Community Support

Senior Programs & Essential Services

Meals, transportation, food pantry, caregiver support, and community referrals—all designed to help Nikiski seniors live safely, independently, and with dignity.

📍 Nikiski & North Kenai Peninsula

Daily Hot Lunch Program

Nutritious, freshly prepared warm meals served family-style in our Lake Marie dining room every weekday.

Eligibility: Open to all seniors 60+, spouses, and community guests of all ages.

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Cost: Suggested contribution: $7.00 for seniors 60+; $12.00 for guests under 60.

View Details → Reviewed: July 2026

📍 Nikiski Senior Service Area (North Kenai Peninsula)

Meals on Wheels Home Delivery

Warm, nutritious weekday lunches delivered directly to homebound seniors and individuals recovering from illness.

Eligibility: Seniors age 60+ who are homebound due to illness, disability, or frailty.

Schedule: Deliveries made Monday – Friday late morning

Cost: Suggested contribution $7.00/meal; service is provided regardless of ability to contribute.

View Details → Reviewed: July 2026

📍 Nikiski, Kenai, and Soldotna areas

Senior Transportation Services

Safe, wheelchair-accessible door-to-door van rides for medical appointments, shopping, and center visits.

Eligibility: Seniors age 60+ living within the Nikiski Senior Service Area.

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Cost: Suggested contribution $5.00 local Nikiski / $10.00 Kenai-Soldotna round trip.

View Details → Reviewed: July 2026

📍 Entire Kenai Peninsula Borough (Nikiski, Kenai, Soldotna, Sterling, Homer, Seward)

Family Caregiver Support Program

Comprehensive peninsula-wide support, respite care assistance, equipment loans, and guidance for anyone caring for a senior.

Eligibility: Anyone caring for an adult age 60+ or an individual living with Alzheimer's, dementia, or chronic health conditions.

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Appointments & Phone Consultation)

Cost: Free support services; grant assistance available for respite care.

View Details → Reviewed: July 2026

📍 Nikiski Senior Service Area

Senior Emergency Food Pantry

Non-perishable grocery boxes, fresh protein items, and commodity food assistance for Nikiski seniors.

Eligibility: Seniors age 55+ needing food assistance.

Schedule: Available during center open hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Cost: Free

View Details → Reviewed: July 2026

📍 Nikiski & Kenai Peninsula Borough

Information & Community Referrals

One-on-one assistance navigating Medicare, Alaska Senior Benefits, housing applications, energy assistance, and legal aid.

Eligibility: Seniors, family members, and caregivers

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Cost: Free consultation

View Details → Reviewed: July 2026