Meals Home Delivered - Charlottesville, Meals on Wheels of Charlottesville Albermarle
Provides hot, nutritious meals to homebound residents. Anyone who is physically or mentally unable to prepare nutritious meals and who has no one to help them with meal preparation and lives in the city of Charlottesville or the county of Albemarle is eligible to receive meals. This includes people who need short-term assistance while recovering from an illness, surgery or hospital stay and those with long term needs. Clients range in age from 26 to 100. Financial assistance is given to clients who meet the above criteria and have no resources to pay for Meals on Wheels. Meals are delivered by volunteers every Monday through Friday, including all holidays that fall on weekdays. This is a non-profit organization. Also offers an opportunity to volunteer.
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704 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Charlottesville, VA
Albemarle, VA
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Meals on Wheels of Charlottesville/Albemarle
At Meals on Wheels of Charlottesville/Albemarle, our mission is to extend a compassionate hand to our community's most vulnerable individuals. Since 1977, we have been dedicated to providing hot, nutritious meals and essential wellness checks to those who struggle with food accessibility or preparation. With over 400 committed volunteers, we serve approximately 275 clients in Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and Nelson County. We ensure each meal is tailored to meet our recipients' dietary needs under a registered dietitian's guidance. Our services promote health and independence and foster a sense of connection and belonging, offering a lifeline of care and community to those in need. 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.