Three seniors’ homes in Halifax and Dartmouth are going to have mobile food markets to deliver fresh, affordable produce.
The province says the Nova Scotia Mobile Food Market Society, based in Dartmouth, will receive $20,000 from the Age-Friendly Community Grant program for its Healthy Seniors Mobile Market project.
It is one of 41 projects to receive money to help seniors live healthy, active lives in their communities.
“The mobile market is making it easier and more affordable for seniors in these buildings to get fresh, nutritious vegetables and fruit. This is one of the many excellent activities offered by groups to seniors across Nova Scotia so they can learn new skills, stay active and healthy, and connect with others,” said Barbara Adams, Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care. “By supporting community groups, these grants are helping seniors age well in their communities.”
The province says by partnering with local producers and buying produce in bulk, packing it in smaller, affordable portions, the mobile market is able to sell healthy food at lower prices.
Taking the food directly to seniors, makes it easier for them to purchase.
This year, more than $500,000 is being invested in projects that help seniors stay active, engaged and socially connected in communities across the province.
Activities offered to seniors through projects receiving grants this year include:
– training on technology and digital skills
– community gardens and cooking classes for seniors and youth
– art activities such as quilting and printmaking
– guided walks and low-impact fitness classes
– community meals and large celebrations like dances and BBQs
– tasks like lawn care
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