60's Plus Dining began service in 1973. Persons age 60 or over and their spouses can enjoy a nutritious noon meal through this program at more than 30 locations. This reduces or prevents malnutrition, which is a major cause of other health problems. The program also provides socialization for the participants, which helps ease the problem of isolation among older persons. Persons who are unable to leave their homes due to illness or frailty may receive a home-delivered meal, while those who are able to travel meet at a congregate site for their meals. Participants in the program are asked to make a donation for the meal, but no one is refused service if unable to do so.