Wellness Guides

Looking for wellness tips? You’re in the right place! Every month, our Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition, Paula Kerr, creates a Wellness Guide for our clients that includes useful tips and information about nutrition, mental health, exercise, and more. Scroll down to read her latest guide.

About Paula

We’re so happy to have Paula on our team! Paula studied Nutrition and Dietetics at Michigan State University and Ball State University and has been a Registered Dietitian for over 25 years. She’s passionate about family mealtimes and helping people of all ages feed themselves with care and enjoyment. Paula is dedicated to ensuring that Meals on Wheels Western Michigan makes delicious meals that meet nutritional guidelines for seniors.

Wellness Guide

December 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about International Volunteer Day, Suds Up, Stay Safe and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

November 30, 2023

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November 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about Veterans Day, Preparation for Winter, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

November 30, 2023

Two senior female friends hiking together through the forest in autumn

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October 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about National Mental Illness Awareness, Active Aging, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

October 5, 2023

Fresh peaches rest on a tray placed on a wooden table, with trees and greenery in the background.

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August 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about National Grief Awareness, Trans Fats, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

August 8, 2023

A group of elderly folks grill burgers and celebrate independence day.

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July 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about National Blueberry Day, Antioxidants, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

July 30, 2023

A caregiver walks with an elderly woman outside, surrounded by greenery and sunshine.

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June 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about Brain Awareness Month, Phyochemicals, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

July 30, 2023

A senior woman smiles with glasses on.

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May 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about Older Americans Month, Vitamin B1, and more in this month’s Wellness Guide.

May 7, 2023

A pile of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and more.

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April 2023 Wellness Guide

Find important information about cruciferous vegetables, vitamin B12, World Health Day, and more in our April 2023 Wellness Guide.

April 7, 2023