By McKenna Halverson When people turn to food pantries for help, they should feel supported—not judged or overlooked. But for many, the experience can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and even demeaning. This is often due to structural stigma—unfair systems and practices that make it harder for people to get the help they need, in ways that […] The post Addressing Structural Stigma in Emergency Food Assistance Settings appeared first on Center for Research in Education & Social Policy.| Center for Research in Education & Social Policy
Chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity continue to challenge families and healthcare systems across Delaware. But a growing movement—Food is Medicine (FIM)—offers a bold, evidence-based solution: integrate nutritious food and healthcare to improve outcomes and reduce costs. From February 2023 to February 2024, Westside Family Healthcare, in partnership with CRESP at the University of […] The post Food is Medicine in Action: Feeding Families Program Shows Promising R...| Center for Research in Education & Social Policy