Meals On Wheels

The Shire of Coolgardie recognises that community members may require additional support during COVID-19 self-isolation requirements.

The Prime Minister advised on 30 March 2020, that due to COVID-19, “people aged 70 and over should stay at home and self-isolate for their own protection to the maximum extent practicable.”

In response to the pandemic, the Shire of Coolgardie, with support of the mining industry and other stakeholders, has launched a Meals On Wheels service for elderly residents.

The Shire identified the need for the service through its weekly wellness phone call check-ins with seniors in the community.

Beginning on 28 April 2020, the Meals On Wheels service provides a nutritious meal delivered to your door by a volunteer or Shire Officer twice a week.  

Eligibility

The following eligibility criteria must be met:

  • Age 70 years or older
  • Live in the Shire of Coolgardie (Kambalda and Coolgardie only due to food safety restrictions)
  • Have no dietary requirements. Unfortunately we are unable to cater for different dietary needs at this time.

Referrals

You can self-refer or alternatively referrals can be received from relatives, friends, carers or neighbours.

Submit an Expression of Interest to join the Meals On Wheels program by completing the form below. Please note, Expressions of Interest close each Friday at 4pm for meal delivery the following week.

Click here to submit your Expression of Interest

Delivery

Delivery days during the COVID-19 period are as follows:

KAMBALDA

Tuesday

Friday

COOLGARDIE

Tuesday

Thursday

 

Sponsors & Partners

Thank you to our industry partners who have helped launch the Shire of Coolgardie’s first Meals On Wheels program.

   

               

Project Updates

Project Update - 11 May to 22 May 2020

Project Update - 28 April to 8 May 2020

Questions

Please contact Bree Crawley at ecdc@coolgardie.wa.gov.au or (08) 9080 2111