Meals for Older Adults - Food Policy

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Administration for Children's Services

Department for the Aging

Department of Correction

New York City Health + Hospitals

New York City Public Schools


Department for the Aging

Older Adult Centers

Older Adults who are able to travel to older adult centers (OACs) can participate in the lunch program at their nearest OAC. Locate an Older Adult Center near you or call 311.

Home Delivered Meals

If you are 60 years or older and have difficulty traveling, you may be eligible to receive home-delivered meals.

Please visit NYC Aging's website to learn more or to request home delivered meals for an older adult or call 311.

Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

The Department for the Aging’s Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is a seasonal option that provides eligible older adults with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Eligible participants receive coupons to redeem fresh produce at participating farmers’ markets, farm stands, and mobile markets. The program promotes improved nutrition through increased consumption of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables and expands sales at farmers’ markets and farm stands.

Please visit NYC Aging's website to learn more or call 311.