Healthy Food Program

How does the program work?
Once you are enrolled in the program, you will complete an intake assessment and schedule your first nutrition coaching session with a NourishedRx registered dietitian. You will receive your first healthy home-delivered meals after completing your intake assessment, and will continue to receive food for 8 weeks. You will engage in nutrition coaching sessions with a NourishedRx registered dietitian and you will have additional support from a NourishedRx wellness associate for 12 weeks.

How will I work with the registered dietitian?
You will meet with the registered dietitian telephonically on an ongoing basis over a 12 week period. The registered dietitian will work with you to understand your health, motivations, and challenges, and take you through an education curriculum tailored to your needs and goals. The registered dietitian will facilitate balanced and nutrient-rich home-delivered food on your behalf, accounting for your dietary restrictions, food preferences, and feedback on previous deliveries.

How will I work with the wellness associate?
Your wellness associate will help you with enrollment and continued engagement in the program, answer any questions you might have about the program, encourage and motivate you throughout the program, and help connect you to national or community-based resources that might be helpful to you.

What types of food will I receive?
You will receive 8 weeks of healthy prepared meals. The food will be tailored to your dietary needs and preferences. Your registered dietitian will facilitate food delivery on your behalf.

When does the program enrollment period end?
Participation for this program is limited. The enrollment period is open from May 2024 until the program reaches capacity.

How long does the program last?
After you enroll in the program, you will receive food for 8 weeks, receive support from a dietitian and wellness associate for 12 weeks, and have access to online resources for 12 weeks.

Can I re-enroll after I’ve completed the program?
No - you are eligible to participate one time.

Is the food actually free?
Yes, the combination of healthy food and nutrition and resources support are offered at no additional cost to you.

When will I begin receiving the food?
You will receive your first healthy home-delivered food after completing your intake assessment, and will continue to receive food for 8 weeks. You will receive order and delivery notifications for each food order.

Can I order my own food?
No - you can provide input and feedback on the food you receive, but your registered dietitian will carefully select balanced and nutrient-rich food on your behalf.

Where does the food come from?
NourishedRx partners with a variety of food suppliers, including national and local suppliers, to deliver healthy meals and groceries.

What if I don’t like the food?
You will have an opportunity to rate the food you receive throughout the program through surveys, and you can also share feedback with your registered dietitian and wellness associate. The registered dietitian you work with will incorporate your feedback into future food deliveries to best meet your needs and preferences.

How will I know when the food will be delivered?
You will receive food order and delivery notifications through email, text, phone, and/or the NourishedRx app - whichever you prefer.

Why was I selected for this program?
Maintaining a healthy diet is a key to living well with diabetes. We know it can sometimes be challenging to consistently access and eat healthy foods, while maintaining other aspects of your life and health. This program is designed to support healthy eating and healthy living to improve confidence and quality of life with diabetes.

What if my neighbor or spouse is interested?
Only members who are eligible to receive this meal benefit through their health plan are eligible for the program.

Who can I call if I have questions about the program?
You can call NourishedRx at 855-225-7775.