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19.01.2022 As we get older, our bodies require specific vitamins and minerals to maintain good health and wellbeing. It is not normal to lose weight as you get older, and making sure you get the right balance of nutrition is incredibly important to your health and independence outcomes. Importantly, if you are over 65 years old and cannot shop or cook for yourself, you do not need ‘diet’ or ‘calorie-restricted’ meals, you need nutrient-rich food targeted to meet your daily needs and l...ong-term health goals. To get the right nutrition for you, delivered to your door, get in touch with Meals on Wheels today - https://www.mealsonwheelsvictoria.org.au/find-us/

14.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of National Volunteer Week - Australia's largest celebration of volunteers. From Monday 17th of May to Sunday 23rd of May, National Volunteer Week will celebrate the significant contribution of Australia’s almost six million volunteers, who donate over 600 million hours to help others, every year. Meals on Wheels Victoria would like to celebrate and thank its incredible dedicated and hard-working volunteers which make our important work possible.... Without your valuable help we wouldn't be able to deliver our essential service and support older Victorians to live independently and age well in their homes.

12.01.2022 Fresh, flavoursome, delivered with a friendly smile and hitting all the nutritional goals that’s the Meals on Wheels difference! To access meals, reach out to your local service today - https://www.mealsonwheelsvictoria.org.au/find-us/

04.01.2022 Good nutrition plays an essential role in our health and wellbeing, and therefore our ability to remain living independently at home. This includes eating enough energy, protein and micronutrients to support muscle maintenance and a strong immune system. With an almost overwhelming amount of ready-to-eat meal options on the market, it is confusing to decide what is best to help you live and age well in your home. Calorie restricted meals can make it challenging to meet the ...protein and micronutrient needs of older Australians putting them at an increased risk of muscle losses making them susceptible to falls and fractures, Kate Freeman, Registered Nutritionist and Managing Director of The Healthy Eating Hub says. Meals on Wheels meals are prepared to National Meal Guidelines, tailored to support the nutritional needs and wellbeing of older Australians. Providing meals that are rich in energy, nutrients and protein is an essential tool in supporting immunity, she says. To get meals delivered to your door today, get in touch with your local service - https://www.mealsonwheelsvictoria.org.au/find-us/

02.01.2022 As humans, we thrive on connection. Whether a phone call from a friend, afternoon tea with the neighbour or a friendly ‘hello’ from a Meals on Wheels volunteer, conversation and connection is vital for our mental wellbeing. Unlike other meal delivery services, Meals on Wheels is delivered by friendly volunteers or staff who genuinely care about you and are always keen for a quick chat. This social and wellbeing check is an invaluable part of the Meals on Wheels service and plays a vital role in ensuring older Victorians live independently and well, in their homes. Luckily for you, you’ll find a Meals on Wheels service in almost every community in Victoria, so get in touch with us to become a Meals on Wheels customer today! https://www.mealsonwheelsvictoria.org.au/find-us/