Meal programs for the elderly, together or at home
1984
Riggs, Sylvia
Elderly nutrition feeding programs are expected to expand because the over-62 age group will increase by 21% during the 1980's. Congregate and home-delivered meals for the elderly have doubled since 1976, reports a 1983 US Administration on Aging Study. The number of sites and providers have also increased. These programs strongly depend on volunteers. The meal programs are authorized by Congress under the Older American Act, which is up for renewal in 1984. However, meaningful budgetary growth is not forseen even though demand is increasing. Making dollars work more efficiently will be the goal. Contractors are asked to control costs, as state agencies make management improvements. An example of how one foodservice company has reduced costs by freezing meals for senior citizens living in rural areas is described, along with several other programs that are getting more for their money. (kbc)
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