Organizations
that
Help Senior Citizens
2022

last updated January 1, 2022
6:38 pm

“Where Can I Find
Organizations
that Help Senior Citizens?”

Organizations that help senior citizens specifically are located all over the country. And, they cover all kinds of help from affordable housing, to rides (transportation), to delivered nourishing hot meals (on a sliding scale from low cost to free), to senior discounts almost everywhere…..

The problem is: A lot of us seniors just don’t know where to go to find the the help and assistance we are looking for.

So, here at weloveourgranny.com, we decided to create this small easy to use directory of Organizations that Help Senior Citizens that links directly to each organization. This way you can easily and immediately access all of these organizations.


Here is our list of
Organizations that Help Senior Citizens with:


1)  Housing

2)  Aging In Place (staying in your own home)

3)  Rides and Transportation

4)  Getting Hot Nourishing Meals

5)  Senior Care Issues

6)  Learning to Use a Computer

7)  Finding a Companion Pet

8)  Military Service

9)  A Business (starting one, or, mentoring the one you have)

10)  Almost Everything Else


Finally, The Sweetest One:

11)  Making Dreams Come True (yes, making dreams come true for senior who think they have no chance any more)

Are There Many
Organizations that Help Senior Citizens?

Yes!

There are a lot of seniors in the world today. And, we all want to enjoy our remaining years as much as possible.

Did you know that 15.2% of the US population, 1 in 7 Americans just like you and me, are senior citizens over the age of 65?

15% doesn’t sound like too much until we  translate it into 49 million two hundred thousand people. In the USA alone! Wow!

And, generation to generation we are living longer. So, that number is increasing.

“Average U.S. life expectancy increased from 68 years in 1950 to 78.6 years in 2017,  in large part due to the reduction in mortality at older ages.”

That’s pretty fantastic! Right? I like it!

And, more of us are continuing to work longer.

As of 2018 “24 percent of men and about 16 percent of women ages 65 and older were in the labor force.”

BUT, the older we get, the more things we have that need a bit of attention. Do you agree?

Just like an older automobile, we senior citizens need a bit more attention than the newer models. That’s natural.

So, where can we find the Organizations that Help Senior Citizens?

Where Do We Go
to get
What We Need?

When our Dad suddenly and unexpectedly passed, and we needed to get our Mom set up, we had no idea where to go or who to turn to. There was also no internet at the time, which made things even more difficult.

Our aim is to make weloveourgranny.com THE resource for senior citizens. So, we created this directory of organizations that help you easily find the “senior things” you are looking for.

Now, here’s our list of Wonderful Organizations that Help Senior Citizens. Most are free.

The 21 Best

Organizations that Help
Senior Citizens

The American Association of Retired People, AARP, of course, is the number 1 organization that helps senior citizens. AARP is the go to place to start when you are looking for anything as a senior citizen.

If you don’t know who they are already, we can not recommend joining this organization enough.

AARP is the largest of the organizations that help senior citizens. And, it is the most well known. The qualifying age starts rather young, 50. AARP is THE organization for seniors of all ages to find senior benefits and assistance.
 
AARP offers hundreds of books, journals, magazines, research reports and videos serving all members of the senior population. AARP also has insurance programs and discounts almost everywhere when you are a member. And, the membership is only $16 for a full year.

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens with

Housing:

Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA)

The Assisted Living Federation of America, now called “Argentum”is “the largest national association dedicated to professionally managed, resident-centered senior living communities and the seniors and families they serve. Since 1990, Argentum has advocated for choice, accessibility, independence, dignity and quality of life for all seniors.”



Argentum represents more than 5,000 for-profit and not-for-profit providers of assisted living.

The Administration for Community Living

“The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.”


This is the federal agency. It is dedicated to development and planning and delivery of services for the elderly and their caregivers.

The ACL works through the National Aging Network of State and Area Agencies on Aging, Tribal and Native organizations, and thousands of service providers, adult care centers, caregivers and volunteers.

Elderly Housing Development and Operations Corporation EHDOC.org

“EHDOC is a not for profit 501©3 organization that was formerly known as the National Council of Senior Citizens Housing Management Corporation. It was founded in 1978 by the National Council of Senior Citizen

EHDOC develops and manages safe, secure, and affordable housing for senior citizens across the United States.

