Top 5 Meal Delivery Services for Older People

Meal delivery services can be a lifesaver for older adults who are finding that meal preparation is becoming too much for them.

We have shortlisted 5 meal delivery services suitable for the needs of older people. Scroll down to read more information about each one!

Top 5 Meal Delivery Services...

1. Wiltshire Farm Foods

Wiltshire Farm Foods has been offering its exceptional meal delivery service for the past 30 years. The company delivers scrumptious frozen meals, which are delivered for free straight to your door by our friendly local team in your area.

There is a selection of over 340 varied recipes to choose from, meaning that our customers never grow bored of their meals! Wiltshire Farm Foods uses sustainable ingredients whenever possible and is a member of the Ethical Trading Initiative, as well as a supporter of the British Food & Farming Industries. Wiltshire Farm Foods caters to a wide range of dietary requirements, including gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-fat options, to ensure there is something for everyone. Meals come in three sizes: standard, hearty, and mini, for those with a smaller appetite.

To find out whether Wiltshire Farm Foods delivers to your area, enter your postcode into the 'Enter Delivery Postcode' section of the homepage or their website. One of the many perks of using Wiltshire Farm Foods is that you can choose how often or how many deliveries you would like to receive. Customers are not tied into a contract, giving you the flexibility to start/stop receiving deliveries whenever you like!

There are 2 ways that you can order from Wiltshire Farm Foods: you can either browse and order from their website, or give them a phone call on 0808 239 110. Customers can also request a brochure with details of all the meal options by filling out an online form or by calling us.

2. Oakhouse Foods

Oakhouse Foods started its journey in 1994 with the ambition to create delicious, nutritious frozen meals that are quick and easy to enjoy at home. They pride themselves on going the extra mile for their customers and providing a personal experience. They achieve this through their friendly home delivery service where the same local driver delivers meals to your door, every time!

The company offers a solution for older people who find preparing and cooking meals a bit too taxing. They deliver frozen meals to your doorstep whenever you like. The only preparation required is popping the meal in the microwave or oven, making for a quick, easy and delicious meal.

Customers of Oakhouse Foods are presented with a selection of over 350 frozen meals and dessert options to choose from, making it impossible to get bored! Within the vast selection of meals, there is something for everyone, no matter what their personal preferences are, or how many intolerances they have. The meals are flash-frozen to ensure that all of the goodness and flavours are maintained.

To begin ordering from Oakhouse Foods, you will need to navigate to their website, where you will be able to browse their selection of meals and 'add' them to your bag. When you're at the checkout, you will be able to select a date and time that suits you best for delivery.

3. Parsley Box

Parsley Box was born when Founders, Adrienne and Gordon, struggled to find a good solution for Gordon's mum, who was living on her own and whom they were worried wasn't eating properly. The company delivers microwavable meals that can be stored in the cupboard for up to 6 months, saving space in your fridge or freezer.

The meals provided by Parsley Box are batch-cooked in UK kitchens and are of high quality. Their food is cooked using a special cooking method, similar to pressure cooking, where the food is sealed and then slow-cooked under a vacuum, which helps ensure that all flavours and nutrients are locked into the meals. Many of the meals on offer are gluten-free, and the company is looking to introduce vegetarian and vegan meals in the future to cater to more dietary requirements.

Customers do not need to sign up for a subscription to receive their delicious meals, and they can be ordered either online, via phone or by post, depending on the method you prefer.

Free next-day delivery is offered, provided the order total is above £29 and if the order has been placed online or via phone before 3 pm Monday - Thursday.

4. Apetito

Apetito offers a 'Hot Meals on Wheels' service in partnership with Wiltshire Farm Foods. In order to start receiving the Apetitos meal delivery service, you can contact your local centre or council. Once you have signed up, you will continue to receive meals unless you have requested to amend or cancel, which you can do anytime.

Customers can decide whether they would like to receive a hot meal up to 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and can choose from a wide selection of delicious meals. Apetito caters to a wide variety of requirements and special diets, including meals that are easy to swallow for those with dysphagia and those with smaller appetites. Apetitos' standard offering is a 2-course hot lunch, which can be upgraded to a 3-course meal for an additional charge. There are approximately 200 different meals in Apetitos' range, and diners will have a choice of up to five meals for each course.

Apetitos meals are delivered by a friendly team of qualified drivers who not only deliver meals but also check in on customers to ensure they are happy & well.  If they are concerned about an individual, they will immediately contact their next of kin. All drivers are DBS checked and carry identification badges at all times.

5. COOK

COOK was started by its Founder, Ed, in 1997 and along with talented chef, Dale, the pair opened a small shop in Fareham selling hand-prepared frozen meals. Since then, and after a lot of trial and error, COOK now has 90 shops across the UK, a home delivery service, a network of concessions in like-minded retailers, a puddings kitchen in Somerset, as well as 2 kitchens in Kent!

The way COOK works is that they cook high-quality meals and then freeze them using nature's preservative to lock in flavour whilst reducing waste, ready to send to your door! All of COOK's meals can be either microwaved or cooked in your oven.

To find out whether COOK delivers in your area, add a meal to your bag on the website, and you will be prompted to enter your postcode. This will then tell you information including whether they offer delivery to your address, how much you need to spend to get free delivery, what the minimum order requirement is and whether there is a click and collect option.