Maine SNAP-Ed Implementer
“I’ve been a SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator for 4.5 years now, and I’ve seen first-hand the impact SNAP-Ed has. SNAP-Ed changes peoples’ perspective on healthy eating. I’ve seen it replace overwhelm and doubt with confidence. People leave a SNAP-Ed series feeling ready and equipped with the tools needed to lead healthier lives. SNAP-Ed provides people of all ages with the tools to take ownership of their health. It helps families understand how to create nutritious meals, young children about different fruits and vegetables, adults how to read nutrition labels, and teens how to cook healthy, tasty dishes.
I’ve seen students light up as I enter the classroom, excited to try the fruit or veggie of the day. I’ve witnessed students gain a true love for cooking and eating healthy, which they will take with them into adulthood.
Simply put, SNAP-Ed changes lives and makes a tremendous difference in our communities. One participant from a Cooking Matters series wrote on a survey: “It’s a game changer!” And that’s exactly right. SNAP-Ed helps build stronger and healthier communities.”