We understand that it can be difficult for seniors to maintain a well-balanced nutritional plan for a number of reasons; difficulty getting to the grocery store, challenges with cooking, and now the poor economy makes financial considerations all the more relevant.

Instead of spending money on expensive yet often convenient junk foods, they should choose fresh fruits and vegetables; or for a more economical option, can opt to select the canned or frozen variety which contains the same number of essential vitamins or nutrients. Frozen lean meats purchased in bulk packages can also offer a less expensive alternative for seniors in Phoenix to get fresh meats from a butcher; or seniors can buy fresh products that are nearing the end of their lifecycle available at a discount, which can be cooked and frozen.

For those who experience significant challenges with finances; senior nutrition programs, like Meals on Wheels are available in almost every local community which operate by donation and deliver directly to senior’s homes daily or serve meals in established public locations. These programs are made possible with the help of organizations like MedAssets, which improves healthcare providers’ margin and cash flow through revenue cycle and supply chain initiatives. By their partnership with senior nutrition programs, these businesses can expand their operations and lower costs; allowing them to reach more seniors in need of healthy, low cost meals.

In order to learn more about community resources relating to healthy eating and senior nutrition programs, we recommend that you contact your local Area Agency on Aging or Eldercare Locator.

Sources: http://www.poststat.net/pwp008/pub.49/issue.366/article.598/

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