Support at Home Meal Services for Seniors Living Independently

If you or someone you care for is finding it harder to prepare meals at home, the Support at Home (SaH) program can help.

This government-funded program supports older Australians to live safely and independently in their own homes—and one of the key services available is meal preparation and delivery.

This guide explains who can receive meal services under Support at Home, how it works, and how to get started.

What is Support at Home?

The Support at Home program replaced older aged care programs to provide a simpler, more flexible way to access services at home.

It is designed for:

• Seniors living independently who need some support
• Older Australians who want to remain at home longer
• People who need help with daily tasks like meals

Support at Home includes services such as:

• Personal care
• Cleaning and household help
• Transport
• Health and wellbeing support
• Meal preparation and delivery

If cooking or managing nutrition has become difficult, meal services can help you stay well and independent.

Who is eligible for meal services?

You may be eligible if you:

• Are aged 65 and over (or 50+ for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people)
• Live at home and want to remain independent
• Have difficulty shopping, cooking, or preparing meals
• Have been assessed through My Aged Care

Support at Home is designed to provide the right level of help while allowing you to stay in control of your daily life.

What does meal support include?

Under Support at Home:

• You can receive prepared meals delivered to your home
• Meals are ready to heat and easy to enjoy
• Funding covers the service (cooking and delivery)
• You may pay a small contribution toward food costs

This makes meal delivery both affordable and convenient.

How to get started

Getting meal support is simple:

1. Contact My Aged Care (1800 200 422)
   Arrange an assessment
2. Complete your assessment
   Let them know if you’re finding it difficult to cook or eat well
3. Get approved for meal services
   Meal delivery can be included in your Support at Home plan
4. Choose a provider
   Select a service like Meal Fresh Kitchen
5. Start receiving meals
   Enjoy fresh meals delivered regularly to your home

Why meal delivery helps seniors living independently

As we age, preparing meals can become more challenging due to:

• Reduced mobility or strength
• Fatigue or health conditions
• Difficulty standing or cooking safely
• Loss of appetite or routine

Meal services help you:

• Enjoy regular, balanced meals
• Stay independent at home longer
• Reduce the risk of malnutrition
• Avoid stress around cooking and shopping
• Maintain dignity and routine

Fresh Meals from Meal Fresh Kitchen

Meal Fresh Kitchen provides fresh, chef-prepared meals made in Melbourne, designed for seniors and Support at Home clients.

• Fresh meals, never frozen
• Weekly changing menu for more variety
• Balanced and nutritious
• Ready in minutes
• Options for different dietary needs

From classic comfort meals to culturally inspired dishes, we make healthy eating simple.

Want to learn more?

Ask us for a free Meal Delivery Guide for Support at Home clients.

📞 Contact Meal Fresh Kitchen today to check availability in your area and start enjoying fresh, easy meals at home.