Food Allergies and the Church

"If a child had a severe allergic reaction at your church, would you know what to do?"

Today we are talking to Joanne Giorgi, founder of the Natalie Giorgi Sunshine Foundation, an organization that is working to save lives by spreading public awareness about food allergy safety. Join us as Joanne shares her family’s story, we talk through some things churches should consider when it comes to supporting food allergy families, and the importance of faith through it all. A very important conversation that every church leader should hear.

Important Notice about this Podcast: A quick note about this interview before we start. Today we are talking about a serious medical condition. Please know that we are not providing legal or medical advice, and this interview does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Our intent is to simply provide some general information to get the conversation started. 

Joanne Giorgi Bio:

Joanne Giorgi graduated from Santa Clara University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing. After graduation, Joanne worked for the GAP Corporation as a corporate buyer for 7 years. Upon the birth of her identical twin daughters, Natalie and Danielle, Joanne became a full time mom. For the past 13 years Joanne has been an advocate for her children’s health needs. She is now devoted to advocating for all children with food allergies.

To learn more about the Natalie Giorgi Sunshine Foundation please visit nateam.org

For more information on food allergies please visit:

https://aafa.org/

https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/

https://www.cdc.gov/school-health-conditions/media/pdfs/20_316712-A_FA_guide_508tag.pdf

https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/advocacy/key-policy-issues/food-allergies-in-child-care-settings/

 https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/

One more quick note:The views and opinions expressed in our show are those of our guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Wonderful Works Ministry. Wonderful Works Ministry does not provide medical, legal, or therapeutic advice or services. Rather, we provide general information regarding disability ministry. The information provided in our content does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Wonderful Works Ministry is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. It is recommended that you use independent judgement when considering any resource associated with serving those who have been impacted by disability. Thank you.