The Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program 2011

The Trident Area Agency on Aging in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Social Services will be issuing free coupons to low income individuals age 60 and older that may be used to purchase fresh produce at local participating farmers’ markets.  Each eligible person will receive $25 worth of coupons that may be used at participating markets from June through October 15, 2011.  The coupons will be issued on a first come first served basis until the supply is exhausted.

Applications must be submitted in person. Proof of identity and residence in Berkeley, Charleston or Dorchester County is required in order to receive the free coupons. Applicants must also meet household income eligibility limits. Information regarding the income of all household members is required to determine eligibility.

Individuals wishing to apply for homebound seniors must provide a statement or a copy of the Power of Attorney from the senior granting permission to submit an application on their behalf. Individual picking up vouchers must have the senior’s proof of identity (picture ID; proof of income (copy of check, SSA statement or bank statement) for the homebound senior must be presented at the time of application.

This program is called the Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and the goals of the program are to supplement the diets of low-income seniors with fresh, nutritious produce and to support South Carolina’s small farmers.

For more information, call 843-554-2275

Contact: Angela Edwards
Program Manager
843-554-2279

In accordance with Federal law and USDA policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.  To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

The coupons will be issued in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester Counties: