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— BK Answer: Yes, every March since 2002 Meals-on-Wheels programs across the country join together in celebrating March for Meals. This national campaign, spearheaded by Meals on Wheels America, commemorates the historic day in March 1972 when President Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 and established a national nutrition program for seniors 60 years of age and older. Here in Forsyth County, Senior Services celebrates “March for Meals” by spreading awareness of its nutrition programs — Meals-on-Wheels and Senior Lunch (a group meal program), and the growing need for the community’s involvement in them. Typically, a well-known member of the community would personally deliver hot meals to program participants. Due to COVID-19, this year looks a little different. Instead, mayors from each city in Forsyth County will sign a proclamation making the month of March “March for Meals” month and will reach out by

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