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PCOA assumes no responsibility by providing this information. This list is a community service and not an endorsement of any organization listed. We update information annually, however information could change over the course of a year. Please verify directly with the resource.
Listings for Meals and Nutrition / Community Lunch Programs
Meals and Nutrition
Proper nutrition is vital to remaining healthy and aging well. PCOA provides a variety of outside resources that can assist depending upon your situation. These options range from meals delivered in your home to grocery shopping services. Some services may be private pay, but there are non-profit organizations that also work to alleviate hunger and get homebound adults nutritious food.
Community Lunch Programs
Meal and nutrition programs exist around the county and are run by various organizations. PCOA has the most extensive community lunch program with 12 sites around the county. Not only do these programs help low-income older adults receive the nutrition they need, but the programs also allow them to make new social connections with their neighbors. Each program has different requirements for service, and most require registration before attending.
See the glossary for descriptions of all categories
Arivaca Coordinating Council Human Resource Group
Arivaca Human Resource building
17252 W. 5th St.
Arivaca, AZ 85601
(520) 398-2771
Fax: (520) 398-9788Email: arivacahr@gmail.com
description
Hunger Relief in the form of Meals and Food Boxes.
Energy Assistance for Trico, TEP, Propane, SWGas, and Firewood for cooking/heating
On-site Thrift Store offering gently used clothing, accessories, and linens.
Referral and support services.
service area
Arivaca
business hours
M - Th 8:00 AM - 4:00 Pm
costs
Many of our services are provided by volunteers, emphasizing hope and dignity for the individual. Confidentiality is of extreme importance. While helping the community, we encourage self-sufficiency through assistance and education. Services are provided free of charge. The exception is clothing and linens from our on-site Thrift Store. Most items are priced at $.50/each.
Armory Park Senior Center
City of Tucson
220 S. 5th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 791-4865
Email: TPRD-armory@tucsonaz.govhttp://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/Armory-Park-Center
description
PCOA and various dedicated community partners provide meals served at lunch sites to older adults 60 and older. In addition to meals, the center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
service area
Tucson
business hours
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. & Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sunday and Holidays
costs
A suggested donation of $2.00-$3.00 is requested for the Community Lunch Program
Caridad Community Kitchen
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona
845 N. Main Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 882-5641
Email: caridad@communityfoodbank.orgdescription
Caridad Community Kitchen offers a community meal program to the public offering prepared food, water, pet food, and personal care supplies.
No ID or program registration required. All are welcome! Program only serves those who are physically present.
Contact program directly for known closures.
business hours
Free Grab & Go Meals Available Monday – Friday: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Casa De Encanto
Chicanos Por La Causa
Community Lunch Program (Congregate Meals)
250 N. Sliverbell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 310-6716
http://pcoa.org/ways-we-help/meals-nutrition.html/description
PCOA and various dedicated community partners provide meals served at lunch sites to older adults 60 and older. In addition to meals, the center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
service area
Tucson
costs
A suggested donation of $2.00-$3.00 is requested for the Community Lunch Program
Freedom Park Center
5000 E. 29th St.
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 791-4969
Email: TPRD-Freedom@tucsonaz.govhttp://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/Freedom-Park-Center
description
PCOA and various dedicated community partners provide meals served at lunch sites to older adults 60 and older. In addition to meals, the center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
costs
A suggested donation of $2.00-$3.00 is requested for the Community Lunch Program.
Liogue Senior Center
Community Lunch Program Site
7601 S. Camino Benes, Bldg. B
Tucson, AZ 85757
(520) 879-5530
Fax: (520) 879-5604description
Liogue Senior Center serves older adults of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe who live on or off the reservation. Though the total operational hours of the center are below, note that breakfast is served between 8:30 AM -9:30 AM and lunch between 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM.
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Northminster Presbyterian Church
Senior Lunches
2450 E. Ft. Lowell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 327-7121
Fax: (520) 327-1839Email: office@npctucson.org
description
At Northminster, we are dedicated to serving our community through a range of vital resources to nourish both body and spirit. Our commitment to caring for others is evident through our diverse offerings:
GRAB AND GO MEAL (Mondays | Weekly | 5:00-6:00 pm | Fellowship Hall (Prayer Garden Entrance): Northminster partners with the Caridad Community Kitchen to offer a wholesome, portable meal every Monday evening.
FOOD PANTRY (Tuesdays | Weekly | 8:00-10:00 am | Multipurpose Bldg. - South Parking Lot): The Northminster Deacons Pantry is open every Tuesday morning to distribute free bags of essential grocery items. No identification is required.
MOBIBLE DRIVE-THRU FOOD PANTRY (3rd Thursday of the month, Nov. - May | 8-10 am | South Parking Lot): In collaboration with Interfaith Community Services and The Community Food Bank, we provide a monthly distribution of fresh produce and essential food items, all at no cost. Enter our South parking lot from Tucson Blvd.
In addition to these compassionate resources, we invite you to join us for our uplifting Sunday church services, available both in-person and online (livestream link - https://youtube.com/npctucson) at 8, 9:45, and 11:30 AM.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - Th 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, S Closed, Su 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Liogue Senior Center
Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Tribal Government
7601 S. Camino Benem
Tucson, AZ 85757
(520) 879-5530
Fax: (520) 879-5540description
Pascua Yaqui Tribal enrolled seniors have access to support services by scheduling an appointment for a home visit or an office visit with their assigned social worker; seniors can participate in nutritional congregate, and home-bound meals in weekly congregate activity are provided for seniors to socialize with their peers.
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Picture Rocks Community Center
Citizens for Picture Rocks
Community Lunch Program Site
5615 N. Sanders Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 682-7166
http://pima.gov/1290/Picture-Rocks-Community-Centerdescription
Congregate meals are served to low-income individuals in Picture Rocks, provided they verify income. In addition to lunch, we provide other activities for older adults such as beginning line dancing, advanced line dancing, Picture Rocks knitting circle, Picture Rocs Watercolor class, Picture Rocks Game Day for older adults, and enhanced fitness classes. You must register. Please call or visit our website to register for classes.
service area
Picture Rocks
business hours
M – F 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Posada Life Community Services
Community Lunch
780 S. Park Centre Ave.
Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 393-6814
http://posadalife.org/community-servicesdescription
PCOA and various dedicated community partners provide meals served at lunch sites to older adults 60 and older. In addition to meals, the center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
service area
Green Valley
business hours
M - F 8:30 - 4:30
costs
A suggested donation of $2.00-$3.00 is requested for the Community Lunch Program.