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National Platform for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Community

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#CACFP Best Practice: Incorporate seasonal and locally-produced foods into meals.

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Receiving balanced, adequate nutrition through programs like the #CACFP can reduce the risk of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases in childhood. This #AmericanDiabetesMonth, learn how early intervention supports good health for children: https://t.co/mbssOnChbx

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Want to serve summer food through SUN Meals (SFSP) but don't know where to start? Join us for the Summer Meals Summit on December 5. This event is FREE for NCA members and just $69 for non-members.

Register: https://t.co/PYytHX0ClR

Learn more: https://t.co/sHSix0gQY6

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#CACFP Meal Pattern Reminder: Pureed fruits credit as juice when served in a smoothie.

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Next week's free webinar on Winter Wellness is all about immune-supporting foods and activities. Join us on Zoom on November 14 to get prepared for cold and flu season!  Register today: https://t.co/kEhEHunhYp

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Did you know that approximately 25,000 children and young adults are living in homeless shelters in the United States. For #HungerAndHomelessnessAwarenessWeek, we want to bring attention to the great work emergency shelters are doing.

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Get creative and learn how to develop your own DIY seasoning blends and what food pairs well with certain herbs and spices with this session at the #CACFP Menu Planning Boot Camp. Today is the last day for standard registration, so save your spot today: https://t.co/LxgVXjTU77

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Snack Attack! Try out these #CACFPCreditable snack combinations when you plan your next grocery trip:

Banana and yogurt
Applesauce and crackers
Blueberries and pretzels
Pineapple smoothie
Sliced grapes and cheese stick

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The number of young children with Type 1 diabetes has increased significantly over the years, and care is especially complicated. This webinar on November 12 explores strategies for administrators, ECE professionals and school nurses: https://t.co/2UeYX7CHTH

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Discover how to identify the health and environmental benefits of eating and serving more plant-based foods in this session at our upcoming #CACFP Menu Planning Boot Camp. Early registration is ongoing through Nov 6, so save your spot today!

Register: https://t.co/LxgVXjTU77

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#TakeActionTuesday Food and labor costs continue to rise and #CACFP reimbursement isn't covering enough. Ask your elected official to help you continue to serve nutritious meals. Take Action: https://t.co/fV7M7IjGG6

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Your hard work and dedication to the children you serve does not go unnoticed! We would like to take this #MotivationMonday to thank you for doing something that truly makes a difference in the world 💓

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Learn how to convert your child care center or family child care home into a fortress of wellness by adding delicious recipes to your menu and fun games to keep young bodies in top working order with next month's free webinar.

Register today: https://t.co/kEhEHunhYp

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What's on our plate? How about some #CACFPCreditable Pumpkin Pancakes, a perfect way to start an autumn morning! Check out this social media toolkit from our friends at @MyPlate, so you can participate in sharing #WhatsOnMyPlate: https://t.co/chAgc8Jl54

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In the kitchen, efficiency is a key to success. Discover strategies to optimize your kitchen workflow and unleash your inner chef with this session at the #CACFP Menu Planning Boot Camp in November.

Register: https://t.co/LxgVXjTU77

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#TakeActionTuesday The outdated tiering system has caused a continuous and accelerating decline in family child care home participation in the #CACFP. Ask Congress to support small child care businesses. Take Action: https://t.co/fV7M7Ij8Qy

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#CACFP Meal Pattern Reminder: Fluid milk may be offered as one of the two required meal components at snack. However, the other required meal component must not be a beverage.

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Cut the added sugar without cutting the fun! Discover how to turn the upcoming holidays into a #CACFPCreditable Festive Feast with our free webinar next Thursday, October 24. Register today: https://t.co/kFLlK2Oeof

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Have you heard?? Registration for #NCNC25 is now open! 

Save your spot: https://t.co/sRgyGI62eF

Learn more: https://t.co/HLUyfKoxbl

View the brochure: https://t.co/pJ0W2BlnQl

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We know that every penny counts at child care centers and family child care homes. Discover the secrets to stretching your dollars with Best Practices for Budgeting for Meals & Snacks at our #CACFP Menu Planning Boot Camp. 

Register today: https://t.co/LxgVXjTU77