For many of the seniors we serve, one of the most important sources of comfort, companionship, and emotional support comes from a beloved pet.

Memorial Day is often seen as the unofficial beginning of summer. But at its heart, it is a day of remembrance — honoring those who gave their lives in service to others, and the families who carried on in their absence.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, Veronica Dover — CEO/Executive Director of St. Vincent Meals on Wheels and a licensed marriage and family therapist — reflected on something she has long believed: that nutrition and emotional well-being are deeply connected, especially for older adults navigating isolation, illness, grief, or major life changes.

There are people whose lives seem guided by a quiet but unmistakable thread. For Cecilia Caballero, M.Ed., that thread has always been service.

There are people whose lives seem guided by a quiet but unmistakable thread. For Cecilia Caballero, M.Ed., that thread has always been service.

This past month, Assemblymember Mike Fong hosted the Women of Impact Awards, recognizing leaders across the San Gabriel Valley whose service is strengthening communities and creating lasting change.

Long before Los Angeles became what it is today, the Daughters of Charity stood alongside the Mexican families who built this community. That bond endures.

Yuri has been part of St. Vincent Meals on Wheels for more than two decades—long enough to see both the organization and the need grow. “People call every day,” she says. “They need the meals but can’t afford even $3.”

Last month in San Diego, leaders from across the state gathered for the Meals on Wheels California conference—sharing ideas, strengthening partnerships, and moving the mission forward for seniors. St. Vincent Meals on Wheels was proud to be there.

Earth Day is on April 22—and this year, it feels different. As global conflict drives fuel costs higher, we are seeing how much our work relies on fuel—every delivery, every mile, every day.