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. 2021 Oct 12;291:114442. doi: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2021.114442

Table 1.

Foodbank and Food Service Information.

Type Description Locations Pre-COVID Locations During COVID Additional Notes
Congregate Dining Congregate and dining programs provide low-cost meals that are enjoyed in a community setting. Transportation may be provided 7 2 One remaining location reduced hours during COVID
Community Meals No-cost programs often run by volunteers that organize suppers, lunches or other get-togethers that give community residents an opportunity to meet one another in a friendly and informal atmosphere while sharing a meal 11 9 NA
Food Banks Food Banks and Emergency Food programs provide individuals and families with grocery items free of charge 26 25 One remaining location reduced hours during COVID while 4 others moved to appointment only
Free Meals Meals are provided free of charge in the community through volunteer labour and donations 9 5 One remaining location reduced hours during COVID
Low-Cost Meals Restaurants, cafeterias and other eating establishments operated by hospitals, senior centers or other organizations which provide reduced-cost meals for low-income people, older adults or other targeted individuals. 2 1 The remaining location reduced hours during COVID