Overview
To help residents access fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables at farmers markets, FRESHFARM collaborates with the Virginia Dept. for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (VA DARS) to provide residents who are 60 years or older with benefits through the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (VA Senior FMNP).
FRESHFARM is responsible for serving residents in Fairfax County (including City of Falls Church, City of Fairfax).
What is VA Senior FMNP?
Program participants receive a one-time benefit of $50 on the Healthy Together app or via a physical benefit card. This one-time benefit can be used to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs with participating farmers at local farmers’ markets from June 1 – November 30.
Important Dates
Key dates for anyone interested in VA Senior FMNP:
- June 1st: The program starts at participating farmers markets across Virginia. Enrolled Participants: Visit the ‘Find a Market’ feature on your Healthy Together app to browse markets with participating farmers in your area OR visit the website VA Senior FMNP Locations to learn more.
- September 30th: This is the last day for participants to apply and to receive their benefit.
- November 30th: This is the last day for participants to spend their benefit.
Have questions about VA SFMNP in Fairfax County? Contact the Senior Farmers Market program team for support by emailing va-senior@freshfarm.org, texting 1-833-412-4863, or calling 855-827-3667.
For questions about the program elsewhere, contact your local Area Agency on Aging or contact the Farm Market Fresh team by emailing sfmnp@dars.virginia.gov or calling (804) 774-9067.