Local Farmacy RX
A prescription for health
Providing nutrition access and education to individuals & families
Local Farmacy Rx fosters partnerships between nutrition educators, local farmers, social services, and health care providers to increase the consumption of local fruits and vegetables and improve the health of individuals in the Montrose and Olathe communities at risk of developing a diet related disease and/or experiencing food insecurity.
HOW WE DO IT…
Cooking & Nutrition Classes
Education is provided to both adults and children on how to cook healthy meals on a budget using both the Cooking Matters curriculum and incorporating family voice and choice in recipes.
Farmacy Buck$
After each class that individuals and families participate in, they receive a stipend to purchase local fruits and vegetables at a variety of retail outlets throughout the year.
referrals
Social service organizations and medical providers make referrals to the program for families or individuals experiencing food insecurity and/or diet related diseases.
community Network
A support system of participants where healthy eating is encouraged at gatherings and potlucks. Farm tours are also conducted to help build social connections.
The path to health
Participants
Montrose, Olathe, and Delta families looking to learn about cooking and nutrition while increasing their fruit and vegetable budgets up to $50 per week
Has someone in the home who has a diet-related medical condition (obesity, high blood pressure, etc.) or is experiencing food insecurity
Qualify for SNAP/WIC or be within 200% of the federal poverty level
Families who can commit to attending at least 4 out of 6 classes
Vendors
Do you sell locally grown fruits & veggies in the Montrose, Olathe, or Delta areas?
Call 970-249-0705 or select the button below, Sign up to accept LFRX Bucks
Medical Providers And Social Service Agencies
Do you serve individuals and/or families with a diet-related disease or at risk of a diet-related disease?
Do you serve individuals and/or families experiencing food insecurity?
If you want your patients/participants to benefit from receiving a referral to Local Farmacy Rx, join our network today by calling 970-249-0705, find us on the CRN, or select the button below, Refer Someone To LFRX