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Programs to Go

Author: Alyssa Cox

Planning Unit: Rockcastle County CES

Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)

Plan of Work: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Outcome: Initial Outcome

On March 6, 2020, it was reported that the first case of the novel coronavirus had been confirmed in Kentucky. As the state began to shut down, Extension efforts and outreach stepped up.  When we started transitioning to this new “normal,” the Wolfe County Extension Office sought out new and innovative ways to reach the needs of our clientele while they were #HealthyAtHome.

In response to this issue, Wolfe County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent put together “grab and go” bags that could be picked up at the Extension Office with limited contact. For five weeks, bags containing activities and learning material related to COVID-19 could be picked up by families and individuals of all ages. Topics included in the bags were stress management, green cleaning, face masks, financial management, and food preparation.

In total, 132 bags were distributed to Wolfe County residents. During these challenging times, Extension efforts and programming have been adapted to meet our community’s unique needs. As we progress through this pandemic, the Wolfe County Extension Service will continue to provide reliable and relevant programming in whatever format necessary.  






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