The nutrition program for persons age 60 and over is funded by the county Office for the Aging, state and federal grants, and contributions from participants. Meals are served Monday through Friday at the Ava Dorfman Senior Citizens Civic Center and the South Rome Senior Citizens Center, both in Rome; United Methodist Church, Vernon; United Methodist Church, Boonville, Noyes Manor Apartments, Sherrill; and Town Hall in Forestport.

It is essential to the success of the program that those who can afford to contribute do so. However, no one can be turned away because they do not contribute. Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.

Each diner receives an envelope into which a suggested voluntary contribution may be placed to pay for the meal. A donation of $2.25 is suggested. Those under age 60 must pay $6.40. The menu for the week of June 11-15:

Monday — Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, wax beans, whole wheat bread, and a cookie.

Tuesday — Omelet with salsa, spinach, home fries, orange juice, a muffin, and a fruit cup.

Wednesday — Oven brown chicken breast, parmesan pasta, Brussels sprouts, Italian bread, and chocolate pudding.

Thursday — Sliced pork with gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli with cheese sauce, dinner roll, and apple/cranberry crunch with topping.

Friday — Goulash, mixed vegetables, garlic bread, fruit juice, and fresh fruit.

Diet substitutes are available with some meals, upon request. The menu is subject to change by the OFA.