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.

February Menu

Daily Menu Ingredients

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

Phone

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 & Learn: Scam Awareness

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: Join us for a tasty meal followed by an educational presentation about scames that affect seniors. Our guest speaker is Donna Painter from Raritan State Bank. Enjoy a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where you can connect with others while learning important information.

Where: Community Senior Citizens of Stronghurst - Stronghurst

Date: Monday, February 2, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.

On the Menu: Roast beef with cheese on a bun, green beans, potato triangle and pineapple 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: Lunch & Learn: Scam Awareness

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

Where: Henderson Senior Center - Oquawka

Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.

On the Menu: Stuffed pepper casserole with ground beef and rice, corn and applesauce 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, enjoy lunch, and gain helpful tips for staying safe.

Event: Books & Bites Exchange: A Story and a Meal

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: Join us for a tasty meal and book swap. Don't miss this page-turning chnace to bring a book swap, and discover a new story that could spark your next adventure or inspire a thoughtful conversation. Whether you prefer fiction, nonfiction, or something inbetween, ther's soemthing for everyone to share and enjoy.

Where: Roseville Community Center - Roseville

Date: Friday, February 6, 2026

Time: Lunch and program begin at 11:00 AM.

On the Menu: Maid rite with cheese on a bun, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, and an orange 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.

It's more than just lunch. It's community, connection, and a chance to turn the page to
new stories and good company.

Event: Color, Connect & Dine

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: This event offers the perfect opportunity to express your creativity with adult coloring pages and pencils, while enjoying a hot nutritious meal in a warm and welcoming community setting. It's more than just a meal—it's a chance to connect, share stories, and engage others.

Where: Mercer County Senior Center - Aledo

Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.

On the Menu: Meatball sandwich, sweet potatoes, salad with cherry tomatoes, and tropicla fruit 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.

Don't miss this chance to nourish your body, sharpen your mind, and make meaningful connections. Let's color outside the line together!

Event: Lunch and Valentine Card Craft

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: Join us for a tasty meal and then enjoy creating Valentine's Day cards. Exercise your creativity and enjoy some good conversation in a warm, welcoming atmosphere as you connect with others.

Where: Strom Center - Monmouth

Date: Friday, February 13, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.

On the Menu: Beef sandy mash on wheat bread, California veggies, and a banana 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.

Bring your creativity, share some laughs, and enjoy a delightful afternoon with friends and new acquantances alike.

Event: Simmer & Share: Crockpot Recipe Exchange

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: Join us for Simmer & Share! Discover new crockpot favorites and trade treied-and-true recipes with friends and neighbors. From hearty soups to sweat treats, there's no limit to what a corckpot can do! Enjoy a hot, nutritious meal in a friendly, welcoming environment, then stick around for some tasty inspiration.

Where: Roseville Community Center - Roseville

Date: Friday, February 20, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:00 AM.

On the Menu: Chicken fajita with green and red peppers, peas, brown rice, and apricots 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.

Bring a copy of your go-to crockpot recipe or a few to share. Let's stir up something delicious together!

Event: Lunch and the Art of Napkin Folding

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: Join us for a tasy meal and then explore the art of napkin folding. Discover creative ways to transform simple napkins into elegant designs, exercise your creativity, and enjoy some good conversation in a warm, welcoming atomosphere as you connect with others.

Where: Strom Center - Monmouth

Date: Friday, February 27, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM

On the Menu: Shepherd's pie with ground beef, dinner roll and mixed fruit 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.

Bring your creativity and fold some flair into your day while enjoying a delightful afternoon folding,
chatting , and connecting.

Event: Eat & Folded Creations

Who: If you're age 60 or older and live in Henderson, Mercer, or Warren Counties

What: Enjoy a hot, nutitious meal followed by a fun origami activity! Discover how to fold paper into simple creations, enjoy good comapny, and laugh while learning somethign new.

Where: Mercer County Senior Center - Aledo

Date: Friday, February 27, 2026

Time: Lunch is served at 11:30 AM.

On the Menu: Shepherd's pie with ground beef, dinner roll and mixed fruit 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 hungry, leave smiling, and take home your own folded creations!

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."