What are the eligibility requirements for home delivered meals?
The meal program is funded by the Older Americans Act, which requires that participating individuals be age 60 and older. A person must also be home-bound, meaning they are unable to get out of the house for normal activities. Some exceptions do exist, such as an unexpected weight loss or caregiver stress. A person able to get out is encouraged to participate in one of the 11 congregate meal sites in the county to enjoy social contact along with a nutritious meal. All meals follow the most current Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Wednesdays as Ethnicity Days at the Manitowoc Senior Center and the Lakeshore Indochinese Hmong Center with a different ethnic meal served every Wednesday. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance.