EHDOC advocates for the highest quality of life for the seniors of today and tomorrow.

EHDOC currently sponsors and manages 56 affordable senior housing communities and has one project under development, comprising nearly 5000 apartments in 15 states as well as Washington DC and Puerto Rico.”

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

“Age In Place.” (that means: Remain in their homes.)

This is something most Seniors want to do. Don’t you? I certainly do.

“Roughly 90% of American seniors wish to live at home as long as possible. Seniors vastly prefer aging in place to facility care.”

Here are Organizations that Help Senior Citizens do just that:

National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC)

“The mission of the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC) is to make Aging in Place a universally known and widely utilized lifestyle option for older American adults via education, collaboration, advocacy and accessibility to services.

The National Aging in Place Council® is a senior support network. We work together to solve your problems. NAIPC® was founded on the belief that an overwhelming majority of older Americans want to remain in their homes for as long as possible, but lack awareness of home and community-based services that make independent living possible.

Most Americans do not make a plan to age in place, although they should start thinking about one before they plan to retire. Creating a plan can prevent unexpected events from turning into crises that compromise one's ability to live independently.

Just as many of us made a plan to go to college, we should have a plan to age. In planning for college, we knew what school we would attend, approximately what we would spend on books and tuition, where we would live and what we would do for transportation. A plan to age needs to be just as detailed and just as common.

If that is your goal, we urge you to take advantage of our senior support network. Our members are experts. We are dedicated to helping meet the needs of our aging population, and assist seniors so that they can remain independent in the housing of their choice.”

Shepherd's Centers of America

Shepherd’s Centers of America (SCA) was built on the idea of community, and that no one should be excluded from it, regardless of age or health.

Up to 90% of older adults say they prefer to remain living in their home. With a little help, it is very possible for older adults to continue living in their homes and community.

Help is available in many forms: assistance around the house to change light bulbs or alarm batteries; help to unclog a drain or install a handrail in the bathroom; shopping for groceries or delivering meals; help with yard work or minor home repairs; or simply a friendly call or visitor to check-in that things are okay.

Established in 1971, SCA has been providing opportunities to some 160,000 seniors (and their caregivers) every year to live their lives fully so that they, and everyone around them, benefits.

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

With Rides and Transportation

Independent Transportation Network (rides)

“ITNAmerica promotes lifelong mobility for seniors. No one should be trapped because they stop driving. ITNAmerica is dedicated to senior mobility. We ensure outliving the ability to drive safely doesn’t lead to a life of isolation. Because life is about going places, at any age.”

National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC)

National Aging and Disability Transportation Center says: “Our goal is to promote the availability and accessibility of transportation options for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers.”

Eldercare

Eldercare wants to help you get where you want to go:
“Before you give up the keys, create a roadmap for independence.”

“You may have never, or rarely, taken public transit or other local transportation services, so it’s no wonder you may be intimidated by the prospect of riding a bus or subway. Travel training programs, aimed at teaching older adults and people with disabilities how to take public transportation independently, are becoming increasingly available.”

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

Get Hot Nourishing Meals

Meals on Wheels America

No list of Organizations that help Senior Citizens would be complete without Meals on Wheels America.

Meals on Wheels America  is one of the most famous charities that helps senior citizens continue to live in their own home, eat good food, and eat economically. This is good not just for their well being and pocketbook, but, also for their self esteem.

MWA’s motto states their service is “More than just a meal.”

We could not agree more. The social interaction that come with the meal is just as meaningful.

Senior often spend too much time alone and feel isolated. The social interaction with Meals on Wheels can really brighten someone’s day. And, make sure they are eating good food.

There are over 5,000 independently run local chapters across the United States.

Something most people don’t realize is that at least 1 in 5 seniors have trouble obtaining or preparing their food.

At Meals on Wheels America  the food is catered to each senior’s dietary requirements and delivered on the days he or she chooses.

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens with

Senior Care Issues

CARIE carie.org

“CARIE, or the Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly, is a coalition of groups and individuals that both get directly involved when called on by individual seniors that need help navigating senior care issues.” While primarily based on Pennsylvania, the organization does work that goes beyond its local efforts.

