Meals on Wheels

Spruce Grove Meals on Wheels is a non-profit meal delivery program that provides a hot, nutritious noon-day meal to local residents who sign up for the service.

• Who is eligible?
• What’s included in a meal?
• What is the cost?
• When are meals delivered?
• What are the benefits of this service?
• How do I sign up?

Who is eligible?

Meals on Wheels is open and available to any Spruce Grove resident who is unable to cook for themselves or would benefit from some assistance getting a hearty, home-cooked meal on the table – no referral is required.

Residents who may benefit from Meals on Wheels include:

• Seniors
• New mothers/parents
• Individuals with disabilities
• Individuals recovering from illness or injury
• Individuals recovering from surgery

What’s included in a meal?

Each meal is prepared by a local catering company and is developed to follow Canada’s Food Guide , providing clients with a balanced and nutritious dish. Each hot meal includes:

• Soup
• Salad
• Hot entrée
• Dessert

What is the cost?

Each meal costs $8.93, which includes GST. Payment is collected once a month by the program's coordinator.

There is no contract to sign. Clients can use the service for as short or as long a time period as required and can stop meal delivery at any point. There are no cancellation charges.

When are meals delivered?

Meals are delivered Monday through Friday during the lunch hour, although clients can pick which day(s) of the week they would like delivery. All meals are delivered by volunteer drivers.

What are the benefits of this service?

In addition to receiving a tasty, home-cooked meal, Meals on Wheels also connects community members and helps build lasting relationships. Many clients and volunteers look forward to the company and enjoy the visit when meals are delivered. This helps create a strong network of people who care for and look out for one another and helps build a safe and healthy community.

How do I sign up?

For more information or to arrange meal delivery, call Jeri at 780-960-0529.