Disaster Management and School Nutrition: A Qualitative Study of Emergency Feeding During the COVID-19 Pandemic

• 2021

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• Emily Vaterlaus Patten; Lori Spruance; J. Mitchell Vaterlaus; Mckenna Jones; Emma Beckstead
PMID: 33994141DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2021.04.012

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This study explored the experiences of school nutrition employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on their responses based on the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. The study involved 34 interviews with employees from different roles and regions. Findings revealed themes such as adapting to the crisis, prioritizing safety, gaining recognition for their work, and improving communication and accountability. The programs showed resilience and dedication to children, suggesting the importance of using disaster frameworks to enhance preparedness and address food insecurity in the future.

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Hazard: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Program Evaluation; School Health Services; Schools; United States; Qualitative Research; Meals; Food Assistance; COVID-19; SARS-CoV-2

Institutions: Brigham Young University; Montana State University

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