Food as Medicine Program

Kaseman Clinic has a new program called Food as Medicine, which provides free weekly fruits and vegetables to help patients manage conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Participants can also access nutrition education and personal support from our team to learn more about managing their health conditions and building a healthy lifestyle.

What does the Food as Medicine program include?

Access to Healthy Food

• From July-November, you will receive $144/month to buy produce at markets
• Funds are loaded on a card that can be used at any market location
• Markets operate Tue-Fri at 9 locations throughout the county

Nutrition Classes

• A series of 5 one-hour classes
• Classes are offered virtually or in-person
• At each class you attend in person, you will receive an additional free bag of produce
• If you attend 4/5 classes, you will receive a $100 gift card when the program ends

Medical Check-ins

• You need to attend at least 2 medical check-ups between July - end of November
• Kaseman Clinic staff will monitor your medical conditions and give advice

‍Personal Support‍

• Our bilingual nurse will work with you and give advice on how to manage your health
• Kaseman Clinic staff will be available to help if you have any concerns or issues during the program