A DC grant has allowed us to continue our travelling Seniors “Farmer’s Market” Program to four area seniors homes. Delivering fresh produce, breakfast items and even incontinence products to those seniors experiencing food insecurity we help facilitate a sense of community, while seniors have a chance to gather, chat and enjoy nutritious foods.
Over 750 meals were delivered to Orangeville and Dufferin County clients as a direct result of receiving a DC grant. With 90% of recipients being older adults experiencing financial hardship, a mental health concern and/or a physical disability, meal delivery also provided vital check in opportunities helping to reduce social isolation and increase access to other needed social services.
The DC grant provided vital support for our healthy food for hungry minds “Food and Friends” program, enhancing student nutrition, learning opportunities, fostering inclusion and helping prevent food insecurity.
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