Addressing Food Insecurity for the Elderly at Kibera Day Care Center for the Elderly
Many elderly individuals in Kibera struggle with food insecurity—the lack of reliable access to nutritious and sufficient food. Several factors contribute to this challenge, including:
🔹 Limited Income: Many older persons have no stable source of income, making it difficult to afford daily meals.
🔹 Neglect and Isolation: Some elderly individuals are abandoned by their families or live alone with little to no support.
🔹 Health Challenges: Age-related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis require special diets, which are often unaffordable.
🔹 Rising Cost of Living: Inflation and high food prices make it even harder for elderly individuals to access proper nutrition.
Without adequate nutrition, older persons become more vulnerable to malnutrition, weakened immunity, and chronic illnesses, reducing their quality of life and overall well-being.
Our Weekly Feeding Program at KDCCE
The Kibera Day Care Center for the Elderly (KDCCE) has established a feeding program to ensure that elderly individuals in Kibera receive at least one nutritious meal regularly. The program serves between 30 to 100 older persons and includes:
🍛 Weekly Balanced Meals – Nutritious meals are prepared, considering dietary needs such as soft foods for those with dental issues and low-sugar diets for individuals with diabetes.
🥦 Nutritional Awareness – Older persons receive guidance on healthy eating habits, even within their limited resources.
🤝 Community Engagement – The program encourages social interaction, reducing isolation and improving mental well-being.
🏥 Health Monitoring – Regular check-ins help identify elderly individuals who may need further medical or nutritional support.
By ensuring that older persons receive at least one balanced meal weekly, KDCCE is not exactly feeding them—it is restoring dignity, promoting health, and building a supportive community.
Help Us Mitigate our Hunger Problem Among Older Persons in Kibera
The need is great, but together, we can fight hunger and malnutrition among older persons. Here’s how you can help:
🥘 Sponsor a Meal – Your donation can provide a warm, nutritious meal to an elderly person in need.
👩🏽🍳 Volunteer – Join us in preparing and serving meals at the center.
📢 Spread the Word – Advocate for food security among older persons by sharing this initiative.
No one should have to grow old in hunger. Let’s ensure our elders receive the nourishment and care they deserve.