Founded in 1972 as Mobile Meals of Topeka, Inc., Meals on Wheels of Shawnee and Jefferson Counties, Inc. delivers a hot meal Monday through Friday to homebound individuals in Shawnee and Jefferson Counties. The meals are prepared primarily at the Topeka West High School Cafeteria Kitchen by USD #501 and are delivered by volunteers.

Who is eligible for the home-delivered program?
Any citizen in Shawnee or Jefferson County who is unable to leave their home without assistance qualifies as homebound.

When are Meals on Wheels delivered to the homes?
The meal is served during a mid-day delivery Monday through Friday.

The meal program provides nutritionally balanced meals at noon, Monday through Friday. At the Friendship Meal Dining Centers one finds pleasant companionship, a variety of interesting group activities and practical information on diet and exercise. Both the meals and the information provided are designed to assist Seniors in remaining healthy and independent.