Jamie McDermott, Sean McDermott's wife, also shared why she continues to be a food allergy advocate in the community.
“From a mother's perspective, I can say that this issue has had a huge impact on our family and many others. As parents, we don't think about this because we have learned difficult lessons over the years. “There are very few times,” Jamie McDermott said. “We're so grateful for Wegmans and this partnership. We know we're not the only family affected by food allergies, so by making it easier for them to If we can help one family, it means a lot to us.'' If the food is safe for the family, it will be worth it. ”
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 13 children is affected by a food allergy. Since there is no cure for food allergies, one of the best ways to raise awareness about this issue is to organize a food drive for people in your community who need extra help finding allergen-free foods. is to hold the event.
“Food insecurity exists in every zip code, and the number of people seeking nutritional assistance through our partner agencies is increasing. For people with food allergies, finding food that is safe to eat is essential. We are extremely grateful to Coach McDermott and his coaches.'' The family, the Buffalo Bills, and Wegmans are committed to raising awareness of this important need and providing the support our neighbors with special diets need. Thank you for organizing this food drive to ensure we receive it. ” said Tara A. Ellis, President and CEO of FeedMore WNY.