How to apply for Senior Food Box (CSFP) through CAPECO — Wheeler County in Oregon
Community Action Program of East Central Oregon (CAPECO) — Food Programs, 211 SE Byers Ave, Pendleton, OR 97801
Who it's for
CAPECO hands out free monthly senior food boxes in Wheeler County through the federal Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Each box has shelf-stable food such as milk, meat, peanut butter, rice, cereal, fruits and vegetables, picked up at a local distribution site. You qualify if you are at least 60 years old and your gross income is $1,995 or less a month for one person (higher for larger households). Apply online through CAPECO's food page or call CAPECO at 541-276-1926 (toll-free 800-752-1139). You can name an authorized representative to pick up your box.
Boxes are limited to CAPECO's monthly caseload and must be picked up at a distribution site, so this shows as a may-qualify result. The couple income figure is the federal 150% poverty guideline for two people; CAPECO publishes only the one-person figure.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age 60 or older
- Proof of monthly household income
- Proof you live in Wheeler County
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 541-276-1926
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior Food Box (CSFP) through CAPECO — Wheeler County. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 60 or older, proof of monthly household income, proof you live in Wheeler County — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
annual recertification
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.