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Senior Nutrition
With partial funding from Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging and United Way of West Central Illinois, we provide a Senior Nutrition program in Henderson, Mercer, and Warren Counties for people 60 and older.
People 60+ with limited mobility may be eligible to receive home delivered meals on a temporary or indefinite basis. Call 309-734-4251 for details. Service typically begins the next week.
People 60+ are welcomed to join us at our open congregate sites. If you are over 60, live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren County and need a reliable source of nutritional food, call our office at 309-734-4251.
We serve more than 55,000 meals each year to area seniors. For information on the impact of nutrition for older adults, we invite you to read The Facts Behind Senior Hunger from the National Council on Aging Care.
As we age, healthy eating can make a difference in our health, help to improve how we feel, and encourage a sense of well-being.
ChooseMyPlate.gov
Congregate Meal Sites
Enjoy great food and company!
Henderson County
Community Senior Citizens
of Stronghurst
Mondays
Meals are served at 11:30 AM
Henderson Senior Center/Township Hall in Oquawka
Tuesday-Thursday
Meals are served at 11:30 AM
Mercer County Senior Center in Aledo
Monday-Friday
Meals are served at 11:30 AM
Mercer County
Warren County
Strom Center in Monmouth
Monday-Friday
Meals are be served at 11:30 AM
Roseville Community Center in Roseville
Fridays
Meals are served at 11:00 AM
Call our toll free number, 833-898-8934, to make your reservation for any of our congregate sites.
Reservations need to be made by 12 noon the day before you would like to eat lunch at any of the meal sites.
Lunch and planned activities
Event: Lunch and St. Patrick's Day Crafts
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Enjoy a tasty meal, then get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit! These hands-on crafts are fun while supporting fine motor skills and hand coordination. Make shamrock wreaths, leprechaun hat center pieces, rainbow mosaics, golden coin magnets, and paper shamrocks in a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.
Where: Mercer County Senior Center - Aledo
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Beef stroganoff, peas, carrots, and pears OR choose the potato bar, served with 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Relax, eat, and make crafts!
Event: Dine & Design: Clay Creations
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Join us for a delicious meal, then get creative with clay! Whether sculpting or simply playing with the clay, this hands-on activity is activity is a relaxing and fun way to express yourself and connect with others.
Where: Roseville Community Center - Roseville
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: Lunch and program begin at 11:00 AM.
On the Menu: Beef stroganoff, peas, carrots, and pears OR choose the potato bar option, served with your choice of 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Come for the meal, stay to mold.
Working with clay is a gentle way to keep your hands strong flexible, and healthy.
Event: Lunch & St. Patrick's Days Crafts
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Join us for a tasty meal, then get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit with a fun craft activity! This hands-on program is a great way to socialize, express your creativity, and keep your hands nimble and coordinated in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Community Senior Citizens of Stronghurst - Stronghurst
Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Sweet & sour chicken, asian veggies, spring egg roll, rice and tropical fruit OR choose the poato bar, served with your choice or 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Relax, enjoy lunch, and gain helpful tips for staying safe.
Event: Savor and Solve
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Join us for a tasty meal, then settle in for a relaxing Sudoku activity. Whether you're new to Sudoku or already love number puzzles, this fun challenge is a great way to exercise your brain while commnecting with others in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Strom Center - Monmouth
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Vegetable beef soup with crackers, spinach salad and apples & cranberries OR choose the potato bar option, served with your choice of 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Relax, have fun, and let the solving begin!
Event: Brain Teaser Cafe
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Join us for a delicious meal and some brain-boosting fun! Enjoy lunch followed by games like crosswords, Sudoku, and seek-and-finds.
Where: Mercer County Senior Center - Aledo
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Beef sandy mash on wheat bread, green beans, and a banana OR choose the potato bar, served with your choice or 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
ComIt's more than just lunch—it's a chance to engage, connect, and thrive in a supportive community.
Event: Lunch & Easter Craft
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Join us for a tasty meal, then hop into the Easter spirit with a creative craft activity! Enjoy socializing and exploring your creativity while making festive projects in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Henderson Senior Center - Oquawka
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.
On the Menu: Beef sandy mash on wheat bread, green beans, and a banana OR choose the potato bar, served with your choice or 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Good good and good fun with crafts!
Event: Lunch and Flower Fun
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Come enjoy a tasty meal, then stay to create beautiful flowers using pipe cleaners. This hands-on activity is a fun way to express creativity, relax, and connect with others in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere whils also supporting fine motor skills and hand coordination.
Where: Strom Center - Monmouth
Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM
On the Menu: Shrimp scampi, baked potato, asparagus, and pineapple OR choose the potato bar, served with your choice or 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Relax, have fun, and let your creativity bloom!
Event: Bloom & Dine: Flower Seed Swap & Meal!
Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties
What: Love flowers? Bring your favorite flower seeds and swap with others. This is a great opportunity to share gardening tips, discover new blooms, and enjoy time with friends.
Where: Roseville Community Center - Roseville
Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
Time: Lunch is served at 11:00 AM.
On the Menu: Shrimp scampi, baked potato, asparagus and pineapple OR choose the potato bar, served with your choice or 1% white or skim chocolate milk
Cost: A suggested donation of $3.00 for the meal.
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call 833-898-8934 to reserve your spot today.
Come grow friendships, flowers, and enjoy a great meal with us!
One of our Senior Nutrition participants called to thank us, "the lunch was great and to be honest, I probably would not eat if it's not ready for me."
Another Senior Nutrition participant sent us a thank you note. "The meals are always very good! This is the best thing that's happened for us. It has helped me so much. I appreciate everything you do. Thank you for helping take care of the senior community."