Burlington County is distributing free $40 farmers market vouchers to eligible senior citizens for the purchase of nutritious, fresh produce.
The Burlington County Department of Human Services Office on Aging is accepting applications from seniors for this year’s Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Qualifying applicants will immediately receive a QR code voucher redeemable for fresh produce and herbs sold at any of 16 participating Burlington County farms and farmers markets.
Last year, more than 900 Burlington County seniors received vouchers.
“Many Burlington County senior citizens on fixed income are acutely impacted by rising food prices and expenses that make it difficult for them to obtain quality, nutritious foods,” said Burlington County Commissioner Director Dr. Felicia Hopson, the liaison to the Department of Human Services and Office on Aging. “The Senior Farmers Market Vouchers program provides eligible seniors with a path to obtaining fresh, nutritious produce locally sourced from Burlington County farms. It’s a great program that helps seniors in need.”
To be eligible for vouchers, seniors must be 60 or older, reside in Burlington County and have annual income less than $28,953 for a single and $39,128 for a married couple.
Applications for the program are available from the Burington County Office on Aging. To request an application, call 609-265-5069 or email bwestmoreland@co.burlington.nj.us .