The Baltimore County Department of Aging (BCDA) is inviting everyone to participate in No Senior Eats Alone Day (NSEAD) on Thursday, September 14, or any day of their choosing during the week of September 10 through 16. The goal is to help make older adults feel valued and connected, establish better eating habits, and improve nutrition and health. We also encourage partners to join us in drawing attention to the impact of social isolation.
If you join and support NSEAD, please post your photographs on social media and use the hashtag #NoSeniorEatsAloneDay.
Ways to Participate
Help make a difference—one person at a time—for the 200,000 adults over the age of 60 in Baltimore County:
- Share a meal with an older adult that you work or volunteer with.
- Take an older adult out to a restaurant or prepare a meal at home for them.
- Provide a gathering space for older adults to eat together.
- Host a special meal with activities and entertainment through a local church, community center or organization.
- Provide a discount at restaurants or offer a special price for seniors.
- Promote the event through your friends, family and local organizations.
- Sign up for a meal at a local senior center or senior housing facility, or invite an older adult to join if you already attend.
Partner Registration
Individuals, businesses, churches, community groups, senior housing, restaurants and more can participate as a partner by holding either a public or private event on NSEAD or during the week of September 10 through 16.
Register to participate as a partner.
Community Partners
Share a meal with friends new and old. Enjoy conversation and stay connected. It’s been shown that sharing meals together improves health, happiness and social connection.
| Partner | Description | Location | Cost | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Burger | Seniors purchasing a meal will get a free cup of ice cream or ice cream sandwich at the Mt. Washington location only when mentioning NSEAD. 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. | 1604 Kelly Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21209 | Cost of meal | Call 443-449-5799 |
| Baltimore County Public Library—Essex | Intended for ages 60 and older. Lunch provided. | 1110 Eastern Boulevard Essex, Maryland 21221 | Free | Call 410-887-0295 |
| Baltimore County Public Library—Owings Mills | Intended for ages 60 and older. Lunch provided. | 10302 Grand Central Ave Owings Mills, Maryland 21117 | Free | Call 410-887-2092 |
| Baltimore County Public Library—Towson | Intended for ages 60 and older. Lunch provided. | 320 York Road Towson, Maryland 21204 | Free | Call 410-887-6166 |
| Baltimore County Public Library—White Marsh | Intended for ages 60 and older. Lunch provided. | 8133 Sandpiper Circle Baltimore, Maryland 21236 | Free | Call 410-887-5097 |
| Baltimore County Public Library—Woodlawn | Intended for ages 60 and older. Lunch provided. | 1811 Woodlawn Drive Woodlawn, Maryland 21207 | Free | Call 410-887-1336 |
| Carrabba's Italian Grill | Free appetizer or dessert when you mention NSEAD. | 130 Shawan Road Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031 | Cost of meal | Call 410-785-9400 |
| Deli-ish | 50 percent off for seniors who mention No Senior Eats Alone Day. | 700 Wise Avenue Dundalk, Maryland 21222 | Cost of meal | Call 443-649-5259 |
| Essex Diner | 20 percent off for seniors who mention NSEAD. 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. | 15 Eastern Boulevard Essex, Maryland 21221 | Cost of meal | Call 410-238-1400 |
| Fish Head Cantina and Rocking Sushi Bar | 15 percent off for seniors that mention NSEAD. | 4802 Benson Avenue Halethorpe, Maryland 21227 | Cost of meal | Call 410-247-2474 |
| Garden and Grounds Bistro | 10 percent off and a free dessert for seniors who mention NSEAD. | 1407 Clarkview Road, Suite 600 Baltimore, Maryland 21209 | Cost of meal | Call 410-321-4141 |
| Grind and Wine | Grind and Wine is a scratch kitchen where guest's food is prepared and cooked to order. On Thursday, September 14, our culinary team will design a free menu with much loved classics and our signature dishes bringing together a uniquely modern American lunch. Guests will enjoy entertainment (easy listening music) while meeting other senior community members. | 3627 Offutt Road Randallstown, Maryland 21133 | Free | Participating attendees can email Kelly Carter at kcarter@grindnwine.com |
| Hazelwood Inn | Multiple specials offered. Please call restaurant for details. | 4937 Hazelwood Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21206 | Cost of meal | Call 410-866-3116 |
| Jennings Cafe | 20 percent off for seniors who mention NSEAD. All week from open to close. | 808 Frederick Road Catonsville, Maryland 21228 | Cost of meal | Call 410-744-3824 |
| Liberatore's | Free dessert for all seniors who mention NSEAD. | 5005 Honey Center Drive, Perry Hall, Maryland 21128 | Cost of meal | Call 410-529-4567 |
| Lib's Grill | 50 percent off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 25 percent off from 3:01 to 10 p.m. for seniors that mention NSEAD. We will also give a $10 Bounce Back Card during the event. | 5009 Honeygo Center Drive, Suite 101 Perry Hall, Maryland 21128 | Cost of meal | Call 410-513-7133 |
