More Than Just A Meal

Meals on Wheels strives to improve the health and support the independence and dignity of our homebound neighbors. We currently have an active volunteer force of over 400 and serve meals to approximately 275 clients in the city of Charlottesville and the county of Albemarle.

Our meals, prepared under the supervision of a registered dietitian, meet each client's dietary needs. Medically appropriate diets are available, including diabetic, renal, sodium-restricted, heart-healthy, vegetarian, and soft or pureed food.

Through our efforts, Meals on Wheels nourishes the body and nurtures the spirit, providing daily social contact and a vital safety net for individuals who may otherwise be isolated or at risk. By supporting our homebound neighbors, we contribute to earlier discharges from medical facilities, reduce the need for institutional care, and enable elderly and disabled individuals to maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes. With each delivery, we uphold our commitment to fostering a healthier, more connected community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Going the Extra Mile

In addition to our daily ready-to-eat meal deliveries, we also provide:

  • Boxes of shelf-stable pantry staples, Bonus Pantry Packs

  • Birthday gifts and cards for each client

  • Fresh produce through our community partner, the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank

  • Library services, including books, magazines, CDs, and movies, through the BookMobile

  • Holiday Joy Bags delivered during the last week of the year

  • Free weekly pet food deliveries to clients with cats and dogs

  • A smile and sense of community to those who might otherwise be alone

Thank you so much to the members of the Charlottesville Elk Lodge #389 for having us back again this year. You all give back so much to our community and we’re so honored to be part of it 💕 Also, how fabulous is Nancy’s sweater? It&rsqu
How cute are these Santa pet outfits? 😻 If you haven't had the pleasure of meeting Martine over at @@fluffyspetshops in Barracks, you definitely need to stop by! Thanks to her, we can provide Holiday Joy Bags for our clients' pets, including treats
Meals on Wheels has been selected yet again as one of the national charity partners of the annual Subaru Share the Love Event. 🚗💞 This event has donated more than $32 million to Meals on Wheels America and our network (including hometown charities

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