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Wesley Life DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Dena Gray-Fisher EMAIL PHONE 515-271-6717 OFFICE ADDRESS 5508 NW 88th Street Johnston, IA 50131 Guided by Christian compassion, WesleyLife is enhancing the independence, health and well-being of older adults. Their vision is to transform the aging experience so people live longer, healthier lives. They offer health and wellness services in 15 Iowa counties through their Communities for Healthy Living, three adult day services programs and an array of services delivered to people wherever they call home. WesleyLife Meals on Wheels directly supports the health, vitality and independence of more than 900 adults daily throughout Greater Des Moines through delivery of a nutritious meal to their front doors, with close to 230,000 meals delivered each year. All meals are heart healthy, low sodium and follow specific diets. Their dedicated team of drivers and volunteers deliver meals between 10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Monday through Friday, with frozen weekend packages available for delivery on Friday. TYPE OF WORK Faith Based, Community Based, Meal Site HOW TO HELP COUNTIES Iowans can support the mission of WesleyLife by volunteering or by financial donations. For more information about WesleyLife, please visit www.wesleylife.org or contact them directly. Dallas Polk Page | 591