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This organization helps older adults in poverty live healthy and fulfilling lives by providing nutritious meals, affordable housing, and comprehensive support services.
About Them
About Them
Serving Seniors was founded in 1970 to support and uplift low-income older adults aged 60 and above using an innovative model of whole-person, wraparound support including meals, housing, health and social services, and lifelong learning.
Since then, Serving Seniors has become the largest provider of meals to seniors in the county, and one of the only organizations in the nation providing such a broad base of services to vulnerable, at-risk older adults. Now, Serving Seniors provides nearly 2 million meals, constantly supporting and uplifting our community.
Key Services
Key Services
Health Care Coordination
Health Care Coordination
Public health professionals provide health education, vital signs monitoring, blood pressure clinics, and chronic disease management.
Mental Health Support
Mental Health Support
Mental health education, counseling, and psychiatric assessments in partnership with Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital and Family Health Centers of San Diego.
Case Navigation
Case Navigation
Social workers assist seniors with navigating public benefits, Social Security, and rent.
Congregate Dining
Congregate Dining
Free breakfast and lunch daily at the Gary and Mary West Wellness Center and local neighborhood hubs, offering nutritious meals and opportunities to socialize.
Home-Delivered Meals
Home-Delivered Meals
Fresh, healthy meals directly to homebound seniors throughout the county.
Supportive Housing
Supportive Housing
Manages low-income senior residential complexes integrated with onsite social services.
Homeless Prevention Program
Homeless Prevention Program
A 90-day program providing transitional housing alongside dedicated case management.
Classes & Activities
Classes & Activities
Free fitness classes, arts and crafts, computer training, and interactive social events.
Civic Engagement
Civic Engagement
Senior-led advocacy groups focusing on community improvements and voter education.
How Does This Organization Impact Mental Health?
How Does This Organization Impact Mental Health?
The Link Between Healthy Aging and Mental Health
The Link Between Healthy Aging and Mental Health
Social Connection
Social Connection
Staying connected with others can help reduce loneliness and foster a sense of belonging. Community meals, group activities, volunteer opportunities, and shared experiences provide meaningful ways for older adults to stay engaged with their communities.
Meeting Basic Needs
Meeting Basic Needs
Access to nutritious food, stable housing, healthcare, and financial resources can reduce stress and support both physical and emotional well-being. When these needs are met, individuals are better able to maintain their independence and quality of life.
Staying Active
Staying Active
Physical activity, lifelong learning, creative hobbies, and community involvement can help support emotional health and provide opportunities for purpose, connection, and personal growth throughout life.
Local Help
Local Help
Organizations like Serving Seniors, this week's featured nonprofit, provide nutritious meals, supportive housing, health and mental health services, case management, wellness classes, and opportunities for social connection and civic engagement. By helping older adults stay healthy, connected, and supported, these programs promote mental wellness throughout San Diego County.
Connect!
Connect!
Website: servingseniors.org
Phone: (619) 235-6572
Instagram: @servingseniorssd
Support!
Support!
Monetary Donations
Monetary Donations
Directly support Serving Seniors and the incredible work they do for our community
Volunteer
Volunteer
Donate your time through events like serving meals, hosting an activity, joining the senior walking group, or hosting monthly birthday parties, and more!
Item Donations
Item Donations
Purchase items like basic necessities off of their Amazon wishlist located on their website
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