Rose Padilla Johnson has led Davis Street Community Center, Inc., in San Leandro, California, as chief executive officer since 1991. Under the guidance of Rose Padilla Johnson, the Alameda County community services sector hosts a variety of programs, including nutritional cooking classes for residents of San Leandro and the surrounding areas.
Held in a state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen, Davis Street cooking classes are led by a professional nutritionist who teaches individuals and families not just about cooking techniques and food preparation, but also how to establish and maintain a healthy, well-rounded diet. Perhaps most importantly, nutritional cooking classes are conducted with affordability and cultural relevance in mind.
Instances of hands-on training are paired with tips on how to find quality ingredients and healthy alternatives at the local grocery store. Davis Street also provides information regarding relevant services maintained by nearby food pantries, several of which donate grocery bags and food to the program. Finally, lessons offered by the nutritionist are later emphasized by a wellness coach. The wellness coach helps participants identify and follow through on lifestyle changes that can reduce the health risks associated with obesity and elevate a person’s overall level of health.
