Medically tailored meals
Nutritious, ready-to-eat meals designed around your health condition.
NY 1115 Medicaid Waiver Program
Free, healthy meals delivered to your door
Neighborhood Food NY delivers medically tailored meals to eligible families and expecting mothers across New York through the NY 1115 Waiver — at no cost to you.
- 100% Free for eligible members
- Serving New York State
- Medically tailored nutrition
Free home delivery
Meals arrive at your door on a regular schedule. No shipping costs.
Simple application
A short form and a screening call. We help you through every step.
How it works
Four steps to meals at your door
01
Apply online
Share a few details about your household, Medicaid, and health needs.
02
Screening call
Our team confirms eligibility under the NY 1115 Waiver.
03
Meal plan
Meals are tailored to your condition, culture, and household size.
04
Weekly delivery
Heat, eat, and feel better — no shopping or cooking required.
Family stories
Hear from our families
Neighbors across New York who now have consistent, healthy meals at home.
“The meals have made such a difference in managing my diabetes. I don't have to worry about what to eat — it's planned and delivered. This program is a blessing.”
“After my heart attack, eating healthy became critical. These meals fit my diet, delivery is reliable, and my family loves the variety.”
“We were struggling to afford healthy meals. Now my kids eat nutritious food every day. It lifted a real weight off my shoulders.”
“Living with COPD means I have to be careful about nutrition. These meals are healthy and actually delicious. I feel better, and my doctor has noticed.”
Questions
Frequently asked questions
New York State residents with Medicaid who have a qualifying health condition — such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, obesity, asthma, COPD, kidney disease, pregnancy, or a mental health condition — may qualify for free weekly meal delivery through the NY 1115 Waiver program.
Get started with free meal delivery today
If you have Medicaid and a qualifying health condition, you may already be eligible.
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