The original purpose of the OAA Nutrition Program was to address dietary inadequacy and social isolation among older individuals. Nutrition services were first authorized under the Older Americans Act in 1972. The legislation established a network of nutrition projects to provide meals primarily in a congregate setting. In 1978, the Older Americans Act was expanded to provide funding for the congregate and home-delivered meal program. In addition to Older Americans Act dollars, funding is also provided through the United States Department of Agriculture, Kansas Department on Aging and the Johnson County Government.
Clients also have the opportunity to donate toward the cost of the meal.