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What are Meals on Wheels and Dining Centers?

Meals on Wheels are prepared meals that are delivered to homebound seniors age 60 or older. Dining Centers are places where seniors can eat lunch together, meet with friends, enjoy activities, and find out about services and programs.

Am I eligible?

You are eligible for Meals on Wheels if you are a senior age 60 or older, homebound, and unable to buy and cook food on your own. You are eligible for Dining Center meals if you are a senior age 60 or over, or the spouse of a senior. There are no income limits for these programs and your immigration status does not matter.

What benefits will I get?

Meals on Wheels drivers deliver hot lunches and check on the well-being of the seniors they visit. Dining Centers serve hot meals and usually offer activities and entertainment for the seniors who attend. All meals are developed by a nutritionist, and special menus such as diabetic, kosher, and Spanish foods are available in many communities. There is a suggested donation for Meals on Wheels and Dining Center meals, but no senior is turned away because of inability to pay.

How do I apply?

Anyone can request Meals on Wheels for a senior. Call the agency in charge of Meals on Wheels in your community. For Dining Center meals, you should call the Dining Center or your local Age Center 24 hours ahead to reserve your meal. If you do not know which agency to call, use the Find a Local Program search tool on the Meals on Wheels Association of America web site.

Useful links

Links to other web sites with information about Meals on Wheels and Dining Centers.

Meals on Wheels and Dining Centers section last updated on 4/16/10