Food as medicine for food-insecure families in rural North Carolina
This study tests whether providing fresh produce boxes and nutrition classes helps families in rural North Carolina who struggle with food access. If you are a parent or caregiver of an 8–14-year-old and live in a participating county, you may qualify.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and a parent or caregiver of a child aged 8 to 14 years
- You live in Bertie, Halifax, Lenoir, Northampton, or Wayne County in North Carolina
- You are able to speak, read, and write in English or Spanish
- You are at risk of food insecurity
- You can receive a box of fresh produce and attend nutrition classes
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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