Low-Income Seniors May Collect Farmers Market Vouchers Friday A.M.

Haverhill Farmers Market at Bradford Common. (Courtesy photograph.)

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Low-income Haverhill residents, 60 and over as well as disabled residents living in supportive housing, can pick up a $25 farmers market voucher at the Haverhill Council on Aging.

Vouchers, provided by Lawrence-based AgeSpan will be distributed on a first come, first served basis Friday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Haverhill Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. Those interested must bring proof of residence and income. Low income is defined as 185% below the federal poverty level, currently $29,526 for a single individual living alone.

Vouchers can be used at any farmers market in the area to purchase fresh produce.

Those with questions are advised to call Paulo Hussein, program coordinator at the Council on Aging, at 978-374-2390, ext. 3916.

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