Family & Consumer Sciences

The goal of the Family and Consumer Sciences program is to help strengthen individuals, families and communities through education.

Priority topics include: nutrition, food safety, parenting, child care, family life, health issues, money management, and balancing work and family. 

Kathy Jelley
Extension Educator
Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences Extension serves every one of Ohio's 88 counties. Our team of 260 Family and Consumer Sciences Extension professionals focuses on building Healthy People, Healthy Finances, and Healthy Relationships. We help people keep healthy through good nutrition and food safety, use their money wisely, and balance the demands of life and work.

We aspire to be the recognized leader in the state for enhancing the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities through research, education, and outreach. We provide accessible and reliable research-based information to help people help themselves. We value diversity and strive to build on the assets of the individuals, families, and communities we serve.