Congregate Dining
Why attend a congregate dining site?
Congregate meals are hot lunches served in a social environment in settings such as senior centers, elder housing, and other gathering places where seniors meet. Our meals are very tasty, yet we have menus with no added salt, that are low in fat (under 30% of total calories), or are modified for diabetics.
Each meal provides the nutrients needed by an older American, according to the federal government’s requirements. Our nutritionist designs our menus monthly. We solicit feedback from our diners regularly regarding the quality of the meals.
Transportation to and from the dining sites is provided by some of our area Councils on Aging. Contact the dining sites for more information.
Who is eligible?
- Individuals aged 60, or older, and their spouses, are eligible for a meal at one of our dining sites. A donation of $2.00 is requested for the congregate meal.
- Individuals aged 60 or under, who are disabled, and reside in elder housing at which congregate dining services are provided, are eligible for a meal. A donation of $2.00 is requested for the congregate meal.
- Disabled individuals under age 60 residing at home with an elder may obtain congregate meals, if attending the congregate meal site in the company of that elder. A $2.00 donation is requested.
- Individuals under 60 years of age, including disabled individuals, who don’t meet the criteria above, will be charged $4.00 for a congregate meal when attending a SeniorCare dining site.
How do I reserve a meal?
Please contact the congregate dining site that you wish to attend between 9:00 A.M. and Noon, the day before you plan to attend, to make a reservation.
Where are the dining sites located?
Click here for dining sites.