Figure 5.

Recommendations for improving access to healthy food and food assistance made by food-insecure emerging adult participants in the COVID-19 Eating and Activity over Time interview study from July to October 2020.

•Broadly distribute information about food pantries and free meal programs (posted flyers, social media, e-mail, mail). •Allow food pantry clients to visit as often as every 2 weeks, sign up for appointments, or request food deliveries. •Expand eligibility for federal food assistance to address the diverse life situations of emerging adults (eg, full-time enrollment in postsecondary studies, providing child care for young children). •Provide more time options for picking up food from school meal programs or offer deliveries and ensure communication of opportunities to families. •Continue to maintain strong protocols for physical distancing and ensuring client safety at food pantries and distribution sites. •Provide more fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats at food pantries and distribution sites.