Description of Services:
Program enables older adults and adults with a disability to have access to affordable meals in their home * meals include hot meals (Meals on Wheels), frozen meals (Meals on Ice), volunteers taking people to a local restaurant (Wheels to Meals), and Congregate Dining (designated seniors apartment buildings in Acton and Georgetown)
Meals on Wheels - Hot or chilled meals delivered by volunteers at lunch Mon-Fri * special diet types available * nutritionally balanced meals * frozen meals can be delivered along with lunch * planned and prepared by certified cooks at Allendale
Meals on Ice - Frozen meal packages delivered by volunteers * orders are required by Fri at 12 noon for Thu delivery to one's home or for pick up at the office * clients choose from a menu or can choose standard packages * special diet types available * entrees, soup/dessert packages also available * available on a weekly basis through the supplier Apetito * suitable meals for diabetic, low fat and or low sodium diets and other special meals
Wheels to Meals - Luncheons held twice a month at a local restaurant, church or community hall * opportunity to get out and socialize with friends * the cost varies by location * transportation is provided by volunteers for a minimal fee