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Since 1973 Prescott Meals on Wheels has been delivering well-balance, nutritional meals to homebound seniors and those with permanent or temporary disabilities.
Each week day our ten drivers embark upon their route to deliver meals to 10 to 20 citizens who need this assistance. For many, this will be the only hot meal they will receive during the day.
As a nation, we have a special responsibility to our vulnerable populations such as the elderly. Many of these Americans were raised in the Great Depression, they fought for our freedom in World War II and went on to make this nation a leader in the World. But in spite of living in “the land of plenty” many of these citizens find it hard to afford, obtain, or prepare the food that they so desperately need to stay healthy. Many have special nutritional needs and medical conditions that require balanced, wholesome and nutritious meals.
The challenge is great. Only a third of the funds needed to operate Prescott Meals on Wheels comes from governmental funding, and that is always at risk. For over 35 years the community has supported Prescott Meals on Wheels. In some years, it has been literally hand to mouth. Were it not for the efforts of over 150 volunteers and our sponsors, there is no question that we would be unable to meet the needs of our clients.
The Meals On Wheels Association of America had a chance to interview random people on the street about what came to mind when thinking of hunger. Please watch this surprising video:
We are able to seat 150 patrons in our attractive new dining room. Patrons are served cafeteria style by our volunteer staff from 11:15 am to 12:45 pm. Please refer to our menu to get an idea of the types of meals that are served.
Round tables with 6-8 chairs provide an excellent venue for conversation, and more than one discussion group meets on a scheduled basis to have conversation and lunch.
Our dining room includes several bookshelves of contributed books, magazines, and videos for purchase at a nominal cost. There is also a piano which on occasion is played by a regular patron for the enjoyment of our diners.
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