Elder Services of Okaloosa County provides essential support services for the elderly, including personal care, companionship, and home health assistance, ensuring they maintain independence and dignity in their own homes.
Elder Services of Okaloosa County is the designated Lead Agency for the Community Care for the Elderly (CCE) Program in Okaloosa County. The CCE program was created by the Florida Legislature to assist functionally impaired elderly persons to live dignified and reasonably independent lives in their own homes, or in the homes of relatives or caregivers.
“Meals on Wheels helps us a great deal. My husband is immobile and bedridden, and having his afternoon meals delivered is a huge help. Being his 24-hr a day caregiver would be more difficult without this wonderful service. Thank you, Pat Reynolds ”
“My wife gets a break from cooking because Meals on Wheels is part of our life. We thank you very much. –Don L. Reynolds ”
“Your people are wonderful! They add a touch of joy to each day, if it is just a quick drop-off or by spending a minute with me and giving a pet to my dog. Thank you to each and every one. I love you. Christine Ater ”
“I feel so honored to receive my meals. I love the variety and the care that goes into meal I’m so grateful.” Thank you, Alice Barnes”
“Great program — it keeps me at home and not in a (nursing) home. Thank you. Louis Beck ”
“I wish to thank all the supporters of M.O.W. This has been a healthy, happy occurence in my life, as I am older and unable to participate in much of my housekeeping & personal care at this time. You sure make my life easier and healthier. The food is always good and very healthy. My doctor is very happy about my blood count and weight. Prior to MOW it was all wrong — too much junk food. Meals on Wheels has relieved me from many of my past concerns. I am a healthy 84 year old. Thanks to our special people at M.O.W. who give of their time and energy for all of us. Thank you, Mary L. Shelley ”
“It is nice not having to worry about what I am going to eat, and the food is better than what I would be able to prepare. I no longer drive, so shopping is also a challenge. I appreciate the work that goes into the preparation and the delivery, as I used to deliver many years ago. Thank you to Everyone! Edwina Welch”
“Wonderful volunteers, excellent meals at a reasonable price. Meals on Wheels has helped us out a lot. Thanks so much for what you do! Dave Davis ”
“This service is a miracle, a true blessing. Thank you to everyone involved, from food prep (wonderfully prepared) with care. Thanks to all the people who deliver. Everyone is wonderful Bless Meals on Wheels, thru God it keeps us alive. Bless you all so very much. ~Anonymous Client Survey”
These reviews submitted by Marti Lindell, Coordinator for Meals on Wheels of Okaloosa County
I really don’t know what I would have done without the help I’ve received from Anne and Elder Services of Okaloosa County. For me the meals on wheels program was a life saver and has put my mind at ease that I’ll have food.
My mother started using Elder Services a little over a month ago. They have been great in providing care items as well as Meals on Wheels. Thank you Cheryl and staff.
My mother began using elder services a few months ago. The staff were extremely helpful getting the process started and taking care of an immediate need that we had for my mother. The services she receives has been top-notch and we know the people who work there care very much about their clients Our family receives great peace of mind knowing Mother has a new extended family with elder services.
All the assistance the they have given me is so extremly helpful. My case worker Cheryl Vigren has been AWESOME! She goes above & beyond any expectation w/ the knowledge and care she has! I am truely thankful for all they/ she have been doing for me!
~Gina Jackson