We provide educational programs that focus on strengthening individuals, families and communities by addressing critical issues and needs, such as nutrition and health, family finances, food safety, emotional wellness, and parenting.
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Contact Information
Starla Hardin
FCS Agent/County Director
Phone: 931-375-5301
Email: shardin4@utk.edu
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Family
Expand content upHuman development programs work to strengthen families through education. Focus areas include preparing for parenthood, parenting successfully, and addressing the changing needs of families.
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Food
Expand content upNutrition and Food Safety education seeks to encourage individuals and families to improve the nutritional quality and safety of their diets. Classes target both youth and adults.
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Money
Expand content upFinancial Management education programs teach basic money management skills to both youth and adults. Planning, saving, investing, and using credit are topics addressed by this program.
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Health
Expand content upHealth and Safety programs seek to help clients create safe and healthy homes, prevent disease, and manage health conditions by making healthful lifestyle choices.
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FCE Clubs
Expand content upFamily and Community Education Clubs are designed to strengthen home, families, and communities through leadership development, education, and community service.
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EFNEP
Expand content upThe Expanded Food and Nutrition Program targets at-risk families with intensive nutrition education to improve family diets and nutritional well-being.