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Vouchers set for free produce for low-income seniors

Beginning Monday, elderly low-income Philadelphians can receive $20 worth of vouchers for fresh, locally grown produce from Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PAC). The vouchers, which can be used at 59 farmers' markets citywide, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be valid until Nov. 30.

Beginning Monday, elderly low-income Philadelphians can receive $20 worth of vouchers for fresh, locally grown produce from Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PAC). The vouchers, which can be used at 59 farmers' markets citywide, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be valid until Nov. 30.

The annual program is "always very popular," said PCA spokeswoman Alicia Colombo. Last year, 36,750 older residents received vouchers for free fruits and vegetables.

Income-eligible Philadelphians must show identification proving they will be at least 60 years old by Dec. 31 to receive vouchers, which can be obtained at PCA offices at 642 North Broad St. on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some other distribution sites also will offer vouchers, including Reading Terminal Market at 12th and Arch streets, where vouchers will be available Wednesday and July 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Income limits are $21,775 for an individual, $29,471 for a household of two, $37,167 for three, and $44,863 for a household of four.

Erin Edinger-Turoff