The Albuquerque Meals on Wheels Mission Statement:

"We succeed in being the best at nourishing bodies and spirits with balanced meals and friendship."

History: 

MOW was established in 1971 by members of the DARE Circle at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, responding to a challenge to help prevent people from prematurely entering nursing homes or long-term care. Since 1972, Albuquerque Meals on Wheels (MOW) has served over 2 million meals, has grown to provide a variety of nutritional services, and has expanded its service area to include more isolated areas by collaborating with non-profit agencies throughout the state.

Currently: 

Albuquerque Meals on Wheels (MOW) delivers approximately 550 meals per day, totaling over 140,000 in 2007. Most importantly, MOW is the only agency outside of hospitals and long-term care institutions with the capacity to provide special-diet meals.  Because today’s seniors experience a variety of health concerns, MOW knows it is crucial to provide nutrition appropriate for each senior’s medical condition. 

What's New:

• MOW also delivers meals to several local Senior care centers, including PACE Total Community Care.

• Meals on Wheels has also re-opened its Deli at Northside Presbyterian Hospital - open Monday - Friday, from 8 - 1:30 pm.  All proceeds go directly towards supporting the Mission of Albuquerque Meals on Wheels.

2008 Executive Committee:

Sharon Rogers , President
Senior Community Relations Liaison, PNM Resources

Howard Miller, 1st Vice-president
General Manager, Creamland Dairies

Mike Cunnington, Treasurer
Vice-President for Commercial Loans Charter Mortgage

Nate Koontz, Vice-Treasurer
Vice-President, First Community Bank

2008 Board Members:
Troy Ferguson – Bank of America
Penny Goldstine – Adelante
Larry Jehle – Dental Source
Katy Marcotte – YMCA
Bernadette Martinez - Retired
Raymond Ojinaga – Bank of America
Steve Ross – APS Foundation
Jan Van Zant - Community Advocate

Meals on Wheels functions as an on-going collaboration between our Staff, Board of Directors, & a company of 400 volunteers.

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