Supportive Housing Food Programs: Nourishment for the Body and Soul
This panel explores food access models, such as urban farming, grocery distribution, nutrition planning, and community partnerships, that help promote independent living and long-term housing stability.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PMThu
Cantor/Jolson, 9th Floor
Speakers
Ana Moran
Director of Health and Wellness
Community Access
Sterling Thomas
Tenant Advocate
Alliance for Positive Change
Jajaida Gonzalez
Vice President of Day Services
Services for the UnderServed
Melissa Gallanter
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
Alliance for Positive Change
Documents
Food Programs - SUS
Food Programs - HSNY
Food Programs - Community Access
Food Programs - Alliance for Positive Change
Even before the current moment of increasing strain on SNAP and emergency food resources, supportive housing providers have been reimagining food initiatives as an effective tool for healing, workforce development, and community building. This panel explores food access models, such as urban farming, grocery distribution, nutrition planning, and community partnerships, that help promote independent living and long-term housing stability.