As we age, cooking can be a great way to manage health conditions, save money, and remain independent. The resources on this page provide nutritional information, recipe ideas, and suggestions to make cooking more accessible. Additional resources can be found on the Groceries page.
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Free recipes and nutritional information provided by the Nutrition and Aging Resources Center developed specifically for older adults.
Free recipes and cook books designed for older adults provided by the CSFP developed by non-profits and state agencies including the USDA.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Website: https://www.fns.usda.gov/csfp/sharing-gallery/recipes-cookbooks
Cook for Your Life provides free recipes separated into multiple categories including by preparation methods and health concerns.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Address: 1100 Fairview Ave N, Mailstop M4-B402, Seattle, WA 98109
Email: can send a message through the "Contact Us" page of website
Website: https://www.cookforyourlife.org/
The article provides recommendations for older adults on how to make cooking accessible and increase flavor without compromising nutrition.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Phone: (413) 538-9020
Website: https://accesscarepartners.org/healthy-cooking-for-older-adults-and-individuals-with-disabilities/
The program provides individuals who have or are at risk of cardiovascular disease with education and activities to develop and maintain a heart healthy lifestyle through exercise, nutrition, stress management, and overall health education.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Individuals with cardiovascular disease or who are at risk of developing cardiovascular disease
Address: 7667 Folsom Boulevard, Room 3030, Sacramento, CA 95826
Phone: (916) 278-4402
Email: csuscvwellness@gmail.com
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This page was created by Virgil Ullman. Last updated 3/23/2026.