2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
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2066.3) | 75 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
2066.4) | 45 |
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) | 20 |
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) | 20 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
Author: Amanda Hardy
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
According to Feeding America 1 in 7 Kentuckians face hunger. One in six children face hunger. People facing hunger in Kentucky are estimated to report needing $302,792,000 more per year to meet their food needs. Knowing these statistics Henderson County has a food pantry called “Henderson Christian Community Outreach." In 2019, they were able to assist:5,915 families with food insecurities, 315 families with utility assistance, 200 families with rent assistance,