Meals on Wheels much more than a delivery service

Central Coast Meals on Wheels is more than just a meals delivery service, now offering a social support program.

The organisation hosts a number of weekly community lunches across the Central Coast, connecting seniors over lunch with games and activities.

Volunteers are being sought to help with the social support program which assists people with everyday tasks like their weekly grocery shopping.

Demand has rapidly increased for the service with Meals on Wheels volunteers delivering more than 200,000 meals across the Coast in the past 12 months.

Meals on Wheels caters to NDIS participants who have meals included in their packages, and anyone over the age of 65.

The Central Coast has the fastest growing senior population in NSW, making the role of Meals on Wheels vital in supporting older people to live happy, healthy, and independent lives.

Federal Member for Dobell and Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Emma McBride, recently visited Meals on Wheels to thank the volunteers for their contribution.

“I would encourage anyone who is able to volunteer with Meals on Wheels,” she said.

“It is more than just a delivery service, it offers people connection and helps them retain their independence.

“Access to affordable delivered meals is so important and that’s why Meals on Wheels plays such a significant role locally.”

There are more than 145 meal options at affordable prices with mini meals starting from $5.95 and main meals starting at $7.50.

To order meals or to contact Central Coast Meals on Wheels, go to any of their four locations: Tuggerah 4357 8402, Charmhaven 4357 8417, Green Point 4363 7111, and Woy Woy 4341 6699.