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STEVENS POINT — The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) offers eligible people one set of vouchers to buy locally grown fresh produce (fruits, vegetables, and herbs) at approved local farmers markets or road stands. The 2018 vouchers are valid June 1 – October 31 and are available on a first-come basis. Applicants must verify Portage County residency by providing a piece of current mail at time of application.  People age 60 or older and Native Americans age 55 or older, with household incomes at or below the following may be eligible.

Family Size                 Monthly Income                     Annual Income

1                                  $1,872                                       $22,459

2                                  $2,538                                       $30,451

Distribution is scheduled for the following dates and times:

Tuesday, June 12                     9:30 – 11:30 am                      Lincoln Center (Room C)

Tuesday, June 12                     1:00 – 2:30 pm                        Lincoln Center (Room C)

Thursday, June 14                  11:30-1:00                               Plover Municipal Building

Monday, June 18                    11:30-1:00                               Jensen Center, Amherst

Tuesday, June 19                    11:30-12:30                             Junction City Park Lodge

Wednesday, June 20               11:30-1:00                              Faith Lutheran Church, Rosholt

Thursday, June 21                  11:00-12:00                             Sunset Manor, Almond

Thursday, June 28                   9:30 – 11:30 am                       Lincoln Center (Room C)

If you have any questions about the SFMNP, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 715-346-1401, toll free 1-866-920-2525. The ADRC is an equal opportunity provider