#RespectYourElders

Building Compassion for America’s Seniors

Meals on Wheels America launched the #RespectYourElders campaign to bring nationwide attention to the importance of connection, care and compassion for seniors. Together, we can End the Wait™ for empathy, compassion and support for America’s aging population.​

Aging can be lonely.

Millions of seniors are homebound. So much of their time is spent alone and waiting for moments of connection. For many, seeing the Meals on Wheels volunteer is the only human contact they have all day.

Rallying the nation.

Our goal is to bring attention to America’s aging population and spark nationwide support and empathy. That’s why Meals on Wheels America launched the #RespectYourElders campaign. From everyday people to celebrities, we’re asking everyone to honor the seniors in their lives and share their support on social media using #RespectYourElders.

Ways you can participate.

There are many ways to join this movement. Post on social media using #RespectYourElders. Ask a loved one to coffee, or host a game night. You can even send a card to be delivered with a senior’s meal. Every effort counts!

  • Post a video about what this means to you.
  • Share a celebrity’s video from the feed below.
  • Send a card to be delivered with a senior’s meal. 
  • Do acts of kindness for the older adults in your life.
BuzzFeed:

Help us End the Wait™ for empathy, compassion and support for America’s aging population.​

GIVE NOW