The Thelma

Themla is 89 years old and benefits from JASA's Home-Delivered Meals program. She was born in Brooklyn, where she and her husband also raised their children. Thelma enjoys reminiscing about the days she used to spend at the beach with her family, especially seeing her daughter’s first steps on the sand. Thelma first found JASA when her husband of 60 years was struggling to eat. He wasn’t doing well and needed help with nutrition. JASA’s staff took time to interview them and listen to what they needed. Thanks to their JASA case manager, the couple started receiving home-delivered meals. Unfortunately, Thelma’s husband passed away two years ago. It was a big adjustment for Thelma, and she started attending the bereavement groups that JASA offered. She continues to receive JASA’s home-delivered meals. She says they are a blessing, especially now that cooking and shopping are even more of a challenge. Thelma’s case manager continues to support her and even helped her get a vaccine appoint