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On Sunday, April 25, 2010

In 2009, the Samaritan Relief Ministry food pantry provided groceries for 7,777 people. Approximately ninety-seven percent (97%) of these households live below the poverty level.

 The food given includes fresh milk, cheese, margarine, ground beef and chicken as well as the non-perishable items donated by congregations, schools and individuals in our community.

 Many of the people OCIM assists with food are on fixed incomes.

Many are single parents.

 Some are women fleeing domestic abuse.

 Some have recently been laid off of their jobs.

 Some have hours cut in their jobs.

 Some people try desperately to find jobs, but due to lack of education and job skills, are unable to find one.

 Grandparents, aunts and uncles find themselves suddenly having custody of children who have been removed from their parents’ home.

 Many people have illness or injury that prohibits their ability to hold a job. The process to receive disability benefits can often take a couple of years.

 Some people have incomes that exceed the eligibility limit to receive food stamps, but their expenses leave very little to purchase food with.

 Families who are just barely able to “make it” need help during the summer and holidays when children are out of school and eating all three meals at home.

 People are eligible for Meals On Wheels if they are homebound (unable to drive), home alone during the day and unable to prepare meals themselves.

 In 2009, the Meals On Wheels Ministry served 6,392 hot meals. Approximately ninety-one percent (91%) of the Meals on Wheels recipients live below the poverty level.

 Many recipients have physical or cognitive disabilities, that does not allow them to safely cook meals.

 Some recipients’ incomes are between $300-$600 a month. To be able to have a nutritious meal delivered, they must be on a greatly reduced payment scale.

Data provided by the Samaritan Relief Ministry and Meals On Wheels 1/27/10

Please join your neighbors and friends in this effort to help those in our community who truly need a hand.

 All donations are greatly appreciated .