Stillwater Mobile Meals
A United Way Agency | Established 1972
Stillwater Mobile Meals
About Us
Established in 1972, Stillwater Mobile Meals is a non-profit organization that delivers hot, nutritious noontime meals to the elderly, homebound, and convalescing citizens of Stillwater. The meals are delivered by volunteers Monday through Friday. The goal of the Mobile Meals program is to help people maintain their independence and continue to live in their own homes as long as possible. By providing nourishing meals and friendly concern, we strive to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
Mobile meals is not a government agency and does not receive any federal or state funding. Mobile Meals is supported by the United Way and the Stillwater community. Mobile Meals charged $1.00 per meal when the program began in 1972. Meals have only increased to $4.00 today! If a client cannot afford the full cost of meals, arrangements are made to fit their budget. We do not want price to prohibit anyone from receiving Mobile Meals. We currently serve an average of 85 meals a day with a 14 route system and continue to grow year-over-year.
Our Misson
The mission of Stillwater Mobile Meals is to provide hot, nutritious meals to the convalescing, elderly or homebound persons in Stillwater. By providing nourishing meals and friendly concern, we strive to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
Our Values
The goal of Stillwater Mobile Meals is to help Stillwater residents maintain their independence and be able to live in their own homes as long as possible. We strive for continuous quality improvement in our service to the community.
Stillwater Mobile Meals
Volunteer With Us
Looking for a great charity to donate your time and bring joy to people? Stillwater Mobile Meals is the perfect place for you!
At Stillwater Mobile Meals we have fun! We enjoy bringing happiness to our clients and sitting and talking when we deliver meals. We also have a great time preparing the meals and coolers for delivery. Mobile Meals volunteer drivers are the backbone of our organization. Without them we would not be able to deliver our meals each day. Delivering takes approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour. If you would like to volunteer for Stillwater Mobile Meals please fill out the form below and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
Stillwater Mobile Meals Volunteer Form
Stillwater Mobile Meals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Mobile Meal?
Mobile Meals is a nonprofit organization that delivers a hot, nutritious noontime meal to the elderly, homebound, and convalescing citizens of Stillwater. Mobile Meals does not receive any federal or state funding. This charitable organization is supported by the United Way and the Stillwater Community.
Who can receive Mobile Meals?
Anyone living in the city limits of Stillwater that cannot adequately shop or prepare balanced meals for themselves is eligible. Age or financial status is not a factor. Each applicant is interviewed to assess their needs.
What type of diets are offered?
We are able to accommodate food for Low Sodium, Diabetic, Mechanical Soft (if you have trouble chewing or swallowing), Puree, Renal, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, and many more.
How much is each meal?
Each meal is $4.00, but can be subsidized based on need of the client.
What is served?
Each hot, nutritious meal provides a starch, a protein, and two vegetable servings. Also provided is a salad, bread, dessert, and your choice of milk or juice. each meal is set up on a six week rotation, so you will not be receiving the same meal everyday.
Can meals be cancelled?
Yes. Simply call the office by 10:00 AM with your cancellation. The number is (405) 742-5765.
How to become a client?
Call the Mobile Meals office and the Director will interview you over the phone at (405) 742-5765.
What is a convalescing client?
A convalescing client is one that has sustained an injury or illness and is temporarily unable to prepare a well balanced meal for himself/herself. Regardless of their age, we can provide this meal for them as long as needed.
How to donate?
You can send a check to Stillwater Mobile Meals, 1353 West 6th Street, Stillwater, OK 74074, or dontate online.
How does billing work?
At the end of the month, the volunteer driver brings the bill for the previous month with that day’s meal. You will be able to pay the driver at that time with either cash or check.
Who can volunteer?
Anyone at least 18 years old who wants to give back to the community by delivering meals.
Do you provide other services?
Yes. We have partnered with several agencies, businesses, and churches to provide:
- Homebound library service provided by the Stillwater Public Library.
- Free pet food delivery once a month provided by the Stillwater Milling Company.
- Yard/house work provided by United Way “Day of Caring”, OSU students, churches, and businesses.
Stillwater Mobile Meals
Leadership
Staff
Neilly Thomas
Director
Kelley Trumbull
Assistant Director
Board Members
Chairman – Bob Hunger
Vice-Chairman – John Jessen
Secretary – Julie Nowak
Treasurer – Robert Adamson
Director – Neilly Thomas
Members – Michelle Axtell, Tom Dearinger, Alice Fowler, Lonna Freshley, Carrie Hulsey-Greene, Tommy Shreffler, Jason Sigrist
Stillwater Mobile Meals
Contact Us
nthomas@stillwater-medical.org
Phone
(405) 742-5765
Address
1323 West 6th St.
Stillwater, OK 74074