We are pleased to announce that Cooper is partnering with Rancocas Creek Farm to bring our patients and team members a fresh and convenient way to enjoy healthy foods through our new Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. This initiative is a significant step towards addressing the food accessibility challenges faced by our community, particularly in the City of Camden.
The CSA program allows us to secure 50 weekly “shares” of fresh, locally-sourced produce to benefit our patients and team members. Thanks to grant funding, we’ve secured 25 shares for patients facing food accessibility challenges.
Additional shares will be made available to 25 Cooper team members at an affordable cost. As a participant, you will receive a box filled with the freshest farm-to-table produce, thoughtfully selected for you and your family’s enjoyment.
Program Details:
- Limited Availability: We are launching this pilot program for the summer and it’s open to 25 Cooper team members on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Pricing: Each produce box is priced at $31.47 per week. A payroll deduction option will be available to make payments hassle-free.
- Duration: The program runs for 21 weeks. Participants are expected to commit to the entire duration.
- Variety of Produce: The contents of the boxes will change weekly, reflecting the diversity of the growing season.
- Serving Size: Each box is designed to provide enough produce for two to four people for a week.
Program Schedule:
- Start Date: The program kicks off on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
- Pickup: Every Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the 5th floor of the Sheridan Pavilion. If you’re unable to pick up your box, you may designate someone to collect it on your behalf.
In addition to the direct benefits of the CSA program, our team member pilot will play a crucial role in assessing and shaping future programming, ensuring that we continue to meet the evolving health and nutritional needs of our community.
If you’re interested in joining this fresh new approach to health, please contact wybinow-sherreice@CooperHealth.edu.