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Senior Nutrition
Eating right is vital to good
health
Our eating
habits often change, but good nutrition is
especially important in maintaining good health as
we age. Minnesota communities offer a spectrum of
meal services, from Home Delivered Meals to Senior
Dining Centers. Call the Senior LinkAge Line®
at 1-800-333-2433 for information on what is
available in your community.
Who is eligible for senior dining
services?
Anyone who is 60 years of age or older (and
spouse) is welcome to participate.
How do I qualify?
The guidelines for Meals on Wheels are different
than Senior Dining. Call the Senior LinkAge Line®
to determine which program best fits your needs.
Is it free?
A free-will donation is requested to help pay
for the meal and services.
Are you at risk?
Did you know that an estimated 85 percent of older
adults are at risk for poor nutrition? Good
nutrition is important to keep you healthy, active
and independent. What's your current nutrition
status? Use the following link to figure out your
nutritional score and learn some simple steps to
improve your nutrition. Download
Determine Your Nutritional Health (pdf). If you don't have the Adobe
Acrobat Reader software, you can download it for
free by clicking
here.
Other resources:
To find services and or housing in your
community contact the Senior LinkAge
Line®. You can reach the Senior
LinkAge Line® by calling 1-800-333-2433, by email
senior.linkage@state.mn.us or visit
www.MinnesotaHelp.info®.
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