Meal Programs
The City offers or supports three different meal programs for San Carlos residents.
City of San Carlos Curbside Lunch Program
The San Carlos Adult Community Center (ACC) offers $5 lunches for curbside pick-up between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. ACC curbside lunches are available to everyone. Meals can be picked up at the ACC (601 Chestnut Street) or delivered to homebound residents (San Carlos only). You can order online, or by calling the ACC at (650) 802-4384. Credit card payment will be taken over the phone when you order.Feel free to take your lunch to go or dine with us at the ACC! There is also soft-serve ice cream available for $1 every Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the ACC.
ACC Curbside Lunch Program
Caring Cupboard Program
The Caring Cupboard Program is a free and confidential food support program, run by San Carlos Service Clubs, in partnership with the San Carlos Adult Community Center. The Caring Cupboard provides free weekly groceries every Tuesday to eligible San Carlos residents. Those eligible can pick up groceries at the ACC, or homebound residents can receive deliveries by a Caring Cupboard volunteer driver. If you are accepted into the Caring Cupboard program, you can also receive free ACC Curbside Lunches every day they are offered – for you and your entire household. Call (650) 802-4384 or visit the Caring Cupboard webpage to apply.
Caring Cupboard
Peninsula Volunteers (PVI) Meals on Wheels Program
The Meals on Wheels program provides nutritious meals to homebound, isolated adults who are unable to shop and cook for themselves. Meal delivery services include weekday meals, and some on weekends and holidays depending on eligibility. In addition to meals, visits from Peninsula Volunteers provide a valuable opportunity to connect with these individuals and provide safety checks. PVI serves more than 100,000 meals every year and volunteers deliver meals and conduct safety checks to 1,100 seniors and adults with disabilities in San Mateo County.
Learn more about the Meals on Wheels program and view this month’s food menu here.
Check your or a loved one’s eligibility for Meals on Wheels under their Frequently Asked Questions.