Nutritious Lunch Programs

MULTI-SERVICE SENIOR CENTERS
To meet the nutritional needs of the elderly, the NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS has established 18 Senior Centers throughout the county that provide a complete luncheon program. here. These programs serve a hot, nutritious meal, fulfilling federal nutritional guidelines. Cultural diversity is considered in menu development. Seniors 60 years of age and over (and their spouses) are encouraged to dine together in a social atmosphere. Persons who wish to participate must register in advance. Voluntary financial contributions are encouraged. This network links senior citizens into a system of services that include transportation, information and assistance, health and nutrition education, shopping assistance, and recreational activities. The program is conducted in cooperation with local sponsors. For further information, call: NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS 227-8900.

Kosher Meal Programs

South Shore: In Long Beach, the Jewish Association for Services for the Aged sponsors a program at the Long Beach Senior Community Service Center. For further information, call: 432-5555

North Shore: In Great Neck, the Great Neck Senior Citizens Center, Inc., in cooperation with the Senior Mitsva Group, sponsors a program at Temple Israel of Great Neck. For further information, call: 482-7800