According to the USDA, In 2008 1.7 million households with seniors were food insecure in the U.S.
In 2002 the USDA recorded that elderly households are much less likely to receive help through the SNAP program than non-elderly households. Source: Feeding America
To help seniors obtain meals in the greater Houston area, Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston provide programs such as Meals on Wheels, Dining In, and Food for Seniors.
Meals on Wheels and Food for Seniors are free of charge for elders who meet the elegibility requirement.
These programs are available to homebound seniors 60 years old and older.
For seniors who do not qualify for Meals on Wheels and Food for Seniors, Dining In is another program target for seniors who for a minimum fee can have a meal delivered to their homes.
These programs help over 5,000 seniors in the greater Houston area.
