Open Hand AtlantaNutrition Education
In addition to meals, many of Open Hand's clients receive tailored nutrition therapy, counseling, or classes for a full spectrum of care around their chronic illness.
Neighbors in need throughout Atlanta and across Georgia; medical professionals (for culinary medicine workshops)
From openhandatlanta.org/our-programs/nutrition-education ↗About this program
We are one of the largest community-based providers of nutrition education in the U.S. Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists and nutrition educators proudly serve neighbors in need throughout Atlanta and across Georgia. Open Hand RDNs have education in nutrition and dietetic and maintain national certification and a professional license in the state of Georgia.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves collaborative sessions with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Realistic short- and long-term goals are set for supporting a healthy lifestyle. Our RDNs then make recommendations that are not only evidence-based, but built based on each client's individual needs. Follow-up appointments provide the accountability needed to make positive changes.
Our team can provide a variety of education on various nutrition topics such as meal planning, mindful eating, and nutritious cooking. Presentations can be offered in a variety settings and to audiences across the socioeconomic spectrum, including SNAP-eligible communities, with or without a live cooking demonstration that provides samples for the audience.
These nutrition videos were created by a team of RDNs for our project titled, Georgians Receiving Insightful Telenutrition Seminars (GRITS). Each lesson and listed resources follow evidenced-based guidelines that are taught in a practical and fun way with topics geared to older adult nutrition.
Led by an Open Hand Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in partnership with CulVita Consulting LLC, join a unique continuing education opportunity! Learn how optimal nutrition relates to the prevention of disease in a variety of workshops. Each class includes educational materials and a spice blend to take home. These workshops are intended for medical professionals including: Dentists, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Physicians, Social Workers, Athletic Trainers, Case Managers, Dietitians, Chaplains, Students & other members of the healthcare team. Participants will have the opportunity to submit for CME/CE credits through Learner+.
Questions
Who provides the nutrition education?
Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists and nutrition educators proudly serve neighbors in need throughout Atlanta and across Georgia.
Which topics does Group Nutrition Education cover?
Our team can provide a variety of education on various nutrition topics such as meal planning, mindful eating, and nutritious cooking.
Who are the Culinary Medicine workshops intended for?
These workshops are intended for medical professionals including: Dentists, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Physicians, Social Workers, Athletic Trainers, Case Managers, Dietitians, Chaplains, Students & other members of the healthcare team.
Can participants earn continuing education credits?
Participants will have the opportunity to submit for CME/CE credits through Learner+.
Who should I contact with questions about the nutrition education programs?
If you have any questions about our nutrition education programs, contact our Nutrition Services Manager, Kristen Avera, via email.
Details
- Who
- Neighbors in need throughout Atlanta and across Georgia; medical professionals (for culinary medicine workshops)
- Where
- Atlanta and across Georgia
Run by
Our Meal DeliveryOpen Hand is one of the largest community-based providers of medically tailored meals in the U.S. Our medically tailored meals are prepared, cooked, and delivered in an effort to improve health outcomes.
Culinary Workforce DevelopmentOpen Hand's 11 week program prepares aspiring chefs and culinary professionals who are experiencing unemployment and underemployment for careers in the food service industry. Free of charge, the course gives apprentices the a full culinary school experience and more.Nutrition ResourcesOpen Hand believes in nutrition for all, which is why we're committed to providing the community access to critical resources in the name of health equity. Each of the following recipes are approved by our experienced team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.