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    DELIVERING SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST A MEAL

    Meals on Wheels has been guided by a single goal since the first known U.S. delivery by a small group of Philadelphia citizens in 1954 – to support our senior neighbors to extend their independence and health as they age. What started as a compassionate idea has grown into one of the largest and most effective social movements in America, currently helping nearly 2.2 million seniors annually in virtually every community in the country.

    THE MEALS ON WHEELS SOLUTION STARTS WITH THE MEAL...

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    AND DELIVERS ON SO MUCH MORE.

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    WHAT MEALS ON WHEELS DELIVERS

    Too many seniors find it challenging to access healthy food or cook nutritious meals. In fact, about 10 million older adults in America face hunger every day. Not only that, but the risk of malnutrition is increased due to various factors that come up as we age, such as decreased appetite, limited mobility and dietary restrictions. That's where Meals on Wheels comes in. This remarkable network delivers a staggering 251 million meals each year to 2.2 million seniors and counting.  

    But what does Meals on Wheels actually deliver? It starts with the meal and enables us to deliver on so much more that our aging neighbors need.  

    Nutritious meals create an opportunity to build a relationship and strengthen bonds with each individual. That opens the door for local programs to identify and deliver valuable services that promote independence and well-being. Regular meal delivery from Meals on Wheels, whether in the comfort of the home or at a community dining site, provides tailored nutrition, social connection, safety and more.

    Tailored Nutrition  

    TAILORED NUTRITION

    Serving good, healthy meals designed to meet specific needs and preferences of the community and ensure clients have the nutrition they need.

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    Social Connection  

    SOCIAL CONNECTION

    Building and maintaining social connection to help senior clients feel less alone, including phone calls and friendly visits.

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    Safety  

    SAFETY

    Assessing the home environment to make sure it is safe, identifying and addressing hazards, directly or through referral.

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    Resources  

    RESOURCES AND REFERRALS

    Sharing valuable information, connecting clients to additional services and responding to the emerging needs in the community.

    Meals on Wheels is a proven, effective and trusted solution.

    Improves Health

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    Enables Independence 

    92% Independent

    Provides Peace of Mind

    87% Safer at Home

    Fosters Dignity and Respect

    95% Would Recommend

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    FACTS & RESEARCH

    At Meals on Wheels America, we engage in research to demonstrate the impact and value of Meals on Wheels programs that are addressing hunger and isolation among millions of seniors each year. This work supports our commitment to ensuring that local programs have the tools and resources they need to meet the growing demand for services in their communities.

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    ABOUT MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA

    Meals on Wheels America is the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger. By providing funding, leadership, education, research and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time.

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    AMERICA'S SENIORS NEED YOU

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