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Low-income seniors and participants in the Women, Infants and Children program may now apply for expanded benefits following the June 1 launch of two new programs.

Provision of meals, like those at West Point Senior Center or Clarke Senior Center, 1310 Linden Drive, is among many functions of Aging Best, Central Missouri's Area Agency on Aging.

Mostly homebound, Harold Struemph relies on the Cole County Senior Nutrition Program for meals and weekly visitors.

The Veterans United Foundation recently gifted $10 million to nearly 100 nonprofits -- including seven in Jefferson City -- as part of Veteran United Insurance's employee-led, 10-year foundation anniversary celebration.

Low-income seniors eligible for $50 towards the purchase of fruits, vegetables, herbs and honey this summer