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Council on Aging of Central Oregon seeks Meals on Wheels drivers
The Council on Aging of
Central Oregon is calling on
local residents to help meet
a growing need for Meals on
Wheels drivers in the Sunriver
area.
The organization, which provides essential services for older
adults across Central Oregon,
is currently struggling to meet
demand for home-delivered
meals in this community.
For more than 50 years, the
Council on Aging has supported older adults and their
families in Crook, Deschutes,
Jefferson and North Klamath
counties through programs that
promote safety, wellness and
social connection.
Last year, the organization
delivered nearly 135,000 Meals
on Wheels.
In Sunriver, the program is a
vital lifeline for 20 older adults
who rely on regular meal deliveries and wellness check-ins.
Over the past year, volunteers have delivered more than
3,855 meals to these residents,
highlighting both the critical
need in the community and the
dedication of local volunteers.
In addition to Meals on
Wheels, the Council on Aging
offers a wide range of programs
and services to Sunriver residents, including:
• Community Dining: Nutritious lunches and social
connection opportunities at
dining sites throughout Central
Oregon including Bend and
La Pine.
• Caregiver Support: Information, resources, and respite
grants to help family caregivers
manage responsibilities and
find balance.
• Help Desk: Personalized
support to connect older adults
with programs and services that
meet their needs.
• Caring Connections:
Friendly phone calls and visits
that reduce isolation and build
community connections.
• Pet Pals: Pet food and
Meals on Wheels seeks volunteers to deliver meals to senior citizens in Sunriver and surrounding communities.
veterinary care assistance for
Meals on Wheels clients to help
keep their beloved companions
healthy and by their side.
• Medicare Counseling:
Guidance through Medicare
options and enrollment to ensure older adults get the coverage that best meets their needs.
• Health Promotions: Classes and workshops that promote
wellness, prevent falls, and help
older adults stay active and
independent.
Volunteers needed in
Sunriver and neighboring
communities
Right now, the Council on
Aging urgently needs additional volunteer drivers to continue
meeting the demand for Meals
on Wheels in Sunriver and
neighboring communities.
Volunteers use their own vehicles and typically deliver one
morning per week with routes
lasting about two hours.
Mileage reimbursement is
provided.
Anyone with a few hours to
spare and an interest in helping
their Sunriver neighbors is encouraged to get involved.
More information and a volunteer application are available
at www.councilonaging.org/
volunteer or by calling 541678-5483.
About the Council on Aging
of Central Oregon
Since 1975, the Council
on Aging of Central Oregon
(CoA) has served as the designated Area Agency on Aging
for Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties, offering adults
aged 60 and older and their
loved ones a range of support
services.
CoA advocates for, empowers
and guides older adults and
their loved ones to live with
independence and well-being.
To find out more about the
Council on Aging of Central
Oregon, visit www.councilonaging.org or call 541-6785483.
A little time can make a big
difference in someone’s life.
Please donate your cans & bottles!
Bin Location: East side of the Sunriver Marketplace
18160 Cottonwood Rd. Sunriver
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