Food Assistance
Food Assistance
Butler Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels is an ideal program for older adults who are homebound and unable to shop for food or physically prepare their own meals. Each meal is nutritionally sound and meets two-thirds of seniors’ Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA). Hours and days of operation vary by location (see list below) but meals are generally served Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and noon. Consumers are asked to donate an average of $20 to $25 per week for meals. Anyone with limited mobility are eligible to receive benefits, which include nutritious food delivered by caring individuals. Butler County In-Home Meals on Wheels Butler Country Meals on Wheels (724) 285-3815 or (724) 285-9573 Connoquenessing Area Meals on Wheels (724) 789-7868 North Meals on Wheels (724) 935-1877
Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Progam (FMNP)
Butler County Area Agency on Aging 111 Sunnyview Circle, Building 3 Butler, PA 16001 (724) 282-3008 or (888) 367-2434 co.butler.pa.us/Area-Agency-on-Aging aaainfo@co.butler.pa.us
By using FMNP checks—administered in Butler County through Butler County Area Agency on Aging—older adults can purchase and enjoy the benefits of locally grown produce. One set of four checks worth $5 each is distributed to eligible seniors each summer at scheduled sites throughout the county. Recipients must be age 60 or older, live in Butler County, not live in a residential facility, and meet income guidelines. Checks are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible seniors not physically able to get to a site can designate a proxy to pick up and redeem the checks. Forms are available at the Butler County Area Agency on Aging and on the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture website: agriculture.state.pa.us.
Freeport Area Meals on Wheels (724) 295-2760 Grove City Area Meals on Wheels (724) 458-5371
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
South Butler Community Meals on Wheels (724) 898-0080
SNAP is the federal Food Stamp Program. The program is accessible to low-income individuals and families to buy the food they need for good health. Benefits are provided on an electronic card that is used like an ATM card and accepted at most grocery stores.
Zelienople Area Meals on Wheels (724) 452-4270
SNAP Program Income Guidelines
Moniteau Meals on Wheels (724) 791-2652 Slippery Rock Area Meals on Wheels (724) 458-5371
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (412) 460-3663 pittsburghfoodbank.org
A federal program, run by the Pennsylvania Association of Regional Food Banks, that provides USDA commodity foods. Each month participants receive a box containing food. Must meet certain criteria to be eligible.
Mom’s Meals
(877) 508-6667 momsmeals.com Services are ideal for those managing chronic disease or for those recuperating at home. Each meal is $6.50 plus shipping. Enjoy freshly prepared, nutritious meals delivered right to the home of a loved one.
Income Limits (before any deductions): 160% of poverty level and 200% if age 60 and older or disabled Household Size
Gross Maximum Monthly Income
Elderly or Disabled Individual in the Household
1
$1,570
$1,962
2 Each Additional Member
$2,125
$2,656
+$555
+$694
* Income limits may change in 2016-2017. The following persons may apply: • The head of the household • The spouse of the head of the household • Any other responsible household member
Senior Center Congregate Meals
Senior centers and their satellite locations throughout Butler County offer congregate meals every week to older adults. See page 7 of this Guide for a listing of senior centers and for more information.
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2016-2017 Butler County Senior Resource Guide
• A designated authorized representative, who can be a friend, relative, neighbor, or anyone else the applicant trusts to go food shopping and use his/her food stamp benefits How to apply Fill out an application at your local County Assistance Office at (724) 284-8844, Department of Human Services (800) 692-7462/TDD: (800) 451-5886 or fill out an online form at COMPASS, compass.state.pa.us.