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  In-Home Services Wellness Programs Meals / Nutrition Education Nursing Home Pre-Admission Caregiver Support Advocate Services Medicaid Waiver        RELATED WEBSITES
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Help for SeniorsMeals and Nutrition Education Our servicers include both home-delivery for individuals and congregate site options. We provide hot, nutritionally balanced meals, nutrition education and other appropriate counseling to older adults. Some programs include a group meal, which is a great opportunity for socializing with other seniors.
The NWICA Nutrition Program provides roughly 300,000 meals to 4,000 individuals throughout the planning and service area. NWICA Pilot Restaurant Voucher Program To meet the changing needs of the consumers we service, NWICA is developing new program options especially in the area of Nutrition. In the Fall 2009, NWICA will pilot the Restaurant Voucher Program. A local restaurant is used as the daily meal site. In this non-traditional setting, program participants meet at the restaurant during an identified time and use program coupons to eat a heart healthy and nutritious meal. We will provide nutritional support for older adults in a family and community friendly environment. Our hope is to offer diverse menu choices which will include Breakfast and Dinner options as well as the Lunch. For more information regarding eligibility and other program requirements, please call 1.800.826.7871.NWICA Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides eligible senior citizens with checks to use at their local farmers’ markets to purchase fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables. The health benefits of consuming fresh produce, the social interaction provided at the market, and the financial savings makes this a highly desired program for both seniors and farmers. If you would like to learn more about these services and find out if you qualify, contact NWICA 2-1-1 or Information and Assistance at 1-800-826-7871. National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs: www.nanasp.org Eligible seniors must be involved with an assistance program administered through the local Area Agency on Aging. Find the closest AAA near you: www.iaaaa.org/members/aaalist.asp Eligibility National Farmers Markets: www.ams.usda.gov/farmersmarkets Indiana State Department of Health: www.in.gov/isdh/20085.htm Volunteer Opportunities The Lake County and Porter County United Ways have joined together to develop an online volunteer resource center where local non-profit agencies can access interested community volunteers and consumers can access volunteer opportunities available within their organization. It also allows someone interested in volunteering the opportunity to choose a volunteer position based on our organization’s mission, programs or special projects. United Way Regional Volunteer Center : www.nwivolunteer.org
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