SVHC Newsletter - July 2024
July 2024
“The mission of SVHC is to cultivate local solutions and collaborative actions that advance the health and well-being of the Cortland community.”
Program Spotlight: Produce Prescription (PRx)
We kicked off our 5th season of the Produce Prescription (PRx) program in June! SVHC purchases CSAs (community supported agriculture) from three local farms – Freetown Food Forest, TC3 Farm, and Main Street Farms – and delivers fresh vegetables each week to the 125 participants throughout the growing season, at no-cost. PRx aims to provide individual support; increase food security and nutrition through a food as medicine concept (free produce, educational resources, etc.); improve access to fresh produce; improve health literacy; and increase food dignity.
The 2023 season provided 443 people, ranging in age from one to 76, with approximately 14,809 meals. We’re excited to expand our reach into the Cortland County community!
Save the Date: Trivia Night at McGraw Box
Connect with 2-1-1: The One Stop Shop for Resources
Did you know that 2-1-1 is a free, confidential service available 24/7 in Cortland County? Whether you’re in need of food, housing, healthcare, or other community services, 2-1-1 can help you find the resources you need quickly and easily. Simply dial 2-1-1 or visit the 2-1-1 website to connect with trained specialists who can guide you to local services and support. Stay informed, stay connected, and get the help you need with 2-1-1!
So Sweet! Strawberry Picking at Grisamore Farms
SVFR went berry picking! Staff and volunteers tried to beat the heat on the morning of June 20th at Grisamore Farms and picked over 35 pounds of strawberries! All the fresh berries were distributed with our food deliveries from the hub. Strawberries were purchased with Nourish NY funding.
SVHC in the Community
Saturday, July 13, 10-11 am – Meet the Doulas at the Homer Farmers’ Market, Center for the Arts front lawn
Saturday, July 13, 10 am – 2 pm - Cortland Pride, Courthouse Park, Cortland
Thursday, July 24, 2-5 pm – Meet the Doulas at CAPCO Field Days + Resource Fair, 236 South Main St, Cortland
Thursday, August 1, 4-6 pm – World Breastfeeding Week Celebration! Rotary Shelter, Suggett Park, Cortland *Registration required
Sunday, August 18, 12-4 pm – Meet the Doulas at PorchFest! Van Hoesen St, Cortland
Connect with Us
Our mission is to cultivate local solutions and collaborative actions that advance the health and well-being of the Cortland community.
Seven Valleys Health Coalition
10 Kennedy Parkway
Cortland, NY 13045
Phone: (607) 756-4198
Fax: (607) 344-0048
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