NWICA Sponsors Senior Farmers Market

Voucher Program Provides Free Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

The Senior Farmer’s Markets provide access to fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers. NWICA, a Community Action Agency and the Area One Agency on Aging, in partnership with the Indiana State Health Department will host the year’s Senior Farmers Market Voucher Program in Lake and Porter Counties.

The program provides up to $18 in vouchers for seniors to select fresh produce from area farms and food stands. The health benefits of consuming fresh harvest, the social interaction produced at the market, and the financial savings make this a highly desired program for seniors. Farmers benefit from the consumption of their goods and the increased awareness and community support.

There are eligibility guidelines to receive vouchers as follows:

• 60 years or older
  
• Proof of Indiana residency
  
• Household income of not more than 185% Poverty level
  
• Or applicant participates in TANF/food stamps at time of application

NWICA’s objective is to continue to promote domestic consumption of agricultural fruits and vegetables; this will only result in good health and longevity for the clients we serve.

ELIGIBILITY:

• 60 years or older as of October 1
  
• Proof of Indiana Residency (Current Drivers License or State Identification)
  
• Household Income not more than 185% of the Annual Poverty Income Guidelines Or
  
• Applicant shows documentation of participation in TANF, Food Stamps at the time of application.

Northwest Community Action Corporation is a regional not-for-profit organization that provides assistance to low-income, disabled and elderly families in Northwest Indiana. We are the designated Area Agency on Aging and Community Action Corporation, as well as Northwest Indiana’s 2-1-1 Information and Assistance Call Center. We offer a variety of services to families in order to maintain independence and self-sufficiency to improve the quality of life in Northwest Indiana. For more information on the items contained in this release or any of the programs NWICA offers, please call 2-1-1, 1-800-826-7871 or visit www.nwi-ca.com.

Distribution Locations, Dates and Times are as follows: