Extension
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Author: Kaitlyn Fryman
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
The Fleming County Extension Office recently hosted a Mental Health First Aid program, led by Katherine Jury, a specialist from the University of Kentucky. Through Fleming County's Program of Work, it was noted that mental health would like to be addressed through various programming. The event saw the participation of six individuals, representing a diverse cross-section of the community, including various age groups, businesses, and volunteer organizations from Fleming County. The program
Author: Laken Campbell
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
Success Story: Breathitt, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Owsley, Perry, and Wolfe Counties Program Dates: March 7 - April 12, 2024 To help the Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association (KEHA) deal with the many different types of loss individuals and families may have experienced over the past few years, the Family and Individual Development Program of Work (POW) is reaching in (versus reaching out) and addressing self-care. The 2023-2024 program focuses on Self-Care: Self-Pamper. Se
Author: Maranda Brooks
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
Looking at Kentucky Kids Count Data we see the following statistics that impact students in Lincoln County:In 2021, 24.4% of Children in Poverty (below the 100% poverty line) ranking Lincoln County 59 out of 120 counties. In 2017-2021, 57 % of children in Lincoln County are considered CHILDREN IN LOW-INCOME FAMILIES (below 200% of the federal poverty level) ranking Lincoln County as 93 out of 120 counties.In 2021, 14% of Children in Lincoln County are considered CHILDREN LIVING IN FOOD INSE
Author: Macey Stewart
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
Suicide is a public concern and one of the most preventable causes of death. Every eleven minutes someone dies by suicide in the U.S., however, in Kentucky people die by suicide more frequently. In the U.S. and Kentucky, males die by suicide more often than females while individuals between 10 and 34 years old are at the highest risk for suicide. There are many risks for suicide including age, sex, stress, job hazards and health conditions, but it is important to note suicide can affect any
Author: Natalie Taul
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
We are blessed in Grayson County with a local hospital that holds patients and community as a top priority. Over the past several years, FCS Extension in Grayson County has built a strong partnership with Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. One of the many programs supported by the Women’s Auxiliary in the hospital provides hand made sock monkeys to all children undergoing surgery. This program has been implemented for decades, but their stock was running low and they were at risk
Author: Alethea Price
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.Suicide rates are high for certain audiences, senior aged individuals are at high risk. The FCS Agent attended a meeting with a group of seniors who have lost their spouses
Author: Vicki Wynn
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
Marshall County Extension Homemakers have a special place in their hearts for men and women who currently serve and have served in the military. They have established connections with the local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) group for the past two years, and have learned how they can honor and serve the large veteran population in our area. A workshop was held at the Extension Office to make laundry detergent that will be distributed to veterans that will assist with everyday needs. Volun
Author: Ronda Rex
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “it is estimated that more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness (59.3 million in 2022; 23.1% of the U.S. adult population). Mental illnesses include many different conditions that vary in degree of severity, ranging from mild to moderate to severe.” According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, “746,000 adults in Kentucky have a mental health condition. That’s more than 10x the po
Author: Elizabeth Evans
Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - FCS
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “it is estimated that more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness (59.3 million in 2022; 23.1% of the U.S. adult population). Mental illnesses include many different conditions that vary in degree of severity, ranging from mild to moderate to severe.” According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, “746,000 adults in Kentucky have a mental health condition. That’s more than 10x the po
