SMH, BCofC partner for senior meal delivery program

Stephens Memorial Hospital and the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce are partnering together to aid in the meal delivery program for senior citizens.

Businesses, organizations, and citizens can adopt a route to delivery or can split the days driving with co-workers or friends.

“Earlier in the year, due to budget issues, the city had to close the senior center,” Chris Curtis, Director of Business Development said. “With the closure of that, SMH took on preparing meals for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and delivering those meals. That’s a lot to orchestrate, and we need all the help we can get. We’ve partnered with the Chamber to help get drivers and the word out.”

Between Meals on Wheels and the Senior Meals, homebound citizens receive hot meals five days per week. In addition to helping fund these programs, SMH is also looking for help delivering the meals. The routes generally take less than 30 minutes to deliver.

“When the Rotary Club took on a month of delivering meals, I was concerned with the amount of time it would take to complete the delivery,” Jenny Coffee of Coffee State Farm said. “That concern was quickly dismissed, as the first time I delivered meals, I left and was back at my desk in 30 minutes. It is such a rewarding activity. Everyone has 30 minutes to spare to help brighten someone else’s day. I encourage everyone to take a turn delivering meals.”

SMH’s dietary department prepares 300 plus meals per week to be delivered. The cost to feed a senior, three times a week for an entire year is $625.

SMH is looking for citizens who can adopt community’s seniors. If you have any questions regarding the program you can contact Chris Curtis or Sarah Shumate at 254-559-2241.