October 2021 Volume 3-Issue 1

SNAP-Ed News & Updates

SNAP-Ed is a FREE, confidential nutrition education program that helps families manage food resources during tough economic times. The Extension Nutrition Team of knowledgeable nutrition educators provide practical, hands-on activities and skills for healthy meal prep, as well as explore the importance of physical activity in a healthy lifestyle for the community members in the North Country. Visit our website for more recipes and tips for eating healthy for yourself and your family.

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Learn How to Save Time & Money While Eating Healthy and Being Active with SNAP-Ed! Click on this video below to see how to get connected with SNAP-Ed today!!

Whether you're an individual, family, school or community partner, SNAP-Ed has something to offer everyone. There are many ways that we spread our message to the community, through interactive lessons, food demonstrations, tabling events, newsletters, roadside billboards, and our website. Our nutrition educators work with adults and youth to educate, empower, and support change that leads to a healthier lifestyle! Our goal is to give you the tools, tips, and tricks to overcome barriers to making nutritious choices and choosing a physically active lifestyle! SNAP-Ed offers quick recipes so eating healthy has never been easier or more delicious. You can find step by step recipes on our website or visit our page on YouTube for food demonstration and tips and tricks videos.  Or simply give us a call to see what we can offer you today at 315-379-9192. Our program has so much to offer so don't wait find out more about who we are!

Recipe of the Week

Creamy Potato and Leek Soup! With colder weather coming, try this tasty soup to fill you up and keep you warm! For the recipe Click Here! Have you checked out our Recipe Bank yet? For more delicious recipes, tips & tricks and more please visit our SNAP-Ed NY website.

For the Kids... Hey kids, print out the cards below! Play bingo with your family while eating healthy and being active! (click on the image below to print the sheet)

Up Coming Classes

Adults

Older Adults

Youth

 Check out our Calendar to see more upcoming classes!

Sign up for Benefits now! The Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. it can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet. To find out more about SNAP Benefits and other assistance program you may be eligible for visit: mybenefits.ny.gov

If you need help applying for SNAP, call or email a Nutrition Outreach and Education Program (NOEP) Coordinator. NOEP Coordinators tell you if you may be eligible for SNAP, answer any questions you may have, and help you complete and submit your application. It is free and confidential. Clinton -Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, Inc.- 518-563-4022 x112 Franklin- Maximizing Independent Living Center -518-483-2151 Jefferson- Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County, Inc. -315-955-9319 St. Lawrence- Maximizing Independent Living Center- 315-764-9442 x405

This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP.  If you have a disability and are having trouble accessing information in this newsletter or need materials in an alternate format, contact bmr37@cornell.edu for assistance.  Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.