This course provides background information on food insecurity in America and food assistance resources available for people who are struggling. Throughout this course, you will have an opportunity to create a personalized resource guide for your community and consider small, actionable solutions that you can implement on your own or with a team. (2 hours)
A chart showing that the federal poverty threshold equals three times the cost of food for a family of four but the actual costs of living is much greater due to additional expenses.
Course Objectives
- Define food security and describe the differences between hunger, food insecurity, and nutrition security.
- Compare food assistance programs.
- Identify resources to mitigate food insecurity in local communities.
