List of stores with special hours for Senior Citizens and Vulnerable Populations
More great information from the coronavirus.dc.gov website!
The Department of Aging and Community Living’s hotline is operational, and seniors who need information or assistance should call (202) 724-5626. The call center will conduct a quick assessment and connect you to the appropriate service.
Special Hours for Seniors at Grocery Stores
UPDATE: Aldi is also offering 'vulnerable' shopper hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am to 9:30am.
Community Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)/ Grocery Plus
For recipients of the Community Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)/ Grocery Plus:
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), locally known as Grocery Plus, serves the District of Columbia’s senior population who are 60 years and older with a limited income.
CSFP has increased its distribution to home bound seniors. The current CSFP certification period has been extended by 90 days.
Current CSFP participants who have not received their monthly food box should call the Capital Area Food Bank at 202-644-9880.
For more information on CSFP/Grocery Plus program updates, please visit: http://capitalareafoodbank.org/covid19response/