Food
The Baltimore City Health Department runs several programs that provide food for Baltimore City older adults.
Home Delivered Food Boxes
*This program is usually just for adults 55+ but is currently open to all*
This program delivers a 15-pound box of non-perishable groceries to Baltimore City residents who:
- cannot afford meals or groceries
- currently have no food at home or will run out of food before they can buy more
To talk to someone about signing up, contact Maryland Access Point (MAP):
- By phone (410) 396-2273 (CARE)
- By email, map.bchd@baltimorecity.gov
Eating Together in Baltimore
Community-based meals for adults age 60+ at 10 senior centers across the city. The program also provides meals for residents of certain older adult housing.
Meals are free, but you must register for the program. To sign up and for more information, call 443-573-0161.
Senior Center | Meal Days/Times | Address | Phone |
| Greenmount (Korean meals) | Tues & Thurs, 10am-1pm | 425 Federal St | (443) 996-9171 |
| Harford | Mon-Thurs, 11am-1:30pm | 4920 Harford Rd | (410) 426-4009 |
| Hatton | Mon-Thurs, 10am-1pm | 2825 Fait Ave | (410) 396-9025 |
| Oliver | Mon-Thurs, 10am-2pm | 1700 N. Gay St | (410) 396-3861 |
| Sandtown | Tues-Thurs, 10am-1:30pm | 1601 Baker Street | (410) 396-7725 |
| Waxter | Mon-Thurs, 10am-1pm | 1000 Cathedral St | (410) 396-1324 |
| Zeta | Mon-Thurs, 10am-1pm | 4501 Reisterstown Rd | (410) 396-3535 |
| Cherry Hill | Tues & Thurs, 10am-2pm | 3301 Waterview Ave | (443) 986-4693 |
| Senior Network | Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-12pm | 5828 York Rd | (410) 323-7131 |
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
$35 for Baltimore City residents 60+ to use at farmers’ markets. The money is placed on cards, which can be used for fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey.
Learn more about the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
Exercise
Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance
Discover the art of balance and stability with our Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance program. This unique, evidence-based program offers older adults a gentle yet powerful way to enhance their physical coordination, reduce fall risks, and improve overall mobility. Designed by Dr. Fuzhong Li at the Oregon Research Institute, the program transforms traditional Tai Ji Quan techniques into therapeutic movements specifically aimed at improving postural stability, functional walking, and the strength of lower extremities.
Senior Center Sites:
Location: Harford Center
Schedule: Wednesdays at 10:00 AM (Starting March 4th, 2026)
For more information or to register, contact:
tanisha.rogers@baltimorecity.gov | 410-426-4009
Location: Myerberg Center
Schedule: Mondays at 10:00 AM & Thursdays at 12:00 PM
For more information or to register, contact:
ilysa@myerberg.org | 410-358-6856
Location: Sandtown-Winchester Center
Schedule: Mondays at 11:15 AM
For more information or to register, contact:
mary.parker-collins@baltimorecity.gov | 410-396-7725
Location: Waxter Center
Schedule: Tuesdays at 9:15 AM
For more information or to register, contact:
lori.fagan@baltimorecity.gov| 410-396-1324
Location: Zeta Center
Schedule: Tuesdays at 12:45 PM (Starting March 3, 2026)
For more information or to register, contact:
braxton.nicole@baltimorecity.gov | 410-396-3535
For additional information, contact Ugonna Njoku:
(410) 545-3947
ugonna.njoku@baltimorecity.gov
Bingocize
Bingocize is an evidence-based program that integrates physical activity, health education, and the familiar structure of bingo to enhance mobility and social connection among older adults. Bingocize is currently held at the Waxter Center on Wednesdays at 9:15 AM.
Senior Center Sites:
Location: Harford Center
Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays at 12:30 PM
For more information or to register, contact:
tanisha.rogers@baltimorecity.gov | 410-426-4009
Location: Oliver Center
Schedule: Wednesdays & Thursdays at 1:30 PM (Starting June 2026)
For more information or to register, contact:
nikia.humphrey@baltimorecity.gov | 410-396-3861
Location: Sandtown-Winchester Center
Schedule: Wednesdays at 11:00 AM & Thursdays at 11:30 AM
For more information or to register, contact:
mary.parker-collins@baltimorecity.gov | 410-396-7725
For additional information, contact Ugonna Njoku:
(410) 545-3947
ugonna.njoku@baltimorecity.gov
Fit & Strong!
Fit & Strong! is an evidence-based program and physical activity initiative designed for older adults, particularly those with osteoarthritis, focusing on improving strength, flexibility, and overall health through structured exercise and education.
Senior Center Sites: Harford Center, Oliver Center, Sandtown-Winchester Center
For more information, contact Ugonna Njoku:
(410) 545-3947
ugonna.njoku@baltimorecity.gov
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)
CDSMP is an evidence-based interactive workshop that supports individuals with chronic conditions in managing their health through practical strategies and peer support. The program begins Thursday, April 23, and runs for six consecutive weeks.
Senior Center Sites: To be determined.
For more information, contact Ugonna Njoku:
(410) 545-3947
ugonna.njoku@baltimorecity.gov