Success Stories
The Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program is making a difference in the lives of real people. Read below and learn how the program has helped Indiana residents.
Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice!
2017-09-06
Our Community Wellness Coordinators (CWC) are one of our initiatives the Nutrition Education Program offers free of charge to Indiana communities.
Creating A Farmers’ Market in Fayette County
2017-03-02
Bringing Farmers’ Markets to Fayette County pays off for residents and the county. In Fayette County, the poverty level is at 23%, the obesity rate is 39% and food insecurity for children is 28%.
Elementary Students Walk and Run for Better Health
2017-05-31
For the last six months, Erin Sherrow-Hayse—a Community Wellness Coordinator in Lake County, has been working with Glen Park Academy School to increase physical activity opportunities for students.
Healthy Choices. Healthy Baby.
2017-05-31
Carla was a young pregnant woman who contacted Howard County NEPA Linda Echelbarger because her doctor warned her that her eating habits could lead to gestational diabetes.
Learning to Make the Most of the Food Pantry
2017-05-31
The Brookhaven Food Pantry in Grant County is a trusted place for residents to get food for their families.
Screening for Food Insecurity – A Critical Step In Addressing Hunger
2017-05-31
Food insecurity is a huge issue in Indiana. Noble and Allen County have a reported incidence of food insecurity of 11.5% and 14.9%, respectively.
Vouchers Lead to Success in Boone County!
2017-03-02
Collaborative effort brings Farmers’ Market and Senior Vouchers to Boone County residents.
Hendricks County Doubles WIC/Senior Vouchers
2017-03-02
Doubling the value of vouchers leads to success, and introduces Double Up Produce.
The Role of Food in Lead Absorption
2017-03-02
Late last year, the West Calumet neighborhood was found to have high levels of lead in the soil. The Purdue Nutrition Education Program was asked to step in and provide education, guidance, and support to the residents of the area.