It serves as a lifeline for many seniors throughout Pierce County. The program helps seniors maintain their independence by providing delicious and healthy meals. The Home Delivered Meals Program delivers meals to Pierce County seniors, who are 60 years or older, and homebound due to an illness or incapacitating disability. During weekly deliveries, Red Cross staff serves as gatekeepers checking on senior's health, well being, and safety. The Red Cross Senior Nutrition Program also includes 18 Senior Lunch Sites located throughout Pierce County.
Seniors can enjoy a delicious hot meal in a warm social environment and meet new friends.
Many lunch sites offer wellness programs such as blood pressure screenings, foot care, and diabetes screenings. The American National Red Cross. All Rights Reserved.