Participants sought for Eat Well Volunteers Program, Ellsworth American reports
The Ellsworth American reported the University of Maine Cooperative Extension is seeking participants for its Eat Well Volunteers Program in Hancock County. Volunteers will be trained to teach clients of food pantries and community meal sites about food preparation and safety, as well as nutrition. The hands-on volunteer training consists of four weekly sessions beginning June 6 at the Hancock County Extension Office. After completing the training, participants will provide 30 hours of volunteer service conducting lessons with clients at a local food pantry or community meal site. The deadline to apply is June 2. More information is available by calling 667.8212 or emailing sue.baez@maine.edu.