Its More Than A Simple Meal, Together We Deliver A Difference
It’s hard to imagine that so many seniors in Fayette County are not only going hungry and struggling with food insecurity simply because they have difficulty preparing a meal, but also do not have the opportunity to enjoy a holiday meal that many of us take for granted. Throughout the year, the team at Fayette Senior Services (FSS), with endless support from our community, work together to combat senior hunger on a daily basis. The Fayette County Meals On Wheels (MOW) program, organized by Fayette Senior Services, are delivered by a dedicated group of volunteers who provide not only a meal but a well-check visit to clients participating in this program. These visits help to enable home bound seniors to continue to live independently in the comfort of their own home as they age. Many of their clients often share the impact it has on their lives and their gratitude for the service! “I look forward to receiving Meals On Wheels every day, not only for the meals, but also for the companionship it provides for me! It is more than just a meal, it makes those getting them feel loved and like we mean something to the community. I am provided the opportunity to have a tasty and healthy meal and the drivers who deliver the meals have become some of my closest friends. Without it, I would have little contact with others. Meals On Wheels is my whole day!” expressed one of FSS’ MOW recipients. It’s not always obvious the impact something that may seem so little to us has on others, but when you stop to really take a look, a light shines through. A simple smile or thank you means so much more coming from those that are isolated or can’t get out to perform tasks we take for granted every day. MOW Volunteer Debbie Collette glows when she shares her reason for giving back to this program. “We are not just delivering people their meals, we are delivering them joy and love. People need to know that they still matter. When we go to their homes, their faces light up because they know that they are not forgotten. It is important for people to always feel like they matter, especially for our homebound seniors. We do this for them and feel grateful that we are still able to spread love,” she expressed.
Each year, Fayette Senior Services (FSS), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, takes initiative through their annual Project Love Meals On Wheels Campaign to raise awareness and funds to help combat hunger and isolation and provide connections for seniors in need. Project Love seeks to enhance and expand the connections of seniors to our community by providing a daily meal delivery and check-in visit while enhancing those connections through holiday and weekend meals. Without help from volunteers and donations, none of this would be possible.
Fayette Senior Services organizes over 150 volunteers who help make this program possible, with no wait list in sight. This annual fundraiser is critical in providing holiday and weekend meals throughout the year to homebound seniors in our community that are not covered by the general funding FSS receives annually for the MOW program. For as little as $5, one meal can be provided to feed a senior in need. There is no limit to the number of meals that can be purchased and general donations are welcomed. For every five dollars they fall short of their $50,000 (10,000 meals) goal, one less holiday and weekend meal will be delivered to a senior in need. FSS is challenging the citizens and businesses of our community to make a difference this holiday season by donating to this great cause and playing a part in spreading joy throughout the year. You may not be able to take time out of busy schedules to volunteer to deliver, but for as little as $5, you can have a major impact. Help make a difference in the lives of seniors by providing the gift of meals and connections this holiday season. Donation forms and additional information can be found at www.fayss.org and at a Fayette Senior Services’ location, 4 Center Drive in Fayetteville or 203 McIntosh Trail in Peachtree City.
Make a donation online at www.gofundme.com/f/2025-project-love-meals-on-wheels-campaign or checks can be mailed, payable to Fayette Senior Services (memo: Project Love) to 4 Center Drive Fayetteville, GA 30214. All donations are tax deductible. With support from both residents and the business community, hundreds of seniors will experience the love our community has to offer as well as the comfort and joy of having a nutritious meal throughout the holidays.
For over four decades, Fayette Senior Services has been making a meaningful difference in the emotional, social, and physical well-being of older adults.
Contact Stevie Coachman, Meals On Wheels Coordinator, at 770-461-0813 or scoachman@fayss.org to learn more about Meals On Wheels or if you have an interest in becoming a volunteer.
For information on Fayette Senior Services, visit www.fayss.org
or call 770-461-0813.
Fayette Senior Services is a proud member of Meals On Wheels America.