The health new Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui Meals on Wheels service is designed for people who need assistance to maintain their independence at home.

You may be eligible for this service if:

• you are unable to prepare a hot meal without assistance due to either a medical condition or disability. (Please note: if this is due to an accident it is the initial responsibility of ACC. You can discuss this with your ACC case manager by contacting ACC. More information is available on the ACC website).

• you have no family/whanau or caregiver to assist you with meal preparation

• the provision of a regular meal is needed to maintain your health and prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital.

To apply for Meals on Wheels assistance, please speak to either your GP or another healthcare provider currently involved in your care.


Meals on Wheels in Whanganui and Marton

A hot or pre-frozen meal will be delivered to your door as close to midday as possible. The meals are prepared on-site by Whanganui Hospital’s food service provider and are delivered by Age Concern volunteers. Meals cost $ 6.70 each.

For further information about the Whanganui Meals on Wheels service, please contact the Meals on Wheels administrator on 0800 720 001.

For further information about the Marton Meals on Wheels service, please contact Graze Out caterers on (06) 327 4035 or 027 206 6699.


Meals on Wheels in Raetihi and Ohakune

A hot meal is delivered to your door on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, as close to midday as possible. If you require a meal for the other days of the week, pre-frozen meals can be delivered at the same time as your hot meals. The meals are prepared at the Waimarino Health Centre and delivered by members of the Waimarino community. Meals cost $6.50 each.

For further information about the Raetihi and Ohakune Meals on Wheels service, please contact the Meals on Wheels administrator on (06) 385 5019.


Meals on Wheels in Taihape

Taihape’s Meals on Wheels service is provided by Taihape Health Limited.

For further information about the Taihape Meals on Wheels service, please contact Taihape Health Limited on (06) 388 0926.