Program Summary

This program uses a “social prescribing” model to connect individuals (18+) with fruits and vegetables and health educational resources. Social prescribing is a method that refers individuals to nonclinical supportive services and community resources that address social, emotional, or practical needs.
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Eligibility

  • Must be an adult (18+) living in Oakland County
  • Meets guidelines for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and or eligible for Medicaid/Medicare
  • Must be experiencing limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Must be able to shop at partnering vendor locations.
  • Must be able to complete online health education sessions (can be accessed from a computer, tablet, or smartphone).

Program Goals

  1. To increase participants’ knowledge & skills to engage in health behaviors. 
  2. ​To increase fruit & vegetable consumption and time spent doing physical activities among program participants.​
  3. To promote relationship building and community among participants.
  4. To create and foster partnerships with local clinics and health care providers, social service and religious organizations, food markets, and physical activity opportunities to support participant health improvement and promote program sustainability.

Health Education Sessions

Enrollment