The ADRC Nutrition Program provides nutritious meals in Polk County and Burnett County through the ADRC Dining Program and Meals on Wheels® of Northwest Wisconsin.

The Meals on Wheels® program delivers hot meals to individuals who are unable to attend the dining sites and who meet the home-bound eligibility criteria, which are listed in the FAQ under “How Do I Start?”. Meals are delivered Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays by volunteers. Frozen meals are available for Wednesdays, weekends, and holiday closures upon request.

Each meal provided meets one-third of the recommended daily dietary allowances and includes meat or other protein, two servings of vegetables, one serving of fruit, bread, dessert, and milk.

One of our dedicated volunteers will bring a meal to your home, deliver it to your door, and greet you with a smile. Our volunteers love what they do and often build friendly connections with meal recipients, checking in during deliveries!

Effective July 1st, 2025 – Due to ongoing budget constraints, a waitlist is currently in place for meals provided at a contribution rate. Individuals age 60 and older who are homebound and interested in receiving home-delivered meals must complete an assessment to determine waitlist eligibility or may choose to pay the full meal cost of $12.00 per meal.

Home-delivered meal costs and suggested contribution amounts are as follows:

Individuals under 60 Years of Age (who does not reside with or is not married to someone 60+ who is eligible): $12 charge per meal. These individuals are required to sign an agreement indicating they can and will pay the full meal charge for each meal they receive.

Individuals 60+: $4-6 suggested contribution per meal for those who qualify. These participants are encouraged to contribute any amount they can afford.

Funding is provided by Older Americans Act (OAA) funds, state and county funds, private contributions, and participant payments/contributions.

Updated July 1st, 2025 – Due to ongoing budget constraints, a waitlist is currently in place for meals provided at a contribution rate. Individuals age 60 and older who are homebound and interested in receiving home-delivered meals must complete an assessment to determine waitlist eligibility or may choose to pay the full meal cost of $12.00 per meal.

Eligibility criteria for Meals on Wheels®:

• Age 60 and older who is frail; mobility issues by reason of illness, disability, or isolation; and has no one to prepare a meal for them. Individuals who are under 60 and are homebound can receive meals but will be required to pay the $12 charge per meal.
• A spouse of a person eligible for Meals on Wheels® regardless of age or condition, if the assessment concludes that this is in the best interest of the homebound individual.
• An individual living with a disability who resides with an eligible individual.

Contact the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372 for questions or to begin the enrollment process.

Contact the dining site where you receive your meals at least 24 hours (business hours) in advance to make meal changes, reservations, or cancellations. If you are unsure which dining site serves you, please contact the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372.

If you have a concern about a meal or did not receive one that was scheduled, please call the dining site from which you receive your meal.

Burnett Dining Sites (All):

• 715-349-2154

Polk Dining Sites:

• Amery: 715-268-6818
• Centuria: 715-554-1500

For matters regarding program policies, financial concerns, contributions, grievances, special events, or other nutrition program topics, please contact the ADRC at 877-485-2372 or adrc@polkcountywi.gov.

For monthly menu postings, anticipated closures, and special event announcements check this website, follow our Facebook page or subscribe to our newsletter, The Voice.

Our Facebook is your best source for last-minute updates such as closures due to unsafe weather, or notices about unforeseeable circumstances.

Here looking for volunteer information? MOW volunteer drivers deliver hot and cold meals to MOW participants who have mobility barriers in Polk and Burnett Counties.

They are not only in charge of ensuring each meal is delivered to the MOW participants in a timely manner but also provide a daily check-in to make sure everything is ok with the MOW participants. Knowing someone will be checking on their aging loved one four days a week, is an enormous relief for many caregivers.

MOW volunteer drivers donate their time using their own vehicle to deliver the meals and are reimbursed for their mileage at the current IRS mileage reimbursement rate.

To get involved and lend a hand contact us at 877-485-2372 or visit our volunteer page and complete the form at the bottom.