Charlottetown Meals on Wheels is a stand-alone not-for-profit organization. The Voluntary Resource Centre assists Meals on Wheels with their administrative work. If you would like more information or to sign yourself or a loved one up for Meals on Wheels, please give us a call at 902-368-7337. See other FAQs below!

Contact

Voluntary Resource Centre
81 Prince Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4R3
902-368-7337
VRC Executive Director: Keyshawn Bonamy | admin@vrcpei.org 
Meals on Wheels Assistant: JoeAnne Callaghan | joeanne@vrcpei.org 

FAQs

Where do you deliver?
Charlottetown Meals on Wheels delivers to the Greater Charlottetown area. If you are not sure if you are close enough to Charlottetown to receive meals, give us a call at 902-368-7337.

How much does it cost?
The cost is $4 a meal. When a client initially signs up for Meals on Wheels, we do require a 12-meal commitment and an initial payment of $48. After those first 12 meals, we reach back out to the client to make sure they are interested in continuing.

How do I sign up?
Give us a call at 902-368-7337. We will take your information (contact information, dietary restrictions, days you would like to receive meals, etc.) and then we will contact you in a few days to let you know where we can fit you into the schedule.

How can I pay for my meals?
We take cash and cheque to 81 Prince Street, Charlottetown or e-transfer to paymealsonwheels@vrcpei.org.

What do the meals consist of?
The meals consist of an entree, a starch side (bread, etc.), and a dessert. For example, you may receive lasagna with a garlic bread side and a brownie for dessert.

What if I have dietary restrictions?
We can accommodate most dietary restrictions – just let us know when you sign up! Though we do cater meals depending on dietary restrictions, there is no menu to choose from.

What if I need to cancel my meal?
We do take cancellations by phone (902-368-7337) until 9:30am the day of. If you call after 9:30am to cancel a meal, we cannot guarantee that we can cancel the meal and you may still be charged for it.

Do I need to be there to receive my meal?
Yes, we do require that you be present to receive your meal.

Are there any criteria to becoming a Meals on Wheels client?
There is no special criteria required.

I want to volunteer with Meals on Wheels! Who do I contact?
Just contact us at 902-368-7337 or send an email to admin@vrcpei.org.