Meals on Wheels of Syracuse

10/15/2026

Before a meal reaches a neighbor's door, a community has already shown up. Food service volunteers prepare and package hundreds of meals each weekday morning, delivery volunteers bring hot and cold meals to clients around midday, and every visit includes a friendly wellness check.

Kitchen shifts at Meals on Wheels of Syracuse generally run from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m., and delivery routes run from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on weekdays. There are office and group opportunities too, so there's a role for just about anyone.

Find the role that fits your schedule at www.meals.org/volunteer2.

10/15/2026

It is with great sadness that Meals on Wheels of Syracuse announces the passing of our Director of Case Management Beth Gagnon. Beth has been an honored member of our team for over a decade. Her sense of humor, and her caring nature will be missed by all those whose lives she touched.

View Bethanne Gagnon's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

10/14/2026

Meals on Wheels of Syracuse family,

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have canceled next Thursday's, 10/22, Ribbon Cutting event. We will notify you all as soon as a new date is set. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

10/07/2026

Syracuse Auto Dealers Association - The Charity Preview is coming up! Wednesday February 17th, 2027. Help Meals on Wheels of Syracuse. Together We Can Deliver!

10/06/2026

Meals on Wheels of Syracuse is in DIRE NEED for Drivers on WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 7th! Please help us out! Give Tina a call at 315-478-5948 ext 213 or email [email protected]. Together We Can Deliver!

10/03/2026

A new home, the same care, and more room to serve! Meals on Wheels of Syracuse is cutting the ribbon at 307 Gifford Street on Thursday, October 22 from 2:30-4:30 PM, and we'd love for our community to celebrate with us.

This move is about building our capacity, with more space for preparing nutritious hot and cold meals, coordinating volunteers, and staying connected with homebound neighbors across Syracuse.

Save the date, and share this post with someone who believes in stronger, healthier Syracuse communities.

Find event updates at www.meals.org.

09/28/2026

National Good Neighbor Day is September 28, a meaningful reminder that a stronger Syracuse starts with neighbors caring for neighbors.

At Meals on Wheels of Syracuse, we see that kindness in action every day. A hot or cold meal, a friendly visit, and a daily wellness check can make a real difference for homebound older adults and disabled neighbors across our community.

Whether you volunteer to prepare or deliver meals, make a donation, or simply help spread the word, you can help ensure more of our neighbors receive the nourishment, connection, and support they deserve.

This National Good Neighbor Day, join us in showing up for Syracuse, one meal, one visit, and one caring gesture at a time.

09/22/2026

100 days can make a meaningful difference for older adults and disabled neighbors across Syracuse.

As we head into the final stretch of 2026, Meals on Wheels of Syracuse is continuing to provide nutritious hot and cold meals, along with daily wellness checks, to the homebound community members who count on us.

Here are a few ways you can help us finish the year strong:

✅ Make a year-end gift to support senior nutrition, daily connection, and caregiving support. Donate here: https://www.meals.org/donate

✅ Volunteer your time in meal preparation or delivery. Explore volunteer opportunities: https://www.meals.org/volunteer2

✅ Share our mission with a friend, family member, or colleague who may want to get involved.

Every meal, every delivery, and every act of support helps a neighbor remain nourished, connected, and cared for. Thank you for being part of the Meals on Wheels of Syracuse community.

09/13/2026

This Grandparents' Day, we're celebrating the stories, wisdom, and everyday presence of the older adults who shaped us.

What's a lesson, tradition, or favorite meal you still carry from a grandparent or older loved one?

For some of our homebound neighbors, a holiday greeting isn't enough. They may need consistent meals, daily wellness checks, and a little companionship all year long, and that's where our community comes in.

Honor an older adult in your life by volunteering, donating, or simply checking in at www.meals.org/get-involved.

09/09/2026

September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, and it's a good reminder that consistent meals, a familiar face at the door, and a steady daily routine can help older adults stay safe and independent at home.

Many families reach out to Meals on Wheels of Syracuse when a parent can no longer shop or cook safely. Weekday delivery brings a hot and cold meal together, along with a friendly daily wellness check, so the people you love have dependable support even when you can't be there yourself.

Learn more about eligibility and getting meals started at www.meals.org/get-meals.