Kosher Home Delivered Meals

Our caring team of volunteers deliver nutritious, kosher meals directly to the homes of older adults, helping them maintain independence and stay connected to their community. Meals are pre-cooked under supervision of Dallas Kosher and delivered frozen, and can be easily reheated in the oven. Deliveries are made once a week, and recipients receive a selection from a pre-set menu. Volunteer drivers deliver meals each Monday and Thursday between 10:00am and 12:30pm.

Kosher Home Delivered Meals (KHDM) is supported, in part, by the Community Council of Greater Dallas / Dallas Area Agency on Aging and Texas Health and Human Services. Proud member of Meals on Wheels America.

An older woman smiles as someone hands her a paper bag full of groceries at her door.

How to Access Kosher Home Delivered Meals

Step 1:

Contact our team to register

You can make your request or inquiries for services online or over the phone. This initial intake process helps our team understand your needs and match you with the services that can support you best.

Leave a message on our confidential voicemail with name, phone number, and type of service requested.

Step 2:

Make a plan

After we receive your inquiry, our team will reach out to you via phone call or email to discuss specific details and next steps in 1-2 business days. Together, we’ll make a care plan that works for you.

Step 3:

Start receiving care

Whether it’s a medical evaluation, a counseling session, or a meal delivery, you can start receiving quality care from our trusted network of partners and professionals.

Interested in volunteering to deliver KHDM?

View Volunteer Opportunities

The kosher home-delivered meals have truly added years to my grandparents’ lives. Living alone in Dallas, they struggled to prepare food, and I was heartbroken to see they were skipping meals due to limited access to groceries. Thanks to JFS, they now receive nutritious kosher meals delivered right to their door, helping them stay healthy and allowing them to safely live in their own home longer. This service has made an enormous difference for our family.
Eden R

FAQs

How do I store and re-heat these meals?
Food Safety and Heating instructions for Kosher Home Delivered Meals

Storage
- Keep meals frozen until ready to heat.
- Store in the freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below.
- Do not refreeze meals once they have been thawed.
Thawing (Optional)
Meals can be heated from frozen or thawed overnight in the refrigerator for quicker heating.

Heating in the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F
- Remove all plastic wrapping from the meal
- Heat for 30–45 minutes (from frozen) or 15–25 minutes (if thawed), depending on your oven and meal size.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving. Use a food thermometer if available.
General Safety Tips
- Wash hands before handling meals.
- Do not leave meals at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
- Discard any meal that appears spoiled, has an off odor, or has been left out too long.
What is included with each delivery?
Each delivery includes:
- Glatt-Kosher entrée with vegetable and side dish (requested quantity of meals)
- Non-dairy milk
- Bread
- Dessert
Who is eligible for the Kosher Home-Delivered Meals program?

Adults aged 60 and older who live in Dallas County within our delivery area and are unable to cook or shop for themselves due to physical or cognitive limitations are eligible. You do not have to be Jewish or follow a kosher diet to participate.
Can I volunteer to support this program?

Yes! We are always looking for volunteers to pack and deliver meals.

View Volunteer Opportunities
What Kosher Certification do these meals have?

Meals are prepared under supervision of DK Vaad Hakashrus of Dallas (Dallas Kosher) and are delivered in packaging sealed with the DK Kosher symbol.
When can I have my meals delivered?

Meals are delivered every Monday and Thursday between 10:00am and 12:30pm