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Impact Report

For plan KA 703. Nutrition Education and Behavior (Curry County)
Date October 27, 2011, 7:39 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report The Annual Extension Holiday Showcase, “Believe”, was presented three times to approximately 423 people. A segment of this program targeted “Holiday Food Safety” and “Egg Safety Tips”. The participants acknowledged that it is important at this time of the year to be reminded of food safety and healthy eating tips. 45% replied that they will make a conscious effort to utilize the information provided. Agent developed a program called “Pot Pies & More”. This program provided ways to modify old fashion pot pies with a few simple change-ups, to make a healthier recipe. It provided information on reducing fat, sugar and salt, how to make healthy substitutions, ingredients to cut back on, and changing cooking and preparation techniques. This program was presented as a leader training, which in turn was given to approximately 120 people. It was also given to 22 Clovis School cafeteria employees. Several weeks after the program clientele were still committing that using this information they have modified recipes other than pot pies. 40% of the participants reported a change in cooking techniques. A program was presented to the Mothers of Preschoolers on how to improve their general health and ways to encourage their families to eat healthy. The program targeted snacks and sugar. There were 21ladies that attended this program. One mother said she had never been taught how to read labels and how much sugar is in snack foods. She said “I am more aware of how to make better choices concerning my children’s snacks”. “Food Preservation” information was distributed to approximately 143 adults and youth through Farmers Market and the Extension Office. The information included: recommended equipment, proper methods used to water bath and pressure can and emphasized food safety. Some of the participants had canned before but wanted a refresher course and updated information. For some of the others it was a first time experience in food preservation. Testing of pressure canning gauges was also available. People commented that using these home preservation skills, they will be able to provide fresh quality food products to their family. This agent also aided the Extension Program Assistant in preparing nutrition programs for 359 youth in area schools. These programs target MyPyramid and the importance of eating a well-balanced diet, proper exercise and healthy snack choices. An “Emergency Preparedness” program was presented to 32 PEO members. The participants learned the importance of having an Emergency Food Pantry List. A kit was shown with the foods and supplies from the Emergency Supply list. The participants also gained knowledge on why and how to make a plan in the event an emergency occurs and the importance of food safety. A great deal of discussion was held to talk about basic supplies that need to be prepared and other information that pertains to being prepared. 25% of the participants said they planned to go home and use the information to help prepare in the event of an emergency. ICAN In Curry County, the ICAN program has one Nutrition Educator that teaches many hands-on learning lessons which include; basic nutrition, healthy food choices, reading food labels, meal planning, food preparation, food safety and food budgeting. The Home Economist provides training and advice to the ICAN Nutrition Educator as needed. This year, 3714 people have attended ICAN nutrition classes with 446 youth and 40 adult graduating. The home economist provides support to the ICAN Nutrition Educator who teaches a series of four to six nutrition classes to youth and adults in schools and outside the school setting. The home economist assisted with developing the County Action Plan and keeping it updated. The programs were conducted at Hartley House, Adult Drug Court, WIC, Summer Meal Sites, Women’s Wellness, Clovis Housing, Mother’s Day Out, Baxter Center, Childcare Center, ENMR and ERMSH, along with the following schools: Melrose, Lincoln Jackson, Texico, Grady, Bella Vista and Highland. 80% of the participants reported knowledge gained on programs given, and 25% of the participants stated they definitely will make changes.