From Dispatching Police to Dispatching Meals
Rosemary Noel has been a Meals on Wheels volunteer at Milestone Senior Services for ten years now, and she still loves it. In fact, she likes it so much she […]
Volunteer Highlight: Alice Depalma
This article appeared in the June 2026 issue of Spark magazine. Alice Depalma has always been someone who values connection. She enjoys staying busy—but more importantly, she thrives on building
Spring into Action by Volunteering
Spring is in full swing with summer fast approaching. Many people are looking for ways to be a bit more active and give back to their community. Milestone Senior Services’
2026 Pet Food Drive
Pets make wonderful companions for anyone, and for older adults, pets can fill an even bigger role. Many older adults who live alone or have limited access to their community
Expanding Our Community Reach
Milestone Senior Services is excited to embark on a new service in the community by providing meals for the newly-opened Landing Place. The Landing Place, located on East Kilgore Service
Addressing the most dangerous room in your home
This article was published in the May 2026 issue of Senior Times magazine. It’s never too soon, or too late, to prepare your home for aging in place. Most seniors
Volunteer Spotlight: Gary Ausema
This article appeared in the May 2026 issue of Spark magazine. Gary Ausema has lived in Kalamazoo since his family moved here from the Netherlands when he was eight. After
Don’t Be Another Statistic – Falls are Preventable
Falls among adults aged 65 and older are common, costly, and preventable. According to the Center for Disease Control, falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65
Volunteer Spotlight: Pete McWethy
Extracted from article by James D. Coppinger published in Spark Magazine (March 2025) Pete McWethy is a lifelong resident of Kalamazoo. He attended both Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Western
Be the Bright Spot in Someone’s Day
Research shows that older adults in our country experience a higher rate of feeling lonely and experiencing social isolation than younger people. Contributing to this are factors such as the
