Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program applications available, hotline open Friday, April 19

CLEARFIELD, PA. – Mature Resources Area Agency on Aging and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture announce the distribution of Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) applications and checks by mail again this year.  Beginning April 19, individuals can call 814-765-2691 to receive a 2024 application.  The monetary benefit will be $50 in five $10 vouchers.  

The SFMNP goal for 2024 is to increase the number of seniors receiving the benefits and increase the state-wide check redemption rates.

Clearfield County seniors who are 60 years old or older before December 31, 2024, and meet the income requirement are eligible for $50 in vouchers to use at PA Farmer’s Markets.

Each person in a household receiving vouchers must be 60 years of age or older, including spouses.

The SFMNP does not include seniors who are living in nursing home facilities, convents, and residential facilities where meals are provided.

All 60-plus year-old residents living in Clearfield County that meet the income guidelines can receive their application by calling the MRAAA SFMNP phone number at 814-765-2691.  Follow the directions and your application will be mailed to you.  Fill it out and return it in the enclosed envelope to receive your vouchers.  Please leave only one phone message.

Meals on Wheels consumers will receive their applications with their noontime meal.

For more information, call Alice at 814-765-2696, ext. 405.