Due to COVID-19 pandemic, the in-person Fresh Conversations withing Lower Shore Counties has been delayed until further notice. However, we are currently offering online webinar sessions.
What Online Topics Will be Discussed in 202o?
- Ancient Grains Make a Come Back
- Sugar:Sinfully Sweet
- Go with Your Gut Bacteria
- Heart-Healthy Fat Facts
- Lower Your Stroke Risk
- Should You Worry About Vitamin D Deficiency?
- Eating Out and Eating Healthy-Just Got Easier
- Dairy Case Dilemma: Is It Really Milk?
Click here to find Lower Eastern Shore Fresh Conversations webinar schedule and registration link:
08/11/2020, Topic: Heart Healthy Fat Facts
Register for this session by clicking on HEART HEALTHY FATS [1]ZOOM LINK [1]
08/25/2020, Topic: Should You Worry About Vitamin D Deficiency?
Register for this session by clicking on VITAMIN D ZOOM LINK [2]
09/08/2020, Topic: Sugar: Sinfully Sweet
Register for this session by clicking on SUGAR LINK [3]
09/22/2020, Topic: Ancient Grains Make a Comeback
Register for this session by clicking on ANCIENT GRAINS LINK [4]
10/13/2020, Topic: Eating Out and Eating Healthy Got Easier
Register for this session by clicking on EATING OUT LINK [5]
10/27/2020, Topic: Go with Your Gut Bacteria
Register for this session by clicking on GUT BACTERIA [6]
11/10/2020, Topic: Lower Your Stroke Risk
Register for this session by clicking on LOWER STROKE LINK [7]
11/23/2020, Topic: Dairy Dilemma
Register for this session by clicking on DAIRY DILEMMA LINK [8]
Fresh Conversations: Maryland Nutrition Education Program For Older Adults
What is Fresh Conversations Program?
Our Story
In 2019, UME-FCS team facilitated Fresh Conversations at 44 senior centers and other senior serving sites. The program was implemented in 19 counties and Baltimore City in Maryland. Educators facilitated a total of 288 sessions and made 2,836 educational contacts.
In 2020, UME-FCS team efforts will focus on expanding direct education as well as training volunteers to implement the program. The Fresh Conversations training will be facilitated by the UME-FCS team. For more information on the program and training, contact UME faculty listed on the right side bar under 'Have Questions?' section.
Our Wonderful Program Partner
The Maryland Department of Aging (MDoA) helps establish Maryland as an attractive location for all older adults through vibrant communities and supportive services that offer the opportunity to live healthy and meaningful lives. MDoA and the statewide network of 19 Area Agencies on Aging assist older Marylanders with a range of services and sources of information. MDoA administers state and federal programs, many of which are significantly lower in cost than nursing home placement.
Who is Eligible to Participate in Fresh Conversations?
Maryland older adults receiving services from the local senior centers or sites where they congregate are eligible to participate in the program.
What Topics Will be Discussed in 2021?*
- Healthy Foods, Healthy Brain
- Inflammation
- Cancer: Preventable, Not Inevitable
- Macular Degeneration: Sight-Saving Strategies
- Are Healthy Bones Important?
- Fuel Your Independence with Protein
- Fresh Herbs: Don’t Miss Out on Summer Flavor
- Summer Check-Up
*Disclaimer: Number of sessions and topics covered may vary by site. Check with your local site or local UME-FCS faculty to find out what topics are offered in your area.
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