We deliver so much more than a meal.
Meals on Wheels of Mercer County provides participants with a comprehensive approach to nutrition and the easing of isolation.
By providing these additional services, we are able to fill in the gaps in needed support, providing our participants with a better quality of life.
In addition to home-delivered meals, we provide the following services to our meal participants:
Blizzard Boxes: Boxed meals delivered to participants during periods of possible inclement weather that may close our office or interrupt meal delivery.
Farm Fresh Produce: Through special grant funding, we are able to provide produce during the summer months.
Holiday Meals: We partner with Trenton Kiwanis to deliver meals to participants who will be alone on Thanksgiving Day. Prior to holiday closures, an extra meal is provided the day before.
Non-perishable Groceries: Once a month participants receive a bag of non-perishable items (canned vegetables/fruit, canned tuna/salmon, soup, cold cereal, etc.). These items are provided courtesy of Meals on Wheels of Mercer County through our partnership with Mercer Street Friends Food Bank via the State Food Purchase Program. We can provide additional monthly groceries through the CSFP (Commodity Supplemental Food Program) to a limited number of participants.
Nutrition Counseling: Available free of charge to the most vulnerable of our participants. At initial assessment, we will determine if a dietitian is needed for follow-up to ensure they will be eating properly.
Nutrition Education/Informational Handouts: We distribute information about good nutrition, other senior programs in Mercer County, health/safety tips, etc. to our participants.
Pet Pantry: We deliver monthly pet food bags through our Pet Pantry for our participant's furry companions. We recognize the importance of these family members to the lives of many of our participants. Learn more HERE.
Wellness Program: To further support the health and well-being of our participants, MOWMC has launched a comprehensive Wellness Program, designed to promote healthy aging beyond meal delivery. Learn more HERE.
CALL 609-695-3483 to inquire about our other services.