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  • Nutrition Science
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Food and nutrition insecurity (FNI) presents a significant challenge for families, particularly those engaged with early childhood programs.
  • Understanding the perspectives of both families and program staff is crucial for effective intervention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore Head Start (HS) families' and employees' experiences with FNI.
  • To identify how HS programs currently address FNI within families.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted four virtual focus groups with 27 Head Start employees and family participants.
  • Employed a qualitative analysis approach using iterative inductive and deductive methods.

Main Results:

  • A conceptual framework highlighted the utility of HS's two-generational strategy in tackling multilevel factors of FNI.
  • The family advocate role was identified as essential for intervention.
  • Recommendations included enhancing access to nutritious foods alongside skills and education to combat generational unhealthy behaviors.

Conclusions:

  • Head Start (HS) interventions disrupt generational FNI cycles via family advocates, promoting two-generational health.
  • The HS model offers a replicable structure for other programs targeting underserved children to maximize FNI impact.