Congressman Frank Mrvan and approximately 20 of his campaign volunteers joined the VNA Meals on Wheels of Porter County program for "Frank's Day of Action." Congressman Mrvan's visit highlighted the essential role of volunteers in the Meals on Wheels program and the importance of community support.
Congressman Mrvan and his volunteers partnered up with current VNA Meals on Wheels of Porter County volunteers to deliver over 200 meals to seniors throughout Valparaiso, including lunch for approximately 50 seniors at the Banta Center. These fresh and nutritious meals were prepared by Pines Village Retirement Communities.
During his visit, Congressman Mrvan emphasized the importance of volunteers to the Meals on Wheels program and their value to the community. "The role that you play in the community is immeasurable," said Mr. Mrvan. "It is absolutely the volunteers that make the VNA Hospice, Pines, and Meals on Wheels a successful program. We have to make sure we are rewarding productive programs within the community.”
VNA Meals on Wheels of Porter County is one of the many ways that the VNA Hospice of Northwest Indiana supports seniors and their families in the community. The program relies on the support of volunteers to deliver nutritious meals and provide social interaction to seniors who are unable to leave their homes.
"We are grateful to Congressman Mrvan and the volunteers for their support of the VNA Meals on Wheels of Porter County program," said Bob Franko, President and CEO of VNA Hospice NWI. "Their dedication and commitment to serving our community is inspiring, and we hope that their example will encourage others to get involved and make a difference."
If you are interested in volunteering with the VNA Meals on Wheels of Porter County program, visit vnanwi.org/volunteer.php to sign up today. For more information, please visit vnanwi.org or call (219) 462-5195.
About VNA Hospice NWI:
VNA Hospice of Northwest Indiana is a nonprofit organization that preserves dignity in aging by helping seniors remain in their homes and in charge of their healthcare decisions for as long as possible. The VNA provides hospice care, palliative care, VNA Meals on Wheels of Porter County, the Medical Guardian alert button, grief support for anyone who has lost a loved one, grief support for children at the Phoenix Center, and a We Honor Veterans Program.