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MEALS ON WHEELS – DIABLO REGION

A Nonprofit Strengthens Reliability, Mobility, and Support with UCx Smartvoice

The Challenge

As demand for services grew, Meals on Wheels faced a communications environment that couldn’t keep up. The organization relied on outdated hardlines, fragmented tools, and costly legacy internet services. Staff were tethered to physical phones, voicemail could only be checked on-site, and managing multiple lines across locations created unnecessary complexity and expense.

Those limitations became even more acute during disruptive events like the COVID-19 pandemic and an office fire, when continuity, mobility, and remote access were critical.

Quick Facts

Industry: Nonprofit | Health & Human Services
Primary Focus: Mission-critical communications for a mobile, field-based workforce

Key Outcome: Improved reliability and continuity during disruptions

The TPx Solution

To modernize its communications and improve resilience, Meals on Wheels partnered with TPx to deploy UCx Smartvoice with Webex. Key elements of the solution included:

Cloud-Based Voice with UCx Smartvoice

Transitioned from multiple hardlines to a centralized, cloud-based platform that supports calling from both desktop and mobile devices.

Webex for Mobility and Collaboration

Enabled staff to make and receive calls, join meetings, and access voicemail from laptops and smartphones, improving communication for both office and field teams.

Voicemail Transcription and Remote Access

Introduced voicemail transcription and remote access, accelerating response times and improving follow-up with clients and partners.

Upgraded Connectivity and Streamlined Voice Services

Improved legacy internet to a higher-quality, more reliable service that enabled a smooth transition to Webex. Enhanced connectivity, combined with lower per-line costs and value-added features from the UCx Smartvoice platform, contributed to overall savings.
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About Meals on Wheels - Diablo Region

Meals on Wheels-Diablo Region is a nonprofit based in Walnut Creek, California, dedicated to promoting the health, dignity, and independence of vulnerable seniors. The organization delivers more than 700,000 meals annually, supported by 62 employees and over 500 active volunteers. Its services extend beyond nutrition to include wellness checks, friendly visits, and home safety support that enables seniors to age in place with confidence.

“The number one outstanding thing is the support and customer service. When we had issues TPx was there and responsive – even during the holidays.”

Lise Bodine, Senior Director of Administration

The Results

Partnering with TPx helped Meals on Wheels-Diablo Region turn communications from a constraint into an enabler for mission delivery.

Substantial Cost Savings

Reduced monthly communications costs from roughly $500 per month through the transition to the Webex UCx package and the elimination of traditional landlines.

Improved Reliability and Resilience

A cloud-based platform and optimized connectivity helped maintain operations through disruptions, including infrastructure challenges following an office fire.

Better Experience for Seniors and Community Partners

More reliable connectivity and streamlined call handling support the organization’s ability to schedule deliveries, respond to inquiries, and coordinate services that directly impact seniors’ well-being.

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