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Agency Networking NewsFebruary 2018NewsOCTOBER 2014Agency Advocacy CouncilFEBRUARY IS The question was raised:What is causing people to seek our services?The answers include: unemployment, poverty,low wages, a lack of proper health carecoverage (and potential cuts toMedicare/Medicare), a lack of affordablehousing, high cost of living (utilities),inadequate government support (SNAP, WIC,etc.), displacement due to natural disasters, and the “benefit cliff effect”.Most often the single greatest barrier to selfsufficiency for low-income individuals is the“benefits cliff effect.” Eligibility for work supportprograms such as Supplemental NutritionAssistance Program (SNAP) and Child CareDevelopment Fund (CCDF) are based onincome. Generally, eligibility for these programsis below 200% of the FPG, with benefitsphasing out as earnings increase. Theunintended consequence of this design eitherleads to a disincentive towards economicmobility, or leads to a situation in which theparent or guardian is working harder, but isfinancially worse off.To engage our elected officials in a muchneeded dialogue regarding this issue tohopefully, bring sustainable policy andregulatory solutions, please join the AgencyAdvocacy Council of LI Cares.Contact: Michael Haynes; Chief GovernmentAffairs Officer @ mhaynes@licares.orgFebruary 14 - Valentine’s DayFebruary 19 - President’s Day(Long Island Cares will be closed)Resources for Mental Health CareMental Health Association of Nassau16 Main St., Hempstead, NY 11550516-489-2322Helpline: 516-504-4357www.mhanc.orgMental Health Association of Suffolk199 N. Wellwood Ave., Ste. 4Lindenhurst, NY 11757631-226-3900www.mhasuffolk.orgAssociation for Mental Health and Wellness939 Johnson Ave., Ronkonkoma, NY 11779(631) 471-7242Single Point of Access (SPOA) 631-231-3562Nassau County Dept. of Mental Health516-227-7057Suffolk County Dept. of Mental Health631-853-7300Agency Networking News 1Long Island Cares, Inc.-The Harry Chapin Food BankThis publication was funded in whole or in part with N.Y.S. Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP)funds and the results are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and may not reflect the views of the Department.

New Agency / New Personnel Orientation9:45 am – 12:00 noonWednesday, February 28Monday, April 2*Required workshop for all potential member agencies**Recommended for new personnel at member agencies*Training Room @ 10 Davids Drive; Hauppauge, NY 11788RSVP: Liliane @ 631-582-3663 x111 orUse our Workshop Registration Form on the last page.PLEASE NOTE: THE CIVIL RIGHTS TRAINING WILL BE ADDED TO ALL WORKSHOPSIn order to maintain eligibility for TEFAP, all recipient agencies must:1. Display the “And Justice for All” poster in plain sight. If you need a poster, pleasecontact Michele: 631-582-3663 ext. 134.2. Distribute the new Written Notice of Beneficiary Rights to all regular clients as they fillout the Universal Entitlement Form. For one-time only clients, it is acceptable to explainthese rights and show the displayed Notice. (NEW)3. Attend an annual Civil Rights training. Trainings are added to all regularly scheduledworkshops.4. Food Pantries ONLY – must have clients sign the Universal Entitlement form.This form is for your use only. Do not send it back to LI Cares.5. Retain delivery records/universal entitlement forms for a minimum of 4 years.Timely Reminders!Running low on funding? Please contact Pete Braglia at pbraglia@licares.orgbefore placing your order. Remember – plan your grant spending wisely –allocations cannot always be given.Have you stocked your pet pantry lately? Look at all the petproducts available at no fee on our Donated Menu.Our Warehouse is reminding all agencies that pick up to please be on time for your scheduledpick up. If you cannot make it, please call to reschedule. Call the order lines: 631-435-0460to reschedule.Agency Networking News 2Long Island Cares, Inc.-The Harry Chapin Food BankThis publication was funded in whole or in part with N.Y.S. Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP)funds and the results are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and may not reflect the views of the Department.