National Center on Elder Abuse

“The NCEA provides the latest information regarding research, training, best practices, news and resources on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation to professionals and the public.

Research shows that as many as two million elders are abused in the United States. The Administration on Aging recognizes that as a government, as a society and as individuals, we must increase our efforts to ensure that all older adults age with dignity and honor.”




Also on this topic: A very informative article from Great Senior Living:

“Types, Warning Signs, and How to Report It”

This article will teach you what constitutes abuse and neglect, who and what to pay attention to, how to report it, and how to potentially prevent it from happening.

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

Learn to Use the Computer Comfortably.
(Even if you have never used one before.)

Oasis

"Founded in 1982, Oasis is a non-profit educational organization that is active in over 250 communities and reaches more than 50,000 individuals each year.

Our mission:  To promote healthy aging through lifelong learning, active lifestyles and volunteer engagement.

Senior Net

“SeniorNet is the nation's premier and most respected nonprofit organization specializing in computer and Internet education for adults over 55 and those in need. Since 1986, SeniorNet has empowered more than one million Boomers and Seniors by providing encouragement, lifelong learning opportunities and new worlds to explore via the Internet."

Not only does this sort of knowledge allow one to continue learning by taking online classes or researching topics of interest, but it also facilitates communication, socialization, and creativity.

“Senior Net has 60 Learning Centers, 3,000 dedicated Volunteers across the United States including underserved areas and Indian Reservations.

In the 150+ classes offered, instructors cover everything from computer basics to digital photography, as well as how to avoid scams, protect your computer and more. Membership is a nonrefundable $43 a year, which grants access to any Learning Resource Center in the country plus access to exclusive portions of the website.”

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

Find Companionship with a Pet

Pets for the Elderly

Companionship is something every person craves and requires. This is what Pets for the Elderly PFE strives to provide. Research shows the most serious problem for older persons is loneliness.

Pets offer affection, unconditional love, fight loneliness, and can help ease the loss of a loved one. As scientific studies have proven, the company of animals improves the happiness of a person.

The Pets for the Elderly Foundation helps pay the fees to participating animal shelters throughout the United States for senior citizens (age 60 and over) who adopt a companion dog or cat from a participating shelter – including pre-adoption veterinary exams and spay/neuter, if part of the adoption fee.

With a suitable pet you can make a dramatic difference in the life of a senior.

Currently, 54 shelters in 34 states are participating in the program

The bringing together seniors and shelter animals is a match made in heaven. The value of such genuinely warm and appreciate company is beyond price.

 To find a shelter near you, visit their website. (link is above)

Organization that Help Senior Citizens

From the Military

Honor Flight Network

"Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created solely to honor America’s veterans for all their sacrifices. We transport our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials. Top priority is given to the senior veterans – World War II survivors, along with those other veterans who may be terminally ill.”

Earl Morse and Jeff Miller, who co-founded the Honor Flight Network, were inspired by their respect for veterans to provide vets the opportunity for closure, if possible. The HFN also aims to give veterans the chance to share a special experience with other men and women who have served their country in one or another branch of the military.

Since 2005, the network has flown thousands of veterans to Washington, DC – free of charge – to view the memorial commemorating their war. Heroes Welcome, a subgroup of the HFN, orchestrates a suitable and rousing welcome for these heroes as they get off the plane in DC, and possibly when they exit the plane on the return trip. There are volunteer guardians who escort the veterans around town.

There are only four states, at present, that are not in the network: Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and Wyoming.

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

Start Your Own Business
or,
Run Your Existing Business

Free Mentoring for Senior Citizens!

The Service Corps of Retired Executives


The Service Corps of Retired Executives is a 13,000-member volunteer association sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration. SCORE is made up of retired executives and small business owners who provide counseling to small business owners free of charge.

If you’re a senior and are starting a small business the Service Corps of Retired Executives is a great place to find and experienced mentor who will help you for free.

“SCORE provides confidential business advice through our network of 10,000 volunteer business experts.

Since SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), our mentoring services are free, regardless of the number of times you visit a mentor.

You can meet with one or several mentors via email, video chat or face-to-face in your local chapter.

