Building Access to Food Through Systems and Solidarity (BASIS): A Subsidized and Culturally-adapted Produce Box Program for Immigrant Communities of Brooklyn, NY
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The goal of this study is to improve diet and social cohesion among Chinese American families living in New York City (NYC) through a program that provides whole grains and legumes, builds ethnic identity, and fosters family resilience. The study ultimately aims to leverage this program to address cardiometabolic disease disparities in a culturally meaningful way.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults aged 18-90 years 2. Self-identify as Chinese or Chinese American 3. Caretaker or parent of at least one child who lives with them between the ages of 2-6 years 4. Willing and able to provide written consent 5. Comfortable speaking English, Cantonese, or Mandarin; reading in English or simplified or traditional Chinese 6. Can travel to CPC site for box pick-up monthly Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Individuals who don't meet the eligibility criteria