WHRL Senior Food Distribution
Women for Healthy Rural Living
Free, no cost
Free 30-lb food boxes for seniors over 60, including juice, cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, and canned goods. Also operates free community vegetable gardens in summer.
Who can use this?
Seniors age 60 and older. Income guidelines apply (CSFP program).
About this resource
Women for Healthy Rural Living (WHRL) operates the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) in the Milbridge area, providing monthly 30-pound food boxes to income-eligible seniors over 60. They also run free pick-your-own vegetable gardens from July through October and offer nutrition education programs.
Services offered
- Senior commodity food boxes (30 lbs monthly)
- Free community vegetable gardens (Jul-Oct)
- Nutrition education
What to expect
Visit on distribution days to pick up your monthly food box. First-time visitors should call ahead to register.
What to bring
Nothing required. Bags or a box to help carry food are helpful.