Food Access Resources
Resources and Training:
Below is a range of resources designed to increase access to healthy food and drink, with a paticular focus on emergency food aid such as food banks.
The majority of these resources have been developed by Registered Nutritionists at Food Active and partners to support healthy eating during the Covid-19 lockdown and social distancing, in particular high risk and vulnerable groups in society.
Shielded Individual Food Parcels: guidance and support
A guidance document for procurement to provide advice and suggestions on how to improve the nutritional content of various food items typically found within parcels that are being distributed by the Department for Health and Social Care for Shielded Individuals (1 weeks food supply). We have also provided a draft meal plan based on the ingredients found in these parcels under ‘Food Parcel Meal Ideas and Inspiration’ below.
Food Bank Food Parcels: guidance and support
A guidance document for procurement to provide advice and suggestions on how to improve the nutritional content of various food items typically found within 3-day food parcels that are distributed via local food bank networks. We have also provided a draft meal plan based on the ingredients found in these parcels under ‘Food Parcel Meal Ideas and Inspiration’ below.
Food Parcel Meal Ideas and Inspiration
These resources provide meal ideas and inspiration on what to make with the ingredients found in food banks and food parcels.
Healthy eating for young adults in residential care
We have prepared a brief A4 two-page leaflet containing tips on healthy eating and ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner specifically aimed at young adults living in supported or temporary accommodation, residential care or hostels.
Community Food and Nutrition Directory
This directory presents a range of ready-made resources, guidance, session plans, and training materials for staff and volunteers working in community facing roles. It provides accessible, evidence-based information on cooking, nutrition, culturally inclusive food practices, and healthy eating guidance. Whether you are coordinating a community food programme, running cooking sessions, or promoting healthier eating, this hub provides accessible, evidence-based content to build confidence, inspire new ideas, and strengthen food literacy across your community.
Increasing Access to Healthier Food and Drink in Community Food Settings Training
As part of the Food Active programme, we have developed training resources for staff and volunteers working in community food settings to provide them with ideas and tips on how to support access to healthier food and drink for their communities.
This training module can be delivered in person or virtually, and will take around two hours deliver, including plenty of time for discussion and activities to support learning and engagement. It is supported by facilitator notes which can be viewed in the notes underneath each slide.
For further information, please get in touch: info@foodactive.org.uk
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