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Allows elderly and disabled homebound individuals to stay in their homes, maintain some independence, and offers reassurance that someone cares
 Meals on Wheels of the greater Lynchburg area is a service designed to assist the frail elderly and younger disabled shut-ins by providing them with one balanced, nutritious, hot meal five days per week. The program is for those persons who cannot cook for themselves, have no one to cook for them and are unable to leave their homes for meals. This service allows people to stay in their homes, maintain some independence, and avoid living in costly institutions—a financial benefit to the client and the community.
A Meals on Wheels delivery also provides a reassuring “check-in” on those who live alone. Any unanswered delivery is reported & investigated. Any changes in a recipient’s health or needs are noted & dietary changes are made as needed. If appropriate, referrals to family, physician, or other community services are made.
 Volunteer to deliver meals, donating 1 1/2 hours a day, a week, a month or a year. Encourage, your place of employment to provide volunteers for a route.
Support Meals on Wheel services by:
- Giving a tax-deductible gift,
- Making a memorial contribution in memory of a loved one, or
- Sending a gift in honor of a friend or relative
- Tell Friends and organizations about Meals on Wheels services and needs.
- Inform those who may need the services of Meal on Wheels.
Groups can help by sponsoring teams of volunteers to deliver meals and by donating towards the cost of providing the service.
Unfortunately, only about 25% of our meal recipients are able to pay for their meals. It is up to us to raise the funds so they do not go hungry. The need is growing, but the funds are shrinking. Your gift will go far to ensure that no one goes to bed hungry. |
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