Cleveland Clinic funds Meals on Wheels
Senior Resource Association said Cleveland Clinic committed $120,000 a year for five years, or $600,000 total, to support its Meals on Wheels program for older adults in Indian River County.
The nonprofit said the funding will help provide 9,375 home-delivered meals this year to seniors who are homebound, disabled or managing complex health conditions.
SRA said 92% of recipients are able to remain living at home because of the program, and 90% report improved dietary health.
SRA said it currently serves 355 residents and has a waitlist of 502, with 147 people still not receiving meals. The list grows by about 25 seniors a month.
“This long-term support will help us reach more older adults who are waiting for meals,” said Karen Deigl, SRA president and CEO.
Nearly 250 volunteers deliver more than 2,700 meals a week and provide wellness checks for recipients, the organization said.
Senior Resource Association, Inc. (SRA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving older adults and families in Indian River County. Its programs include Meals on Wheels, adult day services, in-home support, guardianship and transportation, including GoLine and Marty. Learn more at www.SeniorResourceAssociation.org.
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