Whole Grains and Your Heart Just the FactsFebruary February is a good month to think of heart health. Oneway to do that is to make sure you have enough fiberin your diet. Dietary fiber can come in many forms;one being whole grains.Dietary fiber may help improve blood cholesterollevels, lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, obesityand type 2 diabetes.Dietary fiber can make you feel full, so you may eatfewer calories.Including whole grains in your diet plan may help youreach or manage a healthy weight. Info taken from American Heart Association lthyEating/HealthyDietGoals/Whole-Grains-andFiber UCM 303249 Article.jsp#.WlfHS49SyM8Pasta with BeansIngredients2 tablespoons vegetable oil3 minced garlic cloves1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes1 chopped head escarole2 cups cooked red kidney beans2 cups (whole wheat) pasta shells, cooked and drainedSalt and pepper to tasteChoose whole grain foods that containone of the following ingredients first onthe label’s ingredient list:Whole WheatWhole OatsBrown RiceWild RiceWhole Grain CornPopcornWhole RyeWhole Grain Barley or BulgurQuinoaVisit our website at www.jsyfruitveggies.org for more great recipes!COOK TOGETHER. EAT TOGETHER. TALK TOGETHER. MAKE MEALTIME A FAMILY TIME.To schedule a FREE nutrition education workshop for your clients with the Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables program, contactDana John-Goodrich MPH, RD at 631-582-3663 ext.133This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-SNAP. The SNAP program, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program (FSP) inNew York, provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet. Whitten Building, 1400 IndependenceAvenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). To find out more, contact: 1-800- 342-3009 or go to: myBenefits.ny.gov. USDA is anequal opportunity provider and employer. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture’s policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminatingon the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs or disability.To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director of Civil Rights, Room 326-WAgency Networking News 3Long Island Cares, Inc.-The Harry Chapin Food BankThis publication was funded in whole or in part with N.Y.S. Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP)funds and the results are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and may not reflect the views of the Department.

NUTRITION NUDGESBy Laura Lynn Iacono MS, RDNLI Cares Nutrition Resource ManagerPlay our Food Bank Nutrition Game!"NUTRI-FOODIE LOTTO Is back"Answer to win! Email your answer to the trivia question below to Laura Lynnlliacono@licares.org. The first correct e-mail answer received wins a scratch-offlottery ticket so basically we’re giving you a prize with the possibility of winning aneven bigger prize! Wow, think of all the people you can help!Question of the month:Oatmeal, Salmon, Walnuts and Berries are all foods that are specifically known to begood to eat for which part of your body?.(A)Stomach(B) Fingers(C) Heart(D) EyesSend your answers to me in an email: lliacono@licares.orgAgency Networking News 4Long Island Cares, Inc.-The Harry Chapin Food BankThis publication was funded in whole or in part with N.Y.S. Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP)funds and the results are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and may not reflect the views of the Department.

Best Heart-Healthy items to purchase and/or request as donationsto your Food Pantry, Soup Kitchen or Shelter Hunger and obesity are often two sides of the same coin. People who have low incomes andwho rely on food assistance also tend to be at a higher risk for diet-related diseases. This isnot a group that can afford to eat un-healthfully, especially if their financial situationprevents them from getting all of the proper medical care they need. So where does thatleave you, an emergency food provider as someone who wants to help? While foodassistance doesn't address the root causes of hunger or poverty, emergency food programsthat prioritize health, rather than undermine it, are of utmost importance when times aretough. This is especially true for children, who depend on the right mix of nutrients to helpthem learn and grow. In recognition of National Hearth Month, here are some heart healthyfood item suggestions for purchase or donation that can help ensure that your food serviceto a family in need is making a positive impact:Products listed below can be labeled “heart healthy” or“with no added salt” and/or “low in saturated fat” Whole-wheat tortillasWhole corn tortillasBrown basmati or brown jasmine riceBlack riceChia, flax seeds and unsalted nuts and nut buttersWhole-wheat naanDon’t forget toWhole-wheat pita breadregister for our heartWhole-grain low salt crackershealthy “Soup it Up!”Whole-grain gritsCookstock WorkshopCanned salmonon 2-14-18 fromLow salt or no salt dry soup mixes2:00 PM-4:00 PMCream of Wheat cerealin our HauppaugeBrown ricekitchen Studio.Plain oatmealWhole-grain pastaWhole-grain breakfast cereals (especially ones lower in sugar & fat)Granola bars (especially ones without too much sugar)Whole-grain gritsQuinoa (or other whole grains, like bulgur, barley or farro)Whole-wheat flourlow salt vegetables and vegetable soupsno sugar added canned fruits in 100% juiceAgency Networking News 5Long Island Cares, Inc.-The Harry Chapin Food BankThis publication was funded in whole or in part with N.Y.S. Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP)funds and the results are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and may not reflect the views of the Department.