The problem of loneliness and social isolation has been recognized as a public health crisis. Whether or not you are feeling the effects of loneliness, know that you can help by connecting with your neighbors.
A new program strives to provide Meals on Wheels to veterans, whether they are struggling with access to healthy food or social isolation.
Meals on Wheels recognizes the impact of reducing the risk of heart disease and offers a variety of heart healthy meals that are delivered right to the door of meal recipients.
Without fail at lunchtime, Bonnie is in the lobby of her Minneapolis apartment complex waiting, welcoming in the volunteers serving the day’s meals to her…
With Congress debating budget bills and the Minnesota Legislature back in session, it’s a good time to provide an update on how Meals on Wheels…
Social isolation can be difficult to adequately define and measure, but is generally considered to be a state of having minimal social contact, few or…
We’re fond of saying Meals on Wheels provides more than just a meal. Healthy food is definitely important for those who get Meals on Wheels,…
As any sad song will tell you, being lonely is nobody’s idea of fun. But increasing research suggests that feeling lonely might affect more than…