Senior Programs

SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM

Nutritious Meals for Older Adults in Mohave County

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Mohave County Department of Public Health Senior Nutrition Program supports healthy aging by helping older adults access nutritious meals and maintain independence in their homes and communities.

Access to regular, balanced meals helps reduce food insecurity, support chronic disease management, and improve overall well‑being for older adults across Mohave County.

This program works in partnership with community organizations to ensure residents have access to safe, nutritious food and supportive services.

WAYS TO RECEIVE MEALS

Meals are available in two ways:

  1. Congregate Meals: Meals served at senior nutrition centers.
  2. Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels): Meals delivered to eligible homebound residents.

Congregate Meals

Congregate meals are hot lunchtime meals served at senior nutrition centers. These meals support healthy aging while providing opportunities to socialize and connect with others in the community.

Eligibility for Congregate Meals

Congregate meals are available at no cost for individuals who meet at least ONE of the following criteria:

  • Age 60 or older
  • The spouse of an individual age 60 or older (spouse may be any age)
  • Individuals under age 60 who have a disability and live in housing primarily occupied by older adults where congregate nutrition services are offered.
  • Individuals under age 60 with a disability who live with an older adult participating in the program.
  • Volunteers under age 60 who provide service during meal hours.

Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels)

Home delivered meals provide nutritious meals to individuals who are unable to shop for or prepare meals due to health or mobility limitations.

Eligibility for home delivered meals is determined through an assessment conducted by Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG) case managers.

Residents may qualify if they meet at least ONE of the following criteria:

  • Are 60 years of age or older and have functional limitations preventing them from obtaining or preparing meals at home.
  • Are the spouse of an eligible participant, regardless of age.
  • Are an individual under age 60 with a disability who resides with an eligible participant.
  • Are an individual under age 60 with a disability and functional limitations that prevent meal preparation and have no other assistance available.

COMMUNITIES SERVED

Home delivered meals are currently available in:

  • Kingman
  • Lake Havasu City
  • Golden Shores
  • Golden Valley
  • Mohave Valley

If you do not see your community listed, other outlying communities may be served by partner agencies that provide frozen meals delivered overnight.

Self‑pay meal delivery options may also be available through providers such as Mom’s Meals.

SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER LOCATIONS

Kingman Senior Nutrition Center

1776 Airway Avenue, Suite A
Kingman, AZ
Phone: 928-757-8150

Lake Havasu Senior Nutrition Center

450 Acoma Boulevard
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Phone: 928-453-0715

Golden Shores Senior Nutrition Center

13136 Golden Shores Parkway
Golden Shores, AZ
Phone: 928-768-2421

 

HOW TO GET STARTED

Join Us for a Meal at a Senior Center

Interested in enjoying a hot, nutritious meal and spending time with others in your community?

Simply call or stop by one of the Senior Nutrition Centers listed above to learn about mealtimes and how to participate. Our staff will be happy to answer your questions and help you get started.

Need Meals Delivered to Your Home?

If leaving home or preparing meals has become difficult, you may qualify for home delivered meals.

To learn more or request an eligibility assessment, contact:

Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG)
928-753-6247
208 N 4th Street, Kingman, AZ

A case manager will speak with you and help determine if home delivered meals are right for you.

*Eligibility criteria follow Arizona Department of Economic Security Aging and Disability Services policies.