July 29, 2025. FAYETTEVILLE, GA. Fayette Senior Services, Inc. (FSS), a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization, hosted a Treats, Toys & Tailwags drive to help support their AniMeals program this past month. During the month of July, they challenged the community to make donations for cat and dog items in order to provide their AniMeals companions with pet treats, toys and other much needed items such as collars, bowls, leashes and shampoos. Thanks to an abundance of support, Fayette Senior Services was able to deliver full bags of goodies to their AniMeals clients and their owners and saw smiles and tailwags galore! Donations were made to 10 dogs and 15 cats and both the owners and pets were beyond appreciative. “It was so rewarding to see in the owners’ eyes what it meant for them to receive these and be able to provide them to their beloved pet. It was great to see the love they felt through these generous donations!” expressed Stevie Coachman, Meals On Wheels and AniMeals Coordinator. Fayette Senior Services received over $750 worth of items for dogs and cats including items such as treats, toys, grooming tools, shampoos, collars, dental care and more. In addition to these great donations, Fayette Senior Services’ was beyond grateful for The Animal Medical Clinic of Peachtree City who provided new food and water bowls for all the pets in the AniMeals program in addition to free check-ups at their clinic and discounted services moving forward for AniMeals clients. “Thank you to everyone who came together to make this possible to deliver a wag of difference to our AniMeals pets,” shared Coachman.
Since 2009, Fayette Senior Services has been collecting and delivering donations of pet food for Meals On Wheels (MOW) recipient’s animals on a monthly basis. They accept general donations of any dry or wet dog and cat food in bags under 16 lbs in addition to treats and toys as well. Some Meals On Wheels clients who take advantage of this incredible program do have animals that have a specific diet need and require certain foods, if interested in donating for these, please reach out to Stevie Coachman at 770-461-0813 or scoachman@fayss.org to find out about those specifics. If you’re interested in making a monetary donation towards the program instead of donating pet food, please call, stop in at either location or mail a check made out to Fayette Senior Services (memo line: Ani-Meals Donation) to 4 Center Drive Fayetteville, GA 30214. Donations can be dropped off at the front desk at either Fayette Senior Services’ location including Peachtree City location (203 McIntosh Trail) or Fayetteville location (4 Center Drive) and are greatly appreciated!
Many of these MOW recipients find it challenging to provide food for their pets when they are not able to leave their homes. To many homebound seniors, having a pet is a source of companionship and comfort. One AniMeals client shared, “Our pets are our family! They keep me company and bring so much joy and love into my life that I can never show them my appreciation enough. Being able to take advantage of AniMeals to help me care for my dog makes all the difference in my being able to keep my best buddy around!” The AniMeals program is designed to give MOW clients a little help with the cost and obtaining of pet food so that it isn’t an added burden to maintain the important bond between pet owner and pet. Many years ago, before the birth of this unique program, Fayette Senior Services found that many of these homebound seniors were giving up their own meals so their pets can eat as well. For any of us with a pet in our lives, we know they are more than just an animal, they are our family and play an important role as our companions. Fayette Senior Services’ AniMeals program has allowed many in our community to continue to care for their animals by providing them with much-needed pet food they wouldn’t otherwise be able get. This program makes a difference not only in the quality of life for the animals, but also for the homebound seniors who love and care for them!
For over four decades, FSS has been making a meaningful difference in the social, emotional, and physical well-being of adults age 50 and better in our community. FSS provides a variety of essential services to the community, including Meals on Wheels, Transportation, Care Management, In-Home Personal Care and Home Repair. FSS’ Life Enrichment center offers a range of social, leisure and fitness activities in both Fayetteville and Peachtree City and also hosts the award-winning Ultimate Café. For more information about Fayette Senior Services, visit www.fayss.org or call 770-461-0813.