Meals on Wheels of Lancaster and Central PA Food Bank have developed a new partnership initiative. On a monthly basis, non-perishable boxes of food are provided to low-income seniors by utilizing a home-delivered model. The boxes contain goods such as canned goods, shelf-stable milk, juice, cereal and other nutritious foods. These goods are provided by the USDA. To learn more about eligibility criteria for this program, please contact us or the Central PA Food Bank: 717-564-1700 or visit centralpafoodbank.org.
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Everyone deserves fresh, healthy meals and to feel cared for. In our community, food insecurity is a real challenge—made harder when transportation is limited, when grappling with health concerns while living alone, or when cooking meals at home is no longer possible. That’s why our mission is to provide nutritious, home-cooked meals, delivered to your doorstep by a caring volunteer, to support your independence and well-being within the comfort of your own home.
We deliver more than food, however. Our volunteers bring kindness, a smile, and a quick check-in that helps ensure our clients are nourished— body and soul. Together, we’re working toward a vision where everyone in our community has what they need to live well at home. It starts with food.
Below you will find a wealth of information about the different diet types that we offer. Want to know if we serve your area? Check out our service map here. If you or someone you know would like more information, please contact us.

Diet Types
Regular Diet Meals
$9.50/day
With every delivery, our clients receive one hot meal (consisting of protein, vegetable, and starch) and a brown bag lunch (containing a sandwich OR salad, bread & butter, fruit, juice, milk, side salad, and dessert)
Gluten Friendly Meals
11.50/day
With every delivery, our clients receive one hot meal (consisting of a protein and two sides) and a brown bag lunch (containing a salad OR sandwich, bread & butter, fruit, juice, milk, side salad and dessert). Our gluten friendly meals are made without gluten but they are made in the same kitchen space where gluten is being used. *Meals will be labeled according to diet type to ensure that the food items included in your delivery are gluten friendly*
Therapeutic Diet Meals
$11.50/day
The diet types available are: Low Sodium, Cardiac, Renal, Low Vitamin K, and Mechanical Soft, Soft Foods, and Puree. *Diabetic Meals are available and are prepared according to ADA guidelines that advise specified calorie counts of 1500, 1800 or 2200. Please inquire for more information.
With every Therapeutic Diet Meal delivery, our clients receive: One hot meal (containing a protein, a starch, and a vegetable) and one brown bag lunch (containing bread & butter, sandwich, fruit, juice, and milk). *Meals will be labeled according to your diet type to ensure that the food items included in your delivery meet your dietary needs.*
*To receive any variation of a Therapeutic Diet we require a doctor’s prescription. These meals must be delivered five days per week, Monday through Friday.*
Vegetarian Meals
$11.50/day
With every delivery, our clients receive one hot meal (consisting of a protein and two sides) and a brown bag lunch (containing a salad OR sandwich, bread & butter, fruit, juice, milk, side salad and dessert). *Meals will be labeled according to diet type to ensure that the food items included in your delivery are vegetarian.*
Regular Diet Menu
Example of 6 week rotation
- Hot Meal:
- Salisbury Steak
- Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy
- Green Beans
- Cold Bag:
- Turkey & Cheddar Sandwich
- Coleslaw
- Peaches
- Pudding
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- BBQ Pork
- Sweet Potatoes
- Brussel Sprouts
- Cold Bag:
- Chef Salad
- Fruit Salad
- Yogurt
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Turkey Breast w/ Gravy
- Stuffing
- Ginger Carrots
- Cold Bag:
- Salami & Provolone Sandwich
- Macaroni Salad
- Mandarin Oranges
- Cookies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Parmesan Chicken
- Penne
- Peas and Carrots
- Cold Bag:
- Chicken Caesar Salad
- Applesauce
- Brownie
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Salmon w/ Dill Sauce
- Seasoned Red Potatoes
- Zucchini
- Cold Bag:
- Turkey Salad Sandwich
- Pasta Salad
- Pears
- Rice Krispy Treat
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken
- Tator Tots
- Corn
- Cold Bag:
- Egg Salad Sandwich
- Cucumber Salad
- Fruit Cocktail Cup
- Jell-O
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Yankee Pot Roast
- Parsley Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy
- Broccoli
- Cold Bag:
- Garden Salad
- Mandarin Oranges
- Banana Bread
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce
- Cauliflower
- Carrots
- Cold Bag:
- Lebanon Bologna & Swiss Sandwich
- Macaroni Salad
- Bananas
- Yogurt
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Pork Tacos
- Yellow Rice and Beans
- Plantains
- Cold Bag:
- Mediterranean Salad
- Mango Fruit Cup
- Cookies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Macaroni and Cheese
- Stewed Tomatoes
- Green Beans
- Cold Bag:
- Chicken Salad Sandwich
- Coleslaw
- Pineapple Cup
- Pudding
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Oven Fried Chicken
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Fiesta Corn
