VeggieRx
VeggieRx
VeggieRx is a fresh produce prescription program that improves healthy eating habits for individuals experiencing food insecurity and diagnosed with diet-modifiable disease. This program aims to increase the access to and consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits by participants who receive vouchers for produce as well as nutrition education.
In 2018, participants ate more vegetables and fruits during and after the program. Experienced food insecurity was reduced following the program. Participants felt more confident in their personal ability to stretch meals using fresh food and shop for produce on a budget. $11,883 was spent on produce to local farms.
I feel better. I feel more confident to work out. To make other lifestyle changes. Once you start feeling better you just want to continue to make healthier changes.”
– 2018 Veggie Rx Participant
The Farmers Market Model
- 8 weeks worth of fresh food vouchers at
The Bend Farmers Market or The Redmond Farmers Market - Nutrition education
- Healthy recipes
- 1-on-1 support and tips for eating healthy from a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist
The Mobile Produce Model
- Participants shop NeighborImpact’s Fresh To You fresh food mobile pantry
- 8 styled meal kits; Fresh Harvest Kits
- Nutrition education
- 1-on-1 support and tips for eating healthy from a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist
Nutrition Education Material
Each week participants of VeggieRx receive nutrition information and tips for eating healthy and shopping at the market.
Week 1 Balanced Meals and Community Resources
Week 2 Food Storage and Shopping on a Budget
Week 3 Varying Your Vegetables and Salad Basics
Week 4 Healthy Portion Sizes
Week 5 Seasonal Foods Guide and Roasting
Week 6 Building a Healthy Meal and Grilling
Week 7 Reading Nutrition Labels and Stir-Frying
Week 8 Shopping for Healthy Foods
Get Connected
For more info
Contact Hannah
hannah@hdffa.org
541-610-6046
Do you want to refer a patient to VeggieRx?
Access our Provider Fact Sheet
or download materials for distribution
or contact Hannah
Hannah Brzozowski
hannah@hdffa.org
541-610-6046
Do you want to accept VeggieRx vouchers at the farmers market? Do you want to grow food for VeggieRx: Fresh To You?
Contact Hannah Brzozowski
hannah@hdffa.org
541-610-6046
Do you want volunteer with VeggieRx?
Fill out our volunteer form
Check out our 2018 VeggieRx report.
Want to learn even more?
Contact Hannah Brzozowski
hannah@hdffa.org
541-610-6046
2018 Pilot Project Report
Fresh Food Access Resources
- List of regional food banks, locations and contact info.
- Women, Infants, Children (WIC) Program
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Farm Direct Nutrition Program (FDNP)
Other Programs & Resources
- Gorge Grown
- La Pine Community Health Center, Veggie Prescription Program
- The Oregon Community Food Systems Network
- Mind The Meal Gap
Funding provided by:
