Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health
RDN Training
June 29, 2023
Teen Feed: The Hidden Value of Design in Food Presentation
Many factors influence food intake and health outcomes, especially in a population of individuals experiencing houselessness, trauma, and food-insecurity. This handout for Teen Feed volunteers outlines how a focus on food presentation may show clients that they are valued and worthy, perhaps helping to build trust in the organization and facilitate relationship building. Community Partner:…
June 28, 2023
Farm to Early Care and Education in Washington: A Statewide Survey and Report
Dietary habits linked to the incidence of chronic disease are developed early in life. Created to address these habits, Farm to Early Childcare and Education (Farm to ECE) initiatives incorporate local food, agriculture, and nutrition through experiential learning opportunities in early childcare settings, and have been shown to improve children’s dietary habits and cultivate a…
June 27, 2023
Fruit and Vegetable Incentives Accessibility Pilot Project: Supporting Farm Vendors
To make SNAP incentive programs more accessible and equitable and to reduce the stigma of using SNAP incentives, the Washington State Departments of Health and Social and Human Services have partnered to pilot a program called Produce Rewards. This program will integrate fruit and vegetable incentives onto the SNAP EBT card, allowing SNAP users to…
June 26, 2023
An Exploration of a WIC Staffing Model Allowing Intermediate Nutrition Risk Appointments to Be Completed by Bachelor-Level Nutrition Consultants
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) requested an examination of WIC staffing models in all US states to determine the feasibility of allowing bachelors-level nutritionists to perform intermediate nutrition risk appointments rather than registered dietitians (RD.) This project aimed to address WIC staffing shortages and their lack of access to RDs, particularly in rural…
June 15, 2023
Nutrition Training Outreach to RDNs in Under-Resourced WA Counties
The Washington State Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN) Nutrition Network aims to improve access to evidence-based nutrition care for the organization and their families by providing free, specialized training and continuing education to registered dietitians (RDNs) in Washington. This project aimed to identify RDNs in under-resourced Washington state counties interested in participating…
June 12, 2023
Coaches Reference: Eating Disorders and Amateur Cycling – Context, Red Flags, and Resources
Created a website to provide stage cycling coaches with supportive nutrition information for their athletes. Includes detailed nutrition guides, research about athletes and eating behaviors, and counseling on how to speak to athletes about eating disorders. Community Partner: Personal Alignment Coaching
Connecting Columbia City Families with Nutritional Resources and Produce: Back-to-School Nutrition Night and Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt
Developed informational resources for parents and facilitated a “farm food treasure hunt” at the Columbia City Neighborhood Farmers Market Back-to-School Nutrition Night event. Community Partner: Neighborhood Farmers Market Association
Providing a CACFP-Supportive “Snack Cheat Sheet” for the Dale Turner Family YMCA
Worked with the YMCA to create a snack “cheat sheet” adhering to the USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines. Community Partner: Dale Turner Family YMCA
SCH Celiac Disease Program: Assessing Equity & Strengthening Resources
Completed a needs assessment of the program to learn how it could be more equitable for family participants. Provided an enhanced Celiac Program resource guide and updated patient enrollment listing, prepared a comparison map revealing mismatches in resources and patient location, designed a patient needs survey, and gave a final presentation to program staff with…
June 9, 2023
Providing Medically Tailored Meals to Older Adults with Sound Generations’ Meals on Wheels
Sound Generations works to address the unique needs of the aging community in King County, Washington, by connecting older adults to community resources and providing food security, transportation, health and wellness, and assistance services. The organization’s Meals on Wheels (MOW) service targets the issue of food insecurity by delivering nutritious meals to residents aged 60…
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