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.

Events

Cooking Through the Calendar

Tue, Jan 14 2025, 1 - 2pm Leslie County Cooperative Extension

Come Cook through the Calendar with us! Every month is a different recipe.

Additional Information

Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Initiatives FCS Publications Nutrition Education Program

Vicki R. Boggs

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(606) 672-2154 vicki.boggs@uky.edu Leslie County Extension Office 22045 Main Street 514, Hyden, Kentucky 41749-8568

Garry Ostrander

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

(606) 672-2154 garryostrander@uky.edu Leslie County Extension Office 22045 Main Street 514, Hyden, Kentucky 41749-8568

College Resources

Contact Information

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