- 708 E. Michigan Street Indianapolis, IN 46202
- (317) 252-5558
- (317) 252-5559
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Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, we’re here to help find the right home delivered meal program. Participants (or their caregivers/loved ones) can apply directly without needing a referral, making it more accessible and flexible for those who want support proactively.
Each meal is thoughtfully prepared to meet dietary requirements– including low sodium options– and support the management of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, liver disease, kidney and heart failure, cancer, substance use disorder, and HIV/AIDS.
Supporting Individuals 55 And Older
This program is especially designed for older adults who are chronically ill, homebound, or need a little extra nutritional help. Seniors RISE ensures seniors have access to healthy food, social connection, and resources that help them live safely and comfortably at home.
Supporting Individuals Needing Home Delivered Meals
This program is open to children, teens, and adults who may have dietary restrictions or increased nutritional needs. DINE provides services that support healthy development, healing, and connection.
Each client will receive one hot and one cold meal each program day (M-F or M, W, F).
Nutritious Meals, Made Affordable for Everyone
Our meals are offered at a low, discounted price thanks to generous donations.
Each delivery has a simple flat daily rate.
If you qualify, we may be able to lower the cost even more! For details, please contact our office. 317-252-5558.
You’ll receive your bill at the beginning of each month for meals delivered in the previous month. For payment, we accept checks, credit or debit cards, and SNAP benefits
Nutritious Meals for Everyone, When You Need Them
Everyone is welcome to receive nutritious meals from Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana (MOWCI) – there’s no age requirement.
Need our meals? Just apply, provide a dietary prescription from your doctor, and submit payment for your first two weeks. After that, we’ll take care of everything!
Serving Marion County With Care
Since 1971, Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana (MOWCI) has proudly served residents of Marion County, Indiana.
If you’re applying for services for yourself or a loved one but live outside Marion County, we recommend using Find Meals, a resource from Meals on Wheels of America.
Simply enter the ZIP Code where meals are needed, and you’ll get a list of local resources that can help.
Nutritious Meals, Right On Time
Meals are delivered between 11 AM and 3 PM, except on major holidays. Most of our meals are delivered by friendly volunteers.
We do our best to arrive at the same time each day, but delivery times may sometimes vary based on volunteer availability.
If your meal is running later than usual, please call our office at 317-252-5558 – we’re happy to help!
Safe Paths, Safe Pets, Reliable Meals
We love our furry friends! But, for everyone’s safety, please keep them indoors in a secure, enclosed area during regular delivery hours. Our volunteers’ safety is very important to us.
If pets are outside and there isn’t a safe, clear path to your door, we’ll call and ask you to bring your animals inside. If we’re unable to reach you, your meal may not be delivered.
When roads are unsafe, we may cancel deliveries for everyone’s safety. We’ll do our best to contact you and share updates on our social media pages. Before winter begins, we provide emergency meal kits to help you stay prepared. If deliveries are cancelled, please use the items in your emergency meal kit until service resumes.
Planning Ahead for the Holidays
Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana (MOWCI) does not deliver on the following holidays:
Some holiday dates change each year, so please check your calendar to make sure you have access to food or your emergency meal kit on these days.
Nutritious Meals, Made Just For You
At Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana (MOWCI), we offer a wide variety of diets, including diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, and mechanical soft options.
We encourage clients to call our office to make sure we can meet your specific dietary needs.
Marion County, Indiana Residents.
Eligible Zip codes: 46032, 46033, 46077, 46107, 46113, 46142, 46183, 46201, 46202, 46203, 46204, 46205, 46206, 46208, 46214, 46216, 46217, 46218, 46219, 46220, 46221, 46222, 46224, 46225, 46226, 46227, 46228, 46229, 46234, 46235, 46237, 46239, 46240, 46241, 46250, 46254, 46256, 46260, 46268, 46278, 46280, 46290
Two Meals: 1 Hot Meal & 1 Cold Meal
Hot Meals Include:
Entrée
Potato/Starch
Vegetable
Cold Meals Include:
Sandwich and/or Salad
Milk or Juice
Fruit and/or Dessert
No. Clients do not select from a menu. Meals are planned in advance by healthcare facilities and vary each day.
We are partnered with various healthcare facilities throughout Marion County. All of our meals are designed to be lower in sodium, which makes them safe and appropriate for most medically-tailored diets.
*While all partnered healthcare facilities prepare standard low-sodium meals, only some are able to accommodate additional specialized diet types (such as Diabetic, Renal, Pureed, etc.).
Fill out a client application online or by mail. If mailing, please send your completed application to our office. Services will start in 5-7 business days after receiving the application and the payment for the first 2 weeks of meals. Payment is non-refundable.
There is a small fee associated with our services. You may qualify for a reduced rate if you receive assistance such as SNAP Benefits, SSDI, Medicaid Disability, SSI, Energy or Trustee Assistance, or if you are a Veteran or the spouse of a Veteran.
A one-time, non-refundable $5 application fee is due upon submitting your application, along with payment for the first two weeks. Two weeks is the minimum length of service we offer.
Please mail your personal check or money order (payable to Meals on Wheels) or contact our office for information on how to pay by credit/debit card or EBT card.
Meals on Wheels sends a bill monthly. Payment is due on the 10th of each month. If we do not receive your payment by the end of the month, we will send a letter of inquiry. Although it is a situation we hope to avoid, if we do not receive a response, your meal delivery will be canceled.
If you have a Medicaid Waiver (Pathways or Health & Wellness Waiver), please contact 317-252-5558 (option #2) to speak with our Medicaid Specialist for more information.
Between 11 AM and 3 PM. We cannot guarantee delivery times, but please be assured that we are trying to get your meals to you as quickly as possible.
If you have pets in the home, we kindly ask that they are secured during delivery hours. This helps ensure the safety of both your pets and our delivery drivers.
You must leave a cooler or insulated bag with a cold ice pack inside for meal delivery. Failure to do so will result in non-delivery and you WILL be billed for those meals. Your emergency contact will be notified.
While we appreciate the generosity, please do not tip the drivers! If you’d like to help, a $5 donation to Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana provides a meal to someone in need. For more information on how to donate, please call our office.
Meals on Wheels offers a frozen meal program for weekends or emergencies. Each delivery includes four complete meals with varied ingredients, conveniently packaged in a single case and delivered to your door. Meals can be heated in a microwave or oven. To order please call our office. Cost: $32 per delivery.
To avoid medical emergencies, take your medication on schedule. If meals are delayed, have a light snack first, and consult your physician about appropriate options.
To cancel services, you must call our office; please do not ask our delivery team to cancel your services. We are only able to pause services for absences of 3 consecutive days or more. Short term cancellations (1-2 days) cannot be accommodated. If you need to cancel for 1-2 days, we can stop deliveries to your address, but you will still be charged for those meals.
If you are dissatisfied with your meals, please call our office. We will make every effort to resolve the problem.
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