Volunteer to pack or deliver meals to homebound seniors

Help Meals on Wheels feed Berkeley seniors. Weekly or on-call shifts Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.

Use an hour of a weekday morning to help pack or deliver nutritious, fresh meals for Berkeley's homebound seniors.

You can expect to make 8-15 deliveries during your shift, which should take about an hour.

If you can't commit to a regular weekly shift, you can also join the on-call list and help when additional volunteers are needed.

You can also request a walking or biking route to make deliveries without a car.

Reach out by phone or email to volunteer with Meals on Wheels:

• (510) 981-5250
• [email protected]

Join a community of caring volunteers and make meaningful connections with seniors in your area.

Shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Meals on Wheels volunteer shifts are on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

To volunteer to help pack meals, please arrive by 8:00 am. To volunteer to make deliveries, please arrive between 10:00 am-11:00 am.

You will begin your shift in West Berkeley at:

We ask volunteers to commit to at least one shift each week. If you can't commit to a weekly shift, you can still sign up to be "on call." We will contact you if we are short on volunteers to see if you can come in.

Volunteer for the length of time that works for your life. You can have a big impact whether you're with us for a few months or a few years.

Volunteer requirements

You must be 18 or older to volunteer on your own. Volunteers under 18 are also welcome with adult supervision. We will conduct a background check on all volunteers.

To volunteer as a driver, you will need a valid driver's license, a vehicle, and current auto insurance. You should be able to lift at least 25 lbs.

Application process

To start volunteering with Meals on Wheels, please reach out to us by phone or email:

• (510) 981-5250
• [email protected]

We will ask you to fill out a volunteer application form. We will also ask for your consent to run a background check. Once those steps are complete, we will coordinate a day for your first delivery shift.

About Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels delivers meals to homebound seniors across Berkeley. These healthy meals help ensure that seniors get the nutrition they need while living at home. Volunteers play a vital role in providing reliable and friendly delivery service.

Around 200 seniors across Berkeley receive meal deliveries from Meals on Wheels. Volunteers and staff deliver over 70,000 meals each year.

The program is open to any senior 60 and older who is homebound and unable to prepare a balanced meal for themselves. Learn more about how to sign up for Meals on Wheels and other nutrition programs for seniors.

This is one of many programs offered by the City of Berkeley's Health, Housing, and Community Services Department, whose mission is to enhance community life and support housing, health, and wellness for all.

Sign up to volunteer with Meals on Wheels. Help ensure local seniors have access to fresh, nutritious meals.

Learn more about Meals on Wheels

• Volunteer with Seniors
• Meals and Groceries for Seniors
• Senior Services
• Other City of Berkeley Volunteer Opportunities

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