May 20, 2020
FROM FARMERS TO FAMILIES
PROVIDING ACCESS TO FRESH PRODUCE:
Contact:
DiAnna Solomon
(313) 680-1155
solomond@daaa1a.org or
Anquenetta Jones
(313) 461-4696
ajones@daaa1a.org
WHO:
The
Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA)
in partnership with the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Aging and Adult Services Administration, Eastern Market and LaGrasso Bros., a family owned and operated produce market, DAAA will distribute fresh fruit and vegetables boxes curbside to seniors in need.
WHAT:
The USDA Farmers to Families Food Box program utilizes locally sourced products and is a win-win for farmers and Michigan families. The Michigan Aging and Adult Services Agency connected Area Agencies on Agings with local fruit and vegetable distributors. LaGrasso Bros, a local vendor will supply fruits and vegetables for DAAA’s curbside pick-up for senior’s ages 60+ in need.
WHEN
:
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm,
Thursday, May 21, 2020.
WHERE:
The Historic Trinity Lutheran Church located at 1345 Gratiot Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207
,
parking lot.
Drivers are to remain inside their car and allow volunteers to place boxes into the trunk of the vehicle.
WHY:
Ronald S. Taylor, President, and CEO of DAAA
believes we have a battle to win against COVID-19, and for many seniors, food is the first line of defense. As a community, we will be stronger, together, as we work through this turning point in our nation’s history.
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The Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA)
serves adults 60+, adults with a disability and caregivers residing in Detroit, the five Grosse Pointes, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, and Highland Park. DAAA is celebrating 40 years of service.
Mission:
To educate, advocate and promote healthy aging to enable people to make choices about home and community-based services and long term care that will improve their quality of life.
Vision:
Create a community that cares for the vulnerable and advocates for the well-being of our constituents.
