There are 24 spots available at the lunch. Courtesy | Facebook 

Hillsdale County Senior Services Center will hold an Amish Luncheon open to all seniors on May 1. The event will take place at the Miller Farm in Quincy from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will provide free transportation. 

“Our strategy is to get them out of their homes so that they’re not so lonesome or bored,” said Maribeth Kaltz, Successful Aging through Financial Empowerment case manager. “I think going to this Amish farm to have a full course meal will help with that.”

The event is sponsored by SAFE+, a program funded by a grant through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. According to Kaltz, SAFE+ seeks to educate elderly people on scams. 

“Our basic premise is to just keep them safe and help them to fight back against things like scams or identity theft,” Kaltz said. “By educating and also helping them make connections with the community they don’t become as vulnerable to being a victim.” 

The event will promote the educational opportunities provided through SAFE+ at the luncheon, according to Kaltz. 

The lunch will be provided by Amish baker Sue Miller, owner of the Amish Goodie Shop. Miller plans to make a variety of dishes including apple and pecan pies, mashed potatoes, gravy, chicken, bread, and vegetables. 

“It has been my dream to be a baker,” Miller said. “I love cooking and baking and am looking forward to having them.” 

The event costs $10 and is limited to 24 spots. Those interested can RSVP by calling Perennial Park at 517-437-2422.