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Behind the PlateYour Partner Behind the Plate

TRIO Community Meals works alongside community nutrition programs to deliver nutritious meals, reliable service, and meaningful connection to older adults across the country. Behind the plate is a team of culinary, nutrition, operations, and delivery experts working together to strengthen programs and the communities they serve.

  • 125M
    Meals Served Annually
  • 50
    Years in Senior Nutrition
  • 96.9%
    Client Retention Rate
  • 90+
    Distribution Centers Nationwide

Behind the Plate: Supporting Your Mission

At TRIO Community meals, every meal is backed by the people, expertise, and operational support that make it possible. From chef-designed menus and registered dietitian expertise to fresh, frozen, shelf-stable, and medically tailored meal solutions, TRIO works alongside your program with reliable operations, technology, and nationwide support so you can focus on serving older adults and strengthening your community.

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  • Culinary & Nutrition – Chef-designed menus, registered dietitian expertise, regionally inspired meals, and nutrition education developed for older adults.
  • Partnership & Support – Technology, operational excellence, and dedicated support that help nutrition programs serve their communities with confidence.
  • Connection & Impact – From congregate dining to home-delivered meals, every meal creates opportunities for connection, independence, and healthier communities.

Community Impact

There’s a reason why “community” is in our name. At TRIO Community Meals, our commitment to proper nutrition with wholesome foods is in every meal we prepare...helping the agencies and locations we support improve lives through nourishment and compassionate care. Our meals are carefully designed and prepared according to OAA guidelines, so the individuals you serve always receive healthful, nourishing foods that promote well-being for older adults and other vulnerable populations.

12M

older adults in the U.S. are at risk of hunger.

50%

of seniors living alone can't afford basic needs

90M

seniors projected in the U.S. population by 2030.

See Our Impact

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Who We Serve

TRIO Community Meals partners with agencies and organizations that share one goal: helping older adults live healthier, more independent lives. From local nonprofits to state-supported programs, TRIO’s reliable meal solutions, kitchen management expertise, and flexible operations empower partners to strengthen community connections, reach more individuals, and deliver consistent quality with every meal.

Partnering with organizations dedicated to nourishing older adults and supporting community well-being.

Who We Serve
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Our Programs

All TRIO programs are designed to promote optimal health and well-being of older adults and the Medicare/Medicaid dual-eligible individuals who receive our meals.

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    Nutritional Education

    Monthly e-newsletters, handouts, videos, and workshops that connect nutritious food to health.

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    Culinary Events

    Interactive cooking classes to empower older adults to make healthy choices.

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    Ask a Dietitian

    Access to a registered dietitian nutritionist for expert advice about healthy eating.

TRIO Services

Our services are flexible and customizable to meet your programs’—and meal recipients—needs. The TRIO team is here to optimize your program, from menu development to production to delivery logistics. Our wide array of services enhances your meal program, your team’s productivity, and of course, senior nutrition. These are available as needed and are customized to your organization’s operation.

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Diverse Meal Types

Hot, frozen, chilled, shelf-stable, medically tailored, and emergency meals to meet your program’s unique needs.

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Meal Production & Packaging

Managed at a TRIO kitchen or your facility, with food safety protocols fully in place.

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Menu Planning & Curation

Locally inspired, culturally diverse menus developed by our in-house registered dietitians and that meet your program guidelines.

Additional Services That Support and Optimize Your Meal Program

  • Meal delivery to homes and congregate settings
  • Proprietary delivery confirmation technology
  • Kitchen management
  • Dedicated operational support team
  • Marketing and culinary support
  • Emergency and contingency planning
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  • Our demand for meals is much higher than what we can serve. TRIO provides us with the highest quality meals at the lowest prices possible, allowing us to serve as many seniors as possible.

    Paul Downey Outgoing CEO, Serving Seniors

  • Socialization is very important for older adults. TRIO meals help attract folks to our senior centers where they can meet friends and develop a real sense of community.

    Paul Downey Outgoing CEO, Serving Seniors

  • We share a mission with TRIO, and because of that, our partnership feels like a true collaboration. They value the expertise we bring to the table, and together we maintain open lines of communication. TRIO listens, and we work as a team to implement the changes needed for success. That’s what makes a partnership like this thrive.

    Jill Keough and Kate Senn Executive Director and Nutrition Program Director, Greater Springfield Senior Services

  • Receiving federal funding means we need to explore additional programs to maximize our impact. We truly appreciate TRIO’s focus on the bottom line and their dedication to supporting our efforts. Thanks to their partnership, the number of meals we’re preparing, and the number of meals being consumed continue to grow.

    Jill Keough and Kate Senn Executive Director and Nutrition Program Director, Greater Springfield Senior Services

 

Connect with TRIO

Looking for ways to elevate your program or expand your impact? Contact us today to learn how we can support your mission.