Wakefield Food Pantry Releases Needs Survey

Press release from the Town of Wakefield:

WAKEFIELD, MA — The Wakefield Food Pantry is working hard to make sure that no one in the community goes hungry. To that end, they are conducting a study to learn about the need for food among residents and the barriers that prevent people from getting food, including money, transportation, or accessibility of food markets.

The study includes data review and interviews with the staff of local housing, education, and social service providers, but the missing piece is the voice of residents. To capture this information, the Food Pantry is conducting a survey for community members to share information about their ability to get the food they need.

To participate, you can access the survey online or find a paper copy at the Senior Center (30 Converse Street), Town Hall (1 Lafayette Street) or Library (345 Main Street). It should take less than five minutes to complete. All responses are confidential and anonymous and all are important to their work. If you have questions about the survey or are in need of food, contact Pantry staff at info@wakefieldfoodpantry.org or 781-245-2510.

The Wakefield Food Pantry is located on the lower level of the Americal Civic Center, located at 467 Main Street.

This press release was produced by the Town of Wakefield.The views expressed here are the author’s own.