Eating healthy on a budget can be a significant challenge for many families. Nutrition Links is a program offered through Penn State Extension that provides evidence-based nutrition education for low-income families. Hands-on cooking opportunities along with practical strategies help families make better nutrition and health decisions. Child care providers can host Nutrition Links programs as a valuable family engagement opportunity that can encourage healthy practices at home and in the child care setting. (2 hours)
Objectives
- Identify specific barriers to healthy eating and physical activity for families with limited resources.
- Understand the resources and benefits the Nutrition Links program offers in Pennsylvania.
- Determine ways to engage families through partnership with Nutrition Links.
- Describe ways for child care providers to access Nutrition Links program opportunities.
NOTE: This lesson is only available to Pennsylvania participants
