About Meals on Wheels NEPA

Meals on Wheels of Northeast PA is one of the nations oldest organizations dedicated to feeding our aging population.  This video gives a brief overview of the program and how to qualify.

At Meals on Wheels NEPA, our mission is to not only feed our older population, but to be a lifeline for those who are most isolated and alone.  It takes a tremendous amount of volunteer time and donations.  If you have either to give, please help us.

Meals on Wheels of NEPA was one of the original agencies funded under the Older American Acts to provide nutritional services to home-bound older persons. The Agency’s founder, and first director, alerted the nation to the unmet nutritional needs of the elderly, during congressional hearings in the late 1960’s. From its modest origins in an unused hospital building, the agency has developed over the last FIFTY years to become the major provider of nutritional services to the elderly and disabled population of Lackawanna County, nourishing approximately 500 clients per day.

The Treasured Friends Furever pet program is free to anyone receiving home delivered meals.  Older adults are often vulnerable to loneliness, isolation, and depression- all of which contribute to the onset of other health problems. For many, bonding with a furry friend is the perfect remedy, providing a source of joy, companionship, and unconditional love.  

Meals on Wheels of NEPA is a proud member of Meals on Wheels America Association. Meals on Wheels America supports our non-profit agency with grant offerings, advocacy, and resources.