Food Stamp Nutrition Education Project

The Benton-Franklin Health District is the lead agency in a collaborative effort to expand nutrition education to food stamp recipients. The health district along with Headstart, ECEAP, the food stamp office, community food distribution programs, schools, and other social service agencies work together to reach as many families as possible. The project objectives include increasing the recipient's knowledge about providing nutritious food for themselves and their families; increasing their food resources through new shopping and money management skills; increasing their knowledge and behaviors related to food safety, handling, and storage; and demonstrating their ability to select, buy, and prepare appropriate foods to meet their nutritional needs. These objectives will be met by providing nutrition education programs at various community sites that include information on the use of dietary guidelines and the food guide pyramid, stretching food stamp dollars, shopping strategies, and preparation of economical recipes. The project will be evaluated using a pre- and post-class test and 25 percent of the class participants will be surveyed to assess behavior change in a follow-up interview. The project is funded by a federal grant that requires a 50 percent non-federal match.

Contact:
Annie Goodwin
Benton-Franklin Health District
7102 w Okanogan pl
Kennewick Wa 99336
(509) 460 4246
Fax: (509) 546-2916
Email: annieg@bfhd.wa.gov

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Kennewick WA
99336
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