OUR ELDERS LOVE WHEN WE MAKE THE BUFFALO DINNERS AND SOUP: TRADITIONAL FOODS AND TITLE VI NUTRITION PROGRAMS
2024
Traditional Foods in Title VI Nutrition Programs
Sample size: 290
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Traci Wilson
Primary Institution: USAging, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Hypothesis
How do Title VI nutrition programs incorporate traditional foods?
Conclusion
Title VI nutrition programs are exploring ways to include traditional foods while facing various challenges.
Supporting Evidence
- Title VI programs support the health and wellness of Native elders.
- Over 290 Title VI grantees represent more than 400 tribal nations.
- Programs provide culturally-relevant services to address health-related social needs.
Takeaway
This study looks at how programs that help Native elders provide traditional foods in their meals, which is important for their health and culture.
Methodology
Survey of Title VI directors about program funding, staffing, services, and unmet needs.
Limitations
The study is based on self-reported data from Title VI directors.
Participant Demographics
Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian elders.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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