Allen County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.1) | 100 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
| 2066.2) | 75 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.5) | 100 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.4) | 100 |
Number of families/caregivers who reported supplementing their diets with healthy foods that they grew or preserved (community or backyard gardens, fishing, hunting, farmers markets) |
| 2066.3) | 75 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
Success Stories
Senior Food Boxes with Need More Acres
Author: Nancy Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
SNAP-Ed Success Story 2023-2024Allen CountyNancy Owens-Sr. Nutrition Education Program/SNAP-Ed AssistantNeed More Acres Senior Farmers Market Program In Allen County 17% of the population are senior citizens. 9% are below income poverty level. The goal of this program is to assist Senior Citizens in receiving a monthly box of fresh produce, protein, grains, fruits, and dairy items that are provided by local producers and supplied from Need More Acres Farm. All items that are in
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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vouchers
Author: Nancy Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Describe the Issue or Situation.DeSNAP-Ed Success Story 2023-2024Nancy Owens-Sr. Nutrition Education Program/SNAP-Ed AssistantFarmers Market Vouchers for Seniors In Allen County, KY. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program was being discontinued, so the Allen County Cooperative Extension Service felt the need to step up and keep this wonderful program going for the citizens of our county. The first step to keeping this program alive was to work with the local United States Department of
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Senior Farmers Market Produce Program
Author: Nancy Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
SNAP-Ed Success Story 2023-2024Allen CountyNancy Owens-Sr. Nutrition Education Program/SNAP-Ed AssistantSenior Farmers Market Produce Box Program In Allen County 17% of the population are senior citizens. 9% are below income poverty level. The goal of this program is to assist Senior Citizens in receiving a monthly box of fresh produce, protein, grains, fruits, and dairy items that are provided by local producers and supplied from Need More Acres Farm. All items that are
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Farmers Market Vouchers for Seniors
Author: Nancy Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
SNAP-Ed Success Story 2023-2024Nancy Owens-Sr. Nutrition Education Program/SNAP-Ed AssistantFarmers Market Vouchers for Seniors In Allen County, KY. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program was being discontinued, so the Allen County Cooperative Extension Service felt the need to step up and keep this wonderful program going for the citizens of our county. The first step to keeping this program alive was to work with the local United States Department of Agriculture Office to get i
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Stress Eating in Kentucky
Author: Nan Montgomery
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Stress is something we have felt a lot of lately. Whether positive or negative, stress can take a toll on our eating habits. In fact, research shows the foods we eat and the emotions we feel are closely linked. The urge to stress eat is normal, but over time the comfort of our favorite foods wanes. Fortunately, there are a variety of tips and tricks people can apply to manage stress eating while still savoring favorite comfort foods. To support people in creating their personalized approac
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Sourdough Bread Workshop and Gut Health
Author: Nan Montgomery
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Recent research shows that gut health plays a vital role in overall well-being, impacting not only digestion but also immune function, mental health, and chronic disease prevention. The gut microbiome, a complex community of trillions of bacteria, helps regulate inflammation, produce essential nutrients, and maintain a healthy gut barrier. The Allen County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent and Registered Dietitian, Jennifer Turner, taught a sourdough Workshop. The workshop was to prom
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