Community Partner: Meals on Wheels of Southwest OH & Northern KY
Meals on Wheels of Southwest OH & Northern KY is an organization based in Greater Cincinnati focused on supporting the wellbeing of seniors. They aim to address major challenges that impact individuals as they age such as isolation, loneliness, hunger, and malnutrition. They currently serve thirteen counties in Ohio and Kentucky and provide thousands of home-delivered meals to seniors each week. These services help to promote physical wellbeing with healthy, nutritious food, but they also offer meaningful social connection to those they deliver to.
While they are known for their meal delivery service, this organization offers a variety of other resources and services to the support seniors in the Greater Cincinnati area in many other aspects of life. Social workers help support independence by aiding seniors with things like financial management, scheduling appointments, or transportation. Their health and wellness programming encourages seniors to remain active, explore hobbies, and learn new skills. The OTR Senior Center provides a safe and supportive environment for seniors to socialize, share meals with one another, and participate in group activities. Meals on Wheels of Southwest OH & Northern KY takes a holistic approach to supporting seniors in every aspect of life, with far more than just a meal.
About Jaden
My name is Jaden Koren and I’m a fourth-year medical student at the UC College of Medicine. I’m originally from Kenova, West Virginia, a small town right on the borders of WV, OH, and KY. I attended Marietta College for my undergraduate education where I received a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with a minor in Biology and a certificate in Leadership Studies.
I was eager to sign up for this elective to give me a much-needed reconnection with my passion for service. Throughout medical school, I have spent a lot of time dedicated to studying and clinical hours but haven’t spent enough time getting to know and serving the Cincinnati community. It is my hope and goal that this elective will allow me to do that, as well as provide greater perspective on how I can best support my patients as a future family medicine physician.