Every day, Council on Aging and a dedicated group of caring COA volunteers work diligently to provide nutritious meals to homebound elders in the St. Augustine/St. Johns County community. In addition to a daily meal, COA’s Meals on Wheels program offers those with limited mobility an opportunity for much-needed social contact. There are subsidized meals for those who qualify and private-pay meal options available. There are also temporary meals and long-term meal delivery options.
If you or someone you know could benefit from Meals on Wheels, please give us a call at (904) 209-3693!
And did you know? COA can provide monthly Meals on Wheels pet food deliveries to pet-owners who receive Meals on Wheels, as well as assistance with basic preventative pet care. These services are thanks to a grant from Meals on Wheels of America and partnerships with St. Johns Veterinary Clinic, Murabella Animal Hospital, and the St. Augustine Humane Society.
A licensed Dietitian closely monitors all menus to ensure that each meal meets 1/3 of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) requirements. Nutrition education is available to each Meals on Wheels participant to help them understand their special dietary needs.
Read an article from Aging In Place titled: The Facts Behind Senior Hunger which addresses the causes, complications, and cures for senior hunger.
View a video from Meals on Wheels America that highlights the far-reaching, positive impact Meals on Wheels has in the lives of elders.
Council on Aging is proud to be a member of Meals on Wheels America!
For more information on Meals on Wheels, please call us at (904) 209-3693.
I am not home bound but have just been released from the hospital and it’s difficult for me to prepare a meal at home. Would I be eligible for Meals on Wheels?
Of course! Meals on Wheels can offer temporary – or long-term – assistance to anyone who is in need. If you are over the age of 60, subsidized meals might be available for you, but there are many, many options. Please call our service team at 904-209-3693.
My brother is recuperating from a fall. He is only 52 and has financial resources. However, he won’t be able to cook for a few months. Would he qualify for a service like this?
Yes! The COA Meals on Wheels program has a private-pay option that would be perfect for your brother or any other St. Johns County resident in a similar situation.
Will the meal delivery people leave a meal for me if I am unable to be at home?
Unfortunately, we are no longer able to leave meals for those who may not be home when the meal is delivered. However, we can give you an approximate delivery time so that you can arrange your schedule accordingly.
