Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

Family and Consumer Sciences

FCS Extension programs aim to improve the quality of individual and family life through education, research, and outreach.

What is Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS)?

FCS stands for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension. FCS programming focus on building assets of individuals and families to address problems faced across the lifespan. Family and Consumer Sciences Extension emphasizes well-being with a focus on human development, parenting, resource management, nutrition, health and leadership development.

At the community level, FCS Extension prepares individuals for community and economic development and activity. Professionals in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension provide the tools to help individuals and families to develop resources for strengthening families and building community for an ever changing society.


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Life Simplified Podcast Series: Weekly Tuesday Episode:

S3E25 The Intentional Leader: 
A Conversation with the Life Simplified Ladies

 

 

 

Family Consumer Sciences Podcast!

FCS Agents in Caldwell, Christian, Hopkins, and Livingston have joined forces for a new podcast, Life Simplified. Available now on Apple, Google Podcast, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Podbean and Amazon. New episodes drop each Tuesday. You can find the newest episode below or click on the button to listen to all podcasts.

Go to Podcasts

Family Olympics Intro-Fun Games to Enjoy this Summer!
  To see all 5 Family Olympic Videos!

 


UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Your voice matters--help us shape future Family & Consumer Sciences learning opportunities. We're exploring new class offerings and want to know:
❓What topics interest you the most?
❓What time of day works best?
❓How you prefer to learn--online, in-person?
Take a moment to share your thoughts in this quick survey so we can build something that truly works for you! Let's learn, grow, and thrive together.
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  • Must have at least 7 registered in order to host workshop.

  • Register by August 15 Online or by calling our office.

  • For more information, contact Ashley Board at the Caldwell County Extension Office: 270-365-2787 or ashley.board@uky.edu.

  • Learn why stress leaves you craving or reaching for your favorite comfort foods!!

  • Must have 7 registered to to host workshop.

  • Call our office at 270-365-2787 to register or for more information. Register online



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Ashley White Board

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(270) 365-2787 ashley.board@uky.edu Caldwell County Extension Office 1025 US Hwy 62 W, Princeton, Kentucky 42445-6059

Kathryn Eldridge

Extension Assistant, 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Science

(270) 365-2787 kathryn.eldridge@uky.edu Caldwell County Extension Office 1025 US Hwy 62 W, Princeton, Kentucky 42445-6059

Contact Information

1025 U. S. Hwy. 62W Princeton, KY 42445

caldwell.ext@uky.edu