10.7.2026 - Written by Wayne Richardson , Director of Nutrition & Hospitality Services Fall is a wonderful time to enjoy fresh apples, pears, squash and other seasonal produce. As you enjoy your favorite fall foods, following a few simple food safety tips for older adults can help keep meals … [Read more...] about Fall Food Safety Tips for Older Adults
Staying Steady: Supporting Fall Prevention for Older Adults
September 21, 2026 Helping Older Adults Stay Safe at Home For many older adults, home represents independence, comfort, and familiarity. But everyday spaces—from a bathroom without a grab rail to a set of stairs without a secure railing—can become more difficult to navigate as we age. Fall … [Read more...] about Staying Steady: Supporting Fall Prevention for Older Adults
Caregiver Stories: Peace of Mind for Tom and His Homebound Parents
September 9, 2026 As the seasons begin to change and cooler days approach, I am reminded of the strength, resilience, and determination we see every day in the older adults and the caregivers we serve. Tom’s parents, who are in their late 80s, live independently in a senior community in … [Read more...] about Caregiver Stories: Peace of Mind for Tom and His Homebound Parents
Client Stories: Meet Ms. Dorothy
Spring is in the air, and the fresh scent of trees budding and tulips blooming reminds us that summer is near. Summer, filled with family cookouts, beach breaks, and fun in the sun, is anything but fun for our homebound older adults. For them, there is no break from isolation and … [Read more...] about Client Stories: Meet Ms. Dorothy
Client Stories: Meet Ms. Elizabeth
Ms. Elizabeth is 92-years old and full of stories from a life well-lived. Once vibrant and energetic, her stamina has declined over the years. Today, simple tasks such as standing for long periods or preparing meals are no longer manageable. But in 2023, things changed that revived her … [Read more...] about Client Stories: Meet Ms. Elizabeth
Cold Weather and Older Adults: How You Can Help
As temperatures drop, winter can become especially challenging—and even dangerous—for older adults. Cold weather increases the risk of health issues like hypothermia, respiratory illnesses, and falls, particularly for those who live alone or have limited mobility. For many, staying warm isn’t just … [Read more...] about Cold Weather and Older Adults: How You Can Help
Client Stories: Delores
Delores is a 76-year-old SNAP beneficiary who is legally blind, so she signed up for the Home Delivered Meal Program more than a year ago. “I called Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland and let them know that I needed support. I wanted to start getting meals, so they took my application and said that … [Read more...] about Client Stories: Delores
Standing Up for Older Americans
In the past two weeks, we have received numerous calls and messages from concerned members of our community, including many from the older adults who rely on us for their daily meals, about the effect of the temporary federal funding freeze on our home delivered meal program. Older … [Read more...] about Standing Up for Older Americans
Kibble Connection- A Partnership for Pets
Brought to you by: United Healthcare The Kibble Connection program began in 2007 when a Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland delivery volunteer, who was also a board member at the Maryland SPCA, realized that many of the clients she interacted with were feeding their MOWCM meals to their pets. … [Read more...] about Kibble Connection- A Partnership for Pets