Nutritious Holiday Recipes Seniors Will Love
Bring cheer to your table with senior-friendly holiday recipes. Discover nutritious twists on classic favorites, plus tips for making meals easier to prepare and enjoy.
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Nearly 13 million older Americans struggle with hunger each year
With your help, we’re able to address this growing epidemic. Here’s a snapshot of our Meals on Wheels network.
244M meals served annually
2.6M seniors supported annually
50+ years of proven impact
Impact Stories
Ending Silent Nights: Why the Holidays Are the Hardest Time for Many Seniors
The holidays should be a time of warmth and togetherness, but for many older adults, they bring long Silent Nights filled with isolation. From rising costs to growing waitlist...
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From Waitlist to Wellness: How Meals on Wheels Changed Daily Life
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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End the Wait™: A Three-Part Series on Meals on Wheels Waitlists
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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Your support fuels meaningful change.
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.
You can help America’s seniors struggling with hunger and isolation.
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.
