FreshRx is a produce prescription program that provides participants with cooking and nutrition classes, along with fresh produce from the farm.
FreshRx Class Info
Read the FAQs below for everything you need to know about the FreshRx program. If you’d like to enroll, click the button below and fill out the online registration form:
I’ve loved this program and learned so much! I feel like I can now take control of my health!
— Kailey, FreshRx graduate
How does it work?
Participating physicians can refer patients whose health could benefit from dietary changes, and prescribe them the FreshRx program. Physician referrals are not required, and Lynchburg Grows can also help people enroll .
Patients then contact Lynchburg Grows to enroll in a session of classes.
A nutrition educator teaches classes in nutrition and cooking.
Participants take home a bag of fresh, local produce after each class.
Participants may apply to our CSA Scholarship program. This program allows participants to continue receiving bags of fresh produce for the remainder of the growing season. Scholarships are awarded based on availability of funds.
Health data is gathered by medical professionals and through self-reporting to monitor progress.
What does it cost?
Nothing! There is NO COST to participants in the FreshRx program. Classes, food, and kitchen/cookware items are all provided for free, thanks to the generous support and collaboration from Centra, Virginia Cooperative Extension, and individual donors.
I just loved it! It really has helped me a lot knowing what to eat and how to read the nutritional information on food packages.
—Kay, FreshRx graduate
Where is it?
Most of the Lynchburg classes will be held at the Parkview Life Skills Institute. If transportation to classes is an issue, we supply participants with free bus passes.
For info about classes in the counties surrounding Lynchburg, call us! 434-846-5665
Lynchburg Site: Parkview Life Skills Institute, in the LOWER LEVEL of The Plaza, Lynchburg, VA 24501
FreshRx participants show off the cookware items they’re taking home with them on the last day of class.
Healthcare Providers:
If you are interested in becoming a participating healthcare provider in the program, please contact our Fresh RX coordinator, Susan, at susan@lynchburggrows.org
Patients:
If you have questions or need help enrolling in program, please call us: 434-846-5665
Or use the registration form below to sign up online.
