Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program announces dates, locations
The Darlington County Council on Aging will be issuing free coupons to low-income individuals 60 and older that may be used to purchase fresh produce at local participating farmers’ markets.
Each eligible person will receive $25 worth of coupons that may be used at participating markets through Oct. 15. The coupons will be issued on a first come, first served basis until the supply is exhausted. Note the location change in Darlington.
The coupons will be issued at these locations:
June 11: Robert L. Grooms Building, Lamar, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 11: Society Hill Community Center, Society Hill, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 12: Darlington High School Cafeteria, Spring Street, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
June 12: Hartsville Recreation Department, T.B. Thomas Center, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Applications must be submitted in person. Proof of identity and residence in Darlington County are required.
Applicants must also meet household income eligibility limits. Information regarding the income of all household members is required to determine eligibility.
If you wish to pick up vouchers for someone else — this includes, spouse, parents, relative or friend — you must bring a statement from the senior granting you permission to pick up their voucher. You must bring their ID and proof of their income statement from Social Security; bank statements will not be accepted. You must also show your own ID.
For more information contact Darlington County Council on Aging at 843-393-8521.