Meals on Wheels People

OUR VISION

No senior will go hungry or experience social isolation.

OUR MISSION

We enrich the lives of seniors and assist them in maintaining independence by providing nutritious food, human connections, and social support. We also use our expertise and capacity to serve other nutritionally at-risk populations.

OUR IMPACT IN CLARK COUNTY

Since 2006, our service in Clark County has only deepened. Last year alone, we delivered over 165,700 meals to more than 1,740 older adults across the county. But our mission goes beyond meals. With the help of more than 405 dedicated volunteers, we provide companionship and social support, helping our older neighbors to live independently and with dignity.

Our efforts are buoyed by The Diner Vancouver, where every purchase and donated tip supports our mission to end hunger and social isolation among older adults in Clark County.

INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS BORN IN CLARK COUNTY

Pet Program: 
Recognizing that pets are family, too, our Pet Program, initiated in Clark County, ensures that seniors don't have to choose between taking care of their furry companions or themselves. This unique initiative supports the well-being of both our seniors and their pets, affirming the importance of the bond they share.

Diners Club: 
Another pioneering effort started here in Clark County is our Diners Club program. It offers older adults an expanded range of menu choices, greater flexibility in dining times, and the wonderful opportunity to dine out with loved ones at participating restaurants throughout Clark, Multnomah, and Washington counties.

SANDRA'S STORY

For the first time at the age of 72, Sandra is facing the world on her own. Sandra does not drive, and having a disability and no one to assist her, she is faced with challenges every day. It’s a stark reminder of the isolation many in our community experience, especially in their golden years. 

“Living alone is very difficult when you don’t drive and you’re facing disability,” she says. “I don’t have someone to help take care of me.” 

Then she learned about Meals on Wheels People. Once a week, a volunteer delivers meals right to her home in Vancouver, and another volunteer reaches out by phone through our Friendly Chats program. “It’s like you have a connection with the outside world,” she says. “Meals on Wheels People has meant a lot to me for that reason. I get all this encouragement and healthy food. You get little snacky stuff, too. I love opening that bag and seeing what’s hidden in there. I didn’t know it was such a great program.” 

Sandra's story underscores the critical need for support systems that Meals on Wheels People provides in Clark County, offering not just meals but human connection, easing the burden of those who, like Sandra, find themselves navigating life's later chapters alone.

OUR STORY

Founded in 1970 by three visionary women, Meals on Wheels People has been driven by a simple yet profound mission: ensuring that no senior goes hungry or feels alone. From our early days of delivering nutritious meals to older neighbors in need, we’ve grown into a community lifeline, offering food, friendship, and a connection for thousands of older adults in Clark County.