Family & 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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Sometimes life is messy. Have you ever wished you could refocus your mind, home, relationships, and work life? Join us as we use research based information to make practical changes and simplify life. We are Family & Consumer Sciences Agents with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service.

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Additional Information

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Joni K. Phelps

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(270) 928-2168 jkbarr3@uky.edu Livingston County Extension Office 803 US Highway 60 East, Smithland, Kentucky 42081-0189

FCS Events

Boiling Water Basics

Wed, May 29 2024, 10am - 12pm Livingston County Extension Office

Join us for our upcoming Food Preservation Workshop where you will learn all about Pressure Canning Basics, Boiling Water Canning Basics, Home Freezing Basics, and Dehydrating Basics! You can join us for all four dates or just the one that interests you. Don't let those summer harvests go to waste - Sign up to become a food preservation pro!

To sign up for Boiling Water Basics, register by May 24 by calling the office at 270-928-2168. Limited number of spots.

Living Green, A Matter of Choice

Thu, May 30 2024, 10 - 11am Livingston County Extension Office

Cost: $5.00 (Materials Provided). Must call the Livingston County Extension Office at 270-928-2168 by May 23, 2024.

Living Green, A Matter of Choice

Thu, May 30 2024, 5:30 - 6:30pm Grand Rivers Community Center

Cost: $5.00 (Materials Provided). Must call the Livingston County Extension Office at 270-928-2168 by May 23, 2024.

Dehydrating Basics

Wed, Jun 26 2024, 2 - 3pm Livingston County Extension Office

Join us for our upcoming Food Preservation Workshop where you will learn all about Pressure Canning Basics, Boiling Water Canning Basics, Home Freezing Basics, and Dehydrating Basics! You can join us for all four dates or just the one that interests you. Don't let those summer harvests go to waste - Sign up to become a food preservation pro!

To sign up for Dehydrating Basics, register by June 21 by calling the office at 270-928-2168. Limited number of spots.

College Resources

Contact Information

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