Philanthropy Update
by Ryan Green
September 11, 2019
Meals on Wheels is a terrific philanthropy that is based on the desire to improve the health and quality of life of seniors, and help ensure no one is left hungry or isolated. At the beginning of this past summer I participated in an orientation for Meals on Wheels. At each stop we dropped off a hot and cold meal for each patron, and when they saw us at their door, their faces lit up. They loved having someone to talk to, and being entertained for a few minutes before their lunch. Each senior had a few stories to tell, and all were very kind and inspiring. One elderly woman we met was all alone in her home as her family had moved to Kansas. She was so excited to see us & show us her flowers; it was impossible to deny her request for hugs. Another man talked to us about his medical procedure that caused him to only be able to eat pureed food, and he then kindly offered us raspberries from his garden!
Meals on Wheels is an outstanding organization and I enjoyed volunteering for them throughout the summer. I can’t wait to deliver more meals and meet new people!
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