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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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  • Delivery may have additional criteria; eligible people are not denied a meal for declining to donate.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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Food assistanceProgramState program · CA

California Department of Aging

Older Californians Nutrition Program

Community or home-delivered meals for eligible older adults.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Contact the local AAA through Find Services in My County.

  1. 01

    Contact the local AAA through Find Services in My County.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

All 58 California counties.

  • CA

What it offers

Meals and nutrition education; voluntary contributions.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Generally people age 60 or older; home delivery requires functional limitations. Certain spouses or people with disabilities also qualify.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

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FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

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Renewal information

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Contact information

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Verification status
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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

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