It is well documented that eating habits are difficult to change. Aimed primarily at lower income neighborhoods, this teaching techniques is proving itself to be more effective than traditional teaching methods. Extension joins with WIC to provide education and training to those most in need. In partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Aid, Extension is tackling the difficult problem of improving nutrition and resource management skills among food stamp recipients in Illinois. Educational programs, delivered by paraprofessional staff, provide practical nutrition information and work to improve the decision-making abilities of food stamp recipients.
Programs focus on healthy eating practices, food safety, and food budgeting.
Currently there are more than 100 staff who deliver FNP in Illinois.