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42 Years
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Emergency
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Senior Catering: Nutritious Meals for Seniors in South Carolina
Senior Catering was founded in 1984 with a mission to improve the quality and affordability of meals for South Carolina's elderly population. Our organization was established through a collaborative effort between the Central Midlands Council of Governments and Richland County's Senior Resources, addressing widespread dissatisfaction with existing meal service providers. We pioneered a model using Grade A quality ingredients, same-day meal preparation, and fresh chicken entrees to ensure optimal nutrition and taste. With over 40 years of dedicated service, we've delivered more than 80 million meals while maintaining our commitment to cost-effectiveness and nutritional excellence. Our team of 100+ employees, with an average age of 58, reflects our core value of seniors serving seniors.A registered dietitian nutritionist oversees all menu compliance with CACFP and elderly nutrition program requirements. We operate 200+ delivery locations across South Carolina, serving 12,000 midday meals daily through both congregate dining sites and home delivery programs. Our unique same-day preparation system requires significant operational resources but ensures maximum freshness. As a non-compensated leadership body, our Board of Directors continues to guide our organization with the same volunteer spirit that inspired our creation. This enduring commitment to community service has made us a trusted partner in senior nutrition programs statewide.
Services
Hot Prepared Daily Meals
Frozen Meals
Special Catering
Emergency Meals
Meal Delivery
Nutrition Compliance
Dietitian Services
Congregate Dining
Home Bound Meals
Menu Customization
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in senior nutrition programs
- Our meals are prepared the same day they are delivered
- We employ a registered dietitian nutritionist for menu compliance
- Our team includes 100+ predominantly senior employees
- We meet CACFP and federal nutrition program requirements
Services
Hot Prepared Daily Meals
Freshly prepared meals delivered the same day across South Carolina. Our menu features Grade A quality ingredients and fresh chicken entrees. Each meal meets federal nutrition standards through our registered dietitian's oversight. This service supports both congregate dining sites and home-bound seniors.
Frozen Meal Programs
Nutritious frozen meal options with fresh supplements available for individual clients. Our frozen meal systems provide 2-5 day supplies while maintaining compliance with elderly nutrition requirements. Special packaging ensures meal quality and freshness.
Emergency Meal Solutions
Shelf-stable meal options designed for emergency preparedness. These ready-to-eat meals meet federal nutrition standards while providing critical food security for seniors during emergencies or disruptions in regular service.
Nutrition Compliance
Menu development and compliance services led by a registered dietitian nutritionist. We ensure all meals meet CACFP and federal elderly nutrition program requirements while maintaining culinary quality and variety.
Meal Delivery
Daily meal delivery to 200+ locations across South Carolina, including home-bound senior services through Meals on Wheels. Our logistics system ensures timely delivery of 12,000 midday meals daily using same-day preparation methods.
Questions
What services does Senior Catering provide?
We offer hot daily meals, frozen meal options, emergency shelf-stable meals, special catering for large groups, and home delivery through Meals on Wheels programs across South Carolina.
How long has Senior Catering been in operation?
We've been serving South Carolina seniors since 1984, delivering over 80 million meals through our congregate dining and home delivery programs.
How do you ensure meal quality and nutrition?
Our meals use Grade A quality ingredients, are prepared the same day they're served, and are overseen by a registered dietitian to meet federal nutrition standards.
What areas do you serve?
We deliver meals across South Carolina through 200+ locations, serving 12,000 midday meals daily to both congregate dining sites and home-bound seniors.
What makes your service unique?
Our same-day meal preparation system ensures maximum freshness, while our senior workforce model reflects our commitment to community service and intergenerational support.