Each meal consists of an entrée and the accompaniments such as vegetables, fruits, breads, milk, etc. that provide at least one-third of the recommended daily nutrients for older adults.
The meals are low in fat, cholesterol and sodium, and provide the nutrition older adults need without the additional calories.
Program services also include nutrition education, information and assistance in accessing other services available to elders who are homebound.
This is a non-profit 501(c)3 that receives support from Older Americans Act funds provided by DRCOG Area Agency on Aging.
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Information provided by: the DRCOG Area Agency on Aging
Contact
www.voacolorado.org
www.voacolorado.org
www.voacolorado.org/gethelp-denvermetro-foodnutrition-mowwww.voacolorado.org/gethelp-denvermetro-foodnutrition-mow
Hours
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Area(s) Served
Adams, Arapahoe, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Jefferson
Fees
None. Contribution basis.
Application Process
To determine eligibility for Meals on Wheels in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Jefferson, Gilpin or Clear Creek County call: 303-294-0111
Documents Required
Please call or visit website to learn more about eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
An individual must be 60 years of age or older and assessed as homebound to receive Meals on Wheels. Other criteria for eligibility apply in specific limited circumstances.
Payment/Insurance Accepted
Private Pay, Cash, Check.
ADA Access
Wheelchair access, designated parking and wheelchair accessible bathrooms
Languages
- English
- some Spanish.
User Reviews
Excellent service! The volunteers were wonderful!
05/16/2010
This is a life changing and life saving group of dedicated people. The meals are great too!
Volunteers of America Meals on Wheels05/02/2012
Outstanding organization with wonderful staff and meals that change lives daily.
Harry01/26/2018
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