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 focuses 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 develop resources for strengthening families and building community for an ever-changing society.

 

FCS Bulletins

Archive of Health Bulletin and MONEYWI$E Articles

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KEHA-Franklin County Homemakers Association

Membership, club meetings, homemaker goals and more!

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Events

Diamond Dot Art

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Our organization focuses on supporting and developing arts education for Franklin County residents. $10 per person for a large canvas or $5 for a small canvas. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.

Diamond Dot Art

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Our organization focuses on supporting and developing arts education for Franklin County residents. $10 per person for a large canvas or $5 for a small canvas. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.

Families in the Kitchen

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Move Your Way!

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Exercise for Everybody! Learn about non-impact exercises to help improve balance, posture, muscular strength, and ability to perform daily living activities. 

Families in the Kitchen

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Families in the Kitchen

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Farm City Field Day 2025

- Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm

Join us for the 65th Farm City Field Day! July 10, 2025 from 5pm- 8pm!

Carla A. Carter

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(502) 695-9035 carla.graham@uky.edu Franklin County Extension Office 101 Lakeview Drive, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601-8750