time he builds secret doors for his historic home and loves to go on adventures with his wife Wendy and their two teenage daughters. Besides good stories, producer Barbara Eberhard also loves to give away "Fabulous" prizes to those that sign up to receive once a month emails. Who doesn't love door prizes? Her goal is to create a community of storytellers. She seeks people interested in joining that community by hosting workshops. The next workshop will be held in the spring. For more information contact Barbara at <a href="mailto:storiesrus4@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">storiesrus4@gmail.com</a> or visit storiesrus.fun – why? Because storytelling is FUN!

“Tell us a story Mr. Mayor.” Those words will be uttered on Wednesday, December 13th at STORIES R Us as Steve Streit, mayor of Lockport takes the stage. STORIES R Us is a free storytelling event which happens once a month at NIK &amp; Ivy Brewing, 1026 S. State, Lockport. The stories told are by local storytellers that share a true personal narrative with the audience. The evening begins at 6:30 with music by Harold McCay followed at 7:00 with five stories. December storytellers are Nan Clinton, Amy Curtis, Paul Teodo, Joe Mallon and Mayor Steve Streit.

Steve Streit is a former Navy man and a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago. He founded OH! Design Group in 1999. For over twenty years, he has used his design and marketing skills to help people connect to the marketplace and communities they wish to thrive in. He has been mayor of the City of Lockport for the last 10 years and appreciates the privilege of serving his community. In his free time he builds secret doors for his historic home and loves to go on adventures with his wife Wendy and their two teenage daughters. Besides good stories, producer Barbara Eberhard also loves to give away “Fabulous” prizes to those that sign up to receive once a month emails. Who doesn’t love door prizes? Her goal is to create a community of storytellers. She seeks people interested in joining that community by hosting workshops. The next workshop will be held in the spring. For more information contact Barbara at <a href="mailto:storiesrus4@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">storiesrus4@gmail.com</a> or visit storiesrus.fun – why? Because storytelling is FUN!

Homer Glen-Lockport