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Is Meals on Wheels Ending? The Truth About Its Future

Jan 12, 2026 •

4 min read

According to Meals on Wheels America, over 2 million seniors are served annually, yet millions more are on waitlists due to funding issues. Concerns over whether Meals on Wheels is ending have grown, but the program is not shutting down entirely, though its services are under significant pressure.

Which established the Federal Older Americans nutrition Program?

Jan 10, 2026 •

1 min read

In 2020, the Older Americans Act (OAA) Nutrition Program provided over 147 million home-delivered meals and nearly 74 million congregate meals to seniors across the country. This widespread federal support for senior nutrition was established by amendments to the Older Americans Act in 1972, not the original 1965 legislation.

What Food and Nutrition Service Programs Does the US Department of Agricultural and Administration on Aging Provide for Older Adults?

Jan 9, 2026 •

5 min read

In 2021, approximately 1 in 14 U.S. seniors faced food insecurity, highlighting a critical need for support. The US Department of Agricultural and Administration on Aging provide crucial food and nutrition service programs to help older adults access healthy food, improve their well-being, and maintain independence in their homes and communities.