Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels provides nutritious, well-balanced, delicious, home-delivered meals to individuals aged 60 and older who are homebound or unable to cook for themselves due to illness or physical limitations, and individuals with disabilities.
What are the benefits?
Healthy meals created in our Lewiston kitchen. All meals are approved by a Registered Dietician to ensure each meal provides one-third of the recommended Dietary Reference Intake to meet the nutritional needs of older adults.
All meals are low-sodium, low-fat, and heart-healthy. Medically tailored meals are available for individuals with specific dietary needs/restrictions. Culturally appropriate meals are also available.
Wellness Check – Our delivery drivers get to know each client and can alert us to changes in an individual or safety concerns. For family members not living nearby, this gives them peace of mind that someone is checking in on their loved one.
Friendly Visit – Our driver may be the only person a client sees all day or even all week. Clients look forward to a brief conversation with the driver.
Who is Eligible?
Individuals aged 60 and older who are homebound or unable to cook for themselves due to illness or physical limitations, and individuals with disabilities.
Eligibility is based on need rather than income. Participants may utilize Meals on Wheels for a brief period, such as recovering from illness or injury, or long-term.
The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and the United Way of Androscoggin County are generous supports of the Meals on Wheel program.
