MEALS ON WHEELS - SUMMERVILLE

Additional Information

Eligibility

• Eligibility is NOT based on income OR age.

Service is available to those who are:

• Primarily homebound.
• Living alone.
• Are unable or have difficulty shopping for food and cooking for themselves.​

May qualify for program if:

• You are under the age of 65
• You need services temporarily while recovering from a hospital stay or illness.

Application Process
Application is taken over the phone to determine if the basic qualifications have been met.

Required information to have available when calling to start an application:

• Full name
• Birthdate
• Telephone number
• Full address
• Doctor's name/phone number/fax number if possible
• 2 emergency contact names/phone numbers
• Medical professional will be asked to validate the need for service and approve the basic meal plan provided.

Once medical approval has been returned to the office, an in-home interview will be scheduled.
Each applicant will receive a phone call once the final determination of service has been established.

Documents

Fees
None

Accessibility

Languages

Contacts

Service Areas

• Dorchester