There are only a few requirements you must meet in order to qualify for Meals on Wheels services.

Potential clients must be considered homebound and 60 years of age or older. Qualifying seniors are in great need, whether because of disability, disease, or isolation. They are unable to perform their typical activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). These seniors are unable to purchase or prepare regular nutritious meals for themselves, and have no one else available to do so for them.

There are instances where a spouse or a disabled dependent of the client can also qualify for Meals on Wheels. The disabled dependent does not have to be of a certain age.

Yes! Many family members sign their elderly loved ones up for Meals on Wheels.

We also receive many referrals from hospitals, social workers, neighbors, and anyone with direct contact with a senior who might need our help

Contact the appropriate organization serving your area to sign up.

There is no cost to qualifying seniors enrolled in the program. 

Each meal is designed to provide the recommended daily nutrient intake values for our seniors. Each meal meets a target value of minerals, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. We also have a specific target for fats, sodium, and fiber.

It’s important to note that these guidelines are developed by expert nutritionists and dietitians. This includes all of our meals, and our Emergency Packs (E-Packs).

Each of our partners is responsible for meal deliveries in a different city in Contra Costa County.

For seniors who live in West County:
Richmond, North Richmond, Point Richmond, San Pablo, Pinole, El Sobrante, Crockett, Rodeo, Hercules, Port Costa, El Cerrito, & Kensington. Your contact is West County Meals on Wheels.

• Their phone number is (510) 412-0166.

For seniors who live in Central or East County:
Concord, Martinez, Pacheco, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Alamo, Danville, San Ramon, Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Oakley, Brentwood, Byron, Knightsen, Bethel Island, & Discovery Bay. Your contact is Meals on Wheels Diablo Region.

• Their phone number is (925) 937-8607.

For seniors who are part of the J-SEI program:

Concord, Clayton, Lafayette, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, El Cerrito, Richmond, Kensington

• Their phone number is (510) 654-4000 ext 105

Meals on Wheels Contra Costa provides essential funding to subsidize direct meal costs for the countywide Meals on Wheels program. We work directly with the central caterer who prepares most of the meals and the 3 nonprofit organizations responsible for meal delivery and client engagement. Each of these organizations has a unique mission and purpose, so check out their websites to learn more about them.

Meals on Wheels West Contra costa:

Originally founded by a revered who helped serve meals out of the MacArthur Community Church, Meals on Wheels West Contra Costa now delivers meals to the homebound seniors throughout West Contra Costa County.

J-SEI (pronounced JAY SAY): 

Meals on Wheels Diablo Region:

Meals on Wheels Diablo Region began delivering meals to homebound seniors in Central Contra Costa County and later on started delivering to homebound seniors in East Contra Costa County as well. In addition to meal delivery, they offer wrap around services.

“I fully support the mission and vision of Meals on Wheels. As a retired person on a fixed income, I donate what I can, when I can. Thank you for doing the compassionate and essential work you do.” – Meals on Wheels Donor

Volunteer:
You can volunteer in our office to help with fundraising or apply to work as a delivery driver for our partners. They are always in need of dedicated, helpful volunteers to make deliveries and check up on our senior clients!

Donate:
Help us provide meals to seniors in Contra Costa County!

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