NUTRITION
Eat Smart New York (ESNY)
SNAP-Ed educates resourced-limited communities around the Hudson Valley on healthy eating, physical activity, and food budgeting.
Group workshops are available as stand-alone sessions or a series of up to 6 lessons.
SNAP-Ed can travel around the county to provide education at a community location.
Cornell Cooperative Extension, Nutrition Education Program
For more information, contact Mary Brimmer at mmb335@cornell.edu or
(845) 340-3990 ext. 327
Visit www.snapedny.org to learn more about the program
Expanded Food & Nutrition Education
Program (EFNEP)
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Program (EFNEP) utilizes evidence-based resources and has been proven to help families with limited income make healthier nutrition and lifestyle choices. Topics include stretching food dollars, food safety, reducing salt and sugar intake, and making simple, healthy meals for the family. New recipes and ways to incorporate physical fitness into daily routines are included in every class. The program offers a series of 6-8 virtual, interactive lessons to resource-limited families and youth free of charge.
Day and evening virtual classes are available on a rolling basis. For more information, contact Marsha Sebro at mrs463@cornell.edu or visit their website.
Healthy Ulster County Network
Sponsored by the County Executive, this website is a collaborative with community partners to offer a comprehensive directory of preventative health resources.
Recovery Warriors
Online site dedicated to boosting the emotional intelligence and resilience of people struggling with depression, anxiety and eating disorders. “We believe that no matter what has happened to you, no matter how far you seem to be away from where you want to be, that with hope and the right support things will work out. The long road has a purpose. Your story has meaning. Our resources are designed to help you find that meaning.”
FREE Nutrition Services at ShopRite in Kingston
ShopRite of Kingston provides Free Nutrition services from their in-store Registered Dietitian as well as individual and Family Nutrition Counseling, product Information and demonstrations Shopping Tours Community Education Programs Health and Wellness In-Store Events. Stop by and visit or call to make an appointment . The Office is located at the front of the store next to the pharmacy
ShopRite of Kingston
801 Miron Lane, Kingston NY 12401
Ask for Dietitian & In Store Nutrition Expert
(845) 336-7800
YMCA of Kingston & Ulster County
The YMCA Kingston and Ulster County is a private not-for-profit, community-based organization providing social, health, physical education and recreation services to the residents of Ulster County.
YMCA programs includes school-age child care, health enhancement / fitness classes, summer camps, swim lessons for all ages, special scholarship programs for low-income youth and families & physical rehabilitation programs. The YMCA serves all groups from infants to seniors.
Click here for a list of indoor and virtual group fitness class being offered.
507 Broadway
Kingston NY 12401
(845) 338-3810
Visit their website
Hours
Monday - Friday: 5 am - 7 am & 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 7 am - 10 am
Sunday: 9 am - 1 pm
Ulster County Farmers Markets
Farmers' markets and farm stands foster healthy communities through the consumption of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables.
Kingston Farmers Market
272 Wall Street
Inside the Old Dutch Church every other Saturday from 10 am-2 pm until April 20th.
Outside every Saturday from May 4th to November 28th
Contact at info@kingstonfarmersmarket.org
The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) promotes local producers by expanding their sales at farmers’ markets and farm stands and fosters healthy communities through the consumption of locally grown foods. Consumers who are eligible are provided with coupons to use for fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers’ markets, farm stands, and mobile markets in New York State. If you are a low-income older adult (aged 60 years or older) or individual enrolled in WIC, living in New York State, you may be eligible to receive coupons. Contact the Office of the Aging or Veteran Services Agency for more information.