FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. How do I make a donation to the Senior Center and who is the payee?
A. Please make the check out to SMSSI
Q. How do I make a donation for Roadrunner??
A. Please make the check out to SAP or Sacramento Assistance Program
Q. Do I have to be registered to participate in this
program called CONGREGATE MEAL
PROGRAM?
A. No. However, when you register, it saves you time going
directly to the food service line.
Q. What is the criteria/eligibility for the program?
A. Participants are eligible for registration by:
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Being 60 years of age or older.
Having a spouse who is 60 years of age or older.
Accompany an eligible individual who is disabled.
Reside with and be the primary caregiver/provider of an eligible
individual.
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Q. Are special menus provided to meet special dietary needs
whether it be religious, health related or ethnic requirements?
A. When feasible and appropriate, Planning & Service Area IV
(PSA IV) Providers must provide special menus to meet special dietary needs arising from health,
religious or ethnic requirements of the participants. Feasibility and appropriateness are determined
by whether:
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A sufficient number of persons need the special menus to make
the preparation practical; and the food and skills necessary to prepare the special menus are
available to the program.
*PSA IV Providers may provide therapeutic diets if:
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The need has been determined, as evidenced by written diet
orders signed by a physician and placed in the participant’s files; the necessary resources are
available to the program; and
Either: Supervision is provided by a registered dietician; or
the meals are purchased from a qualified agency (hospital or similar facility) whose meal preparation is
supervised by a registered dietitian.
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The Dietary Guidelines are verified by a nutrition computer
analysis.
The Congregate Meal Program provides two choices:
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The menu for the day.
Pre-made salads, including soup, fruit/dessert, bread and milk.
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Q. Is there an age limit or is the program available to
everyone?
A. Guest, under 60 years of age, must pay the full cost of the
meal, $10.00.
Q. What if my spouse meets the age requirement and I don’t,
how can I qualify?
A. See question above for eligibility requirements.
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Being 60 years of age or older.
Having a spouse who is 60 years of age or older.
Accompany an eligible individual who is disabled.
Reside with and be the primary caregiver/provider of an eligible
individual.
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Q. Can I bring my children or grandchildren to the center to
eat?
A. Yes. Guests, under 60 years of age, must pay the full cost of
the meal, $10.00.
Q. Is there a charge for the program?
CONGREGATE MEAL
PROGRAM includes lunch is served Monday
thru Friday 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Reservations are required by 8:30 am or call
anytime and leave your dining request on our answering service.
575-682-3022. The cost to prepare each lunch is $10.00. A
suggested donation of $3 from those age 60 years and older helps to defray the
cost; however, no one will be denied services for choosing not to donate. Guests, under 60 years of age, must pay the full cost of
the meal, $10.00.
Q. Can I volunteer for this program?
A. Volunteers are needed to:
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*Package Meals On Wheels (MOW)
*Deliver Meals On Wheels (MOW)
*Serving food on the line for the Congregate Meal Program
*Washing dishes for daily meal service.
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