Grundy Reporter

More than 700 residents in need will enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal thanks to a collaboration involving Illinois Senate Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin, the Voluntary Action Center (VAC) of Northern Illinois, and Meridian Health Plan of Illinois.

"Thanksgiving is not only a time to give thanks for the things we have in our life, but the chance to assist those who may be in need," said Senator Rezin. "I am truly grateful for the opportunity to partner with Meridian Health and Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois to help ensure that families within our community are able to celebrate this holiday with a traditional Thanksgiving meal."

On November 22, 150 donated turkeys were delivered to VAC's headquarters. These turkeys will be used for Meals on Wheels' Thanksgiving dinners in DeKalb, LaSalle, Bureau, and Putnam Counties. The meals will be cooked at the facility and delivered to about 700 residents on Thanksgiving Day.

"This donation for Voluntary Action Center home-delivered meals will provide a wonderful holiday meal for many that would otherwise not be able to prepare a hot meal in their home," said VAC Board President Joel Maurer.

"On behalf of all our clients that depend on the meals we provide them each day, we wish to thank Senator Rezin for donating these turkeys," said VAC CEO Nate Kloster. "With this donation we will be able to provide over 750 clients with a wonderful holiday meal."

All turkeys were provided free by Meridian Health. The organization offers government-sponsored managed care services catering to families, children, seniors, and individuals with complex medical needs.