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Title
The future for Meals on Wheels? Reviewing innovative approaches to meal provision for ageing populations
Fields of Research (FoR) 2008:
Author(s)
Publication Date
2013
Socio-Economic Objective (SEO) 2008
Abstract
The global phenomenon of population ageing is impacting on how community care is delivered, and a key component of health and social care services for the frail elderly is Meals on Wheels (MOW), a service that has traditionally encompassed delivering meals to older people in their homes. However, aspects of this conceptualisation of MOW are being redefined in order to address challenges posed by tightening global financial contexts, a reliance on volunteers and increasing social isolation among ageing populations. Through a review of the literature and websites from selected countries (UK, USA, Canada, Australia), this article explores and critically evaluates models of MOW delivery addressing these challenges. Findings suggest that MOW services are utilising a marketised approach, moving outside of the home and incorporating diverse volunteer roles. These findings demonstrate how services such as MOW can develop sustainable approaches to service delivery in a contemporary context.
Publication Type
Journal Article
Source of Publication
International Journal of Social Welfare, 22(2), p. 141-151
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd
Place of Publication
United States of America
ISSN
1468-2397
1369-6866
Fields of Research (FoR) 2020
Socio-Economic Objective (SEO) 2020
Peer Reviewed
Yes
HERDC Category Description
Peer Reviewed
Yes
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