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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/
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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.
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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.
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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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