This NY Times New Old Age Blog article, entitled "
Study: More To Meal Delivery Than Food" reveals that the Meals on Wheels program, often staffed with volunteers, provides more than just a hot meal for older adults. Research reveals that it often keeps older adults in their own homes longer, instead of them needing to go to a long-term care facility. It also provides social interaction and an emotional benefit. Is there anything else that these programs could offer older adults? What might we be able to do to help older adults stay in their homes longer?
Here is a more detailed review of the article.
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