USDA Challenges Consumers to Test Their Back to School Food Safety Smarts – As moms and dads pack lunches for their kids before a busy day of class and extra-curricular activities, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service encourages families to update their food safety routine and take precautions that will help prevent […]
Many Wisconsin residents enjoy growing fruits and vegetables at home.Our growing season is relatively short, but many different kinds of produce can be stored at home – allowing us to enjoy good produce well after the harvest has finished. For more information on preserving produce longer go to: Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Whether your child is attending a new school or returning to the same school for a new year, it’s important to get the school year off to a good start. A successful transition can lay the groundwork for a successful school year. For suggestions to help with this transition go to: Back-To-School Routine
Divorce is an increasingly common experience for children. In fact, according to the Census Bureau (2008), an estimated one million children are part of families who divorce annually. Currently 26% of all children under the age of 18 live in a single-parent household and 16% of children are part of a blended family, (Census Bureau, […]
Too many times, living in poverty often results in being food insecure and less healthy. The purpose of the Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program (WNEP) is to provide low income individuals and families nutrition education, thus empowering them to become more self-sufficient and healthier. Food insecurity is not only a WNEP state effort, but a local […]
Do you find that your expenses are more than your income? There are steps you can take to develop a spending plan and move toward balancing your budget. There are different ways to track of your expenses. “The most important step is to write it down,” says J. Michael Collins, family and consumer economics specialist […]
Based on the county health needs assessment, the Fond du Lac County Public Health Department recently released the 4 public health priorities. One of the four priorities is the increasing rates of obesity and percentage of overweight in Fond du Lac County. The WNEP Coordinator and Educators play a pivotal role in addressing obesity prevention […]
Financial security is the goal for many Americans. Financial security is defined as an individual’s or family’s ability to meet short-term needs and to prepare for the future. The path to financial security requires accessible and accurate information, as well as financial competency in earning, spending, saving, borrowing, and protecting. The long run objective of […]
UW-Extension provides up-to-date information on eligibility and benefits, as well as links to tax forms, outreach materials, and more. Visit: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/eitc/ Taxpayers can get free help determining their eligibility and claiming the Earned Income Credit (EIC) in Wisconsin at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Credit for the Elderly (TCE) site that provides service to […]
Routines are actions and events that are repeated at regular intervals. A routine can help your child feel safe and secure. Preschools and child care centers have long understood the importance and value of routines. At home familiar routines also mean the difference between a chaotic or calm house. For more information on the […]
