Meals on Wheels America
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We fight senior hunger and isolation by supporting 5,000+ community #MealsOnWheels programs nationwide. 👴🏿👵 #EndTheWait www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org
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For far too many seniors, “Silent Night” is more than a song—it's reality.
Nearly 13 million seniors nationwide are threatened by or experience hunger, which is only intensified in the winter months.
It's time to #EndTheWait. Donate today: https://mealswhls.org/4qMZ9Dy
Nearly 13 million seniors nationwide are threatened by or experience hunger, which is only intensified in the winter months.
It's time to #EndTheWait. Donate today: https://mealswhls.org/4qMZ9Dy
Senior hunger and isolation are a national crisis we can no longer ignore. Share if you agree.
October 5, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Senior hunger and isolation are a national crisis we can no longer ignore. Share if you agree.
When gas prices rise, so does the cost of delivering meals to older adults who rely on them. Increased funding is essential to helping Meals on Wheels providers reach every senior who needs it. https://www.kcbd.com/2026/09/23/meals-wheels-deliveries-continue-despite-high-gas-prices/
Meals on Wheels deliveries continue despite high gas prices
Meals on Wheels deliveries continue despite high gas prices
www.kcbd.com
September 29, 2026 at 5:56 PM
When gas prices rise, so does the cost of delivering meals to older adults who rely on them. Increased funding is essential to helping Meals on Wheels providers reach every senior who needs it. https://www.kcbd.com/2026/09/23/meals-wheels-deliveries-continue-despite-high-gas-prices/
If we want every older adult to age with dignity, we have to fund the programs that make it possible.
September 27, 2026 at 5:11 PM
If we want every older adult to age with dignity, we have to fund the programs that make it possible.
Food insecurity has quadrupled. But fewer people are being served.
As more older adults face food insecurity, fewer are getting the support they need. Join us in calling on Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4wkIGIQ
As more older adults face food insecurity, fewer are getting the support they need. Join us in calling on Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4wkIGIQ
September 23, 2026 at 12:07 AM
Food insecurity has quadrupled. But fewer people are being served.
As more older adults face food insecurity, fewer are getting the support they need. Join us in calling on Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4wkIGIQ
As more older adults face food insecurity, fewer are getting the support they need. Join us in calling on Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4wkIGIQ
Every older adult deserves access to nutritious food and connection; funding Meals on Wheels helps make that possible.
September 19, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Every older adult deserves access to nutritious food and connection; funding Meals on Wheels helps make that possible.
Every Meals on Wheels delivery is an opportunity to check in, share a smile, and remind an older adult that they haven’t been forgotten. That's why we are urging Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels. Join us: https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/ways-to-advocate/
September 16, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Every Meals on Wheels delivery is an opportunity to check in, share a smile, and remind an older adult that they haven’t been forgotten. That's why we are urging Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels. Join us: https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/ways-to-advocate/
2.5 million seniors aren't getting the meals they need. Seniors like our Memaw, Gramps, Abuelo & Nana. Join us in urging Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4gVeQV1
September 8, 2026 at 8:49 PM
2.5 million seniors aren't getting the meals they need. Seniors like our Memaw, Gramps, Abuelo & Nana. Join us in urging Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4gVeQV1
Max helped Melody through dark days — her husband’s death and her own debilitating illnesses. Today, #MealsOnWheels and PetSmart Charities provide Melanie with free pet food and other supplies for Max, helping keep the two of them together. https://mealswhls.org/4gmVIjS
August 26, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Max helped Melody through dark days — her husband’s death and her own debilitating illnesses. Today, #MealsOnWheels and PetSmart Charities provide Melanie with free pet food and other supplies for Max, helping keep the two of them together. https://mealswhls.org/4gmVIjS
Aging shouldn't mean being forgotten.
August 23, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Aging shouldn't mean being forgotten.
The Meals on Wheels Annual Conference & Expo brought together hundreds of staff and volunteers! We’re leaving energized & ready to use new tools and strategies. Thank you to everyone who made our annual conference a success! Read our press release: https://mealswhls.org/45ARwXt
August 21, 2026 at 2:07 PM
The Meals on Wheels Annual Conference & Expo brought together hundreds of staff and volunteers! We’re leaving energized & ready to use new tools and strategies. Thank you to everyone who made our annual conference a success! Read our press release: https://mealswhls.org/45ARwXt
Did you know only 1% of philanthropic funding goes towards senior-focused causes?
This #NationalNonProfitDay, think about the seniors in your community, and don't forget to give to your local Meals on Wheels provider! 🩵
This #NationalNonProfitDay, think about the seniors in your community, and don't forget to give to your local Meals on Wheels provider! 🩵
August 17, 2026 at 10:23 PM
Did you know only 1% of philanthropic funding goes towards senior-focused causes?
This #NationalNonProfitDay, think about the seniors in your community, and don't forget to give to your local Meals on Wheels provider! 🩵
This #NationalNonProfitDay, think about the seniors in your community, and don't forget to give to your local Meals on Wheels provider! 🩵
No senior who needs Meals on Wheels should have to be placed on a waitlist while their health declines. Repost if you agree.
August 16, 2026 at 11:54 PM
No senior who needs Meals on Wheels should have to be placed on a waitlist while their health declines. Repost if you agree.
