Stephen's Story

Stephen joined our Going Home program back in December 2021 after being in hospital for heart surgery. A nurse recommended it to him.   

“I’m very grateful that when I was down and out and I couldn’t hardly move you bring the food right to my door,” he said. “The meals are nourishing me back to health.” 

When asked why he has stayed on as a client after his Going Home complimentary meal period ended, he said “It’s just so convenient!” He really enjoys the meals and adds that the price can’t be beat. “I eat everything that you give me!” 

He mentions that his recovery has gone well and he’s feeling better now. He has reduced deliveries to three days per week because he can get out and get a few groceries for himself now but has recently been ordering a few extra meals from our My Choice Menu to have on hand as his appetite starts to pick up. An added bonus is that the special low-sodium diet he gets, which is good for his heart, helps keep his weight in control.   

He says Calgary Meals on Wheels has made him feel very welcome and very fortunate and sees how our service could be beneficial to the elderly folk in his downtown building. “The drivers are always happy, and the staff has been fantastic with helping me make changes to my schedule.” 

He likes our fish meals the most and says that the best part of the experience is “knowing that it’s here everyday. If I want it, it’s here. I know I’m not going to go hungry.” 

If you know someone who could be helped by our meals, please reach out to them. While we have thousands of clients all over the city, there are still lots of folks who don’t know about Calgary Meals on Wheels, or know that we can provide them with affordable, nutritious meals no matter the reason – we are here for everyone.  

And if you are able to, please give, so that we can continue rolling out the meals for our clients like Stephen and so many others who need our assistance.