by Chelsea Anderson | Jan 30, 2025 | Reports, Resources
We may not associate our involvement in civic and social activities as being good for our health, but research conducted by US HHS Dept. and the WHO consistently conclude that it is. So much so that Civic Engagement is considered an important social determinant of...
by Chelsea Anderson | Dec 27, 2024 | Reports, Resources
Continuing the conversation on language and literacy as social determinants of health, having limited English proficiency can be a very real barrier to accessing food. The stigma sometimes associated with asking for food assistance can make it hard in the first place...
by Chelsea Anderson | Oct 2, 2024 | Reports, Resources
According to the Census Bureau, we communicate in over 350 languages in this country. Those many languages enrich our communities but can also present a barrier to attaining health equity and access to food. According to the Census Bureau’s 2019 American Community...
by Chelsea Anderson | Jul 25, 2024 | Reports, Resources
Internet access has become an essential component of daily life. It enables us to communicate with friends and family, purchase just about anything, pay bills, attend classes, and apply for everything from jobs to credit and housing. In fact, internet connectivity and...
by Chelsea Anderson | Jun 27, 2024 | Reports, Resources
Think about the last time you visited the grocery store. Did you drive there? How far did you have to go? Even if your closest store is only a few minutes from home – perhaps even within walking distance- does it have all the foods you need? Can you get what you...
by Chelsea Anderson | May 15, 2024 | Reports, Resources
We know that consistent access to nutritious food fuels healthy bodies and minds, and that when people don’t have enough food or choose inexpensive foods with low nutritional value, it can seriously impact their physical and mental health. However, food is only one...
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