Senior Nutrition

Vision

Enabling healthy, active, and independent seniors through good nutrition.

Statement of Purpose

To maintain the health and well-being of seniors through a nutritious meal, the opportunity for socialization, and other needed services.

Programs

Congregate Meals

• Lunch provided to seniors aged 60 and over at 9 dining sites

• Daily service at 6 sites and weekly service at 3 locations (see schedule to the right)

• Suggested donation of $2.00 but service not denied due to inability to contribute

• Nutrition and health-related topics provided by representatives from other agencies

• Socialization activities include bingo, monthly birthday parties, and holiday events

• Referrals to other services

• Monthly newsletter and menu

Home Delivered Meals

• Meals delivered to seniors aged 60 and over

• Meals delivered Monday through Friday in urban areas

• One hot meal and four frozen meals delivered one time per week in rural areas

• Case Management and referrals to other services are provided to all clients receiving home delivered meals

• Monthly newsletter and menu

Transportation

Free transportation to seniors aged 60 and over who participate at one of the following congregate sites:

• Brawley

• El Centro

• Calexico

• Salton City

• Imperial

Funding

Support for Senior Nutrition comes primarily from federal and state resources plus contributions by program participants. The Senior Nutrition Program is administered by the Area Agency on Aging of Imperial County.