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UK Cooperative Extension Service

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

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craig.wood@uky.edu

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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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Jul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023


Success StoryNo-Cook Homeade Playdoh Kits for Tornado-Affected Children



No-Cook Homeade Playdoh Kits for Tornado-Affected Children

Author: Kristi Shive

Planning Unit: Administration - Cooperative Extension Service

Major Program: Tornado Response and Recovery

Plan of Work: Life Skill Development

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

On December 11th, 2021 deathly tornados hit Warren County, Kentucky. The community was heavily impacted by the tornados including 17 fatalities, hundreds of injuries, 500 homes destroyed, 100 businesses demolished, city-wide power outages, severe damage, and more. Hundreds of families were displaced from their homes. Warren County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent put together 30 No-Cook Homemade Playdoh kits for tornado-affected children. The Warren County Public Library distributed the playdoh kits during a special program they conducted for tornado-affected families.

According to the Warren County Public Library, 100 % of the children and families who received a playdoh kit reported benefits, including: decreased feelings of hopelessness, increased feelings of happiness, stress relief, and enjoyment. Kristi plans to follow up with tornado-affected families to provide additional activities for children.






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