Family & Consumer Resources
The Family and Consumer Resources program in Strafford County provides information and education to strengthen and improve the quality of life for families, individuals and communities. These programs are intended to prevent possible negative impacts of poor choices which have high social and economic costs. We work with a diverse group of individuals including adults of all ages, families, consumers, child care providers, and food service workers. Education is provided through individual contacts, group programs, newsletters, publications, web sites, and media outlets. Ellen Rondina, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Resources, along with state-wide specialists, work closely with family resource centers, schools, youth organizations, libraries, and other non-profit organizations, community and volunteer groups, and food service businesses.
Some of the educational areas include:
- Nutrition
- Managing credit and debt
- Increasing wellness and healthy lifestyles
- Parenting Education
- Grandparents and Relatives as Parents
- Family Life Education
- Food Safety for Commercial Sites and Consumers
- Food Preservation
- Family Finance
- Community Development
- Train the trainer and professional development opportunities
Strong, healthy families are the foundation of all communities. In turn, supportive communities reap the benefits when families succeed in raising their children to become responsible, productive, and caring adults.
It is the well-being of families that is the top priority of Strafford County Family and Consumer Resources. We work to strengthen family relations, help families achieve day-to-day financial stability and long-term financial security, and promote healthy practices and choices.
