Older residents of Atlanta looking for a meal should take advantage of a valuable food program launched by the city.
The Senior Food Assistance Program has partnered with food delivery services to bring meals to the doorsteps of Atlanta’s elderly population.
Atlanta Senior Food Assistance Program: How To Sign Up
To sign up for the food assistance program, you have to fill out a survey to see if you a qualify.
You can also contact ATL311 for information or help with filling out the survey by dialing 311 within Atlanta or (404) 546-0311.
Here are the qualifications for the Senior Food Assistance. You must:
- Live in Atlanta city limits
- Age 60 or older
- Low income (household income at or below 80% of the AMI);
- Not participating in any other senior food assistance program and meet one of the following criteria:
- Unable to leave home
- Unable to prepare meals for themselves; or
- Unable to procure or utilize commercial home delivery services.
For more information on the Senior Food Assistance Program and to access the survey, visit: AtlantaStrong.org/Seniors-Support.
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