LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Volunteers came together Wednesday to make sure senior citizens have access to nutritional meals when severe weather conditions prevent deliveries from Meals on Wheels. 

First responders from Louisville Metro Police and Louisville Fire joined some Metro workers to help the Senior Nutrition team deliver an annual supply of shelf stable meals to Meals on Wheels recipients.

The program delivers meals to the seniors daily, but these shelf-stable meals can be eaten when Meals on Wheels can't make deliveries because of weather or other issues. 

More than 1,000 boxes were delivered, containing five meals each. 

Patricia Williams, Louisville's director of resilience and community services, said there are several reasons for food insecurity in the city.

"We know that the food insecurity, food desert, the food desert, the economy — there are a lot of reasons that cause our seniors to fall short." Williams said. "So we're just thankful that we're able to come together for this event."

Meals on Wheels works to "help improve the lives of older adults by supporting good nutritional health and promoting their independence and well-being," according to its website. 

In addition to the Meals on Wheels program, Louisville provides congregate and group nutrition sites for seniors age 60 and older to go to 16 neighborhood locations to eat, socialize and participate in activities. 

Meals on Wheels is always looking for more volunteers. Click Here to find out how you can help.

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