This is a USDA Food Program that is designed to improve the health and nutrition of senior citizens. You must be at least 60 years of age and your total household income must be at or below the following (Updated 3/2025):

Family Size      Annual           Monthly     Weekly Income

    1                 $23,475            $1,957                    $452

    2                 $31,725             $2,644                    $611

For each additional household member, add:

                            Annual           Monthly     Weekly Income

                           $8,250               $688                     $159

To register for this program, please call or see the Social Services Coordinator. Proof of age, residency, and income are required during the application process.

The monthly CSFP Food Package generally contains: 4 vegetables, 2 juices, 2 fruits, 1 protein, 2 cereals, 1 protein alternate, milk product, carbohydrate, and 2 lbs. cheese.

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement 2025

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the State or local Agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

The Senior Farmer's Market Voucher program provides low income seniors with vouchers to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables at approved farmer's markets and stands in Pennsylvania. Vouchers are typically available for distribution in June. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Eligibility requirements for 2025:

1) You must be 60 yrs. or older, and

2) a Montgomery County resident, and

3) income below $2,413/mo. or $28,953/yr. for one person, or $3,261/mo. or $39,128/yr. for a couple.

All available Farmer's Market Vouchers for 2025 have been distributed.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families living on low incomes pay their heating bills in the form of a cash grant. Households in immediate danger of being without heat can also qualify for crisis grants. The cash grant is a one-time payment sent directly to the utility company/fuel provider to be credited on your bill. These grants range from $200 to $1,000 based on household size, income, and fuel type.

The income guidelines for 2024-25 for homeowners and renters were as follows:
Household Size             Maximum Annual Income
           1                                        $22,590
           2                                        $30,660

Apply online at www.compass.state.pa.us or pick up an application at the Center.

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) accepts applications each year between November and April, or until all the funds are distributed.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program supports homeowners and renters across Pennsylvania. This program provides a rebate ranging from $380 to $1,000 to eligible older adults and people with disabilities age 18 and older. 

This program supports Pennsylvania homeowners and renters who meet the following criteria. ​​

Age Criteria 

• 65 and older

• Widows and widowers 50 and older 

• People with disabilities 18 and older 

​​Income Criteria 

• ​​In addition to age requirements, to qualify for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate, your household income must be $46,520 or less ​annually.  ​

Supplemental rebates are also available to provide relief to applicants with the most need. These rebates are automatically calculated for property owners with $31,010 or less in income whose property taxes are more than 15% of their total income

Applications for 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebates are due by June 30, 2025. Under Pennsylvania law, the Department of Revenue evaluates the program before the June 30 deadline every year. If extra funds are available, the deadline is extended to December 31. The deadline HAS been extended until Dec 31st 2025. Applications postmarked by that date will be accepted for processing. 

Learn more and apply here.

Several area school districts (including North Penn, Wissahickon, Upper Dublin, Norristown, and Methacton) now offer a tax rebate to their residents who have first qualified for the latest PA Property Tax/Rent Rebate for 2024. Once you receive the state's rebate for 2024, you can apply to the school district for their additional rebate from 7/1/2025 through 6/30/2026.

Learn more, get an application, and get help from the Social Services Coordinator by calling 215-362-7432 ext. 203.

Free shared ride services to your closest Senior Center are available if you are age 65 or older.

To schedule a ride, cancel a ride, or inquire about TransNet registration, call the SPARK Harleysville front desk @ 215-256-6900, or the SPARK Lansdale front desk @ 215-362-7432.

Rides must be booked at least one day in advance.

Learn more here .