About the Collaborative

The Idaho Produce Prescription Collaborative (IdPPC) gathers healthcare professionals and others concerned with leveraging produce prescription programs to help lessen the burden of nutrition-related diseases on Idahoans.

The IdPPC takes inspiration and guidance from the National Produce Prescription Collaborative.

At quarterly meetings, members learn about best practices and share stories about the successes of Produce Prescription Programs throught Idaho. In addition, informaion on both national and state policies about these programs is shared.

Interested in Joining?

Review the membership details to learn more about participation in the IdPPC. Coalition. Email info@idahohunger.org to join this valuable networking group.

Past Meeting Topics

Apr 16, 2024. St. Luke’s Health Partners RxFFV Program, treasure valley

• Dr. Alejandro Necochea - Medical Director at St. Luke’s Health Partners. Born in Lima, Peru, Dr. Necochea attended Yale School of Medicine and trained in Preventive Medicine at Johns Hopkins University, where he also received a master’s in public health. Among other things, in his current role, he fosters ties with community partners to address the social determinants of health.

• Nicole Harper - Community Health Worker with St. Luke’s Health Partners. Ms. Harper began her career at St. Luke’s Health Partners 7 years ago as an administrative specialist. After obtaining her bachelor’s degree in business from Boise State University, she moved into the role of outreach coordinator on the Care Management team and continues to oversee the Rx for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables program.

Jan 16, 2024. Leveraging Policy Advocacy to Spur Healthcare Innovation

• Brent Ling - Director of External Affairs at Wholesome Wave. As a vocal advocate, Mr. lobbies for weaving health considerations in all relevant policies. A longtime resident of the District of Columbia, Brent graduated from the Johns Hopkins and Indiana University Schools of Public Health. He has been published in leading academic journals on topics of health and policymaker engagement.