Eat Smart New York

Welcome to the Eat Smart New York website for Livingston County

Eat Smart NY!, also called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education (SNAP-Ed) program, is a free and confidential program offered to individuals and families in the county. A trained Community Nutrition Educator works directly with participants using hands-on activities that help build basic skills and confidence in making good choices for a healthy lifestyle and financial well-being. Educators can meet with you personally in the comfort of your own home, or can provide information in small group settings.

Depending on your needs, a minimum of six topics will be covered focusing on one or more of the following areas:

• Healthy Eating
  • Increasing the amount of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in your diet while decreasing the amount of fat, cholesterol, salt, and/or sugar.
• Balancing Work/School & Family
  • Fixing meals that fit into your busy lifestyle, encouraging children to try new foods, and more.
• Food Safety
  • Safe selection, storage, and preparation of foods.
• Food Shopping & Budgeting
  • Shopping tips to save time and money, establishing a household spending plan, and more.

To sign-up for ESNY, call (585) 658-3250 and talk with a nutrition educator.

Learn more about:
ESNY Impact in Livingston County
ESNY Impact in New York State
Applying for Food Stamps (SNAP Benefits)
Nutrition Guidelines

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We offer this program through funding provided by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP, and in cooperation with New York State’s Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (NYSOTDA). The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet. To find out more, contact the Livingston County Department of Social Services or visit the link below to see if you are eligible for assistance. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs or disability.