With Maine listed as having the third-highest rate of food insecurity in the country, Maine Medical Center’s pediatrics unit is teaming up with the Preble Street Maine Hunger Initiative to help reduce that number.
The Hunger Vital Sign program connects patients with food options that they may not have otherwise, the hospital said.
“It’s really about empowering people to know that we know you love your children, you care for them and you want to provide for them,” said Michelle Lamm, with Preble Street. “We care about your children too, and we want to help you provide for them.”
