Volunteer Spotlight: Ability Building Community (ABC) Volunteers

Family Service Rochester is proud to recognize a group of ABC volunteers for their meaningful and long-standing partnership with Meals on Wheels. This collaboration brings nourishment, connection, and community inclusion to older adults while also offering opportunities for growth, purpose, and engagement to individuals participating in ABC programming.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, ABC’s Abilities Integrated Crews deliver nutritious meals, and moments of friendship, to neighbors across Rochester.

Each volunteer brings something uniquely valuable to the experience. Tom enjoys chatting with the individuals he meets and greeting the friendly dogs along his route. Marcella takes pride in ensuring meals reach those who need them most. Brevin is motivated by the opportunity to give back and support food access in the community. Heartwarming moments unfold during every delivery, from weekly visits with familiar faces to small interactions that brighten someone’s day. Over time, these connections grow into meaningful relationships that benefit both volunteers and recipients.

By visiting many of the same individuals each week, volunteers build trust, confidence, and a strong sense of purpose. For people engaged in ABC’s programming, the delivery routes provide hands-on opportunities to practice communication, teamwork, and responsibility. For Meals on Wheels recipients, the visits offer not only a nutritious meal but also companionship and reassurance.

Family Service Rochester is deeply grateful for ABC’s ongoing partnership and to each individual volunteer, we thank you.