Gifts of Warmth & Wellness: Empowered to Do More

Being active and exploring nature. These are the things Jerry has always been passionate about. At almost 90 years of age, Jerry is still regularly participating in hiking and outdoor events. And to maintain this active lifestyle, Jerry has to always be conscious about what he is eating. However, when the pandemic started and the lockdowns were enforced, it became increasingly difficult for Jerry to shop for even the essential grocery items to maintain a healthy diet.

Through Calgary Meals on Wheels, Jerry was able to access a larger variety of food and more nutritious meals without the stress of going to a grocery store.

“By using Calgary Meals on Wheels, [most people] would be getting a better variety and better quality of food instead of eating something just to get by.”

From Jerry’s perspective, Calgary Meals on Wheels is a service anyone who does not have the time or energy to properly cook for themselves can benefit from. Calgary Meals on Wheels introduced him to foods that he normally wouldn’t have the time to make himself and inspired him to become more creative in his own cooking as well.

 As a result, Jerry is now eating healthier than just cooking for himself, providing him with the proper nutrition while pursuing his passion for hiking and cycling.

Give today, and help us support people like Jerry. We all experience periods of struggle in our lives, but let’s make sure no one has to do it on an empty stomach.