Helping End Senior Hunger in Cabarrus County
March for Meals
Each March, Meals on Wheels celebrates the historic day in 1972 when a national nutrition program for seniors was added to the Older Americans Act. This legislation supported the rapid growth of the Meals on Wheels network that now collectively serves 2.8 million seniors each year.
This year’s March for Meals celebration comes at a time when eight out of ten local Meals on Wheels programs are still delivering meals to more older adults than they were prior to the pandemic, and operational and food costs are still soaring even while inflation slows.
Now is a critical time for you to support your local Meals on Wheels and urge Congress to protect, strengthen and invest in these proven and effective programs by increasing federal funding so that it is available to every older adult in need for decades to come.
What Our Clients Are Saying About Us
Quotes from our clients and their loved ones.
Makes Me Feel Safe
“It’s nice to have someone who truly cares about me and always has a smile and good conversation. It makes me feel safer knowing that someone will check on me every day.”
A Good Hot Meal
“Because of Meals on Wheels, I don’t worry about going hungry all day. I am on disability and have $2.48 left at month end. I sleep better at night knowing I have a good, hot meal coming to me each day.”
A True Blessing
“Meals on Wheels has truly been a blessing to our family. My father looks forward to meeting the kind volunteers everyday at his doorstep.”
May God Bless You
“We are both down and I am very sick and without the help of Meals on Wheels I could not make it. The food is real good and hot. Thanks for all you do. May God Bless you all.”
