Union County Announces New Vendor for Senior Nutrition Program

Temporary Service Adjustments Expected During Transition

Union County today announced that Brooklyn Kitchen will assume operations of the County's Senior Nutrition Program, effective January 1, 2026. The program provides nutritious meals to eligible older adults through home-delivered services and congregate meal sites throughout Union County.

"As we welcome our new partner, our top priority is ensuring that Union County seniors continue to receive their meals safely, reliably, and without interruption," said Chairwoman Lourdes Leon. "We are working closely with Brooklyn Kitchen during this transition and will keep residents informed every step of the way."

During the initial transition period, eligible seniors may notice some temporary adjustments as the new vendor ramps up operations:

• Meal delivery times may vary as routes are adjusted and drivers learn new schedules. Some deliveries may arrive earlier or later than usual during the first few weeks.
• Frozen meals will be provided temporarily in January before the program transitions back to hot meals. These meals meet the same nutritional standards and help ensure consistent service during the transition.
• New staff will be providing service, including drivers and congregate site personnel who are being trained and on boarded. All staff are screened and trained to support senior safety and nutrition.
• No changes are expected at congregate sites. All 17 congregate meal sites across Union County will continue to receive hot meals on their regular schedules.

"This program is about care, consistency, and making sure no senior goes without a meal - especially during a time of change," said Commissioner Sergio Granados, Liaison to the Union County Human Services Advisory Council. "When County management learned this transition needed to happen sooner than expected, we moved quickly to put a plan in place that protects our seniors and keeps meals coming. That commitment to people - and to showing up when it matters - is something I will always be proud of."

Eligible seniors who are already enrolled in the Senior Nutrition Program do not need to take any action to continue receiving meals. Residents with questions or feedback are encouraged to contact the Union County Division on Aging at 908-527-4870.