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Healthy food packages for older adults

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) | NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH)

1. How it Works

Adults ages 60 or older are eligible for monthly food packages if they earn below a certain income.

  • Once every month, you can pick up a food package at a CSFP distribution site. Packages can include cheese, milk, rice, pasta, cereal, canned vegetables, fruits, chicken or fish, and more.
  • During summer, you can also get additional benefits to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at farmers’ markets.
  • CSFP can also connect you to health care and social service agencies.
  • You can get CSFP even if you are receiving SNAP (food stamp) benefits.

2. Determine your eligibility

To be eligible, you should be able to answer yes to these questions:

  1. Are you 60 years old or older?
  2. Are you a New York State resident?
    • You do not need to be a US citizen to receive CSFP benefits.
  3. Is your household’s total pre-tax income equal to or less than CSFP income requirements below?
Household size Income in a year
1 $23,475
2 $31,725
3 $39,975
4 $48,225
5 $56,475
6 $64,725
7 $72,975
8 $81,225
For each additional person, add: $8,250

 

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3. How to Apply

3. How to apply

Apply by phone

Call a CSFP site near you for more information about how to apply.

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Last Updated March 24, 2025