“When
I was recovering from hip replacement
surgery I did not want to be dependent
on family and friends for meals. I am sure
my rapid recovery was aided by MEALS at
HOME, due to good nutrition and peace of
mind knowing I didn’t have to worry about
how I was going to get food.”
— Winnetka
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Services
What kinds of meals are available?
MEALS at HOME provides two meals a day, a lunch and a dinner.
These nutritious meals are supplied by St. Fances Hospital and Evanston
Northwestern Healthcare, and Three Crowns Park (formerly known as
Swedish Retirement Association). Medically prescribed diets such
as low cholesterol, low salt, salt free, diabetic, and renal are
available.
How and when are meals delivered?
Meals are delivered Monday through Saturday and also on holidays.
Meals are delivered between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. by caring volunteers.
What other services are offered?
MEALS at HOME offers a Friendly Visit Program at no fee to those who
receive meals. One may choose to have visits either in-home or by
telephone. Those who have participated in this program say they have
made great new friends.
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