Brad and Kim Paisley‘s The Store has unveiled a new partnership with Mental Health Cooperative. The partnership aims to fight food insecurity in a way that protects the dignity and well-being of the individuals and families MHC serves.
Through the partnership, MHC will be able to refer its consumers who are experiencing food insecurity to The Store, where they can shop for pantry staples, meat, dairy, fresh produce, household and hygiene items at no charge. The Store will also assist offer cooking classes, nutrition education and assistance navigating resources.
“At Mental Health Cooperative, we are committed to treating the whole person,” says MHC CEO Michelle Schafer. “Achieving mental well-being is impossible when you’re worried about where your next meal will be coming from. Partnering with The Store will help us restore our consumers’ peace of mind, reset their well-being and revive their spirits, by restoring their bodies.”
“At The Store, we believe that access to nutritious food is foundational to both physical and mental well-being,” adds Collen Mayer, CEO of The Store. “Our partnership with the Mental Health Cooperative reflects a shared understanding that when someone is seeking support for their mental health, they shouldn’t have to worry about how they’ll feed themselves or their family. Together, we’re providing more than food—we’re offering hope, dignity, and a path forward for our neighbors navigating some of life’s toughest challenges.”
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