SNAP-Ed NY is a statewide program that teaches people how to shop for and cook healthy meals on a limited budget. It is part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides benefits to help income-eligible individuals pay for food.

NYSOFA provides SNAP-Ed programs to older adults at the statewide and regional levels in partnership with the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. These programs are overseen by a team of Registered Dietitians and experts who specialize in nutrition for older adults.

NYSOFA's SNAP-Ed NY team hosts a monthly cooking demonstration on social media featuring delicious, nutritious, budget-friendly meals. The program also includes information about dietary guidelines, meal planning, portion sizes, and much more for older adults.

When: The last Friday of each month at 12:30 p.m. on Facebook and YouTube

Catch Upcoming Episodes on Our Facebook Page
Browse Our "What's Cooking" Playlist on YouTube for Archives
Browse the “What’s Cooking” Playlist on YouTube for Archives with Spanish Subtitles

"Ask the Experts: Nutrition Edition" is an interactive conversation with nutrition experts. The program, led by NYSOFA's SNAP-Ed Registered Dietitian Lisbeth Irish, features guests discussing a range of topics at the intersection of health and nutrition.

When: The second Friday of each month at 1 p.m. on Facebook and YouTube

Catch Upcoming Episodes on Our Facebook Page
Browse Our "Ask The Experts" Playlist on YouTube for Archives (includes episodes with Spanish subtitles) 
 

• Make Vegetables the Centerpiece of Your Meals 
• Why Do Some People Follow a Gluten-Free Diet? 
• Choose Lean Proteins: What are the Options? 
• Container Gardening 101: Grow Fresh Herbs Virtually Anywhere 
• 5 Ways to Reduce Food Waste — for a Healthier Planet and a Healthier You 
• Sugar: Unwrapping Fact Vs. Fiction To Make Healthy Choices 
• Save Time, Save Money, and Eat Healthy with Comfort Foods 
• SNAP-Ed NY: How to Liven Up the Winter with Fruits and Vegetables 
• SNAP-Ed New York: What You Can Do to Manage Your Risk of Diabetes
• SNAP-Ed New York: Improve Your Diet with Mindful Eating 
• SNAP-Ed New York: Food is Fuel, Fill Up Thoughtfully! 
• SNAP-Ed New York: Hike To Stay Healthy During Parks and Recreation Month 
• SNAP-Ed New York: Celebrate Summer with NYS Fruit and Vegetables! 
• SNAP-Ed New York: Windowsill Gardening Basics 
• SNAP-Ed New York: A World Full of Flavors for National Nutrition Month 
• SNAP-Ed New York: Tips for A Healthier Heart 
• SNAP-Ed New York: Set Goals for Your New Year