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MEALS ON WHEELS

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Since 1971, we’ve been hard at work to ensure no kupuna goes hungry. What started as a lunch wagon at ‘A’ala Park has transformed into the program that feeds hundreds of seniors each year. Our fully cooked, frozen meals are ready when you are – just warm them in the microwave when it’s time to eat!

Our Meals

Self-sufficiency comes in different forms, but for many, our kupuna meals are the key to living safely at home. We’re proud of our USDA-compliant meals, which reflect the local flavors that we all love.

Our Meals

Self-sufficiency comes in different forms, but for many, our kupuna meals are the key to living safely at home. We’re proud of our USDA-compliant meals, which reflect the local flavors that we all love.

Our Meals

Self-sufficiency comes in different forms, but for many, our kupuna meals are the key to living safely at home. We’re proud of our USDA-compliant meals, which reflect the local flavors that we all love.

“I’m eating better now with Meals on Wheels and the farmers’ market veggies. I don’t have to go shopping!”
-Edith, Meal Recipient

How it Works

Eligibility

Meal service is typically available to homebound individuals ages 60 and older who cannot shop for or prepare their own meals, spouses who are primary caregivers in need of respite, and younger individuals with disabilities in the household.

Payment

You may be eligible through the City & County Aging and Disability Resource Center or your health insurance provider for free meal services.

If you do not qualify for free coverage, you can purchase meals via credit/debit card, online pay, check or SNAP EBT card.

Delivery

Our volunteers deliver meals once a week. We deliver island-wide, no matter where you live on Oahu. Someone must be home to accept the deliveries, which typically take place Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00p.m.

Menu Items

The Meals on Wheels program offers a rotating monthly menu that consists of a variety of nutritious recipes. Here’s a glimpse of a few selections that a recipient may receive in their meal delivery:

Beef
Spaghetti | Beef Stew

Fish
Miso Fish | Furikake Fish

Eligibility

Meal service is typically available to homebound individuals ages 60 and older who cannot shop for or prepare their own meals, spouses who are primary caregivers in need of respite, and younger individuals with disabilities in the household.

Payment

You may be eligible through the City & County Aging and Disability Resource Center or your health insurance provider for free meal services.

If you do not qualify for free coverage, you can purchase meals via credit/debit card, online pay, check or SNAP EBT card.

Delivery

Our volunteers deliver meals once a week. We deliver island-wide, no matter where you live on Oahu. Someone must be home to accept the deliveries, which typically take place Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00p.m.

Menu Items

The Meals on Wheels program offers a rotating monthly menu that consists of a variety of nutritious recipes. Here’s a glimpse of a few selections that a recipient may receive in their meal delivery:

Beef
Spaghetti | Beef Stew

Fish
Miso Fish | Furikake Fish

Benefits

Health Improvements

Meals on Wheels seniors see a 30% decrease in hospitalizations.

Socialization

81% say Meals on Wheels helps their health.

Increased Quality of Life

Interactions with our volunteers and staff provide care and friendships for those who are isolated.

At Your Leisure

Meals on Wheels seniors see a 30% decrease in hospitalizations.

Textures for All

We offer minced, chopped, and pureed versions of meals.

Healthy

Our meals are reviewed by a registered dietician to ensure they provide at least 1/3 of the required daily nutrition.

Health Improvements

Meals on Wheels seniors see a 30% decrease in hospitalizations.

Socialization

81% say Meals on Wheels helps their health.

Increased Quality of Life

Interactions with our volunteers and staff provide care and friendships for those who are isolated.

At Your Leisure

Meals on Wheels seniors see a 30% decrease in hospitalizations.

Textures for All

We offer minced, chopped, and pureed versions of meals.

Healthy

Our meals are reviewed by a registered dietician to ensure they provide at least 1/3 of the required daily nutrition.

Frequently Asked Questions
Can I request my meals to be delivered on a certain day of the week?
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Typically, meals are delivered on specific days based on the neighborhood. Please contact us to see if we can meet your request.

What if I won’t be home to accept the delivery?
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Please contact us to let us know you will not be home.
What comes in a meal?
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Each meal contains an entrée, starch, vegetable, fruit, wheat bread, fortified margarine spread, and low-fat milk.

Do you offer medically-specific meals?
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We offer textured meals–pureed, minced and chopped—for those who have difficulty chewing or swallowing. We do not currently provide specific diets such as vegetarian or renal. If you are in need of a medical diet, please talk to your doctor about if our meals are right for you.

Do you offer temporary meal services?
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Yes! Meals are especially helpful during a recovery period, like after you’re discharged from the hospital, or when a caregiver needs a break. If you only want a few days or a week’s worth of meals, contact us about purchasing and picking up meals.

What if I don't eat certain meals?
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For those who don’t eat certain meals—for example, if you don’t eat pork—we are able to make substitutions. Note this will result in less overall variety within your menu.

How do seniors participate in the meals on wheels service?
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Seniors can participate in our meal delivery service by calling (808) 356-8519 or emailing [email protected].

What days are Lanakila Meals on Wheels open?
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Lanakila Meals on Wheels' office is open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Meal delivery service will occur once a week, which typically take place Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

What makes Lanakila Meals on Wheels different from other meals on wheels services on the island?
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Lanakila Meals on Wheels is Oahu's largest and only island-wide meal delivery service for seniors. Our meals are brought straight to your door, are USDA-compliant, and reflect the local flavors our kupuna know and love! Our program extends beyond meal delivery and includes opportunities for seniors to learn to use technology, access fresh produce, and engage in virtual gathering spaces.

If I volunteer with Lanakila Meals on Wheels, can I use my time volunteering as community service for high school, clubs, scholarships, or other programs?
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Yes! We welcome all types of volunteers to join us and we can vouch for your community service hours.

How can I volunteer with Lanakila Meals on Wheels?
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All individual and group volunteers must register through our online application. Typically, volunteers must be at least 16 years old, fully vaccinated against COVID-19, test negative for tuberculosis, pass a criminal background check, hold a clean driving record (for delivery drivers), and provide references. For more details, click here.