# China expands community meal services for seniors nationwide

https://mins.news/en/item/32528

- China News Service, 2026-08-26 02:48 UTC
- Society
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-08-26/detail-ihfirzsm0915940.shtml

> China is expanding meal services for older people, with 82,000 sites serving more than 4 million meals daily, the Ministry of Civil Affairs says. Elderly-care providers, businesses and community groups are involved, while authorities offer tax, fee and utility support. Urban programs will join 15-minute community life circles, and rural areas will explore neighbor-to-neighbor arrangements.