JUMPSTARTS

What's a Jumpstart?

If you're someone who needs support to make changes to your diet and lifestyle, then the jumpstart experience is for you!

Building off of the jumpstart model developed by PlantPure Communities, these intensive programs lasting from 10 days to a full month are designed to support a cohort of people to make a complete dietary transition. They provide nutrition education, mentorship, meal preparation demonstrations, and sometimes even meals. Where possible, before-and-after biometric measurements are taken to show improvements to weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and more. 

To learn more about these programs, please watch Nelson Campbell's documentary Plant Pure Nation, or watch this short clip from the movie summarizing one example of a jumpstart experience.

21-Day Plant-Powered Jumpstart in Manhattan

January 17, 2020
Plant Powered Metro New York and Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan have opened registration for our next 21-Day Plant-Powered Jumpstart program, a community-based wellness project that holistically supports community members in diving into a healthy plant-based lifestyle, learning new skills and habits, and demonstrating real health impact. The 21 days will begin Sunday, February 23, and the program concludes on Sunday, March 15.

The jumpstart program includes:
  • Nutrition education with local plant-based clinicians
  • Clear dietary instructions with pantry planning tips and recipes
  • Cooking classes in the JCC culinary center, plus farmers' market and grocery shopping tours
  • Basic before-and-after biometric testing
  • Medical oversight by a licensed physician, Caroline Hartridge, DO
  • Mentorship provided by passionate individuals who are living a whole food, plant-based lifestyle and knowledgeable about healthy eating
Registration is now closed. We hope to announce a future jumpstart in the weeks ahead!

10-Day Jumpstart with SOMOS Community Care

January 6, 2020
Plant Powered Metro New York is partnering with SOMOS Community Care to offer 10-day jumpstart programs for English- and Spanish-speaking Medicaid patients. Frozen meals and pantry supplies are provided, and PPMNY offers coaching support to participants for a full month. This month, SOMOS will offer two programs:
  • Beginning Wednesday, January 15th at Ola Pediatrics in Kingsbridge (West Bronx)
  • Beginning Tuesday, January 28th at Boston Road Pediatrics in Claremont Village (South Bronx) 
For details and to enroll in this FREE program, please contact Nathel Hernandez at nhernandez@somoscommunitycare.org.

Testimonials

PPMNY mentor with participantPPMNY mentor Enrica Sacca with a JCC jumpstart participant, February 2019
"I really enjoyed your program because it provided all the tools to make a transition to a healthier lifestyle. The great support, education, wonderful cooking classes  all made a big difference. It really works. I had lab work done after the program and saw an improvement in my lipid profile. Even though they had previously been within the normal range, there was a drop of 10 points. I also lost 5 lbs and am happy to say that I am still following a plant-based lifestyle."

"Just after I completed the 21-Day Plant-Powered Jumpstart, I had a major surgery scheduled. I felt great going into it -- a lot of mental clarity. And I wasn't so scared to have the surgery because I knew I was taking care of my body. My recovery time was really quick. Within two weeks I was ready to get active again. My surgeon was amazed and said she wishes that everyone would eat this way to promote their healing."

"Thank you for bringing this wonderful program to the JCC. I was thrilled to be a Jumpstart participant. I have begun to learn a new language, new food groups, kitchen skills, and delicious recipes, and I got to meet and know new friends. I am impressed by the superb organization and clear, concise flow of information regarding the introduction of this program -- from the handouts to the kitchen demonstrations which started and ended on time! Everyone is so inspiring and supportive, and there is such a joyful camaraderie. I couldn’t be more delighted and grateful, so thank you, thank you, thank you!"

"I think the program was a great success. We felt supported throughout and appreciated our mentors, the webinars, the cooking classes, and all the recipes. I intend to continue with this lifestyle, so I am grateful for your thoughtful and comprehensive jumpstart."

"I thought undertaking the whole food, plant-based lifestyle would be difficult. Instead, I was able to make the transition easily, with no cravings or frustration. I never felt hungry during the 21-day Jumpstart program, nor have I since then. I am content to cook meals and renounce the frequent snacks I used to have."

"Initial labs done last week by my primary physician were really good. It is amazing to see such great progress in such a short period of time."

"The support, education, friendliness provided by the team made the transition easier. Thank you very much."
Plant Powered Metro New York is catalyzing the local movement for vibrant health through whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) nutrition. We are an independent member organization of the PlantPure Communities Pod Network and a fiscally-sponsored project of the Center for Transformative Action, a 501(c)(3) organization in Ithaca, NY.