What type of meals does the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) focus on?

The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) primarily focuses on providing nutritionally balanced meals and snacks to support the health and development of children and adults in care settings. This program is designed to ensure that participants receive access to meals that meet specific dietary standards and nutritional guidelines. The emphasis on balanced meals helps to address nutritional needs and promotes healthy eating habits among vulnerable populations, particularly young children who are still developing.

Prepared meals for home delivery, fast food options, and low-cost food items for grocery stores do not align with the goals of the CACFP, which aims to enhance the quality of meals served in child and adult care programs. Instead, CACFP meals and snacks are tailored to be wholesome, contributing to the overall well-being of the participants and helping to prevent food insecurity and poor nutritional outcomes.