Recent statistics from Feeding America estimate that 5.5 million people age 60 and over experience hunger in the United States. That’s 1 out of every 14 seniors across the country. Every state is home to older adults who face hunger, and our tristate area is no exception. Many of [...]

He’s “Still Kicking” Wayne worked for 28 years in a chicken factory before he retired. In that time, he raised four daughters and has seen more than his share of hard times. Now, rather than sitting back and relaxing in retirement, he’s helping to raise his nine grandchildren, who [...]

“It’s a Great Mission” When Maureen retired as principal at a local Catholic school a few years ago, she wanted to find something meaningful that she could continue to give her time to each week. Because they did a lot of service work with food pantries through the school, [...]

“It Helps a Lot” Alice loves to cook. But when she started to lose her eyesight, it became difficult for her to get out for groceries — and even harder to live alone. Thankfully, she was able to move in with her son Richard last year. Richard volunteers at [...]

“I’m Very Thankful” Pamela is retired from a career in retail merchandising, and like many retirees, lives on Social Security benefits — something that has become much tougher to do lately. Originally from Kentucky, Pamela moved back to the area to be closer to her son and his family [...]