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Nutritional Supplements

Supporting Health. Strengthening Wellness. Enhancing Quality of Life.

At Meals For The Elderly, we understand that every senior we serve has unique nutritional needs. Many older adults struggle to maintain a healthy diet due to illness, decreased appetite, difficulty chewing or swallowing, or other medical conditions. For some recipients, regular meals alone are not enough to meet essential daily caloric and nutrient requirements.

That’s why Meals For The Elderly offers Nutritional Supplements—provided exclusively to current recipients and approved on a case-by-case basis to ensure they receive the right support for their personal health needs.

What Are Nutritional Supplements?

Nutritional supplements are specially formulated drinks to:

  • Boost calorie intake

  • Provide additional protein

  • Support healthy weight maintenance

  • Improve overall energy levels

  • Assist seniors recovering from illness or surgery

These supplements are not snacks—they are medically beneficial nutritional tools that help seniors stay strong, independent, and healthy.

Who Is Eligible?

Nutritional Supplement are not automatically available to all clients. Supplements are provided only when:

  • A senior is already an approved Meals For The Elderly recipient

  • Having problems affording nutritional supplements

  • Additional nutrition is necessary to support health, recovery, or quality of life

Each request is carefully reviewed to ensure supplements are appropriate, safe, and beneficial.

How the Program Works

Once approved, recipients may receive:

  • Meal supplements (such as Boost®, Glucerna®, or similar products)

  • Quantities based on donations

  • Deliveries made once a month

Our Recipient Services team monitors ongoing need and adjusts support as needed.

Why Nutritional Supplements Matter

Proper nutrition is essential for:

  • Maintaining healthy body weight

  • Recovering from illness or injury

  • Supporting immune function

  • Preventing malnutrition

  • Reducing hospitalizations

  • Improving strength and mobility

For some seniors, supplements can make the difference between thriving at home and facing serious health complications.

How to Request Nutritional Supplements

Current Recipients

If you believe you or your loved one may need additional nutritional support:

Call 325-655-9200
or speak with our Recipient Services team to begin a review.

 

You Can Support This Program

Because supplements are more costly than standard meals, this program relies heavily on community generosity. You can help a senior stay healthy by:

  • Making a financial donation

  • Sponsoring a month of supplements

  • Partnering as a business or healthcare supporter

Donate Today to help ensure every senior has access to the nutrition they need.