Case Studies

Sue has worked as a volunteer with Inverell Meals on Wheels for 21 Years. Sue dedicates her time 1 day a month but is always readily available if needed, this was certainly demonstrated during the height of Covid, when many of our elderly volunteers went into isolation because of their age. Her ta ... read more

The wonderful and vivacious Kerrie has been with us since June 2020. After working many years with Caltex both here and in Glen Innes so is now the Meals Coordinator at Inverell Meals on Wheels. Kerry oversees the ordering of meals for all our clients, making sure that each one is individualised as ... read more

How long have you volunteered for Inverell Meals on Wheels? We both started in April this year after seeing the call out for volunteers on social media. Facebook Post - With the recent announcement directing people aged 70+ to stay at home, over 85% of our regular volunteers are now unable to as ... read more

Jodie has been with Meals on Wheels Inverell for 8 years now, starting back in August of 2012. Born and bred in Inverell, she enjoys the relaxed country lifestyle and community spirit that Inverell offers. Her main role in our service is in Administration and making sure everything runs smoothly on ... read more

Vicki started volunteering for Inverell Meals on Wheels just a few months ago. Recent retirement had afforded her more time and she felt the need to give back to her community. “It is easy, the people are lovely, and the staff are welcoming.” Vicki said. Vicky said she was partnered with a fri ... read more

Five big reasons to be a Meals on Wheels volunteer: People out there need us. Perhaps I’m a little greedy, I might need the service myself one day! To keep active - it’s a social outlet. To meet a lot of nice people. There is a need for more volunteers. It would be a better system if more ... read more

After a lifetime of farming, what does a man do to fill in his days? For David Doak, it’s all about community involvement. “Dad always encouraged us to get involved with community and be on various committees.” David loves Inverell. Originally from Bundarra, when he and his wife Judy moved t ... read more

Five perfect reasons to become a Meals on Wheels volunteer According to Carol Hambilton: When you have just moved to a country town, and you want to get to know people better, join a volunteer organisation. “I just love visiting them and catching up with them. They are all so appreciative, of ... read more

What Volunteering with Meals on Wheels Means to Me   “Doing it for My Dad” Anthony Dale’s dad is in his 90s. He tends to isolate himself, not going out of his way to engage with anyone else, and his kids live up to five hours away. Anthony would like to remind us all that social isolation ... read more