September is Hunger Action Month: Food Insecurity Resources
Kansas City, KS — September is Hunger Action Month. Food insecurity is a daily reality for millions across the U.S., but it hits even closer to home here in Kansas City. While 38 million adults and 12 million children nationwide struggle, 1 in 7 people in our own community face barriers to affordable, nutritious food, and 1 in 4 children in KC are caught in this crisis.
According to Mysidewalk data, more than half (56%) of our population are considered to have “low access” to healthy food. This is especially a concern for our patients because many chronic medical conditions can be managed through both medications and a healthy diet.
How can patients get access to healthy food when they’re struggling financially? Here are a few resources:
If you’re one of our patients, you probably already know about the monthly mobile food pantry that comes to our parking lot every first Tuesday of the month 10am – Noon. It is open to anyone in the community. The Resurrection Church FoodMobile also stops at a few other locations in KCK. You can find their schedule here:
Many food pantries serve the Wyandotte County area. For a full list, click on this map and find one near you:
Kanbe’s Market provides fresh and affordable food in neighborhoods that struggle with food access. Find a Kanbe’s location near you:
In addition, don’t forget that you can call 2-1-1 to get connected with community resources for everything from emergency food assistance to other community resources.
No one should ever go hungry. Help is just a phone call or click away.
