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| 2066 - Accessing Nutritious Foods (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.1) | 176 |
Number individuals reporting that their family supplemented their diets with healthy foods that they produced or preserved |
| 2066.2) | 3502 |
Number of individuals who reported eating more healthy foods |
| 2066.3) | 3298 |
Number of individuals reporting that they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmer’s markets, CSA’s WIC, Food Pantry) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.4) | 0 |
Number of farmers markets accepting EBT cards |
| 2066.5) | 1680 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers markets |
| 2066.6) | 22 |
Number of families who grew a garden this year |
| 2066.7) | 6 |
Number of first time growers or those who haven’t grown in five or more years |
| 2066.8) | 1 |
Number of restaurants/other institutions utilizing local foods as a result of Extension programming |
Author: Stacy Smith
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
It is extremely important for young children to know where their food comes from and to know how it grows. By knowing where their food comes from, they are more likely to try new foods and help prepare family meals. A study conducted by the CDC (Center for Disease Control) found that in 2007–2010, 60% of children aged 1–18 years did not meet U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Patterns fruit intake recommendations, and 93% did not meet vegetable recommendations. The
Author: Stacy Smith
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
According to the US Census Bureau, in Clinton County, there are more than 2400 people over the age of 60 and over 600 live alone. This can create great challenges for those individuals in regards to their overall health; primarily their physical health, mental health, and nutritional needs. In several cases, these individuals tend to let their nutritional needs lapse for the opportunity to socialize and for the convenience of ready-made and restaurant foods. As a result, thei
Author: Stacy Smith
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
Over 21,000 families choose to homeschool their children in the state of Kentucky. In Clinton County, the number of families making the decision to homeschool is growing rapidly. Today, approximately 38 Clinton County families choose homeschooling. As homeschool parents look for more and more ways to enhance their children’s educational experiences, the Nutrition Education Program is there to help. The Clinton County Extension Nutrition Education Program in partnership wit
Author: Stacy Smith
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
The Clinton County Nutrition Education Program Assistant partnered with Foothills Academy in Clinton County to bring nutritional information to their employees. Foothills Academy is a residential treatment facility for young boys who have found themselves in trouble with the court system but whose actions haven’t warranted jail time. The Clinton County School District provides certified teachers to assist the young men in achieving their high school education while housed at the
Author: Christy Stearns
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
According to Feeding America, the overall food insecurity rate in Clinton County is 16.5%. In an effort to address food insecurity, the Clinton County Extension Office coordinated an “I Can Help Fight Hunger” event at a local grocery store. The event promoted the summer feeding program, provided Plate It Up Kentucky Proud recipe samples, increased awareness of the food insecurity need throughout the community, and collected canned and non-perishable food items that will be distribute
