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 SNAP/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 SNAP/Oregon Trail Card?
Senior & Disabled Services determines eligibility for SNAP/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 Oregon Department of Human Services operates the Oregon Farm Direct Nutrition Program that provides low-income seniors with checks that can be used to purchase fresh Oregon grown fruits, vegetables and cut herbs. The checks can only be used at approved farmers' markets and farm stands.

The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to improve nutrition to Oregon seniors and support local Oregon farmers. Each spring eligible seniors are notified by mail they may participate in the program. Seniors that choose to participate are mailed checks that they can redeem for produce between June 1 and October 31 of the given year.

To be eligible, seniors must meet ALL of the following criteria:

Be at least 60 years old by April 1 of the relevant year;
Be receiving either SNAP benefits or Medicaid on April 1 of the relevant year;
Be living in their own home or apartment;
Have income at or below 135% of the federal poverty level for the relevant year.

Also see the Oregon Farmers Market Association website.

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