Wayne County Free Summer Lunch Program Benefits Dearborn Families

The Wayne County Department of Public Health has begun its annual summer food service for children, teenagers and young adults. The program distributes free, nutritious lunches to residents at 21 community sites including Dearborn and Dearborn Heights.

Meals are served weekdays through Aug. 16, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For Dearborn and Dearborn Heights residents, meals are available at:

• Academy for Business and Technology, 5277 Calhoun St. in Dearborn.
• Ford Woods Park, Greenfield and Donald streets in Dearborn.
• Lapeer Park, 10000 Lapeer St. in Dearborn.
• Morningside Park, Wyoming & Morningside streets in Dearborn.
• Global Elementary School, 23713 Joy Road, Dearborn Heights.    

“This program helps Wayne County families stretch their hard-earned food dollars during economically-challenging times by providing thousands of meals each year,” said Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano. “Most importantly, children are able to receive wholesome, healthy and enjoyable lunches during the summer—nutritional meals they might not otherwise get.”

The Wayne County program serves roughly 71,000 lunches annually.

Lunches are designed using the five basic food groups, and are taste-tested by registered dietitians and nutritionists. A typical meal may include a turkey and cheese sandwich, chips, orange wedges and juice or milk.

In addition to its free lunch program, the county provides free meals for special needs residents through age 26 who participate in public or private non-profit school programs for special needs students.

“We are extremely pleased to support and facilitate this important food service program for Wayne County’s children and young adults by providing nutritious meals, helping meet families’ dietary needs and encouraging healthy eating habits," Dr. Mouhanad Hammami, chief of health operations for Wayne County Health and Human Services said.

For more information, call the Wayne County Department of Public Health at 734-727-7107.