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| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 2117 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
| 2066.4) | 78 |
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) | 41 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.2) | 335 |
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) | 87 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
Author: Cheryl Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
"Meet our dedicated 'Troopers' – a group of young first-grade girls who formed a Girl Scout Troop that partnered with the Whitley County EFNEP (Expanded Food Nutrition Education Program). While theseTroopers came in various shapes and sizes, they all shared a common challenge: some were hesitant totry new foods and didn't have much affection for vegetables. Recognizing this, the EFNEP Assistant embarked on a mission to introduce them to a world of diverse foods, focusing o
Author: Cheryl Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The primary focus of the Whitley County EFNEP (Expanded Food Nutrition Education Program) Assistant has been on the clientele undergoing rehabilitation. Approximately 90% of this demographic consists of women actively struggling with addiction for an extended period, many of whom are pregnant or have recently given birth. This group is diverse in several ways, notably as they often lead lifestyles not widely accepted by society. Additionally, many of these women are either pregnant or new mother
Author: Cheryl Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The EFNEP (Expanded Food Nutrition Program) Assistant had the unique opportunity to collaborate with numerous local community partners, including individualized families and their children, Save the Children, and Family Resource Center Coordinators. This initiative, known as "Prime Time," spanned six weeks and saw consistent participation from both youth and their families. The primary focus of this program was to support youth facing reading challenges. In this engaging program, young
Author: Cheryl Owens
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The Whitley County EFNEP Assistant and the local middle school, in partnership with the 21st Century Afterschool Program, recognized a critical need among youth: essenetial life skills for their future success. One such skill, the ability to prepare cost-effective and nutritious meals at home, had declined due to busy schedules, afterschool activities and working caregivers, leading to increased reliance on fast food. The Cooking Club emerged to address this challenge by equipp
Author: Linda Burgard
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
During the holiday season, we acknowledge the significance of cooking, nutrition, and food storage in promoting positive mental and physical health. The Wilderness Trail Area Family and Consumer Science Agents gathered in London, Kentucky to present our annual Holiday Cooking School. The event focused on educating participants in Food Safety & Preservation, featuring instruction from the UK Food Safety and Preservation specialist, Annhall Norris. In addition to food safety, atten
