Meals On Wheels America President, Ellie Hollander visits Santa Monica promoting March for Meals

March for Meals is an annual campaign to promote awareness of hunger and isolation in the community. Meals On Wheels programs provide healthy hot meals and a neighborly check which improves both physical and emotional health of homebound clients. End Quote

Los Angeles-Long Beach, CA (1888PressRelease) March 11, 2015 - President of Meals On Wheels America visits MOW West to announce compelling research data and March for Meals.

Meals On Wheels West is honored to host Ellie Hollander,President of Meals on Wheels America at our upcoming Open House. "Our Meals on Wheels programs are on the front lines every day making sure that no senior is forgotten," said Hollander. "March for Meals is a time when communities can come together to stand with their local Meals on Wheels programs and ensure all seniors live a nourished life with independence and dignity."

Monday March 16, 2015
9:30 am - 10:45 am
Meals On Wheels West
1823 Michigan Ave. Santa Monica CA, 90404

March for Meals is a national Meals On Wheels Association of America campaign held annually during the month of March to raise awareness and celebrate the success of Meals On Wheels. Meals Meals On Wheels' More Than a Meal program provides a hot lunch and afternoon snack, local newspapers, fresh produce from the farmers' market and a Wellness Check by a caring volunteer.

"10,000 people turn 65 each day and the need for our services is growing. Our meal deliveries are up 32% over last year. Please remember to refer- volunteer - donate. Join us on March 16th to recognize our Community Champions and celebrate the support of our volunteers and donors," said Chris Baca,
Meals On Wheels West Executive Director.

Supporters of Meals On Wheels West will be on hand to bring awareness to the reality of hunger in our community and the role home delivered meals play in assisting neighbors to continue living independently in their homes. Santa Monica Police and Fire Departments, who are Community Champions, will participate in Open House along with officials including Malibu City Councilman Lou La Monte and staff representing Assemblyman Richard Bloom and Supervisor Kuehl. Ellie Hollander, President of Meals On Wheels America, is the keynote speaker.

Show your support and learn more about the More than a Meal research study conducted by AARP and Brown University. Participants are invited to deliver a meal route following the presentation, schedule permitting.

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