Elder Nutrition

Offers balanced meals, nutrition education, and opportunities for elders to share meals together, fostering both health and connection.

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St. Croix Tribal Elder Nutrition Program

The St. Croix Tribal Elder Nutrition program provides nutritious meals and supportive resources to help elders maintain their health, independence, and overall well-being. We strive to provide access to healthy, balanced meals while creating opportunities for elders to connect with others in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our goal is to support healthy aging by promoting proper nutrition, social connection, and a healthy lifestyle.

Elder Nutrition Eligibility

The St. Croix Tribal Aging Unit provides nutritious, flavorful meals for tribal elders ages 55+ and non-tribal elders 60 or older and their spouse (regardless of age), as well as to disabled individuals who reside at home with and accompany an older eligible individual to the dining center. Each meal provides at least 33% of the recommended daily amounts of nutrients for older adults. Nutrition screening and dietary counseling by a Registered Dietician is also available. In addition to the congregate meals served, In 2019, the St. Croix Tribal Aging Unit provided almost 5,500 home delivered meals.

Elders Lunch & Meal Donation

The St. Croix Tribal Aging Unit provides nutritious, flavorful meals for tribal elders ages 55+ and non-tribal elders 60 or older and their spouse (regardless of age), as well as to disabled individuals who reside at home with and accompany an older eligible individual to the dining center. Each meal provides at least 33% of the recommended daily amounts of nutrients for older adults. Nutrition screening and dietary counseling by a Registered Dietician is also available. In addition to the congregate meals served, In 2019, the St. Croix Tribal Aging Unit provided almost 5,500 home delivered meals.

Contact Information

Sand Lake Elder Nutrition Site

Monica Martinson

Tara Appleton

Danbury Elder Nutrition Site

Darla Sutton

Linsey Ellis

Maple Plain Elder Nutrition Site

Jodi Gasper

Round Lake Elder Nutrition Site

Melissa Jourdain

Vivian Rogers

Eligibility

Elder services are available to enrolled St. Croix Tribal members aged 55 and older. Some programs may also be available to non-Native spouses of eligible elders. Requirements vary by program—our staff can help determine your eligibility.

Elders Meeting & Event Schedule

FAQS

Find answers to common questions about our services and operations below.

At what age can I access elder programs?
Can my spouse participate in the Elder Nutrition Program?
Is financial assistance from Elder Services taxable?

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