Training is provided on an ongoing basis to keep them up to date with the changing nutrition information. Cooperative Extension specialists, based at UC, work with UC nutrition researchers to provide additional training. Family members are also given training on saving money when buying food, the basic principles of nutrition and methods to improve food safety and food sanitation skills. There is no cost for this program. Social Services Agencies A series of workshops for the low income families on nutrition budgeting and food preparation is offered in conjunction with Social Services Agencies.
Emphasis is given to nutritional needs of a teen especially during and after pregnancy.
Culturally relevant nutrition Information is given to Vietnamese population. Information is given to new Russian immigrants of shopping and eating right for good health. A special program for food stamp recipients is currently offered. Grandparents raising young children use this program to help understand the nutritional needs of their youngsters. Occasionally the staff offer classes at individual homes.