- Cold Bag:
- Ham & Swiss Sandwich
- Macaroni Salad
- Applesauce
- Coffee Cake
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Hamloaf w/ Pineapple Sauce
- Scalloped Potatoes
- California Blend
- Cold Bag:
- Chef Salad
- Fruit Salad
- Pudding
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Chili
- Cornbread
- 5-Way Mixed Vegetables
- Cold Bag:
- Tuna Salad Sandwich
- Pasta Salad
- Mandarin Oranges
- Jell-O
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Lasagna
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cold Bag:
- Chicken Caesar Salad
- Bananas
- Cookies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Potato Crusted Cod
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Cold Bag:
- Turkey & Cheddar Sandwich
- Potato Salad
- Peaches
- Yogurt
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Sesame Chicken
- Jasmine Rice
- Snap Peas
- Cold Bag:
- Egg Salad Sandwich
- Cole Slaw
- Pears
- Pudding
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Meatballs w/ Mushroom Gravy
- Buttered Parsley Egg Noodles
- 5-Way Mixed Vegetables
- Cold Bag:
- Mediterranean Salad
- Fruit Salad
- Coffee Cake
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Ham and Green Beans w/ Potatoes
- Carrots
- Corn
- Cold Bag:
- Salami & Provolone Sandwich
- Cucumber Salad
- Mandarin Oranges
- Cookies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Western Omelette with Salsa
- Sausage and Potatoes
- Seasoned Broccoli
- Cold Bag:
- Garden Salad
- Bananas
- Lemon Bars
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Vegetarian Lasagna
- Ginger Carrots
- Seasoned Green Beans
- Cold Bag:
- Chicken Salad Sandwich
- Potato Salad
- Pineapples
- Yogurt
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Chicken w/ Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- Stuffing
- Green Beans
- Cold Bag:
- Ham & Cheddar Sandwich
- Cucumber Salad
- Peaches
- Jell-O
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Meatloaf
- Mashed Potatoes
- Peas and Carrots
- Cold Bag:
- Chef Salad
- Applesauce
- Cookies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Farfalle w/ Alfredo Sauce
- Kielbasa
- Italian Blend Vegetables
- Cold Bag:
- Egg Salad Sandwich
- Macaroni Salad
- Clementines
- Coffee Cake
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Mushroom Swiss Turkey Burger
- Sweet Potatoes
- Brussel Sprouts
- Cold Bag:
- Garden Salad
- Pears
- Yogurt
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Maryland Crab Cakes
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Snap Peas
- Cold Bag:
- Lebanon Bologna & Swiss Sandwich
- 3 Bean Salad
- Bananas
- Chocolate Pudding
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Pesto Noodles
- Carrots
- Cold Bag:
- Tuna Salad Sandwich
- Coleslaw
- Pineapples
- Rice Krispy Treat
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Cheeseburger
- Baked Beans
- Corn
- Cold Bag:
- Chicken Caesar Salad
- Bananas
- Brownies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Chicken Pot Pie
- Sweet Potatoes
- California Blend Vegetables
- Cold Bag:
- Turkey & Provolone Sandwich
- Potato Salad
- Applesauce
- Lemon Bars
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Beef Stew
- Cornbread
- 5-Way Mixed Vegetables
- Cold Bag:
- Mediterranean Salad
- Fruit Salad
- Cookies
- Beverage Pack
- Hot Meal:
- Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Broccoli
- Cold Bag:
- Ham Salad Sandwich
- Pasta Salad
- Pears
- Yogurt
- Beverage Pack
Senior Food Boxes
Food for Thought Library
The Food for Thought Library celebrated its grand opening in May 2025! We have been gradually curating a creative space built to nourish minds and spark connection. Managed by staff and volunteers, our library offers books, resources, puzzles and games to the community at large. We exchange these materials with our clients through their home-delivered meals services to encourage them to stay active and engaged at home. Learn more here.
Lettuce Taco-bout Books Club
Lettuce Taco-bout Books Club was started in 2024 by the creative minds of our staff and volunteers! Their sense of community and love for reading helped bring the Food for Thought Library to life the following year. They meet every other month on Thursdays at 4 PM at Meals on Wheels. Each member of the book club makes a suggestion for the book to read, and the suggestion is drawn blindly. Everyone is invited to bring a favorite snack to share. Bring your curiosity and please join us! Learn more here.
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Community Resources
Here in Lancaster County, we have a very active community that wants to help you meet your needs. Meals on Wheels wants to help you get connected. Check out the number of resources that are available to you and jump right in!

Hunger Free Lancaster County

Lancaster County Office of Aging

Lancaster County Food Hub

Lancaster County Assistance Office

United Way of Lancaster County

Lancaster Downtowners
Service Area Map
We have grown exponentially over the years! We have merged with multiple Meals on Wheels programs over the years and we aspire to continue our growth. Take a look at this map to see which areas we service in Lancaster County. We deliver to the zip codes shaded in blue. All areas are approximate. Contact us for more information about the services we provide!