Our mentors are experienced in all aspects and stages of business development, whether you’re thinking of starting a business or growing your existing company.”

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

with almost everything else:

We didn’t know how to classify this group of Organizations that Help Senior Citizens exactly because each one of these organizations, just like AAPR, offer so many different things to us senior citizens.

This group of organizations cover a lot of ground.

So, browse through them. Take your time. Click on their links and see what they have to offer. You may just find the little thing you were looking for and couldn’t find anywhere else. And, you may be surprised at how much help they can be.

Great Senior Living

Great Senior Living is one of my personal favorites. They have a wonderful resource page providing links and information to many different resources that are available to help older adults meet their needs and improve their quality of life.

Eldercare

Eldercare is another of the wonderful multipurpose organizations that help senior citizens.

"The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Since 1991, the Eldercare Locator has been linking those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers. Whether help is needed with services such as meals, home care or transportation, or a caregiver needs training and education or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities, the Eldercare Locator is there to point that person in the right direction."

Eldercare iss a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families. You can also reach them at 1-800-677-1116.

American Society on Aging (ASA)

“Founded in 1954, the American Society on Aging is an association of diverse individuals bound by a common goal: to support the commitment and enhance the knowledge and skills of those who seek to improve the quality of life of older adults and their families. The membership of ASA is multidisciplinary and inclusive of professionals who are concerned with the physical, emotional, social, economic and spiritual aspects of aging.


The American Society on Aging offers a wide variety of programs for continuing education and specialized training in aging. ASA publications include their quarterly journal, 'Generations', a bimonthly newspaper, 'Aging Today', an electronic member newsletter, 'ASA Connection' and eight quarterly newsletters by ASA’s specialized constituent groups."

This group is not free. Membership is a little pricey at $121 per years for retired seniors.

National Council on the Aging (NCOA)

Here’s what the National Council on Aging has to say about themselves:

“We’re a respected national leader and trusted partner to help people aged 60+ meet the challenges of aging. We partner with nonprofit organizations, government, and business to provide innovative community programs and services, online help, and advocacy.

Our Vision:  A just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security.

Our Mission:  Improve the lives of millions of older adults, especially those who are struggling.”

Senior Corps

Senior Corps is “…led by the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency for service, volunteering, and civic engagement. Each year, Senior Corps engages more than 200,000 older adults in volunteer service through its Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion, and RSVP programs, enriching the lives of the volunteers and benefiting their communities.

Senior Corps volunteers commit their time to address critical community needs including academic tutoring and mentoring, elderly care, disaster relief support, and more.”

And, we saved what we think is the Most Beautiful, for last:

Organizations that Help Senior Citizens

Make Dreams Come True

This is one of our favorite Organizations that Help Senior Citizens. Why? Because no matter how old we get, we all still have dreams.


Second Wind Dreams makes dreams come true for seniors
who think they have no chance any more.



How great is that? This is such a fantastic organization.

“Since 1997, Second Wind Dreams has become involved in more than 1000 eldercare communities in 20 countries. Weaving thousands of dreams from the simple to the sublime, the mission of Second Wind Dreams is simple -- to change the perception of aging through the fulfillment of dreams and the offering of innovative educational opportunities to caregivers and communities.”

There are more and more elder care facilities participating in Second Wind Dreams. They encourage senior citizens to talk about what they still want to experience. It could be something as simple as acquiring a pet, visiting some special place, being reunited with a lost friend or a family member, or any other wish a senior citizen may still have and is holding on to.

No one is ever too old to have a dream. And, Second Wind Dreams believes these dreams should be fulfilled.

Second Wind Dreams began in 1997. Since then, more than 10,000 senior dreams have been made a reality. Dreams for senior citizens living in nursing homes, care communities, and assisted living centers.

Truly one of the sweetest organizations that help senior citizens.

Did We Leave Anything Out?

If there are any Organizations that Help Seniors Citizens that you know of that deserve to be posted here, that we have not yet mentioned, please let us know so that we may share them here with our readers.

