Fostering Well-Being: A Heartwarming Partnership

Mission Viejo Animal Services and the City of Mission Viejo Recreation & Community Services recently collaborated at the Senior Grocery Food Pantry, offering free pet food to local seniors who may need it. Numerous seniors took advantage of the opportunity to acquire food for their cherished pets. Studies indicate that owning pets can offer crucial social and emotional support to older adults by alleviating distress, reducing loneliness, and enhancing overall quality of life.

We are so thrilled about this partnership occurring every first Friday of the month at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center because it not only ensures seniors receive essential pet food but also recognizes the positive impact of pet ownership on their well-being.  Due to the New Year holiday, the next Senior Grocery Food Pantry offering free pet food to seniors will take place on Friday, January 12.