Expanded Access Supported by Family Service Society of Yonkers and Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers
Mayor Mike Spano today announced the expansion of the Yonkers Office for the Aging’s Farmers Market Coupon Program, which now will offer greater access to eligible seniors through new distribution sites at select senior residences made possible through the support of Family Service Society of Yonkers and Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers (MHACY). Coupons also will be available for pickup at the Chema Community Center (435 Riverdale Ave.) from Monday, August 4 through Wednesday, August 6, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
“We encourage our seniors to make use of this money-saving service that not only entices residents to get out and shop, contribute to our local farms, and enjoy fresh, homegrown produce—but now, with expanded distribution at senior residences, even more of our older adults can benefit from this incredible program,” said Mayor Spano. “I’m thrilled we’re reaching more seniors right where they live.”
The coupons are available to qualified applicants 60 years or older that have a monthly income of $2,413 per month or less for a one-person household, $3,261 per month or less for a two-person household and $4,109 per month or less for a three-person household. Each older adult in a household is eligible to receive a booklet if they meet the age and income requirements. Yonkers seniors must bring photo ID and proof of age.
Additional Distribution Sites (Residents Only)
This year, the Yonkers Office for the Aging is expanding its Farmers Market Coupon Program to include additional distributions at senior residential sites, including Curran Court, Loehr Court, Walsh Homes, Kris Kristensen, John E. Flynn, Calcagno Homes, Martinelli Manor and LaMora Senior Apartments. Residents at these locations will receive advance notice of their designated distribution date and time and are expected to collect their coupons exclusively at their respective sites.
Yonkers Office for the Aging Director Kelly Chiarella said,“Now more than ever, our older adults need assistance with the cost of food and other necessities. This year, we will receive 1,900 coupons for distribution. These coupons offer a welcome savings on fresh fruits and vegetables—a valuable service that hundreds of residents look forward to each year.”
Coupons may be used in many Farmer’s Markets in Westchester County including at St. John’s Church (Getty Square) in Yonkers.
The Senior Farmers Market Program is funded through the Food and Nutrition Service division of the United States Department of Agriculture and Markets in cooperation with the NY State Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets and the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services.
