Meals on Wheels is more than a meal

The inspiring team at Bogan Food Service helps make up Meals on Wheels’ 75,000 strong volunteer network.

The ongoing efforts and dedication of Nyngan Meals on Wheels (MoW) volunteers will be celebrated as part of National Meals on Wheels Day on Wednesday August 26. 

New and current volunteers are welcome to come along for a cuppa at 11am in the Senior Citizens Hall at the rear of the library.

During the past year  these inspiring volunteers - right across the nation - have prepared and delivered a staggering 14 million nourishing meals to 60,000 people in need on a daily basis. But that’s not all.

“Our many thousands of amazing and inspiring volunteers don’t just prepare and deliver meals,” said Australian Meals on Wheels Association (AMOWA) President, Mr Nelson Mathews. 

“The key here is independence. We work closely with other community and health services to keep people engaged in their communities. If people have adequate nutrition, they remain active and involved. It’s all connected. Physical and emotional well-being is integral for maintaining good health.

“Living at home independently for as long as possible is precious. The Meals on Wheels service has assisted generations of Australians for over 60 years and will continue to do so for many more.  

“That’s worth a celebration.’’

 National Meals on Wheels Day is the ideal occasion to recognise, pay tribute and congratulate our volunteers whose commitment and support is immeasurable.” 

As well as freshly cooked and delivered meals Bogan Food Service also has a large range of frozen meals available to allow people to have more choice and flexibility.   These include mini meals, snacks, sweets and gluten free selections.

If you would like to volunteer or know someone who might benefit from Meals on Wheels, please contact the Home Care office on 02 68311 874.