Food for the Homebound
Contact
Meals on Wheels
518-465-6465Member: NYS Chapter
This program is funded by:
Albany County Department for Aging and the New York State Office for the Aging, and the United Way of the Greater Capital Region.
Over 450 volunteers work with Senior Services of Albany in providing services to homebound seniors that enable them to remain at home and independent. Meals on Wheels drivers not only deliver needed nutrition but provide a personal “life-line” through their daily visits.
Referring Organizations
- Albany County Department of Health
- Albany Medical Center
- Eddy Visiting Nurse Association
- Senior Whole Health of New York
- St. Peter’s Hospital
- Visiting Nurse Association of Albany
- Visiting Nurse Service (Schenectady)
To access the government subsidized program in Albany County, call Albany County New York Connects at 518.447.7177 and ask for “Intake”. Clients must be at least 60 years of age and generally unable to prepare meals. Referrals from a neighbor, family, or friend, as well as self-referrals are welcome.
Meals are delivered five (5) days per week between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. except major holidays. Frozen meals are used as alternatives for weekends and holidays. Meal requirements and service schedules are determined at the time of intake or assessment by the referring agency.
Payment Options
Clients 60 years and above are asked to give as much of the suggested amount of $3.25 for 1 meal/day and $4.50 for 2 meals/day. No one is denied service due to an inability to contribute. Cash, check or food stamps are accepted.
Payment is on a fee-for-service basis for those under 60; $6.25 for 1 meal/day, or $10.50 for 2 meals/day; and is required in advance. Call Senior Services of Albany at 518.465.6465 for details.