CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM

The Area Agency on Aging operates 5 "Eating Together" congregate nutrition sites throughout the county.

Nutritious meals, meeting 1/3 of the Recommended Dietary Requirements are available to persons 60 years of age or older and their spouse, regardless of age.  Older adults are able to share a meal and socialize. 

There is no fee for meals, however, a contribution is strongly encouraged.

 

HOME DELIVERED MEAL PROGRAM

The Area Agency on Aging operates a home delivered meal program in conjunction with its Eating Together Sites.  A nutritionally  balanced  meal is delivered to frail home-bound elderly five days a week. 

QUALIFICATION

 In order to qualify for the program, the senior must have a physical or mental disability that prohibits them from preparing meals. Prior to enrollment in the program the senior is evaluated by Adult Evaluation and Review Services, a division of the Garrett County Health Department, to determine their functional abilities. 

CARE

Home delivered meal participants receive an in-home well-check bi-annually by a registered nurse.  The well-check visit includes blood pressure screening., height and wight, nutrition assessment, medication review, referral to services as appropiate, education and information. 

INFORMATION

Participants also receive nutrition information through a quarterly newsletter and other written materials.

 

NO FEE

There is no fee for meals, however, a contribution is strongly encouraged to help maintain adequate services .

 

Garrett County Senior Nutrition Program

The cost of each meal prepared is $5.25. Voluntary contributions enable the agency to serve more meals.  Individuals who are able to give the full cost of the meal are encouraged to do so; however, all contributions are welcome. Each meal provides 1/3 of the Recommended Dietary Allowances (Nutrients needed daily) for older adults and meets the dietary guidelines for Americans.  Meal reservations and cancellations are to be made at the nutrition site or senior center prior to the next service day.  Reservations and cancellations may be made no later than 9am on the service day if absolutely necessary. For more information about the Senior Nutrition Program, please call: 
301-334-9431, ext. 137

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Newsflash - Aging

Slate Painting Class to be held Grantsville Senior Center   Peggy Nixon will be teaching a slate painting class at the Grantsville Senior Center on Tuesday, April 3rd from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. The painting theme is Spring. The cost is $25 for the class.  Pre-registration is required.  Space is limited. If you are interested, please call Lois Ford 301-895-5818 to reserve your place.  This project promotes the Garrett County Community Action Committee strategy of providing older adults with lifelong learning opportunities. 

Locations

Mary Browning Senior Center
Days of Operation: Mon., Wed., Fri.
Hours: 8:30 – 4:30
Location: 104 E. Center Street
Oakland, MD 21550
Phone: 301-334-9431, ext. 134
 
Grantsville Senior Center
Days of Operation: Tue., Wed., Thur.
Hours: 8:30 – 4:30
Location: 125 Durst Court
Grantsville, MD 21536
Phone: 301-895-5818
 
Friendsville Community Center
Days of Operation:Mon and Wed.
Hours: 10:00 – 3:00
Location: 947 Community Drive
Friendsville, MD  21531
Phone: 301-746-5300
 
Flowery Vale Health & Fitness Center
Days of Operation: Mon. – Fri.
Hours: Mon. – Thur. 9:00 – 6:00
Fri. 9:00 – 5:30
Location: 204 South Street
Accident, MD 21520
Phone: 301-746-8050
 
Swanton Nutrition Site
Days of Operation:Mon. & Tue.
Hours: 9:00 – 1:30
Location: Swanton Community Bldg.
3335 Swanton Road
Swanton, MD  21561
Phone: 301-387-9191
 
Kitzmiller Nutrition Site
Days of Operation: Wed. & Thur.
Hours: 9:00 – 1:30
Location: Kitzmiller Community Bldg.
104 W. Center St.
Kitzmiller, MD  21538
Phone: 301-453-3445

 

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