Melissa Nelson 
In her home, Ms. Dotsy is surrounded by so many things that bring her joy—family heirlooms like her mother’s harp, history books of all kinds, and photos of her family. Meals on Wheels is now delivering joy to her as well—something she experienced when she …
We are all familiar with the idea of buying local, but have you taken a moment to consider the impact of giving local? The “buy local” movement has great benefits — fresher food, better quality and locally sourced products, a much more significant impact to …
Read moreLetter to the Editor: Giving locally makes a profound difference
We are all familiar with the idea of buying local, but have you taken a moment to consider the impact of giving local? The “buy local” movement has great benefits — fresher food, better quality and locally sourced products, a much more significant impact to …
Read moreLetter to the Editor: You “buy local,” but do you “give local?”
East Cooper Meals on Wheels is holding its seventh annual Oyster Roast in January. This family-friendly event will be filled with food, beverages, live music, a bounce house, and other fun activities.
East Cooper Meals on Wheels is looking to make the holidays bright for people in need and you can help with a great event!
From day one when they arrived on her doorstep to deliver meals, Carrie Mae knew that Rob & Lori were special people. They come faithfully every Friday, and their four-legged delivery assistant, Bella, leads the way to the front door. Carrie Mae always has dog …
Despite losing both of her parents by age 7, Ms. Jerri has nothing but happy memories of growing up on a farm in the tiny town of Lake View, S.C. She smiles so big as she remembers looking after the baby chicks they ordered from …
“Our Volunteer of the Quarter is our packing expert, Carole Frazzitta. Carole is a dedicated packer on Thursdays and Fridays. Carole has such wonderful friends during her volunteerism on both days. We are drawn to Carole. I became a huge fan instantly. You see, Carole …
East Cooper Meals on Wheels President and CEO wrote to the Moultrie News urging the community to do more this holiday season and beyond. “Despite our technologically connected society, people are lonelier than ever. Nowhere is social isolation and loneliness more evident than among homebound …
Read moreOpEd: Everyone matters and everyone deserves connection, inclusion, dignity and support
Fifteen years ago, Jerome moved from North Charleston to the Old Village of Mount Pleasant because he liked how nice and quiet it was. He stayed busy painting houses for many years, but in March, he fell and could not get up. His injuries were …