From:
Clements, Linda
Sent: 3/9/2021 5:38:50 PM
To:
Whisnant, Leeanne <lwhisnant@alexandercountync.gov> French, Rick <rfrench@alexandercountync.gov>
Cc:
Jerrell, Keri <kjerrell@alexandercountync.gov>
Subject:

Adult Services - Meals on Wheels Program

Attachments:\Adult Services Sponsorship Flyer.pdf

This afternoon Alexander County Adult Services had a Zoom meeting with Catawba County Adult Services. We shared the challenges and successes we have both experienced. Catawba gave us the name of their caterer with whom they are very pleased with the meals provided. It was a very productive call and we intend to continue with practice with Catawba and other counties.

 

Catawba shared this flyer that they distribute every year to local churches, on radio, in news, and to local businesses and organizations.  Through this and some other smaller fundraisers they have eliminated their wait list (and provide 267 vs. Alexander County’s 28 home delivered meals with 15 on waitlist). What would we need to do to get the OK to have a similar fund raiser, during the holidays or any other time of year?  They also shared that they receive an annual donation from Subaru and do not rely solely on the WPCOG and county funding for their program. Should we see if there are any larger businesses interested in making this type of commitment?  What are my next steps to pursue these avenues?

 

Thank you for your support.

 

Linda Clements

Assistant Director

Alexander County Department of Social Services

604 7th St. SW

Taylorsville, NC 28681

O: 828-352-7667

F: 828-632-1359