OVERVIEW
Eating nutritious meals daily is a vital component for aging and living well. As the Area Agency on Aging for Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties, SeniorsPlus offers a variety of services that provide healthy nutritious meals for older adults and those with disabilities.
Meals on Wheels provides nutritious, well-balanced, delicious, home-delivered meals to adults aged 60 and older who are homebound or unable to cook for themselves due to illness or physical limitations, and individuals with disabilities.
Social Dining sites provide a warm lunchtime meal and opportunity to socialize with others.
Around Town Café Restaurant Vouchers provide opportunities for individuals to dine from a select menu at a reduced price at participating local restaurants.
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels provides nutritious, well-balanced, delicious, home-delivered meals to individuals aged 60 and older who are homebound or unable to cook for themselves due to illness or physical limitations, and individuals with disabilities.
What are the benefits?
Healthy meals created in our Lewiston kitchen. All meals are approved by a Registered Dietician to ensure each meal provides one-third of the recommended Dietary Reference Intake to meet the nutritional needs of older adults.
All meals are low-sodium, low-fat, and heart-healthy. Medically tailored meals are available for individuals with specific dietary needs/restrictions. Culturally appropriate meals are also available.
Wellness Check – Our delivery drivers get to know each client and can alert us to changes in an individual or safety concerns. For family members not living nearby, this gives them peace of mind that someone is checking in on their loved one.
Friendly Visit – Our driver may be the only person a client sees all day or even all week. Clients look forward to a brief conversation with the driver.
Who is Eligible?
Individuals aged 60 and older who are homebound or unable to cook for themselves due to illness or physical limitations, and individuals with disabilities.
Eligibility is based on need rather than income. Participants may utilize Meals on Wheels for a brief period, such as recovering from illness or injury, or long-term.
The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and the United Way of Androscoggin County are generous supports of the Meals on Wheel program.
Social Dining Sites
Social Dining Sites provide a hot mid-day meal, a chance to socialize with friends, and make new friends. Meals may feature educational speakers or fun programs. Guests aged 60 and older may dine at no cost.
Reservations are required for accurate meal count. Please call 1-800-427-1241 for information on dining sites or to make a reservation.
Around Town Café Restaurant Vouchers
Around Town Café restaurant vouchers allow individuals aged 60 and older to dine at participating area restaurants at a reduced cost. Around Town Café participants chose from a special menu designed to meet dietary needs by providing one-third of the Recommended Dietary Intake for older adults.
Vouchers are $6 each and are available at the following SeniorsPlus locations:
8 Falcon Road, Lewiston
29 Jay Plaza Lane, Jay
9 Marston Street, Norway
284 Main Street, Wilton
You may also purchase vouchers over the phone by calling 1-800-427-1241.
Click the link to see a list of our Around Town Cafes.
Please note: The voucher does not include tips. Participants are expected to tip their wait staff and be respectful when eating at an establishment. Each restaurant has different offerings and times for voucher use. We recommend you call the restaurant prior to going to make sure of their hours and protocol.
Nutrition Counseling
Older adults have increased nutritional risk due to eating habits/nutrition intake, food insecurity, illness, and medication use. Free nutrition counseling provided by our Registered Dietician is available for individuals at increased nutritional risk.
Our Registered Dietician will support you through individualized nutrition counseling, resulting in a personalized plan that considers your health, dietary, and lifestyle needs.
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Providers only! If you are a provider looking to make a referral, please click here for HIPAA-compliant form.
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Providers only! If you are a provider looking to make a referral, please click here for HIPAA-compliant form.
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