Gloucester County Meal Sites For Seniors To Close Tuesday

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, NJ — All six congregate meal sites in Gloucester County are closing until further notice as of Tuesday, officials announced Monday morning.

Officials cited the health and safety of the county’s senior residents as they combat the outbreak of new coronavirus. Home delivered meals, through Serv-A-Tray, will continue to be delivered.

“Social distancing is the best way to contain the virus and keep yourself and others safe,” Gloucester County Freeholder Jim Jefferson, liaison to the Division of Health and Human Services, said.

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A list of the Nutrition Program Lunch Sites that are affected can be found on the county website. For assistance or more information, contact the Division of Senior Services Nutrition Office at 856-686-8327 or visit www.gloucestercountynj.gov.