Health and hunger are deeply connected, and access to nutritious food is essential in preventing diet-related chronic diseases. Unfortunately, for many neighbors facing hunger and trying to stretch a limited budget, fresh and healthy foods are often the first to go, replaced with lower-cost, calorie-dense options. While this may keep food on the table, it can contribute to … [Read more...] about Central Florida Spotlight: Health and Hunger
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You Help Families Thrive
In Central Florida, one in eight of our neighbors is facing hunger. Among them are families living in multigenerational households, like Megan’s. Last year, Megan’s mother moved in with her family. They hoped combining into one household would save money on rent and childcare. But her growing kids need clothes and school supplies. And her mom was prescribed a new, expensive … [Read more...] about You Help Families Thrive
Fighting Hunger and Boosting Wellbeing for Seniors
"It's really all about wellbeing," said Yaneisy. As the operations director of the St. Cloud Dream Center, one of Second Harvest's 750+ feeding partners, Yaneisy emphasizes the center's commitment to ensuring that every neighbor who walks through its doors is not just fed but also nourished and cared for. The Dream Center is a certified Second Harvest Nutritious Pantry, … [Read more...] about Fighting Hunger and Boosting Wellbeing for Seniors
Filling the Gaps With Food and Hope
“I don’t know what I’d do without it.” It’s a common refrain among those who receive food assistance in Central Florida throughout the year, but especially around the holidays. Dozens of cars show up hours early for the St. Vincent De Paul Divine Mercy Food Pantry’s biweekly drive-through food distribution, but November had more people waiting than usual. More than a … [Read more...] about Filling the Gaps With Food and Hope
Good Nutrition, From Pantry to Plate
Salad or soda. Carrot sticks or potato chips. Chicken soup with rice … or chicken nuggets with fries. When it comes to nutrition, not all choices are created equal. Parents want their kids to grow up healthy and happy, and most of us know that diet – what we eat, how much, and how it’s cooked – plays a major role in overall well-being. But for the tens of thousands of … [Read more...] about Good Nutrition, From Pantry to Plate
