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Our Approach

We fulfill our mission through a unique combination of work that targets individuals and families, as well as the environment in which we live, work, and learn. Our goals are to reduce risk for injury and prevent disease, to help those living with chronic conditions successfully manage their health and to promote wellness.

Direct Service

Trained health educators, community health workers, case managers, and patient navigators work directly with individuals and families in their own communities.

Capacity Building

In-person and virtual training, technical assistance, curriculum development, academic-community partnerships, and other services can help to strengthen organizations.

Policy and Systems Change

Support with development and implementation of policies and practices can enable healthy behaviors.

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Departments

Departments

HPC

The Nutrition and Active Living Department provides training and technical assistance services for Philadelphia-area family shelters in accordance with the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program guidance.

These services include: menu development according to federal and City of Philadelphia Nutrition Standards, biannual culinary and nutrition trainings for food service staff, individualized training and technical assistance for food service staff, and ServSafe® certification training. Additionally, Health Promotion Council serves as the administrative entity to issue all monetary reimbursement and incentives to designated shelter providers that are compliant with the program in accordance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program contract.

 

Partners:

* Kirkbride – Families Forward 

* Lutheran Settlement House – Jane Addams Place

* Darlene Morris Love & Care

* Episcopal Community Services – St. Barnabas Mission

* Resources for Human Development – Woodstock Family Center

* Stenton Family Manor