Lake Region Healthcare - Lake Region Takes Root

What is it?

Through the Lake Region Takes Root project, Lake Region Healthcare and community partners have established a community garden on a 1.5-acre lot. The garden grows fruits and vegetables for families who have difficulty accessing healthy foods. It also educates the community about nutrient-dense foods, various growing methodologies and irrigation practices. For more information, please visit the website.

Who is it for?

Families in the Lake Region area who have difficulty accessing affordable fresh produce. Currently, WIC families, local food shelves and shelters are the main distribution points.

Why do they do it?

The 2012 community health needs assessment identified access to affordable fresh fruits and vegetables as a concern for some families.

Impact

In 2013, the garden harvested and donated more than 1,600 pounds of produce to community food pantries and organizations, helping more than 300 families and more than 1,000 individuals.

Contact: Katie Johnson
Vice President, Marketing & Communications
Telephone: 218-736-8193
Email: kjohnson@lrhc.org