Community Health and Nutrition Advisor
Cooperative Extension Tulare County
4437-B S. Laspina St.
Tulare, CA 93274
(559) 684-3318
iopadasas@ucanr.edu
UC Cooperative Extension Nutrition Programs
California SNAP-Ed Mission
To inspire and empower under-served Californians to improve their health by promoting awareness, education, and community change through diverse partnerships, resulting i healthy eating and active living.
Who We Are and What We Do! |
Educate - Increase nutrition and physical activity knowledge, skills, and practice
-Effective, evidence-based nutrition education for youth, adults, seniors and families
-Offering a comprehensive, preventative approach to health
-Classes offered primarily in Spanish and English, with Chinese and Hmong classes offered in select locations
Partner – Encourage state and local partnerships in support of shared goals
-Strategically aligned partnerships help strengthen the food system for low-resource communities
-We partner with government and non-governmental agencies, local stakeholders, and community leaders to create further impact and generate sustainable results
Build Capacity - Advance local priorities through training and technical assistance
-Curricula training for “extenders” (teachers, after school staff, community members)
-Leadership development for youth
-Fostering a network of local health advocates
Transform – Act as a catalyst for a healthy lifestyle change
-Working with communities to seek healthy lifestyle solutions that are sustainable, transformative, inclusive and grassroots driven
Learn More: https://uccalfresh.ucdavis.edu/
For More Resources And Ways To Contact Us |
Cal Fresh Healthy Living, University of California
Cal Fresh Healthy Living, UCCE Tulare County Staff
UC Delivers Collection
- UC Delivers is a collection of examples showing how ANR is making a difference for Californians!
- Conditions are always changing, and the ability to adapt to change is a key to success for people, families, and communities. For more on the UC Cooperative Extension's impact visit UC Delivers.
Funded by USDA SNAP, an equal opportunity provider and employer. Visit CalFreshHealthyLiving.org for healthy tips.
Financiado por SNAP del USDA, un proveedor y empleador que ofrece oportunidades equitativas. Visite CalFreshHealthyLiving.org para obtener consejos saludables.
These markets accept CalFresh, WIC, and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons AND participate in Market Match!
Saturday Main Market:
Saturdays Year-round
8:00 am - 11:30 am
2231 W Main St
Visalia, CA
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