York Region Food NetworkFOOD FOR HEALTH - FOOD FOR ALLFood security is defined as a situation in which all people obtain a safe, culturally acceptable, nutritionally adequate diet through a sustainable food system that maximizes self-reliance and social justice. (Hamm and Bellows, J Nutr Educ Behav. 2003; 35:27-43)Food Insecurity: the inadequate or insecure access to adequate food due to financial constraints.Tarasuk, V, Mitchell, A, Dachner, N. Research to identify policy options to reduce food insecurity (PROOF). (2013). Household food insecurity in Canada 2011.
Catulpa Community Support Services is a non-profit, community-based service agency supporting people and families.
Our services include
Supports for children and adults who have developmental disabilities
Supports for children with physical disabilities
WrapAround services for people and families
Resource Teacher Program
MotherCare and CAPC programs to promote healthy development of pregnancies and children
Crisis Response for people with a dual diagnosis
Regional supports and intensive Service Coordination for children with complex special needs
Catulpa Community Support Services' philosophy is to provide support to families and people through partnership. We are dedicated to providing services and programs that respond to the social, emotional, developmental and community needs of children, youth, adults and families.