The meals, which must meet FDA requirements, are prepared by one vendor under contract with Cobb County. At this kitchen the meals are heated, put in insulated containers and then delivered to designated sites. From these sites volunteers take the meals to the homebound client. This could be the only hot meal the client has that day. Supportive services are provided by the volunteers.
Volunteers are a link of information between the client and the caseworker.
Through this contact the volunteers bring back client problems, concerns or needs for further services. The daily volunteer visit also provides personal contact with the client. There are times when the client has fallen or became ill and the Meals on Wheels volunteer was the first to call for medical assistance. The social aspects of the Meals on Wheels program is often overlooked and in many cases is paramount for the mental health of the client. To support the Meals on Wheels Program, a Resource Campaign is ongoing.