Program areas at Meals on Wheels New Mexico
Meals Program: In 2022 Meals on Wheels New Mexico (formerly Meals on Wheels of Albuquerque) delivered 142,305 meals to over 1,200 hungry neighbors across Albuquerque and New Mexico. We are the only home delivered meal program in our area preparing eight different types of special diets. We prepare these special diets for a variety of needs, including diabetes, renal failure, heart issues, chewing and swallowing problems, etc. Through grants, donations, and the support of the community we can provide free or subsidized meals to those who meet income guidelines.
Pet ProgramOur Pet Program provides healthy food and more to our clients pets. Having a pet is proven to ease depression and relieve feelings of isolationsomething many of our clients struggle with daily. Services include food, mobile or emergency veterinary care, mobile grooming, dog walks, emergency boarding, pet pantry items, and more. In 2022 we provided Pet Program services to over 50 pets!
Local HarvestThrough our Local Harvest program, Meals on Wheels New Mexico is purchasing locally farmed fruits and vegetables for use in our meals. The program allows us to support local farmers, our economy, and the environment while providing our clients with fresh and healthy produce that they would be unable to obtain on their own. In 2022, Meals on Wheels purchased over 50,000 pounds of local product for use in our foods!