Budget cuts force reductions in senior Meals on Wheels delivery services

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – State-level cuts across Kentucky could impact seniors who rely on programs like Meals on Wheels.

Funding cuts began Wednesday, Oct. 1, and will lead to about a 60% reduction. For Meals on Wheels, services would go from five meals a week for clients to just two.

Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed the funding support from the American Rescue Plan was running dry and, for some communities, the consequences may mean Meals on Wheels cannot afford to serve them…

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