Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels, located at 8656 W. Gage Blvd Suite 301 in Kennewick, WA, is a nonprofit program named Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels that brings hot, nutritious meals right to the homes of seniors and people with disabilities who can't easily make their own food, and they also have meals served at seven dining centers across Benton and Franklin Counties for active adults over 60, which really helps folks stay in their own houses and live independently for longer. The program has special meal plans and makes sure the food fits different diets, so if someone has restrictions, they take that into account, plus, if people need meals on weekends or holidays, they've got frozen options to cover those times, too. Every meal aims to give the right balance of vitamins and minerals, using recipes that taste good and are meant to help people stay healthy. You'll find regular meal deliveries done by friendly volunteers, who not only bring food but also check in and offer a little companionship, because that can mean a lot for someone who's homebound, and these deliveries happen on a reliable schedule so no one's left guessing when their meal will show up. The group supports adults over 60, making it possible for them to avoid moving into care homes if they'd rather stay where they're comfortable, and they focus especially on community service by working with local groups, churches, parks like Lawrence Scott Park and Chiawana Park nearby, and offering information about other services, like home health nurses or in-home care, so people have as much support as possible. Services are tailored for seniors who need support with nutrition and daily living, and the meals get delivered regularly around Kennewick as well as other parts of the state, which makes it easier for vulnerable people-not just those in the city proper but also in smaller or rural spots-to get the food they need without having to travel or rely on family who may not be nearby. The program's received local awards for its meal quality and its focus on good ingredients, and they work with senior centers, non-profits, and community agencies to serve as many folks as they can, so anyone who finds it tough to cook or shop for themselves doesn't have to worry about going hungry or feeling forgotten-volunteers and staff are out in the neighborhoods, making sure people are cared for and able to keep living life on their own terms.