The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is coming to Dillon County. The goals of the program are to supplement the diets of low-income seniors with fresh, nutritious produce and to support South Carolina’s small farmers.
Dillon County Council for the Aging, Inc., in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Social Services will be issuing $25 worth of coupons to low income individuals age 60 and older.  These coupons must be used at participating markets from May 2015 through October 15, 2016.
The coupons will be issued at DILLON COUNTY COUNCIL FOR THE AGING, INC., 205 EAST MAIN STREET, DILLON from 9:00AM-3:00PM DAILY on JUNE 6 – JUNE 8 OR UNTIL ALL COUPONS HAVE BEEN DISTRIBUTED.  First Come First Serve.  Applications must be submitted in person. Proof of identity and residence in DILLON COUNTY is required in order to receive the free coupons. Applicants must also meet household income eligibility limits.
Information regarding the income of all household members is required to determine eligibility.  Individuals wishing to apply for homebound seniors must provide a statement from the senior granting permission to submit an application on their behalf.  Proof of identity and proof of income for the homebound senior must be presented at the time of application.
For more information, contact:  SC Department of Social Services at (803) 898 – 0973.