AtlantiCare healthcare system launched a grocery store on wheels that brings fresh produce and pantry staples to families in New Jersey.
In an effort to fight food insecurity, the AtlantiCare healthcare system is bringing a mobile grocery store to South Jersey neighborhoods in need Atlantic City is the second worst city in the state of New Jersey when it comes to access to fresh, healthy foods, according to information shared by theWith a new community mobile market – think, a grocery store on wheels – the healthcare system is bringing fresh and healthy foods to communities that need them the most.
The market is all a part of the healthcare center's effort to not only address food insecurity but also help to improve community members' well-being."This program underscores our commitment to addressing food insecurity and promoting healthier communities,” said Michael J. Charlton, president and CEO, AtlantiCare. “By bringing fresh, nutritious, affordable food directly to those who need it most, we are taking a significant step toward improving the overall health of our region.
All food items will be available at below-average market prices, which was done to make items affordable for all residents, AtlantiCare officials said. The new vehicle was unveiled during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Atlantic Cape Community College's Atlantic City campus. The event allowed community members to become some of the first to experience the benefits of the mobile market.It will be available at two locations: The Baltic Plaza Apartments from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m. at Atlantic Cape Community College's Atlantic City campus starting on June 26, 2024.
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