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Senior Nutrition
With partial funding from Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging and United Way of Greater Warren County, we provide a Senior Nutrition program in Henderson, Mercer, and Warren Counties for people 60 and older.
People 60+ with limited mobility may be eligible to receive home delivered meals on a temporary or indefinite basis. Call 309-734-4251 for details. Service typically begins the next week.
People 60+ are welcomed to join us at our open congregate sites. If you are over 60, live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren County and need a reliable source of nutritional food, call our office at 309-734-4251.
We serve more than 55,000 meals each year to area seniors. For information on the impact of nutrition for older adults, we invite you to read The Facts Behind Senior Hunger from the National Council on Aging Care.
As we age, healthy eating can make a difference in our health, help to improve how we feel, and encourage a sense of well-being.
ChooseMyPlate.gov
Congregate Meal Sites
Enjoy great food and company!
Henderson County
Community Senior Citizens
of Stronghurst
Mondays
Meals are served at 11:30 AM
Henderson Senior Center/Township Hall in Oquawka
Tuesday-Thursday
Meals are served at 11:30 AM
Mercer County Senior Center in Aledo
Monday-Friday
Meals are served at 11:30 AM
Mercer County
Strom Center in Monmouth
Monday-Friday
Meals are be served at 11:30 AM
Warren County
Alexis Community Center in Alexis
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Meals are be served at 11:30 AM
Roseville Community Center in Roseville
Fridays
Meals are served at 11:00 AM
Reservations need to be made by 12 noon the day before you would like to eat lunch at any of the meal sites.
Special Programs
Event: Brain Teaser Cafe!
Who: If you are 60 or older
What: Enjoy a hot, nutritious meal in a warm, welcoming setting while tackling crossword puzzles, seek-and-find games, and Sudoku. It’s more than just a meal—it’s a chance to engage, connect, and thrive in a supportive community.
Where: Mercer County Senior Center - Aledo
Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Time: Lunch served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Baked chicken, tossed salad, scalloped potatoes, and a clementine
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.50
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 309-337-1938 to reserve your spot today.
Don’t miss this chance to nourish your body, sharpen your mind, and make meaningful connections.
Event: Color, Connect and Dine!
Who: If you are 60 or older
What: This event offers the perfect opportunity to express your creativity with adult coloring pages and pencils, while enjoying a hot, nutritious meal in a warm and welcoming community setting. It’s more than just a meal—it’s a chance to connect, share stories, and engage with others.
Where: Mercer County Senior Center - Aledo
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Time: Lunch served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Stuffed green pepper casserole with ground beef and rice, butter beans, and applesauce
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.50
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 309-371-4203 to reserve your spot today.
Don’t miss this chance to nourish your body, sharpen your mind, and make meaningful connections.
Event: Fuel your body and brain!
Who: If you are 60 or older
What: In partnership with University of Illinois, Educator Tessa Hobbs-Curley, we are offering Wits Fitness/Brain Exercise Class. Enjoy activities that will sharpen your mind and enhance your memory. Then join us for a nutritious and delicious meal in a welcoming environment.
Where: Strom Center - Monmouth
Date: April 7; May 19; and June 16
Time: Wits Fitness/Brain Exercise class starts at 10:30 AM. Lunch served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: TBD
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.50
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 309-371-4203 to reserve your spot today.
Don’t miss this chance to nourish your body, sharpen your mind, and make meaningful connections.
One of our Senior Nutrition participants called to thank us, "the lunch was great and to be honest, I probably would not eat if it's not ready for me."
Another Senior Nutrition participant sent us a thank you note. "The meals are always very good! This is the best thing that's happened for us. It has helped me so much. I appreciate everything you do. Thank you for helping take care of the senior community."