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The Basic Shelf Experience: a comprehensive evaluation.

Judith A Dewolfe1, Gaye Greaves

  • 1Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington Health Unit, Kingston, ON.

Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research : a Publication of Dietitians of Canada = Revue Canadienne De La Pratique Et De La Recherche En Dietetique : Une Publication Des Dietetistes Du Canada
|June 27, 2003
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Summary

The Basic Shelf Experience program shows potential for improving food security among low-income individuals. Qualitative data suggest it helps participants utilize food resources and cope with poverty-related stress.

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Area of Science:

  • Community Nutrition
  • Food Security Studies
  • Socioeconomic Health Research

Background:

  • Limited income populations face significant challenges in food resource utilization and food security.
  • Poverty-associated stressors negatively impact food security and individual well-being.
  • The Basic Shelf Experience program was developed to address these issues through resource management and group support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the Basic Shelf Experience program.
  • To determine if the program enhances food resource utilization among low-income individuals.
  • To assess the program's impact on coping with poverty-associated stressors influencing food security.

Main Methods:

  • Mixed-methods approach combining quantitative (questionnaires) and qualitative (focus groups) data.

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  • Pre-program and post-program questionnaires assessing food access, security, and self-perception.
  • Three-month follow-up questionnaire and focus group to gather perceived changes attributed to the program.

    • Main Results:

    • Quantitative data analysis did not indicate that program objectives were met.
    • Qualitative data provided evidence that the program achieved its stated objectives.
    • Participant feedback suggested improvements in food resource management and coping strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • While quantitative results were inconclusive, qualitative findings suggest the Basic Shelf Experience program can positively impact food security.
    • Programs like Basic Shelf Experience may offer valuable support for low-income individuals seeking to improve food security.
    • Further research with larger sample sizes may be needed to validate quantitative findings.