Meals on Wheels of RI, Inc.

Meals on Wheels of RI is a private-nonprofit organization dedicated primarily to meeting nutritional and other social needs of the elderly; thereby helping them to maintain their independent lifestyle.

Description:
We are a multidimensional agency focused on providing nutritious meals for elders both at home throughout RI and in congregate sites in the city of Providence. In addition we provide full case management services and an emergency food pantry for elders in Providence.

History:
Meals on Wheels of RI began in February 1969, in office space donated by Grace Church in downtown Providence. It started with 10 volunteers from various churches serving 17 clients on a single route in Providence. It has since grown to include approximately 2,000 clients a day on 120 routes throughout the state. In the fiscal year ending December 31, 2007, 557,207 meals were served to over 4,328 frail people. In addition, Meals on Wheels of RI provides almost 300 daily meals at 17 sites throughout Providence including 2 Kosher sites.

Contact people:

Osvalda "Ozzie" Silva, Volunteer Coordinator, (401) 351-6700, (email) Diane Brissette, Program Director, (401) 351-6700, (email)

Office fax number: (401) 351-6724

Address:

70 Bath Street Providence, RI 02908 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.rimeals.org

Directions:

Please call for directions

Miscellaneous Information

Handicap accessible?
	Yes
Interests Served:
	Helping People in Crisis
Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers?
	Yes
What type of organization
	Nonprofit 501(c)(3)

Last updated on September 1, 2009