The FARMacy Program is a 15-week program that helps families improve their health by providing fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables – at no cost. The program is made available through a grant from the Walmart Foundation.
The Boone County FARMacy Program is a partnership between the BMH Healthy Lifestyle Program and the WVU Extension Service.
If you answer YES to at least one of the following questions, you may be eligible:
Your medical provider gives you a prescription for fresh fruits and vegetables.
Use your prescription to shop at the weekly farmer’s market (organized by BMH and WVU Extension).
Participate in six (6) nutrition education and cooking classes.
Complete medical assessments such as weight, blood pressure, finger-stick blood tests, etc.
Complete surveys about your eating and lifestyle habits.
The program will not interfere with your current food benefits.
Call 304.369.1230 Ext. 4504 or email education@bmh.org. Slots are limited and applicants are taken on a first come, first serve basis.
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