Senior Nutrition Program

Washington's Senior Nutrition Program operates under the federal Older Americans Act and is administered by ALTSA in partnership with local Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) and community providers. The state publishes Senior Nutrition Program Standards (revised 2025) that govern menu planning, food safety, and nutrition quality. Meals are typically delivered as either congregate meals (at senior centers and other community sites) or home-delivered meals to homebound seniors. The program also points participants to broader nutrition resources, food banks, and the Basic Food (SNAP) program for additional food assistance.