NIAAA ensures that older adults and adults with disabilities have access to essential nutrition services through the Elderly Nutrition Program. NIAAA connects those in need with these services and provides guidance in accessing meals. For more information or assistance, contact NIAAA at 815-226-4901 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Group Meals (Congregate)

Group meals are available on weekdays at various locations such as senior centers, churches, and restaurants in Northwestern Illinois. Meals served under this program meet at least one-third of the daily recommended dietary allowances established by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences and offer a chance for social interaction.

To find meal sites contact your local Nutrition Provider listed below:

• Lifescape

• NICAA

• VAC

Home-Delivered Meals

For homebound seniors who cannot prepare meals, home-delivered meals ensure they receive nutritious food. The Elderly Nutrition Program works in partnership with Meals on Wheels to deliver nutritious meals along with regular welfare checks. These meals meet the same rigorous nutritional standards as group meals and ensure that seniors are receiving essential nutrients despite their limitations.

To receive home-delivered meals or find a meal site, contact:

• Lifescape Community Services: Serving Boone, Lee, Ogle, and Winnebago counties. Contact at 800-779-1189.

• NICAA Golden Meals: Serving Carroll, Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Whiteside counties. Contact at 815-232-8896.

• Voluntary Action Center: Serving DeKalb County. Contact at 815-758-5703.

Seniors can make voluntary contributions to support the cost of meals.

Additional Nutrition Program Services

• Nutrition Screening & Assessment

• Education & Counseling