Food Programs

Where can I find information about the meals for seniors in Lane County?

Can Meals on Wheels help me?

Where can I get information about Food Stamps/Oregon Trail Card?

Where can I get an Emergency Food Box?

I am under age 60, where can I get a free or reduced cost meal?

Is there a Farmers Market subsidy available?

Where can I find information about the meals for seniors in Lane County?
The Senior Meals Program serves nourishing mid-day meals and companionship in community dining rooms Eugene, Springfield, Creswell, Cottage Grove, Oakridge, Coburg, Junction City, Veneta, Lorane, and Florence. Call (541) 682-4038 for information (outside of the Eugene-Springfield calling area, dial 1-800-441-4038), or visit the Senior Meals page.

The Senior Meals Program also delivers Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors in eight Lane County Communities. Call (541) 682-4038 for information (outside of the Eugene-Springfield calling area dial 1-800-441-4038), or see the Meals on Wheels information page.

Can Meals on Wheels help me?
Friendly volunteers deliver a nutritious noon meal on weekdays to eligible, homebound people. This meal provides one-third of the daily nutritional requirements. Diet substitutes are available upon request. A choice between two main dishes is offered each day. Our kitchen specializes in fresh baked breads and desserts. See the Meals on Wheels page for more information.

Where can I get information about Food Stamps/Oregon Trail Card?
Senior & Disabled Services determines eligibility for Food Stamps/Oregon Trail Card for seniors and disabled adults age 18. Contact your nearest Senior & Disabled Services office for information about the Oregon Trail Card. S&DS office locations in Lane County can be found on the Locations page. Families should contact the Department of Human Services office for information and the application process.

Where can I get an Emergency Food Box?
FOOD for Lane County partners with 20 food pantries throughout the county. Each pantry serves a specific area. Days and hours of operation vary. If you need a food box, call (541) 343-2822, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., to find out the location and hours for services near you. FOOD for Lane County also has a website at www.foodforlanecounty.org.

I am under age 60, where can I get a free or reduced cost meal?
Call FOOD for Lane County at (541) 343-2822 for information about the meal sites, eligibility policies and schedule in your area. FOOD for Lane County also has a website at www.foodforlanecounty.org.

Is there a Farmers Market subsidy available?
The Department of Human Services operates the Senior Farm Direct Nutrition Program. The 2008 Oregon Senior Farm Direct Nutrition Program will run from June 1, 2008 through October 31, 2008. To be eligible for the program a person must meet the following criteria:

Be 60 years old as of April 1, 2008;
Be receiving Medicaid or Food Stamps;
Have income under $1170 for an individual or $1575 for a couple; and
Be living in a situation where food is not provided for them.

Seniors and People with Disabilities (SPD) will compile a list of seniors who meet the eligibility requirements. Seniors will be found eligible for the program if they meet the above-listed criteria.

This year, SPD will send an application to every household that meets the eligibility criteria as stated above. The senior must return the bottom portion of the application indicating a desire to participate in the program. If the bottom portion of the application is not returned by September 30, 2008, we will not send the senior the farm direct checks. Every household that returns the bottom portion of the application will receive the checks. SPD anticipates sending approximately $30 to every eligible senior who expresses the desire to participate in the program.

Seniors are encouraged to return the application as soon as possible in order to have more time to use their checks. Seniors who intend to have someone else purchase produce with the check must list the proxy name on the application and sign the form.

Forms should be mailed to:

Department of Human Resources
Senior Farm Direct Nutrition Program
Attn: Lauren Mitchell
500 Summer St. NE, E12
Salem, OR 97301-1076

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