Five senior individuals happily gathered around a table with fruit, coffee and pastries

TRIO’s Community Impact

TRIO Community Meals supports organizations and meal programs nationwide that ensure older adults and the disabled receive the nutrition they need to thrive.

12 Million older adults in the U.S. are at risk of hunger.*

Food insecurity, social isolation, the inability to prepare meals for themselves. These are some of the challenges facing many older adults throughout the United States. TRIO partners with agencies in their efforts to combat these issues by providing nutrient-dense meals to senior nutrition programs and congregate settings that serve this vulnerable population.

* https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/

”I don’t have anyone else at home with me. The meals you deliver and the time you spend with me bring me joy each week.” 

Joe from Texas

a senior man cooking eggs on portable burners in the middle of a gathering space

Our Community Impact by the Numbers

Meal programs in congregate settings and home-delivered meals are true lifelines for many older adults and others in your community. Whether due to age, infirmity, income or other factors, they are not getting enough nutritious food to eat on a regular basis. They may be unable to shop for nutritious food or cook a well-rounded meal for themselves. Perhaps a caregiver is unavailable to ensure the person they care for is eating well.

TRIO Community Meals is here to help your organization fill this pressing need in your community through nourishment with compassionate care.

125M

Meals produced and served annually by TRIO

50+

Years In Senior Nutrition

100%

Meal customization tailored to meet dietary preferences and cultural sensitivities for older adults.

10K

Americans turn 65 every day, increasing the demand for senior-focused meal programs.

94%

of seniors receiving home-delivered meals say that the services help them stay in their own homes.*

25%

of older adults experience social isolation. TRIO’s meal programs help combat this through community connections.

* https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/

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How TRIO Makes a Difference

Partnering with TRIO enhances your program’s ability to reach more people who will benefit from receiving nutritious meals. Whether delivering to their homes or serving them at senior centers or other congregate settings, TRIO provides your team with vital resources in multiple ways as a supportive partner in senior nutrition.

OAA-compliant menus

All our menus adhere to current Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which helps your program remain compliant with federal standards for senior nutrition. These guidelines help reduce senior malnutrition and promote the well-being of your community members.

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Flexible meal options and menus

Depending on how you run your program—and the needs of your community members—TRIO offers hot, chilled or frozen meals, or a hybrid of all three meal types. We also can provide shelf-stable meals to enhance your emergency planning. Our registered dietitians craft all menus and entrée choices to meet your program guidelines and our executive chef can create meals that reflect the regional or cultural preferences of your community.

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Extensive logistics capabilities

We want to make your operation as efficient as possible so your team can focus on other meaningful ways (outside of the kitchen or dining hall) to serve your community. Our meal services run the gamut from full kitchen management to procurement, meal production and packaging to routing and delivery.

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  • Our demand for meals is much higher than what we can serve. TRIO provides us with the highest quality meals at the lowest prices possible, allowing us to serve as many seniors as possible.

    Paul Downey Outgoing CEO, Serving Seniors

  • Socialization is very important for older adults. TRIO meals help attract folks to our senior centers where they can meet friends and develop a real sense of community.

    Paul Downey Outgoing CEO, Serving Seniors

  • We share a mission with TRIO, and because of that, our partnership feels like a true collaboration. They value the expertise we bring to the table, and together we maintain open lines of communication. TRIO listens, and we work as a team to implement the changes needed for success. That’s what makes a partnership like this thrive.

    Jill Keough and Kate Senn Executive Director and Nutrition Program Director, Greater Springfield Senior Services

  • Receiving federal funding means we need to explore additional programs to maximize our impact. We truly appreciate TRIO’s focus on the bottom line and their dedication to supporting our efforts. Thanks to their partnership, the number of meals we’re preparing, and the number of meals being consumed continue to grow.

    Jill Keough and Kate Senn Executive Director and Nutrition Program Director, Greater Springfield Senior Services

 

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Our Services

TRIO’s broad array of services supports your meal program and adds value to your organization to optimize menu development, meal production, and logistics.

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Our Programs

TRIO’s programs align with OAA nutrition education initiatives with online videos, live cooking classes, and opportunities for older adults to ask questions of our dietitians.