| Lib's Grill | 50 percent off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 25 percent off from 3:01 to 10 p.m. for seniors that mention NSEAD. We will also give a $10 Bounce Back Card during the event. | 8191 Maple Lawn Boulevard Fulton, Maryland 20759 | Cost of meal | Call 301-725-5427 |
| Lib's Grill | 50 percent off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 25 percent off from 3:01 to 10 p.m. for seniors that mention NSEAD. We will also give a $10 Bounce Back Card during the event. | 1204 Agora Drive Bel Air, Maryland 21014 | Cost of meal | Call 443-819-3608 |
| Mamma Mish's Homemade Dishes | Half price breakfast from 10 a.m. until noon for seniors. Half price lunch or dinner from noon to 5 p.m. for seniors. Special menu offered. | 12600 Harford Road Hydes, Maryland 21082 | $8 | Call 443-313-3119 |
| Michael's Cafe | Free drink or free dessert for seniors who mention NSEAD. | 2119 York Road Timonium, Maryland 21093 | Cost of meal | Call 410-252-2022 |
| Middle River Assembly of God | Come enjoy a nice meal with us. We always have a fun time together. Please send an email with your name, address, phone number, how many will join us and any food allergies. | 9620 Bird River Road Middle River, Maryland 21220 | Free | Call 410-391-7993 or email Pastor Tina at Middleriverag@gmail.com |
| Miss Shirley's Cafe | Miss Shirley's Cafe Roland Park is offering 60 percent off an individual meal for guests who are 60 years of age or older, only on Thursday, September 14 from 8 to 10 a.m. Guests must mention NSEAD and show valid ID to receive this offer. Offer only good at Miss Shirley's Cafe, Roland Park. | 513 West Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, Maryland, 21210 | Cost of meal | Call 410-889-5272,4 |
| Red Brick Station | Free dessert with the purchase of a meal when you mention NSEAD. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. | 8149 Honeygo Boulevard White Marsh, Maryland 21236 | Cost of meal | Call 410-931-7827 |
| Reisterstown Diner | Special menu with the option of roast beef, roast turkey, pasta, liver, or meatloaf with one side and the option of a soup or salad. Bread or rice pudding for dessert for $12.99 or a 12-inch pizza for $10.99. | 11613 Reisterstown Road, Reisterstown, Maryland 21136 | $12.99 or $10.99 | Call 410-517-1099 |
| Silver Spring Mining Company | Great food and drink specials. 10 percent off any check when mentioning NSEAD. | 8634 Belair Road, Nottingham, Maryland 21236 | Cost of meal | Call 410-256-6809 |
| Sorrento of Arbutus | 25 percent to seniors mentioning NSEAD. | 5401 East Drive, Halethorpe, Maryland 21227 | Cost of meal | Call 410-242-6474 |
Squire's Restaurant | 20 percent off to anyone dining with a senior and any senior that mentions No Senior Eats Alone Day. | 6723 Holabird Avenue | Cost of meal | Call 410-288-0081 |
| The Greene Turtle | 20 percent off entire meal for seniors who mention NSEAD. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. | 8200 Perry Hall Boulevard Nottingham, Maryland 21236 | Cost of meal | Call 410-497-3969 |
| The Valley Inn | Free glass of wine and a free dessert with purchase of a meal for seniors mentioning NSEAD. | 10501 Falls Road Timonium, Maryland 21093 | Cost of meal | Call 410-828-0002 |
| Yes Chef! | 20 percent off any meals ordered on our website for a delivery on a Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday in our delivery area. Simply got to www.yes-chef.com and type in the code NSEAD2023 upon checkout to receive the discount. This code can be used multiple times for the entire month of September. Online only! | 1704 Whetstone Way Baltimore, Maryland 21230 | Cost of meal | Call 877-937-2433 |
The following businesses and organizations are offering events that are not open to the public in conjunction with NSEAD.
- Savvy Seniors of New Christian Memorial Church
- MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
- Senior Adventures in Learning at CCBC
- The Greens at Rolling Road
Visit this page in the future to discover businesses and organizations are serving as Community Champions encouraging people associated with them to support and participate in NSEAD.
- Baltimore County Department of Aging Senior Centers
- Baltimore County Department of Police
- Baltimore County Fire Department
More Information
Sharing meals together improves health, happiness and social connection. When older adults share a meal, it can:
- Increase life expectancy
- Improve mental health and cognitive status
- Encourage more nutritious meals with higher satisfaction. Older adults who live alone are 49 percent more likely to have poor nutritional habits, which increases their risk of illness and hospitalization.
- Increase feelings of motivation to care for themselves
- Decrease high blood pressure and cholesterol
- Lower feelings of depression and loneliness. Older adults who eat alone are twice as likely to be depressed and 79 percent more likely to have greater feelings of isolation.
- Reduce risk for physical and psychological health decline. Older adults who eat alone are at a 59 percent higher risk of physical and mental decline.
- Decrease risk of falls due to better nutrition
For more information about NSEAD, call 410-887-2002.