Board of Commissioners Plans Drive-Thru Food Distribution for Seniors
PAINESVILLE, Ohio, July 31, 2024 – The Lake County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and Laketran, are organizing a one-time drive-thru food distribution set for Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the Lake County Fairgrounds. This event is specifically for older adults aged 60 and above who reside in Lake County and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
“We are so grateful to have been granted additional funds from the Ohio Department of Aging through the Healthy Aging Grant,” stated Commission President John T. Plecnik. “Addressing food insecurity is a key focus of these funds, and this food distribution event will support our community.”
The drive-thru distribution will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds, located at 1301 Mentor Ave. The distribution is first-come, first-served and does not require prior registration. A total of 475 boxes containing meat, eggs, dairy, and fresh produce will be available exclusively for seniors aged 60 and older. Please click here to read the entire press release.
