When food waste is a concern with extremely picky eaters, families need more support

Attune2Food in collaboration with Northwestern Counseling and Support Services were awarded $20,000 to address food insecurity and nutrition equity for children with medical and feeding challenges and their families in all Vermont counties except Chittenden. This initiative focuses on providing medically tailored meals and snacks to pediatric patients diagnosed with conditions such as PFD, ARFID, food allergies, and GI complexities. By improving access to nutritious foods and enhancing oral motor skills, the project aims to positively impact children’s overall health, including their neurological, immune, and digestive systems. Families participating in the program will receive support from qualified pediatric feeding therapists and dietitians, who will develop personalized food prescriptions to meet each child’s unique needs. The project also seeks to reduce mealtime stress and anxiety for both children and caregivers by increasing the variety of foods available and providing practical feeding solutions.

PLEASE NOTE: This grant opportunity was originally started in Franklin & Grand Isle Counties in Vermont, but is now being offered in ALL COUNTIES except Chittenden County, as grant funds need to be used by families in rural areas. FAMILIES CAN SELF REFER!

Community & Medical Providers: Watch this 12 minute video about the grant & how to refer families