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Meals on Wheels America's Delivering Kindness Newsletter - August 2022

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September 1, 2022


ANSWER THE CALL TO #RESPECT YOUR ELDERS

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#RespectYourElders With Some Familiar Faces

Many of America’s seniors are left behind and lonely. Families are living farther away and neighbors aren’t as connected. The good news? We all have the power to help change that. Join celebrities like Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Lance Bass, Gayle King and more in answering Meals on Wheels America’s call to #RespectYourElders.

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Celebrities Are Answering Our Call

Lily Tomlin, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and more are joining our movement to #RespectYourElders. Check out their posts and find your own inspiration.

Tomlin and Wagner
@LilyTomlin

I always admired my mom for her warmth and kindness. One of the greatest things she taught me is that there’s always room at the table for one more. That’s why I’m answering @_MealsOnWheels call to #RespectYourElders. You can too at http://mealsonwheelsamerica.org/respect

Earvin Magic Johnson
@MajicJohnson

Thanks to the love and support of my parents, 1 learned at a very early age that family is everything. As they get older, it's important to me to spend time with them & continue to soak up their wisdom. Join @_MealsOnWheels's call to #RespectYourElders at www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/respect

Coffeyanderson

I'm making a point to answer the call from @mealsonwheelsamerica and #respectyourelders. You can too at www.MealsonWheelsAmerica.org/Respect #coffeyanderson #mealsonwheels #grateful #thankful #blessed

Wise Words from Gayle King:

“Everybody I know likes to eat, but imagine if you had no way or means to get to the grocery store or a restaurant...That's why when Meals on Wheels asked if I wanted to help deliver lunch and dinner to people who need it most, I said, 'Yes, please sign me up!'

Now it's your turn."

Broadway Stars Take the Lead for Seniors

You won’t be able to watch Tony Award winner Danny Burstein’s video tribute to his older neighbor without your heart filling up. After you watch, take a look at how other Broadway stars are answering our call to #RespectYourElders.

Why Now Is an Important Time to #RespectYourElders

Food Insecurity May Be Closer Than You Think

President and Chief Executive Officer of Meals on Wheels America, Ellie Hollander, explains how senior food insecurity hides in plain sight, even in apparently affluent areas.

"The public may think the issues are only occurring in certain areas or that food insecurity is temporary, brought on by situations like the pandemic. But in fact, many seniors from all different places and backgrounds struggle with food insecurity for various reasons.”

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James, Looking To Go a Step Further?

Meals on Wheels programs are doing everything in their power to continue serving seniors, and the need isn't slowing down. We need your support to keep going.

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