Nutrition Programs
Meals on Wheels, Frozen Take-Out Meals, & Liquid Nutritional Supplements for Island County Residents Age 60+
Wondering what we are currently serving?
Eating well is key to a robust immune system and maintaining health and well-being.
Meals on Wheels
- Nutritious, well-balanced meals (that meet 1/3 of daily nutritional requirements for older adults) delivered to your home at noon by friendly volunteers. Provides essential human connection
- Client wellness checks provide information, resources, and a sense of security for family and loved ones
- For short-term and long-term needs. Delicious, healthy meals; most meals made from scratch; sugar free and gluten free meals available
Frozen Take-Out Meals
- Available Monday, Wednesday and Friday at locations throughout Island County; contact us to arrange pick-up
Liquid Nutritional Supplements
- Available by the case
- Doctor’s prescription required
- Suggested donation $30/case of 24
Eligibility
Recipients must be age 60+ (or the spouse of person 60+); unable to shop for and/or prepare a full meal; and at risk for malnutrition
Cost
Meals are provided “by-donation” and clients pay what they can. Donations are needed to keep the program running.
How do I arrange for Meals on Wheels?
Contact Emilly MacCormick, Meals on Wheels Intake Specialist. Contact information is phone 360-321-1615, email meals@islandseniorservices.org.
How do I obtain Liquid Nutrition Supplements?
Contact Debbie Metz, Nutritional Program Director. Her contact information is phone 360-321-1600 and email debbiem@islandseniorservices.org.
Senior Farmer’s Market Produce Vouchers available in June
Eligible low-income seniors will receive $40 worth of vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized farmers markets.
To be eligible you must be an Island County resident, and age 60+ (non-Native Americans), 55+ (Native Americans), and have income that does not exceed $2,096/ month for 1 person or $2,823/month for 2 people. Larger households, add $700 per person. Participating authorized farmers markets and farm stores will be posted when available and will be included with the vouchers.
For more information call (360) 321-1600 or 360-678-3373 ext. 0.
