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| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
| 2066.4) | 0 |
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) |
| 2066.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.1) | 15 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
Author: Christy Blevins
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The convenience of fast food has cut down on family meal time at home adding to the increase adults being overweight in Bell County.According to Kentuckyhealthfact.org in 2018 the population in Bell County was 26,569 and the prevalence of overweight adults was at 79%. The Bell County Supplemental Nutrition Program Assistance Assistant through the University of Kentucky SNAP-Ed Program partnered with Just Family Adult Day Care to implement the Healthy Choices for Every Body curriculum and ed
Author: Christy Blevins
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Due to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic here in Bell County, traditional methods of educating individuals on nutrition and physical activity were re-invented.In March of 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic forced new regulations of individuals and business making families increase their time at home and away from others. We felt it was very important to find new ways to serve our community and continue to reach our clientele.Bell County Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Assistant teamed with the F
Author: Christy Blevins
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The COVID-19 Pandemic has caused a significant increased demand for emergency food boxes as more families face layoffs and cutbacks here in Bell County.Bell County’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Assistant through the University of Kentucky partnered with Lighthouse Mission and Cooperative Christian Ministry food banks to get Nutrition information and healthy recipes in food boxes for families in the community. Sharing information and recipes from our Healthy Choices for Every
Author: Christy Blevins
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
With the COVID-19 pandemic hitting Bell County the health and safety concerns of our elderly and older adults has increased. Bell County Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Assistant through the University of Kentucky partnered with the Director of the Bell County Senior Citizens Center to get information on the Coronavirus, handwashing and nutrition along with a hot meal to their seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic. A drive thru meal pick-up was set up for the seniors able to
Author: Christy Blevins
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
During the COVID-19 Pandemic many Bell County residents took interest in raising their own food and growing their own gardens.The Bell County Nutrition Education Program Assistant used the 2020 Fall Victory Garden Campaign to help educate local families how to raise food in small spaces using small containers, raised beds/flower beds and pallets.Seven families participated in the Victory Garden Campaign. Turnip, mustard, lettuce, carrots and spinach were a few of the seeds given to the families
Author: Christy Blevins
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The adult obesity rate in Bell County is on the rise. According to the Kentuckyhealthfacts.org the percent of overweight adults from 2016-2018 was 79%.The Bell County Nutrition Education Program (NEP) Assistant teamed with the Family and Consumer Science (FCS) Agent to promote a program called Weigh to go Wednesday. By implementing the Healthy Choices for Every Body Curriculum the NEP Assistant was able to educate the participants on the importance of making healthier food choices, portion contr
