Program serves more than 52,000 meals a year
BENNINGTON — Spring is often seen as a season of renewal and growth — and for Bennington County Meals on Wheels, it’s also a reminder of the importance of community care.
The nonprofit organization, which serves older adults and people living with disabilities, provided more than 52,000 meals last year to residents across Bennington County. The effort supports not only nutrition but also social connection and independence for some of the region’s most vulnerable neighbors.
“We are committed to ensuring that our neighbors receive the nutritious meals they need to maintain their health, vitality and independence,” stated Ilsa Svoboda, Executive Director.
Meals on Wheels operates two community cafés in Bennington and Arlington, serving between 20 to 100 people each day. The cafés offer a warm meal in a welcoming, social setting — often an important source of daily interaction for seniors.
For those unable to leave their homes, Meals on Wheels provides home-delivered meals. More than half of the organization’s home-delivered clients are veterans.
But the service is about more than food. For many, it’s a critical lifeline.
Take Margaret, for example — a Bennington County resident who lives alone without immediate family nearby. For her, the daily visit from a Meals on Wheels volunteer driver means not only a nourishing meal but also a safety check and a friendly face.
“Simple tasks like grocery shopping or cooking become overwhelming when you’re alone,” staff said. “There’s no one to check in, no one to help when something goes wrong. That’s why Meals on Wheels is more than just a meal — it’s a lifeline.”
Bennington County Meals on Wheels continues to serve the community thanks to volunteers, donors and local support.
For more information or to get involved, visit www.mowbennington.org or call 802-442-8012.
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