Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management

Description

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) serves as the chief steward of the state’s natural resources. The DEM's mission is to protect, restore, and promote the environment to ensure Rhode Island remains a wonderful place to live, visit, and raise a family. Works with partners to restore lands and waters, to conserve wildlife and marine resources, and to monitor environmental quality to can build healthy, more resilient communities. Promotes natural resources – from historic parks and beaches to farms and delicious local food and seafood. The RI DEM is focused on helping our state grow “green” and build desirable neighborhoods that offer ample space to recreate and connect with nature.

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

All

Fees

Varies

Intake Procedure

Call 401-222-4700; In an emergency after hours, call 401-222-3070

Service Area

Statewide

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Special Notes/Funding

Income guidelines 2024: 1 $ 26,973 2 $ 36,482 3 $ 45,991 4 $ 55,500 5 $ 65,009 6 $ 74,514 7 $ 84,027 8 $93,536 *Add $9,509 for each additional member

Description

The Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is designed to: Provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs. Increase the consumption of Rhode Island-grown and produced agricultural commodities through farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agricultural programs. Aid in the development of new and additional farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community support agricultural programs. Email with any questions @ DEM.SFMNP@dem.ri.gov

Availability

May 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024

Hours

Varies

Required Documents

Proof of Residency Proof of ID Proof of Income

Eligibility

RI resident 60+ and/or SSDI recipient Meet income guidelines

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

You can apply to participate in the SFMNP through your local senior center or other applicable nutrition program. The application process involves affirming that you meet the age, income, and state residency requirements. A more in-depth explanation of what is required for program eligibility can be found in the application. You can pick up your card the same day you fill out the application. If an eligible individual cannot sign up themselves, they may select another individual as a proxy to sign up and receive the benefit card on their behalf. Homebound seniors who may not be able to use a SFMNP benefit card can choose to get a produce box delivered to their home instead of receiving a card. List of locations can be found by following this link: https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/agriculture-and-forest-environment/agriculture/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program

Service Area

Statewide

Geography Served

Contact

Seasonal Information

Telephone Numbers

Description

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) serves as the chief steward of the state’s natural resources. The DEM's mission is to protect, restore, and promote the environment to ensure Rhode Island remains a wonderful place to live, visit, and raise a family. Works with partners to restore lands and waters, to conserve wildlife and marine resources, and to monitor environmental quality to can build healthy, more resilient communities. Promotes natural resources – from historic parks and beaches to farms and delicious local food and seafood. The RI DEM is focused on helping our state grow “green” and build desirable neighborhoods that offer ample space to recreate and connect with nature.

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

All

Fees

Varies

Intake Procedure

Call 401-222-4700; In an emergency after hours, call 401-222-3070

Service Area

Statewide

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Special Notes/Funding

Income guidelines 2024: 1 $ 26,973 2 $ 36,482 3 $ 45,991 4 $ 55,500 5 $ 65,009 6 $ 74,514 7 $ 84,027 8 $93,536 *Add $9,509 for each additional member

Description

The Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is designed to: Provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs. Increase the consumption of Rhode Island-grown and produced agricultural commodities through farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agricultural programs. Aid in the development of new and additional farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community support agricultural programs. Email with any questions @ DEM.SFMNP@dem.ri.gov

Availability

May 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024

Hours

Varies

Required Documents

Proof of Residency Proof of ID Proof of Income

Eligibility

RI resident 60+ and/or SSDI recipient Meet income guidelines

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

You can apply to participate in the SFMNP through your local senior center or other applicable nutrition program. The application process involves affirming that you meet the age, income, and state residency requirements. A more in-depth explanation of what is required for program eligibility can be found in the application. You can pick up your card the same day you fill out the application. If an eligible individual cannot sign up themselves, they may select another individual as a proxy to sign up and receive the benefit card on their behalf. Homebound seniors who may not be able to use a SFMNP benefit card can choose to get a produce box delivered to their home instead of receiving a card. List of locations can be found by following this link: https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/agriculture-and-forest-environment/agriculture/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program

Service Area

Statewide

Geography Served

Contact

Seasonal Information

Telephone Numbers