Our Wellness Eats program provides nutritious whole food meals to anyone who is undergoing active chemo/radiation or surgery recovery. Meals are hand-crafted by Culinary Director Chris Shortall and a team of skilled volunteers in the kitchen of The West End in Hyannis. Our recipes are packed with nutrient-dense fresh whole foods, herbs, and spices, and are immediately frozen after being packaged.

Anyone who is currently receiving active cancer treatment (chemotherapy and/or radiation treatment) and/or are less than 1-month post cancer-related surgery. You must also have no known dietary allergies or food aversions.

The Wellness Eats program is a continuous six-week program.

Our menu changes seasonally and sometimes can change based on our current inventory. For the most part, during a six week period it will likely be the same menu items, but that could change if we are in the middle of a scheduled cook.

Our meals are stored in our walk-in freezer at our office in South Yarmouth and delivered to members in our program weekly. Members place their meal orders throughout the week, and can select for their meals to either be picked up at our office on Tuesday between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm or delivered during this same time.

You can apply through our online application on our website under Apply for Services>Wellness Eats Program Only.

If you are eligible, you will receive an email welcoming you to the program, which will explain how the program works, a link to the current menu, and the order form to complete whenever you are ready to start.

Once we receive your first order, you will receive an email invitation to place your next order each Tuesday for the next 5 weeks. This email invitation will provide you with the link to the order form for you to fill out and submit. Orders must be placed by close of business Thursday in order to be scheduled for the following Tuesday.

Once you place your first order, you will receive five more weekly invitations to place a meal order. Your eligibility will expire six weeks after your first order.

Yes, each week you are in the program you can select what items you would like based on the current menu at that time. You are free to choose whatever looks appealing to you each week!

Meals are prepared at the West End Restaurant in Hyannis and then immediately transported to our walk in freezer at our South Yarmouth office location.

All the meals in our Wellness Eats program are prepared in advance by Chef Chris Shorthall and our dedicated volunteer team at the West End restaurant. They create hundreds of meals during each cooking session, which are then frozen and stored at our South Yarmouth office.

Because of the way the program is structured, we’re unable to alter ingredients after the meals are prepared. We also ask participants to have no known dietary allergies or food aversions to ensure everyone’s safety and to avoid potential health risks.

If you’re unable to pick up your meals, friends or family are always welcome to pick them up at our office on your behalf. Just let us know in advance so we can prepare accordingly.

Alternatively, you can request to have your meals delivered directly to your home. We’re happy to accommodate either option to ensure you receive your meals without any inconvenience.

Meals are picked up in our office by our volunteer delivery team each Tuesday, anywhere between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm. You should see your delivery anywhere between the hours of 10:30am and 3:00pm. A cooler is required to be left at your drop off location so that the frozen meals are safe from the elements.

The program is designed as a six-week consecutive program, meaning it spans six weeks from the start date. While you are not obligated to order meals every week, the program will expire at the end of the six-week period.

We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, and we are always willing to be flexible to accommodate your needs. If something comes up, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, and we’ll work together to find a solution.

Each Friday, you will receive an email from info@capewellness.org listing the meal delivery locations for the upcoming Tuesday. You’ll have the opportunity to select one or more locations to deliver to. After making your selection, you will also specify your preferred arrival time at our office in South Yarmouth to pick up the meals.

Before your delivery, you’ll receive a follow-up email from info@capewellness.org with the exact address and detailed drop-off instructions for your chosen locations. This information will help you plan your route effectively.

Delivery Day: When you arrive at our office (436B Station Ave., South Yarmouth), you will receive your bag(s) of meals. Each bag will be clearly labeled with the recipient's name and delivery location.

To ensure the meals remain frozen, especially if you’re traveling more than 30 minutes or during warmer weather, we recommend bringing a cooler.

Upon reaching your destination, please refer to the drop-off instructions provided on the order form to complete the delivery.

Interaction: While many of our members prefer the meals left outside their homes for various reasons, you may be asked to ring their doorbell. Feel free to say hello! A friendly smile and a few moments of conversation can brighten someone's day immeasurably.

Feedback: After completing your deliveries, we always appreciate hearing about your experience. Your insights are invaluable in helping us improve our program and better meet the needs of our members. Please email Diane at info@capewellness.org with any feedback.

Safety and Confidentiality: The safety and privacy of our members are of the utmost importance. Please ensure that you respect the confidentiality of the individuals you meet along the way.

Note: We want to remind our volunteers that being part of this delivery program is not an obligation; it's simply signing up when it works for you. There's no pressure to commit to every delivery. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, makes a difference.