Family & Consumer Sciences

FCS Extension programs aim to improve the quality of individual and family life through education, research, and outreach.

Events

McCreary Fun-Makers

Thu, Nov 6 2025, 5 - 7pm McCreary County Extension

McCreary County Fun-Makers is a Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association group. 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

Jerky & Sausage Workshops

Thu, Nov 6 2025, 5:30 - 7:30pm McCreary County Extension Office

Jerky & Sausage Workshops

Thu, Nov 13 2025, 5:30 - 7:30pm McCreary County Extension Office

Jerky & Sausage Workshops

Thu, Nov 20 2025, 5:30 - 7:30pm McCreary County Extension Office

McCreary Basket Guild

Fri, Nov 28 2025, 10am - 12pm McCreary County Extension

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.

Additional Information

Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Initiatives FCS Publications Nutrition Education Program

Amy Singleton

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development, Family and Consumer Science

(606) 376-2524 amy.singleton@uky.edu McCreary County Extension Office 141 College Street, Whitley City, Kentucky 42653-0278

College Resources

Contact Information

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