INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — The Senior Resource Association (SRA) received a $10,000 grant for its Emergency Meals on Wheels Program (EMOW) from the Grand Harbor Community Outreach Program.
Emergency Meals on Wheels assists Indian River County seniors who are experiencing a “crisis situation,” and need short-term home delivered meals. The program targets isolated, home bound seniors who have been recently discharged from a health care facility or have a caregiver who is going into a healthcare facility for a brief period of time.
The EMOW program helps to ensure nutritional intake for seniors after being discharged from a healthcare facility within the last 30 days. The Emergency Meals on Wheels Program is proven to prevent hospital re-admissions and defer nursing home placement, thereby enabling recipients to remain living in their homes independently for a longer period of time.
“We are extremely grateful for this grant that will provide over 1,200 meals for seniors experiencing a ‘crisis situation’ over the next year,” said Karen Deigl. “We truly appreciate their continuous support of this vital program for our local recovering seniors in need.”
Those who wish to make a donation to this program can call (772) 469-2060 or visit www.SeniorResourceAssociation.org/Donate.
For more information about the Senior Resource Association, visit www.SeniorResourceAssociation.org or call (772) 569-0760.