Are You A Senior?
- Over the Age of 60?
- Who Makes Less Than $1,580/Month (OR $2,137/Household of 2)?
- Who Needs Some Extra Food to Ensure a Healthy Diet?
The PA Senior Food Box Program works to improve the health of low-income seniors by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods. In Pennsylvania, eligible participants include low-income individuals who are at least 60 years old and whose household income is at or below 130 percent of the U.S. poverty level.
The senior food boxes do not provide a complete diet, but rather are good sources of the nutrients typically lacking in the diets of older Americans. Among the types of foods included in the food boxes are: non-fat dry and shelf-stable fluid milk, juice, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, dry beans, peanut butter, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
The Senior Food Box Program is supported throughĀ Feeding Pennsylvania and USDA’s Commodity Supplemental Food Program. The USDA purchases the food and makes it available to the Department of Agriculture, which works with local non-profit agencies to facilitate distribution of the monthly food boxes to eligible participants. We want to help our seniors in Washington County get the nutrition they need to lead a healthy lifestyle.
For more information call 724-632-2190, Ext. 107, and a food helper will be happy to assist you.
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PA Senior Food Box ā Apartment and Hi-Rise Facilities – Must Be a Resident of the Facility
- Bellmead ā First Thursday of the Month, after 11:15 am
- Canon House ā 2nd Monday of the Month at 9:30 am
- Canon Apts ā 2nd Monday of the Month at 9:00 am
- Char House ā Third Wednesday of the Month, 10 am – noon
- Crest Ave Apts ā – Third Wednesday of the Month, 10 am – noon
- Donora Towers ā 1st Tuesday of the Month, 10 am – noon
- Liberty Towers ā Fourth Thursday of the Month, 9 am – 10:30 am
- The Oaks ā Fourth Thursday of the Month from 10:15-10:30 am
Food Helpers continues to impact individuals across Washington County. There are numerous ways to get involved, with unlimited volunteer and donation opportunities. Learn more - foodhelpers.org/get-involved/ ... See MoreSee Less
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A Message from George J. Omiros, CFRE, CAE, President & Chief Executive Officer:
This week is National Volunteer Week and we would like to extend a huge thank you to all who have given their time to volunteering!
Your helped impacted the lives of thousands of individuals and families in Washington County through your commitment to address food insecurity. Your support of Food Helpersā mission allows us to serve families and children by providing food and other items to support their health.
We deeply appreciate your willingness to donate your time, your talent, and your treasury to fuel our efforts to address our Mission.
We need your efforts now more than ever as donors across our nation have slowed down their giving. We look forward to your continued volunteer engagement with Food Helpers/dba Greater Washington County Food Bank.
With Deepest Gratitude for all that you do for Food Helpers,
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Check out Bentworth School District 2nd Grade Community Project! We are so thankful to partner with them to help feed our neighbors! What amazing students and teachers!!
Also cool bus drivers-way to go Bentworth! ... See MoreSee Less
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As we navigate through life, we often encounter various challenges. Some of our friends, neighbors, or acquaintances might be silently struggling with something as basic as putting food on the table.
Did you know that our neighborhood has a wonderful resource - a way to get food on the table? It's a safe haven for anyone who might need a little extra support, especially during tough times. Share the word about Greater Washington County Food Bank to help those in need.
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Together, we can all be Food Helpers. By designating Greater Washington County Food Bank, Healthy Habits Training Center, Country Thrift Market, and The FARM as four unique programs under Food Helperās umbrella, we can provide a well-rounded experience of escaping the food insecurity cycle, especially in Washington County.
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The Greater Washington County Food Bank offers a fun, meaningful time for all volunteers, as well as a rewarding team-building experience for groups of any size. If you're interested in volunteering, or bringing a group to volunteer, please fill out the Online Volunteer Application - foodhelpers.org/volunteer/ ... See MoreSee Less
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š£ļøAttention Seniors!
Are you over the age of 60?
Do you make less than $1,580/month (or $2,137/household of 2)?
Are you someone who needs some extra food to ensure a healthy diet?
Food Helpers has an initiative in place to address senior hunger, as older adults may face unique challenges in accessing adequate food. The PA Senior Food Box Program works to improve the health of low-income seniors by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods.
For more information call 724-632-2190, Ext. 107, and a food helper will be happy to assist you. ... See MoreSee Less
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Household of 3 whats the income limit?
š Spread the Word: Share this post with your friends, family, and colleagues, and encourage them to join you in supporting your local food bank. Together, we can amplify our impact and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. ... See MoreSee Less
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Just Because You Have A Good Job Doesn't Mean You Have Enough For Everything
As with most government funding, food aid from traditional food banks is calculated based upon the Federal poverty calculation, meaning a family of four with two parents working full-time can still be food insecure.
By working diligently and earning a raise, that food-insecure family will not longer qualify for traditional food pantry support, as well as other government programs they relied on such as rental assistance, utility assistance, education assistance, or child care. People are working hard to support their families, but now they are put into a worse financial situation.
Itās a dilemma, affecting nearly half of the food-insecure population in Washington County, but Food Helpers provides the solution. By breaking away from government-funded distributions, we are free to serve every household that needs help. Food Helpers believe that we can end hunger by creating sustainable communities through equitable access to aid, education, and resources. ... See MoreSee Less
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