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Meals on Wheels programs and the seniors they serve need your help — urge Congress to end the shutdown and prioritize seniors by sending a message to your Members of Congress today.
With your help, we’re able to address this growing epidemic. Here’s a snapshot of our Meals on Wheels network.
Every day, tens of thousands of older adults are told they must wait for Meals on Wheels. This three-part series shares powerful stories that reveal the human cost of waitlist...
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After months on the Meals on Wheels waitlist, Michael and Rose Rothery found the daily meals they receive to be more than just nourishment. For Michael, who is in hospice care...
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Seniors across the U.S. are waiting months—even years—for Meals on Wheels due to flat funding that hasn’t kept pace with demand. More than 46,000 older adults are curren...
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Volunteers are the driving force behind Meals on Wheels, delivering nutritious meals, wellness checks, and companionship to millions of seniors each year. But with volunteeris...
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Government funding is not enough to meet the growing demand for Meals on Wheels services, and only 1% of philanthropic donations support senior causes. As a result, too many of our aging neighbors are waiting for the help they need. We’re working to change that. Your generosity fuels our efforts to get Meals on Wheels to every senior who needs it. Learn how your donation is part of a proven, effective solution trusted by communities across the country.
Meals on Wheels America supports the nationwide network of community-based programs dedicated to addressing senior hunger and isolation. Through nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks, these programs help millions of older adults maintain their independence and well-being.
