Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula

Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula (MOWMP) serves all areas of the Monterey Peninsula and select areas in the Salinas Valley and throughout broader Monterey County. Of all seniors served, 81% are considered extremely low to low income according to the 2023 income guidelines by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. MOWMP subsidizes more than 91% of the costs of meals, delivery, and other services provided, regardless of a seniors' ability to pay. Further subsidies are provided for seniors who are experiencing severe financial difficulties. For fiscal year 2022-23, MOWMP served over 1,100 homebound seniors with 276,000 meals, daily safety checks and friendly visits from more than 525 trained volunteers. MOWMP clients report improved health, security, independence, and overall wellbeing. For millions of Americans, Meals on Wheels programs like MOWMP are literally the difference between remaining in their own homes and needing to relocate to a skilled care facility. The nutritious meals, friendly visits, and safety checks help clients cope with three of the biggest threats of aging: hunger, isolation, and loss of independence. Research proves that when seniors have adequate nutritional and social support, they gain a greater quality of life, need fewer hospital stays and live longer.