Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana considers all applicants eligible to receive services and referrals to our home-delivered meal program as eligible to receive services based on guidelines as set forth by their funding source. In Marion County and other areas across the state, Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana may, from time to time, be required to place a
new Meals on Wheels applicant(s) on a temporary waitlist. When applicable, please read our waitlist policy. ONLINE CLIENT APPLICATION FORMMailed Client ApplicationMeals on Wheels has no waiting list. New clients typically begin receiving meals less than a week after signing up for services! This form may be completed by the client, or by a caregiver on behalf of the client. Please print the form, fill it out and mail it to Meals on Wheels with a check or money order for $80.00 to cover application costs and the first two weeks of meals. Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana – 708 E. Michigan St. Indianapolis, IN 46220 CLIENT APPLICATION FORMGiving you the highest success rate for reducing hospital readmissions, specific to your medical needs which provides proper nutrition to maintain quality of life. READ MORE Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. READ MORE Apply NowNew clients typically begin receiving meals less than a week after signing up for services! READ MORE Privately FundedMeals on Wheels is privately funded. 88 cents of every dollar goes towards our clients, which means your donations will be noticed and have an immediate impact. READ MORE The More You Know - Education & AdvocacyOur Current Sponsors
VOLUNTEERS MAKE OUR WORLD GO ROUND!Volunteering with Meals on Wheels is easy. Due to training, we ask for a minimum of one delivery per month. Click here to volunteer, and remember We Deliver Smiles!EligibilityThank you for applying for Meals on Wheels of Hancock County deliveries. Specifying your need for meals and any diet restrictions, along with a prescription from your doctor and $10 application fee, are the only requirements to receive Meals on Wheels deliveries. There is no age or income restriction for our services. Please complete the online application below with info needed to join our weekday meal delivery program. This includes the $10 application fee paid upfront, or billed with your first invoice. Meal cost and discount rates based on annual income or federal poverty level guidelines. Please have your doctor fax your Rx to (317) 468-4822. Once your application and prescription have been received, it takes approximately one week to begin services (exceptions for emergency situations). Typically, if prescription and application are received no later than Thursday morning of any given week, meal delivery can begin the following Monday. For common questions, visit our FAQ page at mealsonwheelsonline.org/faqs. Please note: Clients must stay on our service at least 10 business days and a minimum of two days per week. Clients who cancel service before that time will be charged for any remaining days. A Quick Video Message from Lynda Kosh, Executive DirectorHow do you get Meals on Wheels in Indiana?CLIENT APPLICATION FORM
For further details or an information packet, please contact us at (317) 252-5558 or by e-mail at [email protected].
How much does Meals on Wheels cost in Indiana?Cost is $7.00 for the Combination of (1) Hot Meal & (1) Cold Meal on the same day. Hot Meal only is $5.00 per day. Cold Meal only is $4.00 per day.
Are wheels meals free?Seniors, the disabled and homebound can receive free or low cost meals and other food delivered to them from a Meals on Wheels program near them. The service is provided by thousands of volunteer groups and non-profits across the nation.
How do I refer to Meals on Wheels?Call us at 1-800-AGE-LINE (1-800-243-5463) Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. about how to get started.
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