One of the most important services Thrive Alliance provides is our congregate meal sites. Although the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered these sites for many months, many of them are back in operation. They provide not only healthful, nutritious meals for those in need, they also provide a much needed social outlet for many. Current operating congregate meal sites are:
Bartholomew County
Armory Apartments
646 Franklin Street
Columbus, IN 47201
812-341-6823
Columbus Drive-Through Location
1531 13th Street
United Way parking lot at 14th Street
Columbus, IN 47201
812-341-6823
Brown County
Willow Manor
72 Willow Street
Nashville, IN 47448
812-720-1061
Jackson County
Crothersville Senior Center
114 East Main Street
Crothersville, IN 47229
812-216-2592
Jennings County
North Vernon Senior Housing
45 Henry Street
North Vernon,
IN 47265
812-592-7462
Thrive Alliance congregate meal site participants share their stories
Peggy:
“I’m a mother and wife who has been married 58 years. We have four great kids. My husband comes from a big family, with 13 brothers and sisters. I came to the (Crothersville Senior Center) after I had been in a car wreck. I was a depressed person who was looking for something to do. I found the Senior Center and it gave me a new outlook on life! I made new friends who really love me and I really love them. We share food and play games. But, most of all – I got a new family!”
Brenda:
“I moved to Crothersville in 1970. I have been a widow since 1996. We had two sons. I taught elementary school for 34 years. I enjoy coming to the Senior Citizens Center for meals, to play Rummikub and to talk with friends. I eat the meat and vegetables from the dinners because I am doing a KETO weight loss program. I have lost over 50 pounds on the diet! I am an officer here and also take part in other organizations.”
