UC-CalFresh Nutrition Education Program
Programs Offered
Our adult nutrition education programs, the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and the Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program (FSNEP), inspire and empower families and individuals to lead healthier lives by teaching them to eat well, stretch their food dollars, and handle food safely. The programs are federally funded by the USDA, and are administered by the University of California Cooperative Extension. Nutrition Educators are trained by the University of California to teach classes to low-income adults.
EFNEP uses the Eating Smart Being Active curriculum
FSNEP uses the Making Every Dollar Count and the Plan Shop Save and Cook curriculum
Tired of always worrying about money? Get control of your finances through the "Making Every Dollar Count" program. It's FREE and easy to use. With the "Making Every Dollar Count" program, you'll learn how to reach your goals, stretch your budget, avoid late fees, and much, much more. Isn't it time to take control of your finances? Check out the "Making Every Dollar Count" program brought to you by the University of Cooperative Extension. Click our interactive logo below or
http://makingeverydollarcount.ucr.edu/
¿Está cansado de vivir preocupado por dinero? Tome las riendas de sus finanzas con la ayuda del programa “Haga rendir su dinero”. Es totalmente GRATUITO y muy fácil de usar. Con el programa “Haga rendir su dinero” usted aprenderá a lograr sus metas, hacer rendir su presupuesto familiar, evitar pagar cuotas por pagos morosos y mucho, mucho más. ¿No cree que ya es hora de tomar el control de su dinero? Visite el sitio del programa “Haga rendir su dinero” que ofrece Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de California.
Money Talks for Teens
Making smart money decisions doesn't have to be complicated. We've made it fun and easy to understand money matters with the "Money Talks for Teens" program.
This FREE program gives you reliable and up-to-date information about car buying, identity theft, managing credit, e-banking, finding employment, and much, much more.
Take the confusion and hassle out of your money decisions. Check out the "Money Talks for Teens" program brought to you by the University of California Cooperative Extension.
Agarra la onda…¡cuida tu dinero!
¡Tomar decisiones inteligentes en cuanto al dinero no tiene que ser complicado! Con el programa para jóvenes “Agarra la onda…¡cuida tu dinero!” es divertido y fácil entender todo lo relacionado con el dinero.
Este programa GRATIS te ofrece información confiable y actualizada acerca de la compra de un auto, robo de identidad, cómo obtener y manejar tu crédito, transacciones bancarias electrónicas, cómo conseguir empleo y mucho, mucho más.
Deja a un lado las dudas cuando tomes decisiones sobre tu dinero. Visita el sitio para jóvenes “Agarra la onda…¡cuida tu dinero!” que ofrece Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de California.
Resources Available
Newsletter for Professionals: Nutrition Perspectives
Fitness & Me (Teacher's Guide)
Federal Nutrition Education Resources from January 2005 to February 2010
Training
Several times a year, workshops are offered on nutrition and other topics. Designed to address issues of interest to those working in health, education and social services, programs feature knowledgeable UC professionals and research-based resources.
Calendar of Events
You're Invited - Tulare Bike Rodeo
WHAT: A FREE community event to promote bike safety. Children are encouraged to bring their bikes and helmets for safety checks, participate in a riding course and will receive nutrition and physical activity information. Free bicycle helmets distributed.
WHY: According to the Jeff Barnes Brain Injury Foundation, head injury accidents involving children account for nearly 400,000 emergency room visits each year. Bike safety is key to reducing the risk of injury. Obesity rates in Tulare County are at an all time high and bicycling is an excellent way to combat this growing problem. This fun, family friendly event addresses both!
WHO: The University of California Cooperative Extension Cal Fresh Nutrition Education Program is pleased to partner with hosts The City of Tulare, Jeff Barnes Brain Injury Foundation, and the Tulare City School District to promote healthy lifestyles.
WHEN: Saturday, February 25, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lincoln Elementary School, 909 East Cedar Avenue, Tulare
Success Stories
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Tipton Elementary parents completed an eight week nutrition program and celebrated with a graduation ceremony. Expanded Food Nutrition Educator, Mariana Lopez, brought in her California State University Bakersfield cap and gown and took “promotion” photos.
“This is my first graduation picture,” gleamed a smiling Maria Ceja.
Ms. Lopez hopes to continue promoting many more parents and promote healthy lifestyle changes and her positive outlook throughout the Tulare County community. |
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In October, 2011, the International Agri Center, Tulare, California hosted its first annual “Ag Fest!” UC Cooperative Extension Cal Fresh Nutrition Education and 4-H programs partnered with the Ag Center to create a fun family-centered event. People of all ages learned something new about how agriculture relates to our world locally and globally. The Tulare County 4-H program held a successful and tasty iron chef competition. The UC Cal Fresh Nutrition team held a Plate Puzzle Party exploring the new MyPlate symbol. Our goal is to help families solve the puzzle of healthy eating by simply choosing foods from each of the food groups and controlling portion size. The new MyPlate is an excellent visual tool as there are no “sometimes” foods evident in the table setting. Many of our Tulare City School families stopped by and created their own healthy plates. |
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