Senior Nutrition Program

SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM


OVERVIEW:

The Senior Nutrition Program provides high-quality, cost-efficient, nutritious meals to seniors and promotes the role of nutrition in preventative health and long-term care. Nutrition education is provided to seniors participating in the Senior Nutrition Program to support this promotional effort. All meals are planned to meet one-third of the daily recommended dietary allowances for adults. The meal plans are approved and monitored by a staff of Registered Dietitians.

DINING OUT:

Dining Out locations are community centers throughout Santa Clara County where seniors, 60 years of age and over, can enjoy a nutritious meal, group activities, and good company. It’s a place to socialize with other seniors who are dancing, taking classes, playing games, and eating right – together.

Any person over the age of 60 is eligible for these lunches. A donation of $3.00 is suggested for each person to help offset the cost of the meal. Some sites require reservations and registration is required at all sites. Please contact individual sites for requirements. Most sites are open daily (Monday-Friday). Please call ahead to each location’s hour of operation. Transportation is available to some sites.

DINING IN:

Dining In is a way for seniors, 60 years of age and older, to enjoy meals delivered right to their home. The Meals on Wheels program is available to home-bound seniors, regardless of income, who are ill, disabled, or otherwise unable to obtain food or prepare meals for themselves. Weekly deliveries of fresh salad, sandwiches, frozen lunch/dinner entrees, and breakfasts supplemented with milk, bread, fresh fruit, juice, and other grocery items help seniors remain healthy and maintain their independence.

ELIGIBILITY:

Any person over 60 years old

CONTACT INFORMATION: