University of Kentucky Extension Service Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Описание: In this episode, we dive deep into the UK SNAP-Ed program with our special guest, Jan Knappage. Jan shares valuable insights into the program's goals, initiatives, and how it's impacting communities across the state. 


SNAP-Ed stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education. It's a program that provides nutrition education to people who receive SNAP benefits.


In Kentucky, the SNAP-Ed program is administered by the University of Kentucky (UK) and Kentucky State University (KSU) in partnership with the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS).
What does the UK SNAP-Ed program offer?


• Nutrition education: Provides information on healthy eating, meal planning, and budgeting.

• Cooking classes: Teaches participants how to prepare healthy and affordable meals.

• Farmer's market information: Helps people learn about and access fresh, local produce.

• Other resources: Offers additional support and materials to promote healthy lifestyles.

The goal of the program is to help people make healthier food choices and improve their overall well-being.


The Kentucky Nutrition Education Program (https://kynep.ca.uky.edu/)


University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service County Offices (https://extension.ca.uky.edu/county)


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