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2010 NWICA Senior Farmers Market Program
The Senior Farmers Market’s provides seniors access to fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers. NWICA in partnership with the Indiana State Health Department will host again this year’s Senior Farmer’s Market Voucher Program in Lake and Porter counties. The program provides up to $24 for seniors to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers markets and food stands.
The health benefits of consuming fresh produce, the social interaction provided at the market, and the financial savings makes this a highly desired program for both our seniors and farmers. NWICA objective is to continue to promote domestic consumption of agricultural fruits and vegetables. This will only result in good health and longevity for the clients we serve.
To participate, you must meet the following eligibility:
- 60 years or older as of October 1
- Proof of Indiana Residency (Current Drivers License or State Identification)
- Household Income not more than 185% of the Annual Poverty Income Guidelines
Or
- Applicant shows documentation of participation in TANF, Food Stamps at the time of application.
NWICA Nutrition Program staff will be distributing voucher at the following locations:
July 27th 9:00am to 12:00 Bonner Senior Center, 5800 Lexington St, Portage
July 29th 10:00am to 2:00 Knox Senior Center, 311 E. Culver Rd, Knox
August 3rd 10:00am to 2:00 Crown Point Civic Center, 101 S. East St, Crown Point
August 5th 9:00am to 12:00 Bonner Senior Center, 5800 Lexington St, Portage
August 10th 10:00am to 2:00 Merrillville Senior Center, 276 E. 68th Pl, Merrillville
August 12th 9:00am to 12:00 Heritage Hall, 4506 Tod Ave, East Chicago
August 17th 8:00am to 12:00 YWCA of Gary, 150 W. 15th Ave, Gary
August 19th 8:00am to 12:00 YWCA of Gary, 150 W. 15th Ave, Gary
August 24th 10:00am to 2:00 St. John Township, 1515 Lincoln Hwy, Schererville
For more information contact:
1-219-794-1829 or dial 2-1-1
director@nwi-ca.org
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