Oldham County Homemakers
The Oldham County Extension Homemakers Association welcomes you!
Anyone can be a homemaker regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, or gender. As part of the Oldham County Extension Homemakers, you will become a vital part of your community through public service and citizenship programs.
The homemaker handbook is updated each year following the annual Oldham County Homemaker Council meeting in August and then disbursed to the homemakers clubs. If you are in need of a copy of the handbook, contact the Extension Office.
Oldham County Homemaker Club Brochure
Homemaker Club of the Year Form
Homemaker Community Service Award Guidelines
The OC Extension Homemaker Scholarship application is available in two versions: electronic fillable application or printable application
2018-2019 Homemaker Lessons
September 27: Stroke Awareness
Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States. This lesson discusses what a stroke is, symptoms of a stroke, risk factors associated with stroke victims, and finally, ways to prevent strokes from happening.
October 25: Brain Activities
When people keep their minds active, their thinking skills are less likely to decline. Games, puzzles, and other types of brain training exercises may help slow memory loss. Fun brain engaging activities will be demonstrated.
January 24: Cooking Under Pressure
Electric pressure cooking pots are popular with many cooks today. Taste delicious recipes while learning what you can do with these cooking tools and how you can do it.
February 28: Stay Happy, Stay Healthy
Ever noticed a connection between staying happy and laughing? Having a sense of humor aids us in having a better quality of life. Come learn more about the connection between health and humor.
March 28: Baking for 1 or 2
Learn about baking for one, two, or a few. This lesson is valuable for those moving out on their own as well as empty nesters needing to reduce the yields of their favorite recipes.
April 25: Exercise Anytime & Anyplace
Movement doesn’t require a gym membership, transportation, or fancy clothes — move right here, right now! Movement oils all our joints and eases pain, releasing feel-good endorphins and providing more oxygen to the brain. Try a variety of exercises during this lesson.
* Club meets in the evening.
The Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association (KEHA) is a volunteer organization that works to improve the quality of life for families and communities through leadership development, volunteer service, and education. The organization was developed in cooperation with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Across the state, County Extension Agents for Family and Consumer Sciences work closely with KEHA members and clubs to provide educational programming and coordinate community activities.
Visit the Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association website!
KEHA is divided into fourteen areas to help strengthen county-staet relationships. Oldham County is part of the Louisville Area Homemakers Association.
