Franciscan Health is partnering with the Indy Hunger Network to provide free fresh produce and health education to people with chronic medical conditions.
Produce is shown at a supermarket.
Participants in the Produce Prescription Program will complete a six-week Cooking Matters course focused on nutrition and chronic disease management. Those who complete the program will receive monthly vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables for six months.
Participants do not need to be Franciscan Health patients. To qualify, they must have a preexisting chronic condition, such as cancer, diabetes or heart disease, and screen positive for moderate to high food insecurity.
Classes will meet 3-4:30 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 6 through Nov. 10, at the Franciscan Health Michigan City Legacy Campus, 301 W. Homer St.
Registration is open through Oct. 1. For more information or to register, call 219-221-4153 or email Selena.Tinoco@FranciscanAlliance.org.
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