For a Happy and More Independent Tomorrow   ~ William and the crew

Here are Some
Letters from Our Readers

Ruth D. - Summit, NJ
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Dear William, Charlotte, and Fiona,

My name is Ruth. I am a 73 year old former school teacher. I taught for 37 years in our local public schools. As I teacher with a masters degree I receive a nice yearly pension. But, I was feeling so lonely and isolated after I retired at age 70.

I found your website recently while looking for something to do. Interesting things for seniors to do is not exactly an internet priority.

On your website there was stuff to do. I started just to play a few games. At first, just solitaire. Boring. Then I thought it would be fun to learn something new. Mahjong. I always wanted to learn this game. It always seemed interesting. So, I learned from some free on line videos. And, guess what?

Well…  I now have 11 friends scattered around the world that I play with regularly. 6 in China, 2 in the USA, 1 in Malaysia, 1 in Germany, and 1 in Japan.

I have become good “friends” with 3 of these ladies and, although we have never met in person, they feel like old friends. We Skype, laugh, and have a ball in general.

There are so many very serious websites for seniors. But, almost none make me smile the way yours does. It is just my favorite.

Thanks for helping me get back into life.

Warmest Regards, Ruth

Jayson H. - Fresno, CA
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I have found that just looking forward to a simple Bingo game lifts my spirits for the whole day.

Jason, H

Michelle M. -  Madison, Wisconsin
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Can you help me find a source for discount art supplies?

I am a retired waitress. I always wanted to paint. Now that I have the time, I don’t have a lot of extra money. Is there someplace you recommend?

Michelle, M

William ~

Hi Michelle! Thanks for the email. There are quite a few great places to buy discounted art supplies directly on line. One that we like is Jerry’s Artarama. They sell a lot of close out items at fantastic buys.

Best of Luck!  ~ William

Adrian, W.  - Orlando, Fl.
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Thank you for this list of Organizations that Help Senior Citizens.

Meals on wheels is exactly the one I was looking for. I’m 83 and have had a lot of trouble holding things steady for the past year or so. And, I knew this organization existed. I just didn’t know they would serve me because I am generally in good shape.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you dear people.

Keep up the good work.

God Bless,  Adrian W

Helen, D. - Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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Dear William,

What a gift your pages have been to me. I think I must have read them all. I don’t get out much because mobility is an issue for me. I turned 81 in May.

The best part is, because of you, I have learned to use a computer. And, do you know what else? I now have friends I talk to and write to every day. My daughter works a full time job and has 3 children of her own. So, I am grateful for the hours she tries so hard to spend with me each week. But, days can be a bit long since Ned, my husband, passed. Now, because of you, I have new friends. AND, yes AND I now have my first pet. A small cat named Sonny. I found him through the “Pets for the Elderly” website you have in your Organizations that HelpSenior Citizens. He’s the joy of my day now! Such a sweet little man. God Bless You William.

Helen

Iris H.  - New York
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Dear William,

Can you help me find a decent housing situation? A decent place to live? Everything I see where I am is at least $1,000. I can not afford that. My current roommate is moving to a senior community because she can’t remember things well anymore and gets lost when she goes outside. I am needing to move next month.

Iris

William ~

Hi Iris. I’m sorry to hear about your situation. There is a place on our Organizations That Help Senior Citizens list called EHDOC.org. It helps seniors find affordable clean housing. They currently manage 56 affordable senior housing communities that have over 5,000 apartments.

Best of Luck, ~ William

Bert,  G. - Salt Lake City, Utah
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Hi William, Charlotte and Fiona,

My name is Bert. I’m 91 years old. Still getting around OK. But, nowhere to go.

I think your website is great. I have found so many things to do instead of sitting by the tele all day.

And, would you believe, I met a nice lady on line because of your website? True. Playing Mahjong. Today is our 2 month anniversary of meeting. Still have yet to meet in person. But, I think we will. He name is Gracie. You and your crew are good people.

Thanks for all the new experiences, Bert

Elda, R. - Zanesville, Ohio
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William, you and your sister and wife (?) are awesome.

I retired last year and at first it was easy. Then it just got lonelier and lonelier.

You’re website helped me reconnect with the world. I actually learned how to type because of you. For free. And, learned how to use a computer.

So, now I am making new friends all over the country. And, I have taken up Bridge. Not only on line. In real life. Retirement is fun now thanks to all of you.

