Unfortunately, many in our community go to bed hungry. Thanks to the support of the Food Bank of Northern Nevada and other local partners, Renown’s food pantry is helping meet the food needs of homeless and low-income individuals in our community. Patients who qualify for the “Food is Medicine Prescription” can receive a bag of food for themselves and each member of their immediate family every week through a free assistance program. This project started last year when Renown began giving food support to hospital and emergency room patients who expressed the need. Food is also given out at the Healthcare Center, which provides affordable access to care for anyone in our community. Those who receive care at the Healthcare Center are also eligible for food assistance.
Working Alongside the Community
After receiving food deliveries from the Food Bank of Northern Nevada, Renown’s community health team collects an assortment of fresh produce, donated from local grocery stores and other community organizations. Then they put together one bag for each family filled with healthy foods, such as:
Whole grain cereals
Shelf stable milk
Kid-friendly snacks (granola bars, popcorn, graham crackers
Proteins (low-salt soups, stews, peanut butter)
Seasonal produce
Food is Medicine Prescriptions Continue Amidst the Pandemic
Throughout the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, Renown’s community health workers have been working remotely. They continue to reach out to patients who need groceries from the Food is Medicine Prescription program. With this in mind, the food pantry staff is currently coordinating outpatient deliveries to those with a Food is Medicine Prescription. At present, Renown is working to get more refrigeration, shelving and staffing to expand the service to more Renown Medical Group patients in need of food.
Celebrating Blood Sugar Balance This Holiday Season
Caring for your health is one of the most meaningful commitments you can make, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Renown Health, we keep diabetes awareness and support at the forefront all year long to help patients feel informed, empowered and cared for. Approximately 37 million Americans, including 270,000 Nevadans, have been diagnosed with diabetes, and about 95% are living with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Show up to any holiday gathering with this scrumptious cranberry-orange compote in hand, and you’ll look like the person who absolutely has their life together. Bright, tangy, and naturally sweetened, it’s a fresh (and easy) take on a holiday classic—perfect for adding a pop of color and citrusy zing to the table.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. We spoke with Renown Health experts and local domestic violence prevention organizations who gave us a deeper look into understanding the warning signs of abuse and the many proactive and reactive resources in our community that you can reach out to today.
