More than just a meal: Community canteens offer care close to home

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A hot meal is something many people take for granted. But for many older people, everyday tasks like grocery shopping and cooking can become more challenging.

Across cities like Beijing, Shanghai and Nanjing, community canteens are making everyday life easier. Residents can enjoy affordable, freshly prepared meals close to home, without the hassle of shopping and cooking.

While these dining halls were created with seniors in mind, they have also become popular with office workers, delivery riders and other busy residents.

People dine at a community canteen in Shanghai. /VCG

Various delicious dishes are offered at a community canteen in Zhengzhou, Henan Province. /VCG

During this year's Spring Festival, community canteens in Huai'an City, east China's Jiangsu Province, remained open to the public, providing a warm meal for local people. /VCG

Elderly people eat at a community canteen in Huzhou, Zhejiang Province. /VCG

In Hefei, Anhui Province, elderly people enjoy lunch at the "Love and Care Canteen." /VCG

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