Feedstag:https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/feeds/%252024-03-28T06:45:23-05:00Anonymousextensionweb@iastate.eduhttps://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/isu-extension-and-outreach-seeks-community-partners-my-wellbeing-programISU Extension and Outreach Seeks Community Partners for ‘My Wellbeing’ Program 2024-03-21T08:37:07-05:002024-03-20T15:35:46-05:00Home and FamilyBeing well is an ongoing journey and is different for each person because of varying situations and choices. That is why Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers “My Wellbeing.” This research-based educational series is designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them improve their wellbeing and quality of life.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/what-expect-after-sudden-job-lossWhat to Expect after Sudden Job Loss2024-03-20T13:19:13-05:002024-03-14T10:16:28-05:00Business and Industry, Community Economic Development, Home and FamilyFor most people, a job loss can have a significant emotional impact, according to David Brown, behavioral health state specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. He says there are ways to help manage the emotional impact of such a loss.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/protect-yourself-fraud-identity-theft-and-scamsProtect Yourself from Fraud, Identity Theft and Scams2024-02-29T14:29:12-06:002024-02-29T11:53:37-06:00Home and Family, FinancesProtecting yourself from fraud, identity theft and scams is a good idea, particularly for older adults, who scammers often target. This is an important message during National Consumer Protection Week, March 3-9, and any time of year, says Carol Ehlers, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/virtual-program-offers-tips-parenting-0Virtual Program Offers Tips for Parenting2024-02-08T09:42:34-06:002024-02-08T08:45:18-06:00Home and FamilyRaising children can be rewarding but it also can be challenging for families, says Malisa Rader, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. To better handle the challenges, parents and caregivers are invited to the next virtual sessions of “ACT Raising Safe Kids.”
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/manage-winter-energy-costs-and-utility-billsManage Winter Energy Costs and Utility Bills2024-02-01T13:01:34-06:002024-02-01T11:38:12-06:00Home and Family, FinancesFaced with inflation and rising energy costs, many households may struggle to pay their utility bills. It's important to get a good handle on how much to budget each month to cover your various utility bills, says Carol Ehlers, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/what-expect-after-mass-shootingWhat to Expect after a Mass Shooting2024-01-08T10:01:10-06:002024-01-08T08:41:29-06:00Home and FamilyPeople of all ages have been affected by the news and social media information about last week’s school shooting in Iowa. Their reactions may include grief, sadness, trouble sleeping and difficulty concentrating on schoolwork or home responsibilities, according to David Brown, behavioral health state specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/help-children-cope-emotions-about-news-school-shootingHelp Children Cope with Emotions about the News of School Shooting2024-01-04T12:01:44-06:002024-01-04T11:55:58-06:00Home and FamilyChildren may experience a wide range of emotions in response to the news and social media information about a recent shooting at an Iowa school. David Brown, behavioral health state specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, offers tips for understanding children's reactions and helping them cope.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/story-county-offers-salir-adelante-education-career-exploration-program-latino-youth-and-familiesStory County Offers ¡Salir Adelante! Education, Career Exploration Program for Latino Youth and Families2023-12-07T09:20:06-06:002023-12-07T09:08:55-06:00Home and FamilyAmes Community School District and organizations in Story County are partnering with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach to engage Latino families who have youth in middle school. Ames sessions of “¡Salir Adelante! Pathways for Our Future” begin in January.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/farm-couple-getaway-returns-decorahFarm Couple Getaway Returns to Decorah2023-12-05T15:41:38-06:002023-12-05T13:42:15-06:00Home and Family, Farm ManagementThe Farm Couple Getaway offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is aimed at farmers wanting to take advantage of activities to improve farm family communication, work on farm or family goal setting, farm transitions and more.