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.

An elderly woman in a sun hat and sunglasses applies sunscreen to her arm in front of a blue background.

Wellness Guide

July 2022 Wellness Guide

Find important information about UV Safety Month, tips on how to stay safe in the heat, and more with our February Wellness guide.

July 18, 2022

A table full of vegetables, making a rainbow of beans, lettuce, corn, peppers, eggplants, grapes and cucumbers

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June 2022 Wellness Guide

Find important information about National Safety Month, Dysphasia Awareness, and more with our June Wellness guide.

July 18, 2022

A group of seniors practice yoga during sunrise in a park.

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May 2022 Wellness Guide

Find important information about Arthritis Awareness Month, protein, and more with our May Wellness guide.

May 16, 2022

Wellness Guide

April 2022 Wellness Guide

IN THIS ISSUE: Monthly Observances Healthy Snacking Spotlight on Caregivers Nutrient of the Month: Calories Featured Recipe: Chocolate Banana Ice Cream News from

April 6, 2022