Farmers Market Program - Illinois Department Of Aging - Chicago Office
555 West Monroe Street, Suite 1500-S, Chicago, IL 60661
Eligibility
Seniors who are at least 60 years old and need better nutrition; Low income requirements apply
Hours
Mon 8:30am - 5:00pm
Tue 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wed 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thu 8:30am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
(800) 252-8966
Voice
(866) 800-1409
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Adult Protective Services (APS) Hotline
Email[email protected]
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Contact your local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for more information. You can call the Senior HelpLine to locate your Area Agency on Aging (AAA).
Fees
Free
Service area
IL
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program promotes the routine consumption of fruits and vegetables as a part of the daily diet. Checks for seniors are distributed at local senior facilities through the cooperation of the Illinois Department on Aging, Area Agencies on Aging and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. These checks can be redeemed for fresh fruits and vegetables at local farmers' markets in (37) counties.
Date of Last Formal Update
02/03/2025
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
What's Here
Providing organization
Illinois Department On Aging
The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.