The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program improves the diets of low-income seniors with fresh produce and supports small, local farmers. Low-income seniors 60 and older may buy unprocessed fruits and vegetables from authorized farmers’ markets, roadside stands and community-supported agriculture programs through October 15. Participants receive $25 in five checks of $5 to spend at authorized locations. Checks are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Vouchers will be issued at

• Tri-City Leisure Center, 485 Brooks Ave., West Columbia, June 11, 1 - 4 p.m.

• Swansea Senior Center, 197 Lawrence St., Swansea, June 13, 9 a.m. – noon

• Ball Park Road Gym Complex, 432 Ball Park Road, Lexington, June 12, 1 – 4 p.m.

• Batesburg-Leesville Senior Center, 241 Highland Ave., Batesburg, June 14, 9 a.m. – noon

• LCRAC Aging Admin. Building, 125 Parker St., Lexington, Call (803) 356-5111

Eligibility Process

1. Attend a distribution event

2. Complete the application

3. Provide proof of identity and residence in the county

4. Self-declare amount of household income

5. If eligible, participants receive the $25 benefit. Individuals wishing to apply for homebound seniors must provide a statement from the senior granting permission to submit an application. Proof of identity and income for the homebound senior must be presented. For more information, contact Stacey Richardson at 898–0973 or Seandra Kelly at 898–1760.