We Delivered Our 7 Millionth Meal
And the Work Is Far From Done.
Senior Citizens Inc. has officially delivered its 7 millionth meal to homebound older adults in coastal Georgia.
This milestone represents 65 years of neighbors helping neighbors—a journey that began in 1959 with the delivery of just 13 sack lunches to older adults who needed support. What started as a small act of kindness has grown into a lifeline for thousands of older adults who rely on Meals on Wheels for nourishment, safety, and human connection.
Every one of those 7 million meals carried meaning.
Not just food—but a wellness check, a friendly visit, and the reassurance that someone cares..
More Than a Number
We did not single out one person as “the” recipient of the 7 millionth meal—because every meal matters, and every client matters.
For many of the older adults we serve, a Meals on Wheels delivery may be the only personal interaction they have that day. It is often the moment someone notices if something feels off, if help is needed, or if a kind word can make all the difference.
Seven million meals means:
Seven million knocks on the door
Seven million wellness checks
Seven million reminders that no one is forgotten
Why This Milestone Matters
Each meal we deliver does more than nourish the body — it feeds the soul.
Our Meals on Wheels program combats hunger and isolation, two of the biggest challenges older adults face. Every delivery includes a friendly visit and a wellness check, ensuring that clients receive both the nutrition and human connection they need to age safely and successfully at home.
And did you know, Meals on Wheels is one of the most effective ways to help older adults remain safely in their homes.
In fact, the cost to provide Meals on Wheels for an entire year is roughly equal to the cost of a single day in the hospital. Nutrition, prevention, and human connection are not only compassionate—they are smart.
But the need continues to grow. Across Coastal Georgia, there are more older adults on waiting lists who could benefit from a daily meal and visit. We’re committed to ending the wait — and we need your help to do it.
How You Can Make an Impact Today
You can play a vital role in helping us deliver the next 7 million meals — and every single one makes a difference.
When you give to Meals on Wheels through Senior Citizens, Inc., you’re doing more than feeding an older adult. You’re delivering comfort, connection, and care straight to their door — along with the reassurance that someone is looking out for them.
Your generosity keeps our Meals on Wheels program strong and helps us reach even more seniors waiting for that knock on the door.
Your gift today helps end the wait for those who need us most.
Together, we can continue helping people across Coastal Georgia age successfully — one meal, one visit, and one act of kindness at a time.