Seniors can obtain free coupons for farmers markets

[July 08, 2010]  SPRINGFIELD -- The Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland has announced that people 60 years of age and older who meet income guidelines are eligible for free coupons to be used to purchase $21 worth of fresh fruits and vegetables from vendors at the original Farmers' Market of Lincoln in Latham Park and the Lincoln Farmer's Market in Scully Park.

Coupon booklets may be obtained at The Oasis senior center, 501 Pulaski St. in Lincoln. Coupons are available while supplies last and are limited to one booklet per person per season. Participants are required to complete an application to receive the coupons.

Maximum annual income is $20,036 for a single-person household and $26,955 for a household of two. For each additional household member, $6,919 is added.

This popular program is made available by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Illinois Department of Human Services.

For more information, call the Area Agency on Aging at 787-9234 or 1-800-252-2918.

The Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland is a nonprofit planning and administrative agency designated by the Illinois Department on Aging to develop and coordinate programs and support services for individuals 60 years and older and family caregivers to help them live more independent, active and dignified lives.

[Text from Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland]