Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled

Established in 1969, Meals on Wheels for Western New York provides nutritional food services for senior citizens and disabled individuals. Located in Buffalo, N.Y., the agency serves more than 840,000 meals to over 3,200 local residents annually. Meals on Wheels for Western New York provide heart-healthy modified meals using low-fat milk and sodium-reduced meats. In addition, the agency s dietitians use sugar substitutes for puddings, cakes and cookies. It operates the Sunshine Nutrition Grocery Bag Program for low-income households. Meals on Wheels for Western New York also offers nutritional programs for pets. The agency provides emergency food assistance to those in need.