Food access

Live Well Omaha is the long-term collaborative effort of individuals and organizations representing multiple sectors (including elected officials from all levels of government, schools, health care professionals, faith-based and community-based organizations and private sector companies) who share a vision to improve the overall health of area residents and position Omaha as a thriving community well into the future. It provides current community health data, acts as a catalyst and convener around community health issues, and, through its collaborating partners, facilitates infrastructure and policy to sustain an ever-healthier community

Candor is the peach capital of North Carolina. Decades ago, the small town was a booming pit stop for travelers on their way to Myrtle Beach.

Today, Candor's vitality is diminished. Its only grocery store closed down more than 10 years ago. Residents are forced to travel to nearby towns for healthy food.

Some believe resident's lack of access to healthy food is related to Candor's high rate of childhood obesity--it's higher than the state and national averages.

This would paint a bleak picture if it weren't for the efforts of residents who want to make Candor a better place to eat and live. These community members see a town ripe for change.

This is their story.

This annotated advocacy resource guide offers several tools and instruments that help organizations, communities and individuals aid enhancing citizen advocacy.