The Jefferson County Area Agency on Aging has joined the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.
Through the program eligible Seniors can receive vouchers valued at $24 for individuals or $48 for couples to be used to purchase fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets through November. Applications are available at the JCAAA main office, senior centers, and online at jcaaa.org. Application swill be accepted now through September 15.
Eligible seniors live in Jefferson County, will be 60 or older by the end of the year and meet annual income requirements. Individual income limit is $23,828 and the limit for couples is $32,227. Individuals are not eligible if they reside in a nursing home, convent, or other residential facility where meals are provided.
For more information check out agriculture.pa.gov or call JCAAA 814-849-3096.
