About Us
Our Story
Caring for Our Community Since 1969
Meals on Wheels has served our community since 1969, helping people maintain their independence through nourishing meals and personal connection.
Today, Meals on Wheels – Central Okanagan is operated by the Central Okanagan Region Nutrition Society, a registered Canadian charity serving communities from Peachland to Winfield.
Our Meal Connection Program supports seniors, veterans, people living with disabilities, and individuals recovering from illness or surgery who need help accessing or preparing nutritious food.
Our volunteers are at the heart of our work. Each delivery brings a nutritious meal, a friendly conversation, and a wellness check. When volunteers notice a concern, our Client Care Team follows up with the client or their designated contacts.
Client payments, grants, and community donations work together to sustain the program and help keep meals affordable. Volunteers, donors, and community partners all play a part in making this care possible.
Together, we help people stay nourished, connected, and supported in their own homes.
Our Team
Melissa Magnusson — Manager
Candice Wilde — Client Care Team
Cassie Yagos — Client Care Team
Board of Directors
Steve Thompson — President
Audrey Carter — Treasurer
Dave McCoubrey — Director
Sally Godsell — Director
Bob McGregor — Director
John Deknatel — Director
Nickole Macauley — Director
Karen McDaid — Secretary
OUR HISTORY
Serving Our Community Since 1969
Meals on Wheels began serving our community in February 1969, building a lasting tradition of nutritious meals, volunteer service, and personal connection.
In 2001, the Central Okanagan Region Nutrition Society was formed as a separate entity to carry this work forward. The society became a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency on April 1, 2009.
Today, we operate as Meals on Wheels – Central Okanagan, helping people remain nourished, connected, and independent at home.