Home Economics & ICAN (Ideas for Cooking and Nutrition)
Our county's Extension home economics program helps strengthen family life. In a rapidly changing world, the challenges facing individuals and families in our county are great. With A problem solving philosophy, we strive to develop programs to deal with complex issues facing local families. We are helping people build leadership and other skills. We teach through group training sessions and local programs and community projects. We are dedicated to solving community needs, concerns and issues.
Food Safety
Food Safety is a constant concern in Union County. Child and Adult Care Providers, Food Service employees, various organizations who have food fund raisers, concession stands etc, are areas where Food Safety needs to be addressed.
Extension Food & Nutrition Education Program
Union County has a high rate of clientele living in the low income level area. Low income populations face problems that come with inadequate nutrition. Many individuals receive Food Stamps, WIC and commodities, but make poor food choices with their food assistance dollars. They need instruction on how to spend their food dollar wisely. By reaching youth and adults with effective nutrition education, this will promote healthy eating and food management practices.