The supermarket shelves are bare but many of us are still risking it to see what we can get our hands-on. Now is the time to “Stay Home” and keep yourself out of reach from the Coronavirus. Instead of worrying about how you are going to survive on 2 tins of tomatoes and long-life milk, you can get all the things you need to stay healthy and satisfied with any of these great food delivery services, allowing you to have access to fresh and nutrient-dense ingredients, that will keep you going. At this time, self-isolation for people aged over 50 is absolutely paramount, don’t risk going to the supermarket for products that will most likely be sold-out anyway, use one of these services instead. You won’t be disappointed!

1. isubscribe

In lockdown it can be easy to find yourself pulling your hair out from boredom, there is only so much cleaning and cooking one person can do! Keep yourself entertained with a whole range of regularly delivered magazine subscriptions – for great prices! isubscribe also offers a range of subscriptions for other products like; Wine, food, lingerie and more.

Gain access to some of the best magazines on offer like; Mindfood, better homes and gardens, national geographic, new idea, WHO, Country Style and more.

Price: From $30 for 6 months.

Delivery: Free Australia wide.

isubscribe
isubscribe

2. ManRags

For all the men out there looking for the perfect solution to lost socks, saggy underwear and saving the environment – ManRags has got you covered. Reduce your wardrobe bulk and stop contributing to landfill with a service that picks up your clothes and recycles them. Better yet, you can subscribe to receive undies and socks delivered each month (or at a frequency that suits you), ensuring you never have to wear odd socks or holey underwear again.

Price: Prices vary depending on which products you desire. Add items to your cart as you go for ease of viewing what you have chosen.

Delivery: Free delivery for orders over $30 Australia wide.

ManRags
ManRags

3. HelloFresh 

An option for everyone who just wants to get on with their lives, HelloFresh delivers every ingredient you need to make simple and delicious meals for you and your partner or your family without leaving the house. From fresh meats, cheeses, and dairy to fruit and vegetables, you will have everything you need – even recipe cards to follow. There really is no excuse for ordering takeaway every night when you can have fresh ingredients provided each week on a subscription basis.

There is an option for most dietary needs including vegetarian. Choose from a wide variety of meals each week.

Price: Starts at $7.49 a serve in a family plan.

Plans: Family, Vegetarian and Classic (cancel or pause any time).

Delivery: Available Australia Wide.

HelloFresh
HelloFresh

4. GoodnessMe Box

Treat yourself to a GoodnessMe Box each month! Not only will you have access to some great products that will keep you healthy and boost your mood, but you can get one of these boxes delivered anywhere in Australia. Let this service bring a smile to your face when you receive your box of goodies each month, not only will your body thank you but your mental state will too.

If a pre-picked box isn’t quite what you are looking for, they also offer a range of great products in their online shop including; food, drinks, kid’s products, beauty, and sustainable living items.

For those that prefer a simpler approach, choose from a range of seasonal boxes that are made up already, so you don’t need to think about a thing.

Price: Free shipping for orders in their online shop for over $100, boxes from $15-$45 (shipping varies).

Delivery: Available Australia wide.

GoodnessMe Box
GoodnessMe Box

5. The Wine Collective

 

Hand-selected wines tried and tested to ensure you love every drop – The Wine Collective offers delicious wines for great prices. They even have regular sales and premium tasting wines for under $15 a bottle on offer, so you can stay within budget and enjoy at the same time. Buy in bulk to save and have a plentiful stock to reach for when you want a nice glass of wine. It is easy to find the wine you like with their simple sorting and refining tool. If you are a sucker for good wine but always forget to order it, sign up to one of their many monthly subscriptions!

Price: Wines start at just $11.99 a bottle!

Delivery: Available Australia wide.

The Wine Collective
The Wine Collective

6. VetSupply

As one of the more expansive pet supply stores in the online world – Vet Supply has something for any kind of pet you might have, whether that be a fish, snake, horse, cat, dog or rabbit! Even if you, yourself don’t have this wide array of animals, the grandkids might have a guineapig that could do with some extra treats and love, send them some toys and fresh bedding. 

Otherwise here are some of the great things you can get at Vet Supply:

  • Vet grade pet food in bulk, wet and dry
  • Auto-reorder feature so your pet never runs out of food
  • Flea, tick and parasite treatment/prevention
  • Shampoos and grooming needs
  • Aquarium cleaner
  • Pet supplements/vitamins
  • Toys, leads and collars
Vet Supply
Vet Supply

Utilise subscription services that are there to keep you happy, healthy and satisfied. Never forget to buy something again and don’t stress if your memory isn’t what it used to be.