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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offered at Pierce County Human Services Aging & Disability Services

3602 Pacific Avenue, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98418

Located in the Soundview building. Entrance is on the D Street side of the property.
Eligibility
Residents of Pierce County who
  • Are ages 60 or older (55+ if American Indian/Alaska Native)
  • Have income below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level
Must be age 60 or 55 by June 30th of the year applying. Income must be no more than $2,461 per month for one person or $3,336 for two people. For each additional person, add $876.
Hours
9am to 4pm from Monday through Friday
Application process
Call for assistance or apply online. Those who are eligible will receive an application/affidavit in the mail. Complete the forms, sign, and mail it back. Vouchers are limited, and are available first come first served.
Fees
None.
Service area
Pierce, WA
Provides low-income older adults with vouchers to purchase unprocessed, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey from authorized farmers markets and farm stores. The program:
  • Supports healthy eating
  • Helps stretch food budgets
  • Connects participants to local agriculture
Participants receive a one-time seasonal benefit of $80 loaded onto an electronic benefits card. Benefits can be used to buy items such as apples, berries, leafy greens, tomatoes, peppers and squash. Funds can only be used during the current market season between June and October. Complete the proxy form to allow family members to use the card. Free phone app allows users to track their benefit balance and purchase history as well as locate authorized markets.
Data provided by
Washington 211
Providing organization
Pierce County Human Services Aging & Disability Resources
Provides planning, funding, and advocacy for long-term care services in the community.