During the COVID-19 pandemic, access to food and groceries for older adults became a top issue as circumstances made it unsafe for individuals to go to grocery stores. In order to help those utilizing SNAP benefits, the UConn Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program has provided tips and regulations about SNAP benefits during COVID-19, and how to stretch your food dollars.
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More videos with tips:
- Heather Peracchio and Juliana Restrepo Marin from our UConn Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) discuss Pandemic SNAP benefits available due to COVID-19 – in English and Spanish (y Espanol).
- Heather Peracchio and Juliana Restrepo Marin from our UConn Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) discuss delicious and nutritious recipes you can make at home using ingredients from the farmers’ markets – in English and Spanish (y Espanol).
- Join Heather Peracchio and Juliana Restrepo Marin from our UConn Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) for a cooking demonstration on black bean salad – in English and Spanish. Heather Peracchio y Juliana Rest.

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