L.A. Care is happy to present the Meals As Medicine program! This program helps Members learn about healthy foods and good eating habits. It also offers meals that are sent to their home at no cost.
Program Benefits
When you join, you get:
- Healthy meals tailored to your health needs.
- Meals sent straight to your home.
- At least 2 meals per day up to 12 weeks.
- Time with an expert to learn more about healthy eating.
Eligibility
To join the program, you must be an active member with Medi-Cal. You must also have one of the following:
- A disease or health condition that is long- term. This may include diabetes, cancer, stroke, heart failure, or other conditions of the heart. This may also include certain lung problems, HIV, or a mental health need.
- A high-risk pregnancy, or have a condition that is high- risk soon after giving birth.
- A recent discharge from the hospital or nursing facility after treatment.
- Widespread health needs that need to be managed.
During the program, you must be able to receive a meal delivery every week. You will also need to store and prepare the meals properly.
Other restrictions may apply.
To learn more, please contact the Health Education Department at (855) 856-6943 (TTY:711). You may call Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.