Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels offers more than nutritious food – we provide compassionate care with each meal, including a friendly visit and a welfare check, ensuring your clients feel supported, safe, and connected to their community.
With hundreds of happy clients across the region, we deliver personalised, high-quality meals tailored to meet the specific needs of your clients. Our commitment to clear communication, flexibility, and dedicated service gives you peace of mind, knowing your clients are in good hands.
Empowering Independence & Connection
Social Connection
Our volunteers provide more than just meals – they offer friendly faces and a sense of community, helping reduce isolation and loneliness for seniors living at home.
Nutritious Meals
Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels deliver wholesome, nutritious meals tailored to the dietary needs of our clients, supporting health, independence, and well-being.
Peace of Mind for Families
Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels gives families peace of mind, knowing their loved ones are receiving nutritious meals and a regular check-in from a trusted volunteer.
Supporting Your Clients with Ease and Care
Learn how Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels can help meet the needs of your clients, offering nutritious meals and ongoing support.
Refer Your Client for Meals
Simply refer your client to Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels to ensure they receive high-quality, nutritious meals delivered directly to them.
Personalise Meal Plans
Choose from a range of meals tailored to meet dietary needs, and select preferred delivery days to fit your client’s schedule and lifestyle.
Volunteer Delivery with a Personal Touch
Our trained volunteers deliver meals, offering not just food but also a friendly check-in, ensuring your client’s well-being and peace of mind.
Ongoing Care and Support
Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels ensures continuous, reliable meal deliveries with regular communication. If we notice your client is unwell or in need of additional services, we’ll contact you to ensure they receive the care they deserve.
Connect a Client
Where Meals Meet Meaningful Connections
Peace of mind knowing Meals on Wheels isn’t just ‘Drop & Go’—we stay, chat, and ensure your clients are supported every step of the way.
FAQs for Meal Providers
1. What makes Meals on Wheels different from other meal providers?
Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels offers more than just a meal – our volunteers provide a friendly visit, a welfare check, and personalised care. We are a local, community-driven service with flexible meal options and direct communication with providers.
2. How does the pricing work for Home Care Package clients?
Our pricing follows a 70/30 funding model, where 70% of the meal cost is covered by the Home Care Package and 30% is contributed by the client. This ensures affordability while maintaining high-quality meal service.
3. Can Meals on Wheels cater to special dietary needs?
Yes! We offer a range of meals tailored to dietary requirements, including low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, texture-modified, gluten-free, and more.
4. How do I refer a client to Meals on Wheels?
Referring is simple:
- Fill in an online referral form (link to referral form) or contact us on 07 4151 5825 for urgent referrals.
- Our friendly team will contact you or your client to arrange meal delivery and ensure a smooth start.
5. Will I be notified if my client is unwell or requires extra support?
Yes. Our volunteers do more than deliver meals—they check in on clients. If we notice any concerns about a client’s health or wellbeing, we will contact their listed support contact.
6. How flexible is meal delivery?
We tailor meal delivery to suit your client’s needs, including daily deliveries Monday to Friday or bulk drop-offs.
7. Can clients pause or modify their meal plans?
Yes! Clients can update their meal plans, change delivery frequency, or pause service whenever needed. There are no lock in contracts like other meal delivery services.
