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Saunders County
Senior Services
Saunders County
Senior Services is dedicated to helping older individuals live
independently and remain an active and vital part of the
Community. We are a resource for older adults and their
families providing information about the network of services
available throughout the county. We help to ensure
that all older persons in Saunders County have
access to social, educational and recreational programs.
Saunders County
Senior Services is open Monday thru Friday from 7:00 a.m. till
3:30 p.m. except for recognized County Holidays and inclement
weather. If in doubt, please call 402-443-4896 for
information.
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Senior Centers in Saunders County
Senior Centers in Saunders County are located in
Ashland, Cedar Bluffs, Ceresco, Valparaiso, and Wahoo. The Centers
are community meeting places where older persons can come together for
fellowship, group meals, recreation and learning. A noon meal is
available for a suggested contribution of $3.00 for individuals 60 years
of age or older. Meals are also available for Individuals under 60
for $4.00. Modified diets are available when necessary. Anyone
wishing to eat at a Center must make advance reservations.
There are individual, extenuating circumstances that may qualify
someone to receive a noon meal for a suggested donation.
Please call and visit with the Saunders County Program Manager
for details. Special services
and activities at the Centers include: Educational
presentations, card parties, bingo, quilting, blood pressure
checks, pedicures and manicures, intergenerational activities,
and much more!
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Ashland Senior Center, 123 N 14th Street, Ashland, NE
Hours: Monday-Wednesday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.,
402-994-7627
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Bluffs
Senior Center, 126 West Main, Cedar Bluffs, NE
Hours: Monday-Wednesday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.,
402-628-8101
w Ceresco
Senior Center, 217 Second Street, Ceresco, NE
Hours: Monday & Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.,
402-665-6711
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Valparaiso Senior Center, 312 Pine Street, Valparaiso, NE
Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.,
402-784-2233
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Wahoo Senior Program, 235 East 4th Street, Wahoo, NE
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.,
402-443-4887
Coupon Programs
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Prague Coupon Program - available on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
Call for information, 402-443-4896.
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Yutan Coupon Program - available on Tuesdays and
Thursdays.
Call for information, 402-443-4896.
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Home Delivered Meals
Home Delivered Meals are available to
home-bound seniors throughout Saunders County for a suggested
contribution of $3.25. Each meal is one-third of the
recommended daily nutritional needs for an individual.
Modified diets are available with doctor's orders. Call
402-443-4887 for complete information and/or to set up service.
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Emergency Sack
Lunch
There is an emergency sack lunch program
where an individual can get a shelf stable meal to keep at their
home. The sack lunch can be used if the client is unable
to attend their regular meal site due to illness or other
condition or in the event of an emergency situation. Call
402-443-4887 for additional information.
Other Services Available
Saunders County Senior Services has
several services to help older persons live independently and
stay active members of the community. Services offered include:
- Transportation
- Screening by the County Heath Nurse
- Telephone Reassurance Program
- Senior Companion Program
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Referral Assistance
- Friendly Visitor Program
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