Everyday Eats: Helping Older Adults Access Nutritious Food
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Corrine
CorrineAt Mountain Resource Center (MRC), we understand that access to nutritious food is essential—especially for older adults living on a fixed income. With rising grocery costs and the lingering financial impacts of COVID-19, many seniors in our community are struggling to afford the food they need to stay healthy.
That’s why we’re excited to announce that the Everyday Eats program is coming to MRC. This state-administered food assistance program provides free, monthly groceries to low-income adults 60 and older.
How Does Everyday Eats Work?
Older adults who qualify receive a box of nutritious, shelf-stable food every month, including:
✔️ Canned fruits & vegetables 🥫
✔️ Pasta, rice & cereal 🍞
✔️ Cheese & shelf-stable milk 🧀
✔️ Peanut butter & other pantry staples 🥜
This program helps older adults maintain a balanced diet, reduce grocery expenses, and access healthy, reliable food options.
Who Qualifies for Everyday Eats?
To qualify, you must:
✅ Live in Colorado
✅ Be 60 years or older
✅ Have a monthly or annual income at or below the following limits:
| Household Size | Monthly Maximum Income | Annual Maximum Income |
| 1 | $1,883 | $22,590 |
| 2 | $2,555 | $30,660 |
| 3 | $3,228 | $38,730 |
| 4 | $3,900 | $46,800 |
| 5 | $4,573 | $54,870 |
| 6 | $5,245 | $62,940 |
| Add per extra family member | $673 | $8,070 |
If you meet these qualifications, you are eligible for Everyday Eats!
How to Apply
Mountain Resource Center is here to help older adults enroll in Everyday Eats and ensure they receive benefits as quickly as possible. Our team can also connect participants with other food assistance programs, including SNAP enrollment support, our Food Share Market, and Mobile Food Share programs.
📞 Call us at 303-838-7552 to get started
🌐 Visit www.mrcco.org for more information
Fill out your application at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X8i2HoIU5RIMCpzUwWprjb2gJLtHV3Ox/view?usp=drive_link
At Mountain Resource Center, we are committed to ensuring no older adult in our community goes hungry. If you or someone you know could benefit from Everyday Eats, please reach out today!
