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Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Maryland Access Point (MAP)
ABOUT
If you are an older adult 60 or older and have low income, you can get a benefit card. You can use the card to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs at farmers’ markets that take part in the program.
People We Serve
People age 60 and older
Phone
(410) 841-5776 voice(410) 887-3094 voice
Location
611 Central AvenueTowson, MD 21204
Services
- Eating Together Program
- Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
Website
search.marylandaccesspoint.211md.org/search/bd615c37-e8d0-572f-b5ae-2222f89b821e
aginginfo@baltimorecountymd.gov
Hours
General Information
The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP): If you are an older adult 60 or older and have low income, you may be eligible to get a benefit card. You can use the card to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs at farmers’ markets that take part in the program.
Click here to find Maryland farmers markets close to you.
You can apply for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program online from June to September each year. It is given to the first people who apply, while supplies last.
Services
Eating Together Program
(Arbutus Senior Center)About
Seniors in Baltimore County who are 60 or older can enjoy a healthy meal and spend time with others through the Eating Together Program. To learn more, call the Nutrition Office at 410-887-1410.
Eating Together Program: Lunch is served on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 12:00 PM. You must sign up at least 2 days ahead of time to get a meal. You can sign up at the location using their kiosk.
There are no fees. People are asked to give a donation to help cover the cost of the meal, but they do not have to pay if they can’t.
Phone
(410) 887-1410 voice(410) 887-2594 voice
Regular Schedule
Address
The program is at Arbutus Senior Center, 855A Sulphur Spring Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21227.Fees:
No fees, free resource.Audience:
Seniors aged 60Eligibility:
seniors 60 and overHow to Apply:
You must sign up for meals 2 to 5 days before. Sign up at the place where you get the meal. To see a map of where other Eating Together meal sites are, go to https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/files/Documents/Aging/seniorcentersnutritionsites.pdfSenior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
(SFMNP)About
The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is a one-time, yearly help that gives low-income seniors fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey from farmers.
* The benefit card can be used with participating farmers at farmers’ markets, roadside stands, and community farm programs.
* The benefit card is given out starting in early July and is first come, first served.
* Through the SFMNP, eligible older adults get $30 once a year to buy fresh fruits and vegetables with authorized farmers at Maryland farmers markets and farm stands from July to November. Many farmers markets also match the benefit through the Maryland Market Money program.
* Click here to access the Online Application for Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. which, as of October 2025 is currently closed.
* Click here to find Maryland farmers markets close to you.
Phone
(410) 841-5776 voice(301) 695-6633 voice
Fees:
FreeAudience:
Maryland residents who are 60 or older and have low incomeEligibility:
Seniors in Maryland who are 60 or older; Have low income (based on federal guidelines); Do not need to show proof of income; Must bring ID that shows your age and address; If someone picks up for you (a proxy), they must bring your ID and their own IDHow to Apply:
You can email aginginfo@baltimorecountymd.gov to ask about the Senior Farmers' Market coupons.Languages
- English
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