In this episode of Voices for The Poor, we look into the critical issue of food insecurity in St. Joseph County, Indiana. We also explore how food deserts impact residents' health, learn about the roots of the problem, and discover the innovative local solutions and organizations working tirelessly to alleviate hunger. Listen to find out how you can make a difference in the fight against food insecurity.
Source List for "Nourishing Hope: Tackling Food Insecurity in St. Joseph County"
Segment 1: Understanding Food Insecurity
Food Deserts in St. Joseph County:Segment 2: The Roots of the Problem
Economic and Accessibility Challenges:
South Bend - Elkhart Regional Partnership (SBERP) Impact of Food Deserts on Health and Diet:
Stacker - Counties with High Food Insecurity in Indiana Innovative Local Solutions:
Linden Avenue Farmers Market - South Bend, Indiana
Feeding Indiana's Hungry - Member Food BanksSegment 4: Community Gardens and Local Initiatives
Unity Gardens - South Bend, Indiana
REAL Services
St. Vincent de Paul SocietySegment 5: How to Help and Get Involved
Feeding Indiana's Hungry - Member Food Banks
Linden Avenue Farmers Market - South Bend, Indiana
Feeding Indiana's Hungry - 2022 Food Insecurity
South Bend - Elkhart Regional PartnershipSegment 6: Concluding Thoughts
Food Insecurity Data in Indiana - Feeding Indiana's Hungry
Food Pantry Map in St. Joseph County - South Bend Elkhart Regional PartnershipDispelling the Myth About SNAP Benefits and EBT Card Misuse
USDA Food and Nutrition Service - SNAP Fraud
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities - Setting the Record Straight on SNAP Myths and Realities
USDA Economic Research Service - SNAP Economic Impact
American Journal of Public Health - SNAP and Health Study
USDA Economic Research Service - Characteristics of SNAP Households
USDA Economic Research Service - SNAP Trafficking Rate
Walker, Keane, & Burke (2010) - Food Deserts Impact on Health
Kelli et al. (2017) - Food Deserts and Cardiovascular Risk
Beaulac, Kristjansson, & Cummins (2009) - Economic and Accessibility Challenges
Bhattacharya, Currie, & Haider (2004) - Economic Factors Contributing to Food Insecurity
van der Velde et al. (2019) - Cultural and Social FactorsSupplementary Information:
CDC - Food Deserts
PMC - Food Deserts Research
Food Unfolded - Why Do Food Deserts Exist?To contact the show email: [email protected]