About CareLink:
For 45 years, CareLink has been the resource for aging in central Arkansas. CareLink offers a wide range of services designed to help homebound seniors remain independent for as long as possible; help active older people remain fit, healthy, and involved; and help family caregivers navigate available resources.
CareLink serves daily meals to 1,200 seniors, providing vital nutrients and important socialization to the aging population. Over the past fiscal year, the nonprofit has provided 279,000 hours of in-home care and more than 57,000 one-way trips and helped more than 11,000 older adults and their family members determine the best course of action for their unique situations.
With more than 12,000 people turning 65 in the U.S. each day, it is vital that the state’s support systems have the capacity to meet increasing demand. Often, a few hours a week makes all the difference in a senior’s ability to remain at home. From light housekeeping to medication reminders, trips to the pharmacy and senior centers to Medicaid applications and so much more, CareLink is committed to helping seniors live healthy, happy and at home.
Giving Opportunities:
Donations: A $30 donation to Meals on Wheels provides someone with lunch for a week. Donate to a program of your choice at carelink.org/give-now.
Volunteers: Whether one delivers meals to seniors individually, with a loved one, as part of a community group or even alongside coworkers during lunch, Meals on Wheels is a fulfilling way to create meaningful change. Sign up at carelink.org/volunteer.
Headquarters:
North Little Rock
Year founded: 1979
Areas Served:
Central Arkansas
CEO: Luke Mattingly
Mission and vision:
To connect older people and their families with resources to meet the opportunities and challenges of aging.
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