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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...

UNIVERSITY PARK, IL — An 18-year-old University Park man died Thursday night in an apparent homicide, according to the Will County Coroner's Office. Ryan Jenkins was pronounced dead at 9:17 p.m. in the 24000 block of South Governors Highway in University Park, Coroner Laurie H. Summers said. An autopsy was performed Friday. Jenkins' final cause and manner of death will be determined after autopsy findings, police reports and toxicology results are reviewed. The University Park Police Department and the Will/Grundy Major Crimes Task Force are investigating. Authorities did not release additional details about the circumstances surrounding Jenkins' death or identify any suspects.

UNIVERSITY PARK, IL — An 18-year-old University Park man died Thursday night in an apparent homicide, according to the Will County Coroner's Office.

Ryan Jenkins was pronounced dead at 9:17 p.m. in the 24000 block of South Governors Highway in University Park, Coroner Laurie H. Summers said. An autopsy was performed Friday. Jenkins' final cause and manner of death will be determined after autopsy findings, police reports and toxicology results are reviewed.

The University Park Police Department and the Will/Grundy Major Crimes Task Force are investigating. Authorities did not release additional details about the circumstances surrounding Jenkins' death or identify any suspects.

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Heights

18-Year-Old Found Dead In University Park,...

Ryan Jenkins, 18, was pronounced dead Thursday night. University Park police and a major crimes task force are investigating.

18-Year-Old Found Dead In University Park, Homicide Investigation Underway

18-Year-Old Killed In University Park: Coroner