About
Nutrition education for older adults
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 for Temporary and Disability Assistance. These programs are overseen by a team of Registered Dietitians and experts who specialize in nutrition for older adults.
"What's Cooking With NYSOFA"
Learn more about our monthly SNAP-Ed cooking demonstration
NYSOFA's SNAP-Ed 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
Catch Upcoming Episodes on Our Facebook Page
Browse Our "What's Cooking" Playlist on YouTube for Archives
Browse “What’s Cooking” Playlist on YouTube for Archives with Spanish Subtitles
Watch: "What's Cooking With NYSOFA"
In the February edition of What's Cooking with NYSOFA, host Wendy Beckman prepares a health breakfast rice bowl! Get the recipe here: https://snapedny.org/2021/07/rice-bowl-breakfast-with-fruit-and-nuts/.
"Ask The Experts: Nutrition Edition"
Learn more about our monthly livestream conversation with nutrition experts
"Ask the Experts: Nutrition Edition" is a monthly, interactive conversation with nutrition experts that streams live on Facebook. The program, led by NYSOFA's SNAP-Ed team, features guests discussing a range of topics at the intersection of health and nutrition, answering your questions live through the Facebook chat.
When: Second Friday of Each Month at 1 p.m. on Facebook
Catch Upcoming Episodes on Our Facebook Page
Browse Our "Ask The Experts" Playlist on YouTube for Archives
Watch "Asks The Experts: Nutrition Edition"
In this installment of Ask the Experts: Nutrition Edition, SNAP-Ed Registered Dietitian Lisbeth Irish is joined by Meghan Young, a nutrition educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension. They discuss how we can reduce food waste by making thoughtful food choices, and also save time, save money and improve the quality of our diet.
SNAP-Ed E-News
Read Our Latest SNAP-Ed Newsletter Articles
- 5 Ways to Reduce Food Waste — for a Healthier Planet and a Healthier You (February 14, 2023)
- Sugar: Unwrapping Fact Vs. Fiction To Make Healthy Choices (January 12, 2023)
- Save Time, Save Money, and Eat Healthy with Comfort Foods (December 16, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed NY: How to Liven Up the Winter with Fruits and Vegetables (November 18, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: What You Can Do to Manage Your Risk of Diabetes (November 1, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Improve Your Diet with Mindful Eating (September 22, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Food is Fuel, Fill Up Thoughtfully! (September 1, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Hike To Stay Healthy During Parks and Recreation Month (June 14, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Celebrate Summer with NYS Fruit and Vegetables! (May 12, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Windowsill Gardening Basics (April 1, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: A World Full of Flavors for National Nutrition Month (March 1, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Tips for A Healthier Heart (February 1, 2022)
- SNAP-Ed New York: Set Goals for Your New Year (December 31, 2021)
Support
This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This institution is an equal opportunity provider.