Meals on Wheels is more than a meal delivery, it's a lifeline in extreme weather. https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2026/08/04/meals-on-wheels-deliveries-double-as-heat-safety-checks-for-orange-county-seniors
Meals on Wheels deliveries double as heat safety checks for Orange Co. seniors
Seniors First says its Meals on Wheels volunteers deliver between 900 and 1,100 meals each day while also checking on homebound seniors during Central Florida’s extreme summer heat.
mynews13.com
August 10, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Meals on Wheels is more than a meal delivery, it's a lifeline in extreme weather. https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2026/08/04/meals-on-wheels-deliveries-double-as-heat-safety-checks-for-orange-county-seniors
Behind every waitlist is someone's loved one. Someone's Gramps. Someone's Nana. Someone's Abuelo. Tell Congress to increase funding for Meals on Wheels and help #EndTheWait: https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/ways-to-advocate/
August 3, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Behind every waitlist is someone's loved one. Someone's Gramps. Someone's Nana. Someone's Abuelo. Tell Congress to increase funding for Meals on Wheels and help #EndTheWait: https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/ways-to-advocate/
For Meals on Wheels providers, severe weather means preparing long before the storm arrives. Because when extreme weather hits, older adults are counting on Meals on Wheels more than ever. https://www.wsaz.com/2026/01/22/meals-wheels-delivery-during-bad-weather/
Meals on Wheels delivery during bad weather
Executive Director Melanie Hirst said even with bad weather in the forecast, they don’t let anyone go hungry.
www.wsaz.com
August 1, 2026 at 8:42 PM
For Meals on Wheels providers, severe weather means preparing long before the storm arrives. Because when extreme weather hits, older adults are counting on Meals on Wheels more than ever. https://www.wsaz.com/2026/01/22/meals-wheels-delivery-during-bad-weather/
Seniors are waiting on us to use our voices. Use our call script to tell Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels. 📞1-800-985-9059
July 31, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Seniors are waiting on us to use our voices. Use our call script to tell Congress to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels. 📞1-800-985-9059
Behind every waitlist is someone's Nana. Someone's Abuelo. Someone's Gramps. Tell Congress it's time to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4pJ8EDu
July 29, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Behind every waitlist is someone's Nana. Someone's Abuelo. Someone's Gramps. Tell Congress it's time to protect and increase funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4pJ8EDu
Congress must reauthorize and increase funding for the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program so local Meals on Wheels providers have the resources they need to meet growing demand.
https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/5981167-house-must-pass-oaa/
#MealsOnWheels #OlderAmericansAct #EndTheWait
https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/5981167-house-must-pass-oaa/
#MealsOnWheels #OlderAmericansAct #EndTheWait
Congress must get the Older Americans Act reauthorization across the finish line
Following the Senate's unanimous passage of the bipartisan Older Americans Act reauthorization on July 14, advocates are calling on the House of Representatives to approve the bill to ensure ...
thehill.com
July 22, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Congress must reauthorize and increase funding for the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program so local Meals on Wheels providers have the resources they need to meet growing demand.
https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/5981167-house-must-pass-oaa/
#MealsOnWheels #OlderAmericansAct #EndTheWait
https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/5981167-house-must-pass-oaa/
#MealsOnWheels #OlderAmericansAct #EndTheWait
Behind every waitlist is someone's MeMaw, Abuelo or Gramps.
July 20, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Behind every waitlist is someone's MeMaw, Abuelo or Gramps.
8 in 10 Meals on Wheels providers rely on federal funding to serve older adults in their communities, but too many seniors are still waiting for the meals and connection they deserve. Help us tell Congress to protect and strengthen funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4wkIGIQ
July 17, 2026 at 8:38 PM
8 in 10 Meals on Wheels providers rely on federal funding to serve older adults in their communities, but too many seniors are still waiting for the meals and connection they deserve. Help us tell Congress to protect and strengthen funding for Meals on Wheels: https://mealswhls.org/4wkIGIQ
MeMaw is waiting. Pop Pop is waiting. Nana is waiting. Abuelo is waiting.
No senior should have to wait months for the support they need today. Help us tell Congress the time to increase funding for Meals on Wheels is now. Seniors are waiting.
No senior should have to wait months for the support they need today. Help us tell Congress the time to increase funding for Meals on Wheels is now. Seniors are waiting.
July 13, 2026 at 1:51 PM
MeMaw is waiting. Pop Pop is waiting. Nana is waiting. Abuelo is waiting.
No senior should have to wait months for the support they need today. Help us tell Congress the time to increase funding for Meals on Wheels is now. Seniors are waiting.
No senior should have to wait months for the support they need today. Help us tell Congress the time to increase funding for Meals on Wheels is now. Seniors are waiting.
Hunger doesn't wait, and neither can our seniors. Fund Meals on Wheels.
July 13, 2026 at 12:19 AM
Hunger doesn't wait, and neither can our seniors. Fund Meals on Wheels.
Extreme heat can be especially dangerous for older adults. A quick check-in with an aging neighbor could make all the difference. #heatwave
July 2, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Extreme heat can be especially dangerous for older adults. A quick check-in with an aging neighbor could make all the difference. #heatwave
Senior hunger and isolation is a national crisis Congress can no longer ignore. Share if you agree.
June 30, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Senior hunger and isolation is a national crisis Congress can no longer ignore. Share if you agree.
This #LonelinessAwarenessWeek, we're reminded that connection is essential for isolated seniors. You can help change this statistic. Volunteer with your local #MealsOnWheels provider and be the connection a senior is waiting for. #EndTheWait
June 16, 2026 at 9:43 PM
This #LonelinessAwarenessWeek, we're reminded that connection is essential for isolated seniors. You can help change this statistic. Volunteer with your local #MealsOnWheels provider and be the connection a senior is waiting for. #EndTheWait