Special-Delivery-for-the-City’s-Grocery-Delivery-Program
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OFFICE OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS, Tel: 305.673.7575 MEDIA ALERT
Tonya Daniels, E-mail: tonyadaniels@miamibeachfl.gov
Melissa Berthier, E-mail: melissaberthier@miamibeachfl.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 27, 2019
Special Delivery for the City’s Grocery Delivery Program
— Saturday, September 28 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. —
WHO/WHAT: Hurricane season may only be six months, but the City of Miami Beach
understands that preparedness is year-round. In an effort to continue
ensuring their residents are resilient, Miami Beach city staff will be
making a special delivery for participants in the city’s Grocery Delivery
Program on Saturday, September 28 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. –
ensuring the most vulnerable residents remain resilient and prepared.
Funded through the city’s Community Development Block Grant, the
Grocery Delivery program provides much needed monthly nutritional
support for very low-income elderly residents who face food insecurity as
they juggle living expenses in a fixed income. Each month, program
participants receive fresh fruits, vegetables, protein and shelf staples
delivered by Whole Foods in conjunction with the city.
In addition to the grocery items delivered earlier this month, participants
will receive a special one-time delivery of needed every day household
items (including laundry detergent and cleaning supplies, personal
toiletries and other needed household goods) alongside an emergency
preparedness bag that includes a 3-day supply of Meals Ready to Eat
(MRE), emergency flashlight, first aid kit, water, water purification tables
and more.
Currently, 96 elderly residents are enrolled in the program.
WHEN: Saturday, September 28 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Office of Housing & Community Services
555 17 Street
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