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Michigan winters are no joke. Creating a safe and prepared environment is vital for avoiding the dangers that come with the cold temperatures.

According to Carol, these bonds form quickly, and she believes that Meals on Wheels nourishes more than just the body—it delivers nutrition for the human spirit as well.

Thanks to the MI Choice Waiver program and Milestone Senior Services, Elaine has regained her independence and the ability to enjoy life’s simple pleasures.

With your support we can continue to help others.

Did you ever wonder what happens to our Meals on Wheels customers on holidays, or snow days, or even just on weekends?

When he told the election officials that it was the first time he’d ever voted, they didn’t just give him an “I Voted” sticker, they gave him a whole sheet of them!

Deb is thankful that her parents are able to continue living at home and Milestone’s Home Delivered Meals mean one less thing to worry about.

“Now I have the peace of mind that if I have to get out on my own, I can; and I don’t have to worry that my husband is going to hurt himself trying to get me up.”

On the morning of June 11, Melissa literally saved someone’s life when she picked up the in-coming Customer Service call.

No matter how small a repair or modification may seem, the impact to the person served, is significant.

Johanna has been taking in strays all her life -- both dogs and people -- so it was only natural that she adopted one from the local animal shelter. 

Congregate Meals provide the same nutritious and delicious food that we serve our home delivered meal clients, but in a community setting instead.

Meladee has a car and is able to access the community with little difficulty once she gets out of her house, but there are days when those three steps at her door made it impossible for her to acces her community and be independent.

Milestone's Senior Companion program provides peer support, friendship, and assistance to older adults. Our Senior Companion Program matches volunteers who are 55 and older to older adults who need a little assistance or who experience isolation. 

While our programming has grown and changed significantly since those early years, one thing that has never changed is our commitment of treating people with dignity and respect while providing services that allow people to continue living at home while enjoying an improved quality of life.