Meals on Wheels (MOW)
Meals delivered to your home.
Introduction
Meals on Wheels (MOW) is a meal delivery service for clients who are unable to have regular meals otherwise.
Who is this service for
This service is meant for frail clients who:
- Cannot go out to buy or prepare their own meals
- Do not have a caregiver who can prepare or deliver them meals
Services provided
Lunch and dinner meals will be delivered 7 days a week islandwide, including public holidays, between these timings:
- Lunch: 10am – 1pm
- Dinner: 3.30pm – 6.30pm
The meals will cater to different dietary needs, such as:
- Halal
- Non-halal
- Vegetarian
- Special diets (eg blended or soft food)
To find MOW service providers near you, search this map using a postal code, address or your device’s current location.
Cost
The cost of each meal starts from $4, before any government subsidies.
To qualify for subsidies, your loved one will need to be a Singapore Citizen or PR. Subsidies are also means-tested (ie there is an income criteria).
Click here to find out more about means-testing.
You may also talk to a medical social worker at the hospital or polyclinic if you need help with the fees.
How to apply
Talk to your doctor at the hospital or polyclinic. They can help submit the application online.
You may also visit an AIC Link to get help with the application.
FAQs
FAQs
Household monthly income per person is the criteria used when there is a household income. (“Household” refers to the NRIC address)
It is calculated as the total gross household monthly income divided by the total number of family members living together in the household. Gross monthly household income includes basic employment income, trade/self-employed income, overtime pay, allowances, cash awards, commissions, and bonuses.
When there is no household income, Annual Value (AV) is used instead. AV is the estimated gross annual rent of a property if it were to be rented out, excluding furnishings and maintenance fees. It is determined by IRAS, and may be checked via IRAS website. Subsidy levels in 2026 will be determined using 2025 Annual Values.
To check or update your household information for means-testing, please use the MediShield Life Household Check e-Service. Alternatively, you can call the Medishield Life Hotline at 1800 222 3399.