Provides an overview of homelessness and food insecurity, discussing the benefits and barriers associated with creating a food program for the homeless. Various food programs in the United States are highlighted as examples, and resources for starting food programs for the homeless are provided.
Course Objectives:
Identify the correct definition of homelessness
List some of the most prominent causes of homelessness
Describe the link between homelessness and food insecurity
Summarize the possible benefits of creating a food program for the homeless
Explain the barriers that are associated with creating a food program for the homeless
Compare and contrast varying examples of food programs for the homeless that are well established within Southern Arizona as well as on a national level
Course Designers:
Lauren Kemmer, BS
Jennie Altman, BS
University of Arizona, Dietetic Interns, Class of 2016
Continuing Education Information: 0.5 CECH (6/22/19)
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