Your Friend, Elda

Diana M. - Fairfield, Iowa
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Dear William,

  I’m 93 and decided it was time to exercise. Ha Ha Ha. 93. Am I funny?

  Well, you got me started, and, I couldn’t be more amazed by how different I feel. Everything is easier to do. Maybe I’ll live to 100. I’ll let you know!

Bless You Young Man!,  ~ Diana

Nadia C. - Norman, OK
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Dear William and company,

  I just had to write to you and thank you for your direction. With the one of the housing for senior citizens organizations you showed us I was able to find a charming little apartment that was half the cost of what I had been paying! I have been here two weeks and I just had to tell you how happy I am and how much you and your company have made my life so much better. I now will have extra money each month to enjoy so many more things. Thank you, thank you. May your lives be blessed.

Nadia C

Saul and Ida G. - Brooklyn, NY
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Dear William,

  How can we thank you?

  I retired about 16 months ago. With a nice pension. And then I had nothing to do. I am a heathy man, as is my wife a woman. Our dream, after so many years, has been to travel each year and to see Israel. It’s a good pension, but with the price of things we didn’t quite know how we were going to do this. My pension covers basics. But, traveling? How?

  So, I started a small business. Part time. And, I must admit, it was a bit more than I had bargained for. And, not so easy. Then I was curious. Did I need a mortgage? At my age? Or would an apartment be fine? I started searching on the internet and found your website. Very interesting. First thing, Ida and I started looking for cheaper housing on your Organizations the Help Seniors web page. What a revelation! Why not rent? Do we really need to own the condo? Do you know, we are looking at two, not just one but two places now that will save us $500 a month on the mortgage? Because of you and your website. Do you know what that means? We can travel. Every year on that savings.

  On top of that you showed me how to find a mentor for my business. A mentor! For free. No cost at all. Smart man too. He has shown me in one day how to get running at one fourth the cost. Ida and I are beyond words. These will be our golden years. Thanks to you.

  So let me ask again, how can I thank you? Let me know. Please. You are our angel.

Saul and Ida G

Norman H. - Little Rock, Arkansas
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Because of you and your website, we are still able to live in our home of 53 years. I am in tears. Thank you so so so much from the bottom of our hearts. It was not so hard to do with a little help. I sincerely hope others will find this information when they need it.

Norman and Suzy H

Marietta K. - Billings, Montana
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William, Charlotte, and Fiona,

  Guess what?

  I now dance again. Everyday. I didn’t know this was something I would ever do again. So what? Well, big what. I am 87 years old. Confined to  a wheelchair mostly for the last 8 or 9 years because of arthritis. Walking is quite painful. And, slow. But your writing on dancing got me going. Yes, I sit. But my arms move. My head moves. My shoulder too. And so do my eyes. And you know what? My great grand daughter Nora dances with me. She holds my hands and we dance together. Her new music is quite different. She can really jump around. She’s a firecracker. And we laugh and sometimes tears roll out of my eyes.

God Bless You All,  Marietta K

Andy W.  -  Gainesville, Fl
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Hi William,

  Thank you for helping me find a ride to my poker games. I had to stop driving last year because they wouldn’t renew my drivers license. They said I just couldn’t see well enough. And they were probably right. But I really missed seeing my gang sometimes because no one could come get me. Well, mostly they could but I felt bad always asking. Most of them don’t drive so good either. You take this stuff for granted until it stops. But anyway, I found a driving service for seniors nearby. Not like taking an expensive taxi that I really can’t afford. So I’m back with my gang. Thanks to you. Have a pleasant day.


Andy W.

Alice C. - Los Angeles, CA
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William,

Meals on wheels was just what Mom needed. She pretends she cooks for herself. But all that means is she opens a cup of yogurt or a chocolate bar. I work full time and try to get over there as much as I can. But, between working and taking care of the girls I never get there much before 7 by which time Mom is often sleeping in her chair waiting for me. When I wake her she rarely wants food. Meals on wheels gets there by 4:30. They bring her something warm with a meal and a dessert. She eats most of it and when I come by late she is happy and alert. Thank you so much for connecting us with them.

Sincerely, Alice C.