Community Teaching Kitchen helps patient find health, healing and community

^{Above: Jaye prepares a meal with Kayla Guillory, registered dietitian, at Providence Milwaukie Hospital's Community Teaching Kitchen.}

October 2026

At the Providence Community Teaching Kitchen, improving health means more than learning what to put on your plate. For Jaye, nutrition education, healthy food and supportive relationships have helped build confidence and create lasting change.

After being diagnosed with atherosclerosis and high blood pressure, Jaye was referred to the Community Teaching Kitchen at Providence Milwaukie Hospital.

Through nutrition education, support from dietitians and access to a healthy food pantry, she gained practical tools to improve her health.

The program has also supported Jaye as she celebrates one year of sobriety, providing structure and connection during her recovery.

More than anything, Jaye found a community where she feels supported, encouraged and connected.

Her experience shows how nutritious food, education and meaningful relationships can support lasting wellbeing.

Related

• See more of our services at Providence Milwaukie Hospital.
• See a story about patient Marybeth receiving on-site support from the Community Teaching Kitchen.
• Watch a video of our Community Teaching Kitchen caregivers offering tips to stretch your grocery budget.