By Kelsey No Runner
Did you know that in the month of January, over 1800 Siksika members required food support?
Food basket assistance from Siksika Health Services was initially started to help individuals who were on COVID-19 isolation in Siksika Nation. Since then, the program has grown to include supporting Siksika families who face food insecurity throughout the year.
The Siksika Food Centre needs your help. You can make a difference by donating non-perishable food items at the Siksika Trail Market checkout.
Some items that we accept are soup, pasta, soya sauce, rice, chips, candy, canned goods or gift cards to grocery stores.
However you choose to help, your generosity of food, funds or time can make life brighter for Siksikawa in need.
About Siksika Health Food and Nutrition Services
Siksika Health Food and Nutrition Services provides healthy food choices in a respectful and dignified way to Nation members. They support individuals to be able to feel empowered and have the capability to live a healthy life.
Did you know that in the month of January, over 1800 Siksika members required food support?
Food basket assistance from Siksika Health Services was initially started to help individuals who were on COVID-19 isolation in Siksika Nation. Since then, the program has grown to include supporting Siksika families who face food insecurity throughout the year.
The Siksika Food Centre needs your help. You can make a difference by donating non-perishable food items at the Siksika Trail Market checkout.
Some items that we accept are soup, pasta, soya sauce, rice, chips, candy, canned goods or gift cards to grocery stores.
However you choose to help, your generosity of food, funds or time can make life brighter for Siksikawa in need.
About Siksika Health Food and Nutrition Services
Siksika Health Food and Nutrition Services provides healthy food choices in a respectful and dignified way to Nation members. They support individuals to be able to feel empowered and have the capability to live a healthy life.
Leslie Steeves, Siksika Health Registered Dietician says that their team will continue to provide food support services to Siksika Nation members.
“There’s a sense of relief that comes with food and being able to share that with your family,” says Steeves.
“The clinical symptoms of anxiety are actually the same as the clinical symptoms of hunger so we help eradicate some of that hunger feeling and get people feeling a bit more connected and grounded during this crazy time.”
To learn more: visit https://siksikahealth.com/programs-services/food-nutrition-services/