In March, Nelson County FCS Extension, with the support of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the state Nutrition Education Program Office, was able to hire a SNAPEd Assistant to serve one of the greatest needs of the county; nutrition and access to healthy and local foods.  Under the supervision of the FCS Agent, the SNAPEd Assistant in Nelson County has hit the ground running, enrolling new members in the program and marketing the NEP Curriculum throughout.  One of the most attended sessions so far has been a program that was established in collaboration with the Nelson County Library, called "Teen Cuisine". 

"Teen Cuisine" is a six session curriculum based program which targets teens ages 13-18 and encourages healthy food choices, explores "MyPlate" and develops food preparations skills which can be utilized to supplement young peoples' diets.  Each session has had between 18 and 24 recurring participants.  Each participant has completed a pre-survey containing questions pertaining to eating habits and ideas relating to foods and nutrition.  Participants who complete the six session program will also complete a post-survey which will indicate any changes in knowledge, opinions, skills or abilities.  This program is currently active as of June 2019.  Follow-up report pending.