Aging Partners/ADRCNebraska

Lunch Menus June 8-12

- Monday, June 8: Barbacoa tacos, Lettuce salad, Tortilla chips, Guacamole, Fresh fruit
- Tuesday, June 9: Cod sandwich, Pasta salad, Fresh fruit, Sherbet cup
- Wednesday, June 10: Sloppy Joe on a bun, Macaroni salad, Mixed vegetables, Apple
- Thursday, June 11: Chicken salad on a croissant, Chicken and wild rice soup, California vegetables, Pineapple
- Friday, June 12: Southwest cheeseburger, Tater tots, Lettuce salad, Pears

Meals are served daily at Belmont Senior Center (1234 Judson), Northeast Senior Center (6310 Platte Ave.), Victory Park Senior Center (600 S. 70th St.) and Washington Street Senior Center (Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington). Lunch is served Mondays at Firth Senior Center (311 Nemaha St., Firth), Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bennet Senior Center (American Legion Hall, 970 Monroe St., Bennet) and Wednesdays at Hickman Senior Center (Community Center, 115 Locust St., Hickman)

$5 meal suggested contribution for age 60 and over
$10 meal fee for under age 60
$5 transportation suggested contribution for age 60 and over

For meal reservations, call by noon two business days in advance.
- Belmont: 402-441-7990
- Northeast: 402-441-7151
- Victory Park: 402-441-7154
- Washington Street: 402-441-7157
- Bennet, Firth, Hickman: 402-416-7693

We’re hiring! 🚨 Aging Partners is seeking a dedicated ADRC Options Counselor to help older adults and individuals with disabilities access the vital resources they need to thrive independently.

If you love human services, case management and resource coordination, this full-time role offers a great Monday–Friday schedule and incredible benefits.

👉 Click the link to see full qualifications and apply:

ADRC Options Counselor Aging Partners’ Personal and Family Services Division is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time, advanced social service position supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include providing information and referral services, assisting with benefits, and ...

At Aging Partners, our mission is driven by our incredible team. We are so proud of Ben for his continuous commitment to providing exceptional care and support to our community. Thank you for your hard work and dedication! Check out the post below to see more. 👇

Congratulations to Ben Middendorf, Aging Partners/ADRCNebraska Victory Park Senior Center Manager, on receiving a Mayor’s Award of Excellence!

Anyone who knows Ben knows the positive energy he brings to his work, whether he’s helping older adults navigate the bus system, organizing musical events, or hosting “Bingocize”, a game that combines bingo and exercise. He has created a welcoming space at our Victor Park Senior Center where senior citizens feel seen, supported, and genuinely valued. We see this in our numbers, too – since the center’s move to Victory Park, participation in programming has increased more than 108%!

Thank you, Ben, for all you do to make life better for everyone in Lincoln.

Stay one step ahead of scammers! Learn common fraud tactics, key warning signs and practical steps to safeguard yourself.

📍 “Scams and Fraud Prevention” presentation by Pinnacle Bank
- Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. |
- Belmont Senior Center, 1234 Judson St., Room 002 (inside Belmont Rec Center)

📍“2026 Nebraska Scams and Anti-Fraud Education Update” by Ryan Sothan, Nebraska Attorney General’s Office
- Tuesday, June 9 at 10 a.m.
- Victory Park Senior Center, 600 S. 70th St.

Paratransit Application Process Update

StarTran will update its paratransit eligibility process beginning June 1. The update includes a new online submission option and a transfer of program administration from the League of Human Dignity to FBA Nebraska.

FBA Nebraska and StarTran team members will be available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by phone or email. In-person meetings are available if a functional assessment is needed.
Current riders do not need to take action until their next renewal. FBA Nebraska will contact them at that time and provide guidance. New applicants will use the updated process once it takes effect.

For more information, visit lincoln.ne.gov/Paratransit or contact StarTran at 402-441-7185 or [email protected].

Paratransit This door-to-door transportation service was created to help meet the transportation needs of individuals who experience disability and who, because of that disability, are unable to ride the regular fixed-routed city bus. The program requires pre-registration.

Exciting news for Lincoln! We are incredibly proud to be part of the new Age-Friendly Community Action Plan. This initiative is all about enhancing independence, supporting "Aging in Place," and making sure our community thrives at every stage of life. Take a look at the key focal points for communication, housing and transportation below! 👇

Thrilled to announce Lincoln’s new Age-Friendly Community Action Plan!

Age-friendly communities enhance personal independence, help community members to remain in their homes as they age, and provide opportunities for residents of all ages, ability levels, and backgrounds to engage fully in civic, economic, and social life.

Through extensive public engagement efforts, we identified three focal points and associated strategies for our age-friendly efforts going forward:

💻 Communication and Information – We will expand our offerings of digital literacy workshops, increase services in the City’s Aging and Disability Resource Center, and enhance awareness of local services and benefits.

🏠 Housing – We will work to make housing more age-friendly in its design and support “Aging in Place."

🚌 Transportation – We will host “How to Ride” education events, distribute free bus passes for seniors, and mapp existing transportation resources in Lincoln.

Thank you to Aging Partners/ADRCNebraska, community members, and partner organizations who helped shape this important plan for Lincoln’s future.

Lunch Menus June 1-5

- Monday, June 1: Half roast beef sandwich, pickle spear, loaded potato soup, spinach and cranberry salad, peaches
- Tuesday, June 2: Deluxe grilled chicken sandwich, three bean salad, fruit salad
- Wednesday, June 3: Teriyaki meatballs over rice, Mandarin oranges, broccoli, fruit cobbler
- Thursday, June 4: Tater tot casserole, beets, raisin bread, fresh fruit
- Friday, June 5: Hot open-faced turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, melon

Meals are served daily at Belmont Senior Center (1234 Judson), Northeast Senior Center (6310 Platte Ave.), Victory Park Senior Center (600 S. 70th St.) and Washington Street Senior Center (Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington). Lunch is served Mondays at Firth Senior Center (311 Nemaha St., Firth), Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bennet Senior Center (American Legion Hall, 970 Monroe St., Bennet) and Wednesdays at Hickman Senior Center (Community Center, 115 Locust St., Hickman)

$5 meal suggested contribution for age 60 and over
$10 meal fee for under age 60
$5 transportation suggested contribution for age 60 and over

For meal reservations, call by noon two business days in advance.
- Belmont: 402-441-7990
- Northeast: 402-441-7151
- Victory Park: 402-441-7154
- Washington Street: 402-441-7157
- Bennet, Firth, Hickman: 402-416-7693

✈️ Day Trip: SAC Museum and Bakers Candies 🍬
From historic wings to sweet things, join us for a day of exploring legendary aircraft at the SAC Museum followed by a stop at Baker’s Candies.

Thursday, June 25
Bus departs: 9:45 a.m. – Victory Park Senior Center
Returns to Lincoln by 4 p.m.
Cost: $75 per person
Lunch, admission and arrow line bus transportation included in cost.

📞For details and reservations, call 402-441-8453.

Don't forget reserve your seat for the Dinner and Show on Thursday, June 11, featuring The 402 Band (Classic Top 40 Hits).
Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Drive, Lincoln
5:30 to 7 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.)
$20 meal fee (catered by Hy-Vee)
Menu: 1/3-lb burger with all the toppings, baked beans and coleslaw
📞 Call 402-441-8453 to make your reservation by June 3.

Aging Partners offices and all senior centers will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.