A prescription for health
Providing Food access and education to families
Local Farmacy Rx fosters partnerships between nutrition educators, community food producers, social service agencies, 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 and Nutrition Classes
Provide education 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$
A produce incentive program where participants receive a stipend to purchase local fruits and vegetables for each educational opportunity they participate in.
community & Medical referrals
Social service organizations and medical providers make referrals to the program for families experiencing food insecurity and/or diet related diseases.
Family 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
Who can participate?
Montrose and Olathe families looking to increase their fruit and vegetable budgets up to $50 per week
Have a child in the home under the age of 5 OR have someone in the home who has a diet related medical condition (obesity, high blood pressure, etc.)
Qualify for SNAP/WIC or be within 200% of the federal poverty level
Families who can commit to attending at least 4 classes
Vendors
Now seeking 2023 LFRx Producers!
Do you sell locally grown fruits & veggies in the Montrose or Olathe area?
Learn more and sign up to accept Local Farmacy Bucks during our 202s Summer session
Medical Providers And Social Service Agencies
If you are a local medical provider or social service agency and feel that your patients/participants could benefit from receiving a referral to Local Farmacy Rx , join our network today!