The 2023 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is closed.
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides eligible seniors with fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers markets and farm stands.
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) increases our community’s intake of fruits and vegetables; expands the use of local farmers markets, farm stands, and community-supported agriculture programs; and increases sales of Washington grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Eligible low-income seniors receive one $80 benefit card to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets and farm stands.
Meals that are served in a group setting that allows for socialization are called congregate meals. Eligibility is established for any person 60 years of age or older and spouse; volunteers at the meal site; and handicapped or disabled individuals under the age of 60 who reside with an eligible participant.
Hot meals are served at the congregate sites from one to five days a week, depending upon the site. Culturally appropriate menus are available for Korean, Filipino, Southeast Asian, and Chinese elders. Current sites include:
This program provides nutritious meals delivered in either a group setting or to a home-bound individual’s residence. Funds are provided by federal money, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and by participant donations, United Way, Snohomish County, City of Everett, and COPES.
This program delivers nutritious meals to home-bound individuals (Meals on Wheels). To be eligible, an individual must be:
For more information or if you have any questions, please call the Homage Services of Snohomish County Nutrition Program at 425-347-1229 or toll-free at 800-824-2183.