Who We Serve

Social Care Networks

Food that
 nourishes and supports

Free meals and groceries for eligible New York Medicaid members, delivered fresh, right to your home.

Brooklyn Kitchen is proud to be your neighborhood nutrition provider. We deliver chef-crafted, restaurant-quality meals and fresh weekly groceries to help you manage your health — all at no cost to you, if you qualify.

Social Care Networks

You May Qualify for More Than You Know

Starting in 2025, New York expanded Medicaid benefits to provide members with the food and nutrition support they need. If you have Medicaid, you may qualify to receive free meals and groceries delivered straight to your home.

This benefit can include help with:

  • Food and nutrition (our specialty)
  • Housing and utilities assistance
  • Transportation services

Important: These are additional, free benefits. They do not replace your current Medicaid, SNAP, or WIC benefits.

Nutrition

Food Is Medicine:
Why Nutrition Is Health Care

Research shows that what we eat is one of the best ways to support our health, and it starts right in your kitchen. Eating well-balanced meals daily is a proven way to remain healthy and support longevity.

Studies show that when people with chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease get the right food, they go to the hospital less often, feel better day to day, and can manage their health more easily at home.

This is why food is more than just fuel; it is part of how we care for our health.

At Brooklyn Kitchen, we bring this to life every day by delivering meals and groceries that support your health, reflect your culture, and taste good. Because eating well should feel like a benefit, not a burden.

Where Neighborhood Meets Nourishment

Our Registered Dietitians and expert Chefs work together to create menus that are clinically appropriate, culturally diverse, and genuinely delicious. Every delivery is made fresh in our Brooklyn kitchen.

Meals Delivered to Your Home

Ready-to-eat meals delivered to you, designed to support your health. Options include Regular, Diabetic & Heart Healthy, Renal Friendly, and Puréed. We proudly offer Kosher, Halal, and Latin cuisines.

Grocery Boxes

Fresh fruits, vegetables, and proteins delivered weekly for you to cook at home. Includes a full week’s worth of ingredients: starches, sauces, snacks, and more.

Pantry Boxes

Shelf-stable foods like rice, beans, pasta, and canned goods to keep your kitchen stocked.

Cooking Supplies

Basic kitchen tools if you need them to prepare meals, including pots, pans, cutting boards, and microwaves.

Nutrition Support

Talk with a dietitian to learn how to eat healthier and make the most of your groceries.

Local Roots,
Culinary Excellence

Brooklyn Kitchen is deeply rooted in the community. We bring four generations of culinary expertise and a hospitality-first mindset to every single delivery.

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Locally Prepared

Meals made fresh in our Brooklyn facility, ensuring quality and supporting the local economy.

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Culturally Sensitive

A diverse menu that reflects the rich tapestry of New York, ensuring everyone feels at home.

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Delivered to Your Door

Fast, friendly, and reliable delivery straight to your home by our dedicated staff.

Your Path to
Better Nutrition

To receive free nutrition services, you generally need to meet these three criteria:

  • You have Medicaid in New York through a Medicaid Managed Care plan.

  • You have a qualifying health condition, such as diabetes, heart disease, or another condition where healthy food can help improve your health.

  • A quick screening shows that you could use extra support with food.

How It Works:

  1. Talk With a Care Team Member

    Answer a few questions to see how we can help.

  2. Get Connected

    If you qualify, you’ll be referred to Brooklyn Kitchen

  3. Choose Your Plan

    We help you decide what meals or groceries work best.

  4. Get Delivery

    Food is delivered right to your home.

Medicaid Members

See if you qualify

Common Questions

Do I have to pay for these meals or groceries?

No. If you qualify and are approved, all services from Brooklyn Kitchen are completely free to you.

Can I choose the types of meals I receive?

Yes! We offer a variety of menus including General Wellness, Diabetic, Renal Friendly, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, and Latin. We even offer children’s boxes and baby food. Our team will help you choose what works best for your health and your tastes.

How long will I receive these benefits?

It depends on your individual assessment. Benefits may be short-term, or authorized for up to 6 months at a time.

What is a Grocery Box?

It’s a weekly delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables, proteins, starches like yellow rice and mashed potatoes, sauces, and snacks — everything you need for a full week of healthy home cooking.

What ages are eligible?

If you or a family member has Medicaid, you may be eligible.