Farmers Market Vouchers Available For Income-Eligible Vernon Seniors

VERNON, CT — The Vernon Social Services Department has vouchers available for people 60 and older and who meet income eligibility requirements. The vouchers can be used at area farmers’ markets, including those in Ellington, South Windsor, Stafford, Tolland and Manchester.

To be eligible, individuals must have an income of not more than $25,142. Households with two adults must
have a combined income of not more than $33,874.

The supplemental food program provides eligible seniors with coupons to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, cut
herbs and honey at authorized farmers’ markets. The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is sponsored
by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture.

"Farm-fresh produce is a great source of nutrition and buying direct ensures freshness and helps our farmers,”
Vernon Mayor Daniel Champagne said. "I encourage Vernon residents who are eligible for these vouchers to
contact the Social Services Department."

For more information about Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program vouchers, all the Vernon
Social Services Department at 860-870-3661. Qualified residents will receive a coupon book they can use to make purchases at eligible farmers’ markets.

"Good nutrition is incredibly important to a person’s overall health," said Matt Hellman, Vernon's social services
director. "We know that some seniors struggle to pay housing, medication and other expenses. These vouchers
can be a big help and we urge seniors to contact us."

A complete list of eligible farmers’ markets can be found by clicking here.