Facts & Stats
The number in millions of Californians who experienced food insecurity between April and July 2020
What is 3
Although CA is an agriculture state, these types foods are not always available in certain neighborhoods
What are fresh fruits and vegetables
Not quite DoorDash, but it is a resource that specializes in food delivery for seniors, people with disabilities, and patients who are homebound
What is Meals on Wheels
This is something "vital" that a nurse could incorporate when assessing a patient for food insecurity
What is the hunger vital sign
Like defining a relationship, this is one way for those to determine the dietary content of a food item
What is the nutrition label
Not 911 but an important number that patients can call for help with food insecurity
What is 2-1-1
The Covid-19 pandemic made food insecurity this much more likely for those who experienced it prior
What is 55x more
Unlike now-defunct social media platform, "MySpace," this is a resource offered by the USDA for those to plan their meals
What is My Plate
This government program, made up of three different letters, is a nutritional program for women and children (up to 5 years old)
What is the WIC program (Women, Infants and Children up to 5 years old)
List 3 of at least 6 consequences of food insecurity
What are diet-related chronic health conditions, lower academic performance, poor sleep, depression, increased risk of infectious diseases, and anxiety.
You can "have it your way," but this type of food is generally not as healthy other alternatives
What are processed foods or fast food
For those who qualify, this California-ran program is used to provide healthy & nutritious food
What is CalFresh
The percentage of low income households that face food insecurity in the United States.
What is 31.6%
Which of these is the best option for food insecurity:
1.Cookies
2.Chips
3.Organic Broccoli
What is lasagna
An important part of the care team, this provider specializes in connecting clients with resources in their community
What is a social worker or case manager