Elder Farmers Market

ElderCare of Alachua County, Inc. announced today that Elder Farmers Market Nutrition Program would begin its thirteenth year of providing cash vouchers for Alachua County seniors to purchase fresh, local produce at Alachua County farmers markets. Applicants must be at least 60 years old at the time they apply and be living on a limited income. Applicants must show proof of age with a picture ID and proof of total gross monthly income for their household.

Seniors meeting eligibility requirements will receive two books of coupons valued at $20 each ($40 total).

Seniors who are unable to travel to the site may designate someone to pick up their coupons by providing the designated person with a signed permission note, a copy of their photo ID card and proof of the total household income. The designated person must bring their photo ID card also and must have proof of income for their household.

In accordance with federal law & U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, nation origin, sex, age or disability.

For more information, call ElderCare of Alachua County at (352) 265-9040.