Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana and VNA Hospice – Meals on Wheels of Porter County have formed a collaboration to enhance and expand services for seniors.
Effective June 2, 2025, Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana will assume the operations of the meal preparation and delivery for clients previously served by VNA Meals on Wheels. Clients will experience a seamless transition with the same volunteer delivery drivers, consistent service, enhanced support, and broader resources.
“This is a tremendous opportunity to deepen our impact in Valparaiso and beyond,” said Ryan Elinkowski, CEO of Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana. “We’re honored to continue the meaningful work started by VNA and to bring together two for-purpose organizations to build on a strong foundation of care and service.”
The collaboration strengthens operations and unites efforts to serve homebound individuals with efficiency and care.
“Our shared vision made this transition a natural next step and we are privileged to offer high-quality aging care to even more seniors,” said Robert Franko, CEO of VNA of Northwest Indiana. “We trust Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana to carry this mission forward with excellence.”
To learn more, volunteer, or support the program, visit www.mownwi.org or contact Melissa Huffman at melissa@mownwi.org.
About Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana
Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana prepares and delivers essential nutritious meals to our community, promoting health, wellness, and independence of all, with the support of a diverse and engaged community network.
About VNA of Northwest Indiana
VNA of Northwest Indiana is a nonprofit offering hospice, palliative, and home health care. Its Meals on Wheels program has long served Valparaiso with nutrition and compassionate connection. VNA Hospice provides hospice care, palliative care, remote patient monitoring, the Medical Guardian help button, and the Phoenix Center for Grief.
Meals On Wheels of Northwest Indiana
8446 Virginia Street Merrillville, IN 46410