Lyle has always been social and passionate about food. But these days, getting out has gotten harder, and so has cooking.

Aster’s Meals on Wheels program was a great solution.

Lyle reached out to Aster’s Social Services department and was connected with Taylor, a Social Service Specialist, who quickly scheduled a visit to his home to assess his needs and situation. Upon learning more, Aster assisted him in applying for the Meals For You program, where he pays just $6.60 per meal for two home-delivered meals each week.

The meals are delicious and nutritious, he notes, and he is satisfied with the variety.

“I look forward to getting the menu each month,” he says. “Because the variety is fantastic, it’s always something interesting.”

Beyond the meals, however, there’s another important part of why the program benefits him.

For program participants, Meals on Wheels is so much more than a delivery, Program Manager Maria Aguero says.

“It’s a regular check-in to see how they are doing, what’s going on in their home, and what other services they might need.”

For older adults and their loved ones, it is peace of mind in knowing that someone who cares is there regularly, and can identify if something is amiss.

Lyle’s Meals on Wheels Monitor is Larry, a longtime member of Aster’s team.

“Larry is great,” Lyle says. “He really cares, he checks on me to make sure I’m doing alright.”

Lyle, who has been a part of the program for a year, hopes his story can inspire others to seek the resources they need to support them on the journey of growing older.

“Applying for Meals on Wheels is the best thing I’ve done for myself in a long time.”

Contact Aster Social Services to learn more about the program.

Get in Touch:

 Ramoncita Cocova, Director of Social Services

480-634-1659 l socialservices@asteraz.org