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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offered by Island Senior Resources

917 East Whidbey Avenue, Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Eligibility
Residents of Island 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.
Application process
Call for more information or to apply.
Fees
None.
Service area
Island, 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, which runs from June through 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
Island Senior Resources
Island Senior Resources seeks to share the joys and help meet the challenges of aging in our Island County communities by providing integrated programs and services, including Aging & Disability Resources, Meals on Wheels, Family Caregiver Support, SHIBA Medicare Advising, Support Groups, Medical Transportation, and Medicaid In-home Case Management. Island Senior Resources serves all of Island County with locations in Bayview (South Whidbey), Oak Harbor, and Camano Island.