Nutrition Division

The Nutrition Program works to help our community make wise food choices, to promote health and wellness. We have a staff of dietitians and nutritionists who are dedicated to keep the public informed and educated about nutrition and food choices.

Our energetic staff is available to provide individual dietary counseling. We have the expertise in pediatric and adult nutrition needs.

We assist the Public Schools of Robeson County to meet the special dietary concerns of its students. Our School Dietitian assesses and makes dietary modifications to menus for students with diet orders from their medical provider in coordination with the Child Nutrition Program.

The Nutrition Program is proud to be an integral part of American Diabetes Association Recognized Diabetes Education Program located at the Robeson County Health Department. We are partners with the Nursing Program to provide Diabetes Self Management Training to individuals with diagnosed diabetes with referrals from their Medical Provider.

We also provide numerous agencies within and surrounding Robeson County with Nutritional Services.

Let the Nutrition Program at the Robeson County Health Department be the best source of YOUR NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION.

For more information call Monica McVicker, RD, Nutrition Program Director at (910) 671-3274.

Homespun Nurturing Breastfeeding Program

The Nutrition Division also has a special group of women who assist mothers choosing to breastfeed their children. With the generous funding of Smart Start, the Homespun Nurturing Breastfeeding Peer Counselor program provides assessments and support to any nursing mothers within Robeson County. The program offers home visits, phone contact and classes.

This program offers breastfeeding support and prenatal breastfeeding education to pregnant women and their families. Emphasis is placed on breastfeeding education and promotions as well as referring women and children to primary health care provider. It encourages WIC participation, medical insurance, and immunizations for young children.

Services operate countywide seven days a week from 8:00am-5:00pm with limited evening hours.

Breastfed is Best Fed. Please contact the Breastfeeding Peer Counselors at (910) 608-2114 or (910)-671-3736.

What is a food allergy?

A food allergy is an abnormal reaction of the immune system to specific proteins in certain foods. The body may see a usually harmless food as harmful and releases chemicals to destroy the threatening food. An allergic reaction can be triggered by ingesting, inhaling, or touching the food. Side effects can range from mild to life-threatening. Infants younger than 2 years old are more likely to develop food allergies than older kids and adults. Food allergies can go away but some can last a lifetime.

Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance

A food intolerance is an adverse reaction to certain foods that is not caused by an immune response. Food intolerances may cause digestive, skin, and breathing problems. Unfortunately, many of the symptoms are similar to food allergies, so it can be difficult to tell the difference.

Common Food Allergies

• Milk
• Eggs
• Peanuts
• Tree Nuts (walnuts, almonds, etc.)
• Fish
• Shellfish
• Soy
• Wheat

Signs and Symptoms of Food Allergies

• Respiratory Tract
• Hay fever
• Runny nose
• Itchy, watery, red eyes
• Cough
• Asthma
• Airway tightening

Contact Us

Division Director	Monica McVicker, RD	910-671-3274
WIC Coordinator	Vacant
Nutritionist I	Amy D’Angelo BS, MPH	910-671-3736
Nutritionist II	Dunitra Ford, BS	910-671-3735
Nutritionist II	Lauren Clark, BS	910-671-3753
Nutritionist II	Angela Gibbs, MS	910-671-3271
Nutritionist III	Deena Locklear, MPH, RD	910-671-3272
Medical Office Assistant	Susana Plancarte	910-671-3273
Lab Assistant	Beverly Gillespie
High Risk Dietitian	Heather De Puy MS-MPH, RD	910-671-3470
Peer Counselors	Jamie Smith	910-608-2114
Peer Counselors	Angela Davis	910-671-3482

For more Information: 910-671-3262