Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

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.

Family & Consumer Science Events

March 2024 calendar

- Oldham County Cooperative Extension Service

Beginner Sewing Tote Bag

- Oldham County Extension

Beginner Sewing Tote Bag

- Oldham County Extension

Savor the Flavor - Seasoning with Spices

- Oldham County Cooperative Extension Service

Orange Sweet Rolls

- Oldham County Extension

Flex Your Sneakers

- Oldham County Extension

Big Blue Book Club Watch Party

- Oldham County Extension

Beginner Sewing Tote Bag

- Oldham County Extension

Beginner Sewing Tote Bag

- Oldham County Extension

Laugh & Learn - Centerfield

- Centerfield Elementary School

Melanie Panaretos

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

(502) 222-9453 melanie.panaretos@uky.edu Oldham County Extension Office 207 Parker Drive, La Grange, Kentucky 40031-8632

Heather S. Toombs

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(502) 222-9453 heather.toombs@uky.edu Oldham County Extension Office 207 Parker Drive, La Grange, Kentucky 40031-8632

Stephanie D. Willis

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

(502) 222-9453 s.willis@uky.edu Oldham County Extension Office 207 Parker Drive, La Grange, Kentucky 40031-8632