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1. How old do you have to be to come to the Lumpkin County Senior Center?

To be a part of the nutrition program, you must be 60 years old and to participate in the activities you must be 55 years old.

2. Do you provide transportation?

Yes, we provide transportation to those who are in the nutrition program.

3. What do you do at the Senior Center?

Some activities include:

• Bingo
• Eating
• Exercising
• Fellowship
• Having fun
• Parties
• Playing games
• Socializing

For additional information, please view the Senior Center page.

4. Do you take trips?

We only take day trips.  We go to places such as:

• Local Banks
• Fresh & Frugal
• Local restaurants
• Post Office
• Walgreens
• Walmart
• Etc.

5. How do I sign up for Meals on Wheels?

You can call the senior center at 706-864-2358 and they will take your information for a referral or you can call Legacy Link at 770-538-2650 and ask for help getting Meals on Wheels.

6. What happens once I request to receive Meals on Wheels?

A Care Coordinator will call you and schedule an appointment for a nurse to visit for an assessment for services.

7. How long does it take to get the meals once I do a referral?

If there is not a waiting list for meals, the time frame is usually within three weeks.

8. I have several doctors appointments, what are the options for meals?

There are two options for meals. For those with many doctors’ appointments, we deliver frozen meals on a designated day, once per week.

All others receive a hot meal, Monday through Friday.

9. Are there special meals for diabetics?

There are special meals for diabetics and those receiving hot meals are served a therapeutic dessert.