Senior News August, 2003 Vol. 24. No. 6

 

Published by the Humboldt Senior Resource Center in Eureka, California. HSRC is a non-profit community-based organization offering services for senior citizens, multi-generational families and caregivers.

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Briefs

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Briefs
Voucher program is delayed by state budget
by Deborah Krzesni

     The Area Agency on Aging is entering into the third season for the
Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition Program. The program was developed by the
California Department of Aging with funding from USDA and the state. It has
increased the intake of fruits and vegetables of California seniors and
offers support to California's small farmers.
     Participants of the Title III Elderly Nutrition Program and the Brown Bag
Program are issued coupons that can be used at the local farmer's markets to
purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs. In Humboldt and Del Norte
counties this program has been embraced by both the seniors and farmers.
Last year, coupons were distributed to 1,000 seniors, with a total value of
$30,000.
     The California Department of Aging will be distributing the coupons to
the 33 Area Agencies on Aging within the state based on senior population.
Locally, 500 booklets valued at $20 each with a total value of $10,000 are
expected. In addition to the reduction in number of expected coupon books,
the program faces new uncertainties.
    It was recently determined that coupons cannot be released until the
state budget is passed. Timing of budget approval could affect the number of
coupons available on the North Coast. If the budget is delayed into the
fall, the local markets could close before the coupons can be released. It
is also possible that Humboldt/Del Norte could receive extra coupons
originally designated to other communities because markets in other areas
have a shorter season than those on the North Coast.
        During this time of uncertainty, the Area Agency on Aging can assure
one thing, the available coupons will be distributed as soon possible.
     Deborah Krzesni, RD is Consultant Dietitian for the Area Agency on
Aging, 707-441-0444 ext. 12.

Eureka Veterans Clinic open to qualified vets
    We apologize to readers for publishing the incorrect number for the
Eureka Veterans Clinic in the July paper. The correct phone number for the
clinic is 442-5335.
      To apply, submit an application which you can obtain by phoning the
clinic or picking up at 714 F Street, Eureka. Discharge papers (DD214) must
accompany the application. The application process takes about a week. If
the veteran is eligible, an appointment will be made to be seen at the
clinic. Eligibility is based on income level, whether the vet is service
connected or not and if she or he has ever been to a VA facility.