Research paper: Meal Programs Improve Nutritional Risk of seniors
This study looked at the association of meal programs (eg, Meals On Wheels and other meal programs with a social component) and shopping help on seniors’ nutritional risk. The conclusions of the research are that meal programs can improve or maintain nutritional risk for vulnerable seniors, although increased use of these programs over time may indicate a senior’s declining status. Seniors who are in need of informal or formal supports for food shopping or preparation should be encouraged to participate in meal programs as a means of maintaining or improving their nutrition.
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Jun 02, 2020
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Subject Area
- Food & Nutritional Support
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Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Health Authorities
- Funders
- Academics
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