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/understand-manage-childrens-temperament-harmonious-holiday-seasonUnderstand, Manage Children’s Temperament for a Harmonious Holiday Season2023-12-01T15:35:07-06:002023-12-01T08:48:38-06:00Home and FamilyTemperament refers to the characteristics and traits that children are born with, which influence their emotional and behavioral responses to situations. Understanding temperament can be a valuable tool for parents during the holiday season, says Hailey Burgher, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/spiders-home-are-no-cause-worry-according-insect-expertSpiders in the Home Are No Cause for Worry, According to Insect Expert2023-10-09T15:05:40-05:002023-10-09T14:15:46-05:00Home and Family, Yard and GardenWhile finding unexpected spiders hiding around the home can be alarming, an insect diagnostician with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach says spiders in Iowa pose little threat to people.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/private-well-stewardship-program-offered-four-countiesPrivate Well Stewardship Program Offered in Four Counties2023-09-15T08:23:26-05:002023-09-15T08:15:00-05:00Home and Family, EnvironmentThe Private Well Stewardship Program will be offered this fall in Howard, Winneshiek, Pocahontas and Humboldt counties, by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/salir-adelante-helps-latino-youth-families-prepare-higher-education-careers¡Salir Adelante! Helps Latino Youth and Families Prepare for Higher Education and Careers2023-09-11T10:42:50-05:002023-09-11T09:44:11-05:00Home and FamilyISU Extension and Outreach partners with schools, organizations and volunteers to implement ¡Salir Adelante! in Iowa communities. The curriculum helps Latino youth and their families explore paths to higher education and careers. The next facilitator training is Sept. 26-27 in Altoona.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/extension-project-crawford-and-marshall-counties-fosters-career-and-college-readiness-latino-youthExtension Project in Crawford and Marshall Counties Fosters Career and College Readiness in Latino Youth2023-09-07T14:49:34-05:002023-09-07T13:37:18-05:00Home and Family, Kids and Teens-4-HLocal schools and organizations in Crawford and Marshall counties are partnering with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach to engage Latino families who have youth in middle school. The families will participate in two extension educational programs that foster career and college readiness.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/prevent-suicide-spread-awareness-break-stigma-save-lifePrevent Suicide: Spread Awareness, Break the Stigma, Save a Life 2023-08-31T11:46:46-05:002023-08-31T10:48:50-05:00Home and FamilyEvery year in September, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. This is also an opportunity to reduce the stigma that often surrounds the topic of suicide and mental health conditions, said Dawn Dunnegan, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/initiate-literacy-your-childInitiate Literacy with Your Child 2023-08-01T11:05:55-05:002023-08-01T10:58:30-05:00Home and FamilyTo support children’s first steps toward reading, help them learn to recognize sounds of letters and what those letters look like, said Karie Foster, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-suicide-prevention-coalition-summit-focuses-building-hope-rural-communitiesIowa Suicide Prevention Coalition Summit Focuses on Building Hope in Rural Communities 2023-07-11T10:43:58-05:002023-07-11T09:57:35-05:00Home and FamilyThe Iowa Suicide Prevention Coalition Summit: Building Hope in Rural Communities will be held in Ames on Aug. 30. This summit is presented by the Iowa Suicide Prevention Planning Committee and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/balance-technology-traditional-education-parent-young-children-digital-ageBalance Technology, Traditional Education to Parent Young Children in the Digital Age2023-07-06T09:09:55-05:002023-07-06T08:53:13-05:00Home and FamilyA new type of parenting has emerged called digital and technology parenting. It aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge they need for life in a modern digital society, says Malisa Rader, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/vigilance-key-preventing-tick-bitesVigilance is Key to Preventing Tick Bites2023-05-31T09:17:09-05:002023-05-30T11:44:15-05:00Home and Family, Yard and GardenAs summer approaches, an entomologist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach reminds those spending time outdoors to be on the lookout for ticks.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/registration-open-community-food-systems-and-farm-school-and-early-care-conferenceRegistration Open for Community Food Systems and Farm to School and Early Care Conference2023-04-19T17:22:51-05:002023-04-17T08:57:51-05:00Food, Nutrition and Health, Community Economic Development, Home and Family, Local FoodsThe tree-day event, June 15-17 in Waukee, organized by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will engage, support and inspire participants in all areas of the food system, and will emphasize the importance of community food systems, especially in schools and early care.