Fulfill and Parker Family Health Center have expanded their partnership with the launch of the Vital Bites Program, a new pilot program to ensure fasting patients leave Parker Family Health Center with nutritious breakfast or snack items following blood work.
The need for the Vital Bites Program was apparent when Center clinicians noted not all patients are able to buy food to refuel after fasting for blood work, which can lead to adverse effects including dizziness and fainting. Center dieticians and clinicians devised a plan for nutritious grab-and-go food items supplied by Fulfill that are appropriate for all patients, including those managing hypertension and diabetes. Since the launch of the program in November 2024, over 280 people have been served.
In addition to the Vital Bites Program, Parker hosts Fulfill’s mobile pantry program for monthly food distribution.
For more information about Vital Bites, read here or email Janelle Garcia at jgarcia@fulfillnj.org.