Topeka Meals on Wheels not delivering due to weather

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Midland Care Meals on Wheels will be closed for another day after a blizzard blanketed much of the Midwest.

Midland Care announced on Wednesday, Jan. 8 in a social media post that it made the decision to close out of concern for staff, volunteers and the community. Midland Care has been closed since Sunday, Jan. 6.

"The ongoing frigid temperatures and hazardous road conditions across northeast Kansas make travel unsafe," Midland Care wrote on social media. "We encourage everyone to stay indoors, stay warm, and take precautions during this extreme weather."

Midland Care serves older adults who are housebound in Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas counties. To see if you're eligible for the Meals on Wheels program, click here.

"Remember to check on loved ones and neighbors, especially those who may need extra help during this challenging time," Midland Care wrote on social media.

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