Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels provides a hot, 1/3 RDA nutritionally balanced meal to residents of Sussex county who are aged 60 and older, homebound, isolated, and unable to prepare meals independently. This service is available five (5) days per week and frequency of delivery is based on each client’s individual needs.  Weekend meals are provided to individuals who have no outside help and unable to provide themselves a meal.  Some meals can be tailored to client’s dietary needs and/or restriction options such as gluten free, chopped or pureed meals.

After referral from the Sussex County Division of Senior Services, a full assessment of client needs and eligibility is completed by the Community Support Service Provider.  Reassessments occur every 6 months to determine continued eligibility in the program.

Clients receiving Meals on Wheels also receive a brief visit with a staff member or volunteer who is delivering the meal, as this may be the only social contact a client may have all day.  The staff and volunteers serve as the eyes and ears of the client’s family and agency. They report back any noticeable changes or difficulties the clients may be having, so that additional resources or assessment can be provided to help meet the needs of the clients served in the program.

For referral to the program the client or family member should call the Sussex County Division of Senior Services at 973-579-0555 and speak with a social worker. 
 

48 Wyker Road
Franklin, NJ 07416
Phone: (973) 209-0123  option 1