Food Works Healthy Rx
Healthy Soil. Fresh Food. Healthier People. Stronger Communities.
Good health starts with good food.
Food Works supports individuals and families to enjoy healthier lives by making fresh, locally grown food more accessible. Through our Healthy Rx and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, we partner with healthcare providers, employers, and community organizations to deliver nutritious food directly to the people they serve.
Participants receive weekly shares of fresh, seasonal produce from Southern Illinois farmers, along with recipes and practical ideas for preparing healthy meals. Programs can be customized in length to meet each organization's needs and budget.
Two Ways to Bring Healthy Food to Your Community
Healthy Rx | Supporting Health Through Nutrition
Designed for healthcare organizations, Healthy Rx helps patients and families improve their access to fresh fruits and vegetables, develop healthier eating habits, and build confidence in preparing nutritious meals.
Workplace CSA | Employee Wellness Made Easy
Our workplace CSA makes healthy eating a convenient employee benefit. Fresh, locally grown food is delivered directly to the workplace, saving employees time while supporting their health and well-being. Employers can subsidize participation as part of their wellness programs, or employees can purchase shares directly. Optional additions, such as locally produced eggs and whole-grain bread, can provide even more variety.
Healthy Food Makes a Difference
Results from our most recent Healthy Rx program demonstrate the potential impact of increased access to fresh food:
72% of respondents ate fresh fruits and vegetables most days or every day at the end of the program, compared with just 11.5% at the beginning.
84% reported improvements in their energy level and/or overall mood.
96% said additional programs like Healthy Rx would make it easier to change their eating habits.
Bring Fresh Food to Your Organization
Whether you're a healthcare provider looking to support patient nutrition or an employer investing in employee wellness, Food Works can help you create a customized program that benefits individuals, families, and Southern Illinois farmers.
Let's grow a healthier community together.