03/21/2025
ACEs, or Adverse Childhood Experiences, are experiences occurring in a person’s life before the age of 18 that can feel traumatic. Research has shown that the more adverse childhood experiences a person has in their life, the higher risk they are for physical illness, mental health issues, substance use, and a shorter lifespan, among many other issues. One of the questions on the ACEs assessment even asks about food insecurities.
This is where the work of Murphy's Giving Market, a food pantry and resource center in Upper Darby (and where The Lotus Center for Wellness and Healing is located), plays a pivotal role for the Upper Darby community and surrounding area to help decrease food insecurities and improve the mental health of the community.
On March 12, 2025, Murphy’s Giving Market, unfortunately, learned that the USDA Local Food Purchase Assistance program food donations were being cancelled. The USDA was one of their food donation providers, and this will affect many families and create a lasting impact on the mental health of the individuals and families who rely on this weekly food pantry. This is where your support can help. Please consider donating any amount that you can to support this organization to not only help those experiencing food insecurities but also to decrease the potential mental, physical, and biological issues in the future of those being affected. Murphy's Giving Market's donation platform is free, so they will get 100% of your support, but be sure to adjust the default tip accordingly. Please note: While The Lotus Center for Wellness and Healing is located in Murphy Giving Market’s space, no monetary donations go to the therapy practice. Be well!
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