January 09, 2026
This month, we hosted a special spotlight presentation by Carrie Richerson from Leah’s Pantry. In the presentation, she discussed trauma-informed strategies for nutrition wellness and mental health. Topics of focus included the important connection between nutrition and mental health and how the six Trauma-Informed principles from SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency) can be used to create more welcoming and nourishing community food programs.