Senior citizens with be able to receive checks for fresh produce with The Farmer's Market Check Program
TRENTON -- Senior citizens in Mercer County can receive vouchers to purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables at participating farm stands, Mercer County Executive Brian M. Hughes said.
The Mercer County Nutrition Office will offer the voucher checks on July 15 between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Healthier Heart Farmer's Market at Trinity Cathedral at 801 West State St. in Trenton, Hughes said.
Those eligible for the program will receive checks to redeem for fresh produce at various Mercer County farmers markets and other vendors, Hughes said.
"The Farmer's Market Check Program offers older adults an increased opportunity to include a nutritious choice to their eating habits." said Hughes. "It also helps the older adult who may be struggling financially to get the most for their money."
Hughes said these checks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis because of a limited check count this year.
The program was developed to provide low-income seniors the opportunity to purchase fresh produce.
A single person must not have an income exceeding $21,978 per year or $1,832 monthly, Hughes said. A senior couple's income must not exceed $29,637 per year or $2470 monthly.
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