For Older Adults and Family Caregivers: Eat Well. Live Well. Age Well.
Healthy food and good nutrition are essential for older adults to maintain health, independence and quality of life as they age. What we eat supports physical strength and brain health. Proper nutrition helps reduce the risk of chronic disease, supports immune function and maintains cognitive health. Access to healthy, balanced meals can also improve energy levels and support staying active and engaged in daily life.
Food nourishes more than the body—it also supports connection. Shared meals and nutrition programs bring people together, boosting mood and reducing isolation and loneliness.
For many older adults, however, getting the nutritious foods they need can be a challenge. Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) are committed to making healthy eating accessible, enjoyable and affordable in every community. Through meal programs, nutrition services and education, AAAs help older adults eat well, live well and age well. The Eldercare Locator connects people to local AAAs for nutrition services.
Fact Sheet
Read and download our Consumer Fact Sheet for information on meal and nutrition programs available to older adults, and how to find services in your community.
Contact the Eldercare Locator
You can also contact the Eldercare Locator, where trained staff are available to connect you with an Area Agency on Aging or other organizations to find local meal and nutrition services.
- Phone, text or video phone (ASL direct video): 1-800-677-1116.
- Email: eldercarelocator@usaging.org.
- Start an online chat.
- Website: www.eldercare.acl.gov.
Additional Resources
Here are additional resources for information on meal delivery and nutrition programs across the county.
- ACL: Nutrition Services. Every day, the national Senior Nutrition Program serves nearly one million nutritious meals across the country through a network of about 5,000 local providers. The program delivers more than just meals to older Americans—it nourishes communities by providing vital socialization, education and access to supportive services.
- Feeding America. This site offers information on food distribution, mobile food pantries, SNAP application assistance and senior food programs across the country.
- Meals on Wheels America. This site allows you to find meals and related services by entering your zip code. It also provides additional information on topics such as eligibility, cost and available services.