Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** the m & aacute; s verduras (more…

Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** the m & aacute; s verduras (more vegetables) program will take place in the south bronx. Patients at our healthcare partner, urban health plan, who have uncontrolled diabetes, receive medicare, and screen positive for food insecurity will be referred into the program. Participants will get $100 per month for 12 months if their household is 1-2 people and $150 per month for 12 months if their household is 3 plus people. Once enrolled in the program, participants will receive a card, supplied and programmed by a USDA-recommended vendor, to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at local grocery stores in NYC. Participants will also meet with an assigned community coordinator monthly to discuss any issues they are having with their benefits. Participants will also have the chance to participate in diabetes self-management education and support (dsmes) classes. Effectiveness will be measured through pre/post participation surveys, clinical data, and medical claims data.