Bringing Compassion to the Table: Senior Meal Delivery with Heart to Home Meals

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Bringing Compassion to the Table: Senior Meal Delivery with Heart to Home Meals

Living to 100 Club

36 minutes 58 seconds

2 months ago

Bringing Compassion to the Table: Senior Meal Delivery with Heart to Home Meals

How Senior Meal Delivery Supports Aging in Place | Richard Peroe of Heart to Home Meals | Living to 100 Club Podcast

How Senior Meal Delivery Supports Aging in Place

In this episode of the Living to 100 Club podcast, Dr. Joe Casciani sits down with Richard Peroe, a leader at Heart to Home Meals, a company dedicated to delivering nutritious, home-style meals to older adults. Together, they explore how this service is transforming the aging experience by offering more than just food -- it provides dignity, convenience, and social connection.

Richard shares insights about Heart to Home’s community-driven franchise model, the company’s mission of compassionate service, and the importance of personal relationships between delivery drivers and seniors. We also dive into the growing market for senior services, the benefits for franchise owners, and the company’s thoughtful approach to supporting aging in place.

This episode offers valuable perspectives for families, senior care professionals, and entrepreneurs interested in making a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults (explore more in our Living to 100 Community.)

What You'll Learn in This Episode

The Heart to Home Meals story and its community-centered mission

How senior meal delivery supports aging in place

The critical social role of delivery drivers in seniors’ lives

Franchise opportunities and what makes a successful operator

Strategic expansion across North America

Richard’s vision for growth, innovation, and compassionate service

About Richard Peroe

Richard Peroe is a seasoned franchise development and operations leader with over 30 years of experience driving growth, profitability, and strategic partnerships across national brands. Since February 2025, he has served as the Senior Director of Franchise Development at Heart to Home Meals. Here he focuses on expanding the brand's reach and supporting franchise success. He is responsible for the brand’s initial launch into the U.S. market.

Previously, Richard held multiple executive roles at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service. These included Vice President of Franchise Sales and Vice President of Field Operations, where he spearheaded initiatives that delivered triple-digit sales growth, developed innovative franchisee support models, and secured key partnerships with Walmart, H-E-B, and Family Dollar. His deep expertise in market development, franchisee relations, and operational excellence positions him as a trusted partner for entrepreneurs looking to grow with Heart to Home Meals.

For Our Listeners

Heart to Home Meals Website: https://www.hearttohomemeals.com/

Heart to Home Meals Franchise: https://hearttohomemealsfranchiseusa.com/

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