 One of our network partners, ENCAP Nebraska, made these wonderful Huggy Heart masks for Community Action Employees. We are happy to Mask Up to provide a safe environment for our staff and clients. Safe Safe and Healthy! |  During Community Action Month, we took time out to recognize the hard work and dedication of our staff here at Community Action Northwest. Their commitment to helping those in need has never been more evident than during the recent pandemic crisis. They continued to work on the front lines helping those in need find food, shelter and other resources. We thank them for their dedication and love for our community. |  MAY IS COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH! Our Agency has a long and storied history of serving our communities across Northwest Alabama in Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin counties. We currently provide 8 different programs ranging from senior nutrition, housing assistance and energy assistance to gardening and responsible parenting classes. |
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 We are happy to join the UNA Office of Alumni Relations in congratulating the 2019 UNA Community Service Award Winner, Patsy "Pat" Davis Burney '88.
Burney has lived in #Florence since 1976 and considers it her home. She graduated from UNA with a Bachelor's of Science in Management. Pat has been a long time supporter and volunteer with us at Meals on Wheels and we are happy to celebrate her. |  The MOTHERS Program had 2 very special guests in class recently -- Chelsea Puckett and her little boy, Sam. Chelsea was a participant in the MOTHERS Program from February until May and wanted to come back to tell her story to those in the class. She was so encouraging and inspiring to the ladies and gave them a message of hope. She spoke about how they can get through whatever they are going through and are stronger than what they think. And her little boy, Sam….well, he was just adorable! |  Meet Lyndon, a Dad in our Responsible Fatherhood Program. Lyndon is now enrolled in the CDL Training class with Affordable Truck Driver Training in Moulton Alabama to obtain his Class A license and then be placed in employment. Lyndon said, “This is an opportunity for a new career made possible by Ms. Jackie and the Responsible Fatherhood Program that will help me with my family for years to come.” Pictured with Lyndon is Charlie Casewell, one of the instructors from Affordable Trucking. |
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 We had a great time at the Chillin' with the Cramer Children's Center event during Handy week. There were fun, kid-friendly activities, great music by the Midnighters, and free hot dogs & snow cones. If you didn't make it down this year, be sure and make plans to attend next year! |  We were delighted to have Rev. Danny Whitehead, Rector of St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church in Florence, and Cornelia McIntosh delivering meals on one of our Florence routes today! #doservelove #MOWS #volunteerism #seniornutrition #volunteertoday #mealsonwheelspeople |  Responsible Parenting Class students recently participated in the quarterly TEAM event. The Saturday event is designed to help participants focus on better communication with their partners, problem solving techniques and life coping skills. The TEAM event is lead by Ben Hayes Counseling Services, LLC. |
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 Please meet Nicole. Nicole enrolled and completed the Mothers Program in late 2015. Since that time, she has been reunited with her children, gained employment and gotten engaged. We are so happy for Nicole and wish her the very best in the future. Nicole is pictured with Sheila Weaver, MOTHERS Program Coordinator. |  Judy Guyton has been delivering meals to residents of Russellville for over 17 years as a volunteer for Meals On Wheels of The Shoals. "She's an awesome volunteer and very dedicated," Tammy McDaniel, Executive Director says. "Mrs. Guyton has helped make sure meal recipients got their basic needs met outside their regular deliveries." To learn more, please read the latest Courier Journal Unsung Heroes article. |  The Beth Rutledge Baker Disc Golf Tournament benefiting Meals On Wheels of The Shoals took place at McFarland Park on Saturday, May 26th. Beth Rutledge Baker was a long time volunteer of MOWS and an avid disc golf player. We honor her memory and support on this day. |
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