Program: Pioneer Ridge - Meals on Wheels
Organizations: Thunder Bay (City of)
Thunder Bay (City of) - City Hall - Corporate Services and Long Term Care Department - Administration of Seniors Homes
Description of Services:
  • Provides a home-delivered nourishing meal to individuals who are unable to prepare a meal on their own
  • Prepares meals according to individuals' diet requirements (includes hot soup and a hot entrĂ©e consisting of meat, starch, two types of vegetables and cold dessert)
  • Delivers meals through volunteers who provide regular social contact and check on the health and safety of the client
  • Offers volunteer opportunities for adults, service groups, corporate volunteers and students as drivers or servers
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    Requirements
    Fees: Service
    Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
    • Individuals 18 years of age and older who are unable to prepare adequate and nourishing meals on a day-to-day basis due to chronic illness or convalescence, lack of strength, skill, motivation, or cooking facilities

    • Individuals who do not have anyone else in the household able to help prepare meals

    • Individuals must be able to feed themselves, manage on weekends and be home to receive the meal

    • Respite care for family caregivers


    • Volunteers: 18 years and older
    Application:
    • Referral and application can be made by anyone (relative, friend, the prospective client, social worker, nurse, doctor)

    • Cancellations can be made 24/7, but to avoid charges call before 9 am on the day of delivery


    Volunteer Application is available on the website and can be submitted to the Program Manager at Pioneer Ridge, 750 Tungsten St
    Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
    Languages: English
    Contact Information
    Phone Numbers: 807-625-3667
    Website: www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-services/meals-on-wheels...
    Address: 750 Tungsten St
    Thunder Bay, ON
    P7B 6R1
    Map
    Location: Located on Tungsten St near Jasper Dr; behind Jasper Place
    Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm


    Meal Delivery: Mon-Fri 10:30 am-12:30 pm

    This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: May 6, 2025