Caring for others doesn’t have to mean cooking from scratch or juggling five dishes at once. Sometimes it looks like store bought soup, a loaf of bread, and a kind note on top. In this week’s “How To” series, we’re sharing simple, stress free ways to take a meal and other thoughtful ways to show up that truly bless someone without adding more to your already full plate. ~Nadia
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How To Freeze a Casserole
Freezing a casserole is one of the easiest ways to have a homemade meal ready to share whenever you need it. With just a few simple steps, you can prepare dishes ahead of time and deliver them fresh from the freezer when someone could use a little comfort.
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How To Take a Meal Without Overwhelming Yourself
Caring for others doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the kitchen. Sometimes the kindest thing you can do is choose something simple and heartfelt, store-bought soup, a fresh loaf of bread, or a note that says “you’re not alone.” Small, thoughtful gestures still nourish deeply. Check out these popular store-bought soups, which are great for taking!
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How To Continue Caring After the Meals Have Ended
The meal schedule may end, but care doesn’t have to. A simple check in, a surprise dinner invite, or a “thinking of you” note weeks later can mean the world. You might even send a comforting meal or small gift on the anniversary of a loved one’s passing — a quiet reminder that they’re remembered and not alone. Often it’s the gentle follow up that brings the most comfort.
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How To Care When You Can’t Cook
You don’t need an oven to show up for someone. Picking up a ready made meal from Costco, sending a DoorDash dinner, or surprising a family with pizza delivery are all thoughtful ways to say “I’m thinking of you.” You can even have a meal delivered directly from our store. Each one is hearty, comforting, and made with care for moments just like this. Love can be shared in so many simple, doable ways, even when you can’t cook.
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How To Build a Care Box for Any Season
A care box is a beautiful reminder that comfort can come in many forms. A candle, some tea, cozy socks, and a handwritten note can turn an ordinary afternoon into a moment of peace for someone who needs it most.
Easily Organize Meal Schedules for Friends
Take Them A Meal is an easy (and free!) online tool for coordinating the delivery of meals to loved ones. If a friend is ill, elderly, or welcoming a child, you can rally their community to take them meals. We also offer delicious, fully-prepared meals that can be shipped directly to their door!
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Gifts & Such
Check out these thoughtful and practical gifts including engraved spoons, meal carriers and more!
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