Exciting week on Capitol Hill! On Tuesday, Betty Bradley, the Executive Director of Meals On Wheels Plus of Abilene TX met with Congressman Arrington (TX) and the office of Senator Cornyn (TX) and their staff to advocate for increased Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) funding. #SSBG funding is critical to ensuring that organizations like Meals on Wheels can continue providing essential services to seniors and vulnerable communities. Bradley’s leadership and dedication to fighting food insecurity make a real impact, and we’re grateful for her voice in this important conversation. Joining Bradley was Dr. Barry Moak, a long-time Board member and amazing #MealsOnWheels advocate.
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Meals on Wheels America is the oldest and largest national organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based senior nutrition programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger. This network exists in virtually every community in America and, along with more than two million volunteers, delivers the nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks that enable America’s seniors to live nourished lives with independence and dignity. By providing funding, leadership, education and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time. For more information, or to find a Meals on Wheels provider near you, visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org.
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https://mealsonwheelsamerica.org/
Meals on Wheels America的外部链接
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- 非盈利组织
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- 11-50 人
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- Arlington，VA
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- 非营利机构
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1550 Crystal Drive
Suite 1005
US，VA，Arlington，22202
Meals on Wheels America员工
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The impact, effectiveness and reach of organizations like #MealsOnWheels are the direct result of the contributions made by so many. Individuals like 107-year-old Meals on Wheels recipient Lenore "Gundy" Costello are an extension of this proud legacy. Gundy is the oldest surviving Executive Director of the Council and the nation’s oldest Girl Scout. Read her full story here: https://lnkd.in/g4z8Q-dG Thanks Gundy! #WomensHistoryMonth
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Did you know #MealsOnWheels was born from a grassroots movement after WWII? Or that regular, nourishing meal deliveries can reduce healthcare costs, prevent falls and combat loneliness for seniors? Join L. Carter Florence, VP of Programs at Meals on Wheels America, on The Food Dignity Movement podcast as she unpacks the real impact of balanced nutrition, social connection and aging in place. ?? Why #MealsOnWheels is so much more than just meals ?? How #MealsOnWheels helps seniors stay independent ?? What "food dignity" really means Listen now! ????? #NationalNutritionMonth
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Seniors are struggling now more than before, and it's critical for them that we work together to provide relief. Read more about what many seniors are experiencing today and how you can help ensure every senior who needs #MealsOnWheels gets it: https://lnkd.in/gnrCSuGY
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Born in 1944, Ella Stewart’s life is a testament to strength and resilience. Raised in the segregated South, she learned perseverance, connection and the power of storytelling from her father, a former sharecropper. Today, Ella inspires us through the relationships she’s built — like those with the volunteers and staff who bring her #MealsOnWheels. On this last day of #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor her living legacy of love, strength and community.
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#MealsOnWheels isn't just about delivering healthy meals — it's about empowering older adults to age in place with dignity, where they want to be. That's why millions are able to maintain their independence and enjoy the comfort of their homes. ?? #SeniorIndependenceMonth
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Meals on Wheels was proud to sponsor the National Governors Association Winter Meeting in Washington, D.C. this past weekend! Our President and CEO, Ellie Hollander, attended for the first time, representing the Meals on Wheels network and engaging with state leaders on the importance of addressing senior hunger and social isolation. Ellie had the opportunity to connect with governors and their offices and shared how Meals on Wheels programs serve seniors in nearly every community. She also emphasized the critical need for increased funding and the devastating impact proposed federal cuts, such as eliminating Social Services Block Grants, would have on providers across the country. We were honored to represent our providers and the millions of seniors who could benefit from Meals on Wheels. Thank you to the National Governors Association! We look forward to opportunities like this where we will continue to advocate for policies and funding that support seniors in every community. #MealsOnWheels #NGAWinterMeeting ?? Pictured: Meals on Wheels America President and CEO Ellie Hollander with Governors Mike DeWine of Ohio, Wes Moore of Maryland, Phil Scott of Vermont and Josh Green of Hawaii.
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So many seniors look forward to visits from #MealsOnWheels! A meals delivery may be the only human contact some homebound seniors receive all week.
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#MealsOnWheels provides more than meals. Every day, local providers help older adults age in place, often in the homes they love. For those who fear losing their independence, these vital services offer hope. Here’s how our clients say Meals on Wheels impacts their lives:
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