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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.

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Description of Program and Relief

‘Great Plates Delivered’ Meal Delivery Initiative to Support Seniors and Local Restaurants

The City of Long Beach is participating in California’s “Great Plates Delivered” initiative and will provide up to three home-delivered meals a day to qualifying adults who apply and are either 65 and over, or aged 60-64 and in a high-risk group for COVID-19 as defined by the CDC.

This initiative also aims to provide essential economic stimulus to local eateries during the pandemic.

Government or Lead Agency

City of Long Beach

Dates Available

The Long Beach program is currently available and will run through August 9, 2020.

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

To be eligible for participation, individuals must be unable to prepare or obtain meals, have no other current assistance from other state or federal nutrition assistance programs, and be either 65 and over, or aged 60-64 and in a high-risk group as defined by the CDC.

A full set of eligibility requirements is available here.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

No deadlines have been announced for individual participants.

Contact for More Information

To apply, eligible residents must complete the online application here or call (562) 570-INFO (4636) and select option number 5. Questions can be directed to the same telephone number, or via email at GreatPlatesLB@longbeach.gov.

List of Additional Information

A press release from the City of Long Beach regarding the program is here.


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