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.

Boyd County Extension works many great organizations. One statewide entity is the Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association (KEHA).We are very fortunate to have 5 clubs in Boyd County, as well as several Junior Homemaker Clubs at local schools. Any activity that Family and Consumer Sciences or the KEHA offers is open to the public, please be aware that some have fees associated with them in order to cover cost. The KEHA is a club that accepts dues and if you are interested in starting a new club or joining an existing club, please contact the Extension Office for more information at (606)739-5184.

 CLUB MEETING DATES

meeting locations vary

Catlettsburg Homemakers - 3rd Thursday, 6:00 PM

Hillendale Homemakers - 2nd Thursday, 10:30 AM

Hilltop Homemakers - 2nd Tuesday, 6:30 PM

Sunshine Homemakers - 2nd Thursday, 6:00 PM

Trace Homemakers - 2nd Thursday, 10:30 AM

Jacqueline Doucet

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(606) 739-5184 jacqueline.doucet@uky.edu Boyd County Extension Office 2420 Center Street Catlettsburg, Kentucky 41129-1279

Events

Pathways to Wellness

- Boyd County Extension Office

Learn how health begins where we live, work, learn, and play! These action-packed sessions will help you live and interact with our community in a new and vibrant way.

Rainbow Pasta Salad

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join the Catlettsburg Homemakers Club Thursday, April 6 at 6 p.m. for Cooking with the Calendar. This month's recipe is Rainbow Pasta Salad. 

Travel the World without Leaving Your Kitchen — Greece

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join us for a fun discussion on the traditional foods & history of Greece and enjoy some samples of Greek cuisine. This class is free to the public. Please call (606) 739-5184 to register.

Mozzarella Cheesemaking Class

- Boyd County Extension Office

Class taught by Rhonella Chaffin.

Lunch and Learn: Making the Most of Meals While Traveling

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join us for a fun lunchtime discussion. Lunch will be provided or you can bring your own! Please call (606) 739-5184 to register. This program is FREE

Easy Tortilla Breakfast Pizza

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join the Hillendale Homemakers Club Thursday, May 4 at 10 a.m. for Cooking with the Calendar. This month's recipe is Easy Tortilla Breakfast Pizza. 

Lunch and Learn: Tips for Managing Stress Eating

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join us for a fun lunchtime discussion. Lunch will be provided or you can bring your own! Please call (606) 739-5184 to register. This program is FREE.

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join the Trace Homemakers Club Thursday, June 1 at 10 a.m. for Cooking with the Calendar. This month's recipe is Blueberry Cheesecake Bars. 

Lunch and Learn: How to Get Out of a Mealtime Rut

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join us for a fun lunchtime discussion. Lunch will be provided or you can bring your own! Please call (606) 739-5184 to register. This program is FREE.

Tuscan Chicken and Pasta

- Boyd County Extension Office

Join the Hilltop Homemakers Club Thursday, July 6 at 10 a.m. for Cooking with the Calendar. This month's recipe is Tuscan Chicken and Pasta. 

Contact Information

2420 Center Street Catlettsburg, KY 41129-1279

(606) 739-5184

boyd.ext@uky.edu