Boost your Grocery Budget with SNAP! It’s important to know that a SNAP household includes anyone who lives and eats together, but seniors can apply on their own, even when living with others. For most applicants, your monthly household income must not be higher than the amounts in the chart below. However, if a household member is age 60 or over or has a disability, they may still be eligible even if their gross income exceeds these amounts. When you are on a fixed income, extra dollars to buy food can be a big help! In New Jersey, the minimum monthly SNAP benefit you can receive, if eligible, is $95 – that is $1,140 in extra money to buy food a year! Your benefits also can be higher if you have out-of-pocket medical expenses, housing and utility bills. Here are the facts:
- No work requirements for anyone age 60 and over
- No need to go in-person to apply or complete your application process-everything can be done over the phone or online
- You may remain eligible for 24 months before your case must be renewed
It’s important to know that a SNAP household includes anyone who lives and eats together, but seniors can apply on their own, even when living with others. For most applicants, your monthly household income must not be higher than the amounts in the chart below. However, if a household member is age 60 or over or has a disability, they may still be eligible even if their gross income exceeds these amounts.
The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) promotes nutritional health among New Jersey’s senior citizens by providing them with locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Participation in the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is limited to those senior citizens who are 60 years and older and whose gross income (i.e., income before deductions for income taxes, Social Security taxes, insurance premiums, bonds, etc.) is equal to or less than the income poverty guidelines increased by 185%. You can get started by contacting Mercer (609) 989-6661.
You can apply today at Mercer County Board of Social Services or visit NJSNAP.gov and go to “GET SNAP” to find a SNAP Navigator.