Adults and Seniors
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On March 26, 2008, 422 seniors were on a waiting list for Meals on Wheels.
100,000 residents do not have health insurance.
Source: "Duval Part of Crist's Pilot Program for Those Without Health Insurance." Florida Times-Union, March 14, 2008.
On March 26, 2008, 422 seniors were on a waiting list for Meals on Wheels.
Context: Older adults can maintain independence and avoid
entering a nursing home when they have assistance with specific daily
activities. Meals on Wheels bring meals to older adults' homes.
Source: Urban Jacksonville Inc.
Drive to keep going
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