Senior Farmer's Market checks are still available through Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging

Posted: Tue, Aug 14, 2018 9:44 AM

Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging still has Senior Farmer's Market checks to distribute.

The program provides qualified seniors aged 60 and over with $30 worth of coupons (checks) that can be exchanged at farmer's markets, including the one in Decorah, for fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey. The checks can be used until October 31st.

Eligible participants in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program must:

· Be 60 years of age or older at the time of this application, born in or before 1958

· Live in the service area of Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging

· Have a yearly household income less than $22,459 for single or $30,451 for a married couple

Checks will be distributed through September 26th, while supplies last. Stop by the NEI3A office at 607 Washington Street in Decorah from 9:00 a.m. until noon Monday through Friday, or pick them up at the Farmer's Market in Decorah on Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.