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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offered at Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services

42 Elochoman Valley Rd, Cathlamet, WA 98612

Eligibility
Residents of Wahkiakum 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
8am to 5pm from Monday through Friday
Application process
Call for details or to sign up during the application period each spring.
Fees
None.
Service area
Wahkiakum, WA

Other Information

Languages

  • American Sign Language
  • Interpreter services
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. 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
Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services
Provides public health services to Wahkiakum County.