The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t been easy for any of us. But for marginalized Nassau County senior citizens, it has been a particularly challenging time. Our local seniors have had to deal with increased isolation and decreased access to food. To confront this pervasive problem, EAC Network’s Meals on Wheels in Nassau County has been on the frontlines making daily deliveries of food and hope to home-bound seniors.
Since the onset of the pandemic, EAC Network, the largest provider of Meals On Wheels in Nassau County – delivering to 45 towns across the county, was thrust onto the frontlines to help address an increased demand for life sustaining food from COVID-19 impacted seniors. Our boots-on-the-ground effort has been a…
Meet Julia Lin: A young leader committed to fighting hunger and food insecurity for our elderly community members
EAC Network remains steadfastly committed to providing essential services and programs to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. With the support of our generous donors, like the Bank of America, we continue to provide Meals on Wheels and other vital services and programs to vulnerable senior citizens…
It was just a regular day recently for Ken White, one of our Meals on Wheels drivers. He stopped for a cup of coffee, picked up nutritious meals for delivery to homebound seniors, and, oh yeah, saved a life!
EAC Network is the largest Meals on Wheels provider in Nassau County, with a primary focus on the North Shore. We work to help at-risk senior citizens whose diminished mobility makes it difficult for them to food shop, prepare meals or socialize. Our diverse social services agency is dedicated to…
The weather is getting warmer, and it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy it. But for older friends and family, safety is still a concern. Make sure you’re having a great summer while also being aware of your health!
Feed yourself and a senior in need by ordering delivery with the promo code “FUND” from Panera!
On April 2, TLC’s Long Island Medium aired an episode entitled “Victoria’s Test” that featured EAC Network’s very own Meals on Wheels program, from meal preparation to delivery.
Twice a week, seniors who participate in the program receive their meals for the week. They no longer have to worry about rides to the grocery store. They won’t need to wonder whether they have the budget for groceries this week. And they no longer need to cook, worry about injuring themselves while cooking, or worry they won’t have the strength to cook.
Special Thanks
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EAC Network
Attention: Development
99 Quentin Roosevelt Blvd.
Suite 200
Garden City, NY 11530
Thank you again for your generous support!