7K Local Food Benefit Cards Available for Eligible Rhode Island Seniors

PROVIDENCE, RI — The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management’s Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program will distribute nearly 7,000 benefit cards to eligible seniors

The cards are for purchasing fresh, Rhode Island-grown fruit and vegetables and local honey.

The cards, preloaded with $50, will be distributed from more than 50 senior centers and other locations throughout the state and are valid through Nov. 30.

Seniors can apply through their local senior center or other applicable nutrition program.

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