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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Scott County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2011 - Aging-General
2011.1) 79

Number of participants reporting improved knowledge regarding life span behavior and decisions that affect health and well-being (such as enhanced knowledge of: positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time)

2011.2) 24

Number of participants who reported intentions to improve healthy lifestyles and behaviors (including enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time)

2011.3) 0

Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills (such as enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, social activity, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time)

2011.4) 24

Number of participants who can recognize warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia



Success Stories

Connecting Seniors to Community Resources

Author: Alivia Faris

Major Program: Aging-General

This year the Scott County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences collaborated with several community partners to host a Senior Resource Fair in Scott County. This fair demonstrated how collaboration can positively impact a community. Recognizing the need for improved access to services for older adults, the FCS agent brought together a wide network of local partners to host a one-stop event designed to connect seniors with the support they need. This collaborative event united over 15

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