Helps My Family Survive Hard Times: An Innovative Summertime Food Relief Program in New Haven, Connecticut.

Autor: Zigmont, Victoria A., Tomczak, Stephen Monroe, Bromage, Billy, Vignola, Alicia, Gallup, Peggy
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Zdroj: Journal of Poverty; Feb/Mar2022, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p162-179, 18p
Abstrakt: To achieve healthy communities, addressing food insecurity (FI) is critical. This study describes a unique food distribution program combining a mobile Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) for children with a mobile pantry for adults. A survey (n = 153) of participants at six locations in New Haven Connecticut revealed that 36% reported FI and 76% were first-time pantry users. Three- quarters participated in SNAP, WIC, or both, and two-thirds had children who were fed by SFSP. Major federal programs do not eliminate FI, therefore local voluntary organizations are essential partners to address the food crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index