Extension
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Strengthening Family & Consumer Sciences
Family & Consumer Sciences
Nick Roy, Tony Rose, Dylan Gentry
Economic Development and Workforce Preparation - FCS
Active Living and Health Promotions General
Food Preparation and Preservation
Plate It Up! Kentucky Proud
In 2019, Adair County Citizens identified health, wellness, and families among the top priority issues through the Extension Community needs assessment. When compared to the state of Kentucky, Adair County falls below average for median household income and above average for unemployment, child poverty, and uninsured individuals. Combined, these issues put strains on families mental, physical, and financial health.
Family and Consumer Science programs offered by the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service are equipped to address the issues to serve as a catalyst to to make Adair a more vibrant community.
Create safe homes within environments that promote and support the physical, financial and mental well-being of families throughout the life cycle.
Examine personal positive employability opportunities on a regular basis (at least annually).
Change in behavior related to healthy aging, independent aging and quality aging.
Participate in an activity or event that improves the built or natural environment.
Participants will identify one tangible and attainable way that they can increase their employability and workplace competitiveness.
Change in awareness, knowledge, and aspirations related to healthy aging, independent aging and quality aging.
Participants will identify one or more practices that will improve going green, disaster preparedness and a built environment.
Initial Outcome: Participants will identify short, medium, and long-term employment goals and objectives related to maintaining and improving their positive employability characteristics.
Indicator: Participants will improve their ability to apply and interview for jobs.
Method: Observations and evaluations
Timeline: Year-round
Intermediate Outcome: Increased confidence in the workplace
Indicator: Participants will work on one or more aspects of professional workplace interaction
Method: Evaluation tools in the curriculum
Timeline: Summer 2024
Long-term Outcome: Improved the quality of their life resulting in a stronger family.
Indicator: Increase the number of individuals reporting improved workplace satisfaction and economic well-being.
Method: Evaluation tools in the curriculum
Timeline: Summer 2024
Audience: General Public
Project or Activity: Economic Development and Workforce Prep
Content or Curriculum: Job Interview Prep
Inputs: FCS Program Council
Date: Summer 2023 and Fall 2023
Audience: General Public
Project or Activity: Embracing Life as We Age
Content or Curriculum: KEHA Lesson Resources
Inputs: FCS Agent and Specialist
Date: Fall 2023 and Spring 2024
Audience: General Public
Project or Activity: Homemakers
Content or Curriculum: KEHA Lesson Resources
Inputs: Agents, Volunteers
Date: All Year
Audience: General Public
Project or Activity: Plate it Up! Kentucky Proud
Content or Curriculum: Recipe Cards
Inputs: Agent, volunteers, specialist
Date: Winter 2024
Audience: College Students
Project or Activity: Food Preparation and Preservation
Content or Curriculum: Dorm Room Food Preparation
Inputs: Agents
Date: Fall 2024
Audience: Headstart
Project or Activity: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Content or Curriculum: LEAP
Inputs: Agent
Date: Fall 2023 and Spring 2024
Audience: General Public
Project or Activity: Food Preparation and Preservation
Content or Curriculum: Salsa Making
Inputs: Agent and Volunteers
Date: Summer 2024
Audience: General Public
Project or Activity: Economic Development and Workforce Prep
Content or Curriculum: Beef Month Promotion, Dairy Month Promotion
Inputs: Agents
Date: Spring 2024
Author: Dylan Gentry
Major Program: Financial Education - General
The problem of scams and fraud has been a growing concern in our local community, with many vulnerable individuals falling victim to these deceitful schemes. These scammers prey on people's financial insecurities and trust, causing significant emotional and financial damage.To combat this issue, an educational program was created to educate the public on how to identify and prevent scams. The program consisted of a scams prevention workshop that covered a range of topics, including common sc
Author: Dylan Gentry
Major Program: Financial Education - General
In a successful holiday preparation event, 55 participants joined county extension agents from the Lake Cumberland Area for "Kickstart the Holidays," a day-long holiday prep event. "Kickstart the Holidays" covered a range of holiday-related topics. Holiday preparation classes are crucial for various reasons, enabling individuals and families to better manage their finances during the holiday season, thus helping them avoid overspending and financial stress. Additionally, thes
Author: Dylan Gentry
Major Program: Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association
The problem:Adair County lacked a platform to showcase its rich cultural heritage and artistic talents, leaving many artists without recognition or support for their endeavors.The educational program response:The Adair County Cultural Arts Competition was established to address this need, providing a venue for artists to display their work and fostering a sense of community pride in the arts.The participants/target audience:Artists of all ages and skill levels within Adair County were invited to
Author: Dylan Gentry
Major Program: Home-Based Microprocessor Program
Local producers in Adair County, Kentucky, faced regulatory barriers preventing them from legally selling their homemade canned goods. Without Homebased Microprocessor certification, these producers were unable to access markets, limiting their income potential and depriving consumers of their delicious products. Homebased Microprocessor certification training has not been offered in Adair County in a large number of years. Local producers interested in the certification had to tra
Author: Dylan Gentry
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The problem:Many youth in south central Kentucky involved in the justice system lack essential life skills and knowledge, including basic nutrition education. Without this knowledge, they may struggle to maintain a healthy diet, leading to potential long-term health issues.The educational program response:To address this issue, our youth court diversion program partnered with the Supplemental Nutrition Education Program (SNAP) to implement a comprehensive nutrition education curriculum. Particip
