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COMING SOON!

Meals-on-Wheels in Motion Adventure Trips rolling out soon! You have all the fun while supporting Meals-on-Wheels of Sullivan County, congregate meals and transportation services, in Newport. Sullivan County Nutrition Services (SCNS) hopes to finalize details for trips like:

Beach Boys Ultimate Tribute Show, with Traditional Maine Lobster bake, in August.

Boston Harbor Bingo Cruise in September.

NH Turkey Train ride & Hart’s Turkey Farm luncheon in October.

A Nashville Country Christmas in December

Boston to Bermuda Cruise for 2027.

More details coming soon.

Vote June 2, 2026 for NSC New Officers

It is that time of year when members can vote for new officers for the NSC. To be eligible to vote, you must be a dues paying member and be present at the members meeting held at 12:30 pm, on June 2, 2026. The positions and candidates being voted on are as follows:

Vice-President- Luke Diamond

Treasurer- Debra Hammett or Shirley Barry (vote for 1)

Board Member- Rebecca Eaton

It is important to be a responsible voter and vote for the best interest of the NSC.

Newport Transportation Services Available

Are you 60+ years of age or older and looking for transportation in Newport? Sullivan County Nutrition Services (SCNS) trained staff are dedicated to getting you where you want to go safely, in Newport. SCNS friendly drivers will pick you up at your home, bring you to your desired destination, in Newport, and get you back home safe and sound.

The suggested donation is only $1 per trip. Rides are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Transportation services are available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 9 am – 3 pm. To learn more about SCNS Transportation services, register and schedule your ride, call 603-863-3177.

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What people are saying

It really matters

Now a driver at the agency for three years, Mike’s journey with Sullivan County Nutrition Services started innocently enough. “I was retired and saw a sign on someone’s car about Meals on Wheels. I was looking for something to do and applied. I’m really glad got involved.” While most client interactions are brief, they are very meaningful to clients. “I know going in that I might be the only outside person someone sees in a given day,” he says. “So, I try to talk about anything, sports, movies, you name it. But I do steer away from politics,” he jokes.

As he loads his Kia Sportage (an all-wheel drive thank you!) with meals for that day’s delivery, Mike says that “what we do here really matters.” “Our clients are part of this community and the service we provide is very important.”

Mike, Meals-On-Wheels Driver

I don’t know what we’d do without them

Married 74 years, Hazel and John are plenty active, but do appreciate some help with meals. On this day, they took a break from some household chores to share their experiences with the Meals on Wheels program.
“We enjoy all of the food. And it’s always fun talking to the drivers This really is a great help to us,” she said. Like John she says all of the food is great but added” the macaroni and cheese is my favorite.”
“This really is a great help to us,” she said. “I don’t know what we’d do without them.”

Hazel and John

Great Peace of Mind

As a client for the past 2 years, Virginia lists the stewed tomatoes and the macaroni and cheese as favorites on her list. “But all of the food is good, and this service is so helpful to me,” she said. “I’m unable to drive to the store as often as I would like, so having the meals delivered give me a great piece of mind.” “I tell all of my friends how great the food is.”

Virginia, client

A true blessing

Unable to drive due to a medical issue, retired photographer Leslie calls Meals on Wheels “a true blessing. The food choices are outstanding.” She shared that as she gets back on her feet, the home deliveries of meals and companionship from the drivers has been an important part of her recovery. She doesn’t have family in the area and says “it’s reassuring to know that meals are taken care of. This makes a big difference to me in my life.”

Lesley, client

A valuable endeavor

As a member of the organization for more than 5 years, he says he like deliveries and conversations. “So many people have led such interesting lives, the things they’ve done, the experiences they’ve had. I really enjoy getting to know people. You develop a relationship with people- you care about them, and they care about you.”

Jonathan, driver

Get involved in the Newport Senior Center

Get Involved

As a community resource for older adults and their families, the Newport Senior Center relies upon committed and caring individuals and organizations who help support our mission through volunteer service, donations of food or gift shop items, sponsorships, participation in special events, charitable donations, or bequests.

No act of kindness or donation is too small. We are better and stronger thanks to you. Each year, thousands of community members support our work. We hope you’ll consider joining this legacy of care. To learn more, or join our cause, please contact Brenda Burns, Executive Director at (603) 863-5139.

Newport Senior Center
Sullivan County Nutrition Services
76 South Main Street, P.O. Box 387,
Newport, NH, United States, 03773
(603) 863-3177

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