MEALS ON WHEELS OF SOLANO COUNTY
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Mission Statement
Meals on Wheels of Solano County (MOWSC) has been delivering meals to homebound seniors in Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville, and Vallejo since 1977. Our mission is to support the independence, health, and well-being of seniors with nutritious meals and human connection.
About This Cause
Each meal is designed by our registered dietician to meet the daily recommended values for older adults. When a delivery is made, seniors receive not only a meal, but a kind and warm smile from a volunteer. Sometimes, that delivery is the only social interaction a senior can expect all day. Meals on Wheels of Solano County is, at our core, a meal services organization. But people are living longer, and the population of adults over 60 is increasing. Under the More than a Meal philosophy, our programs take a holistic, wraparound approach to helping our older neighbors age in place. Our range of supplementary services focuses on ensuring that seniors are safe, well, and included. Our region suffers mainly from the effects of poverty, cost of living, and loneliness: according to recent census reports, 31% of people 60 or older are still working to support themselves; 30% live with a disability; and 8% live below Federal Poverty Guidelines. Seniors here struggle with living independently due to a lack of social support systems. This is how we deliver More than a Meal: Home-Delivery: Meals are delivered straight to our client's doors three times a week with interaction and wellness checks by a volunteer. PAWS: The PAWS Program provides free supplemental cat and dog food and flea/tick medication to clients with furry companions. Fall Prevention: The Fall Prevention Program provides free clinical assessments and preventative equipment to those at risk of falling. Rosey: The Rosey Program is a free tablet program designed to keep you engaged and connected to what matters with technology.