FAMILY LIVING AREAS OF INTEREST

Polk County Resource Directory - Web site listing various Polk County Services available to the public. Topics range from alcohol and other drug services to youth services and various state agencies and their telephone numbers.

Methamphetamine Toolkit Resources
To help fight methamphetamine abuse in their communities, UW-Extension educators have been involved in a variety of roles including:

This link includes resources for residents and professionals. To find out more, contact Julie Keown-Bomar, Family Living Educator, Eau Claire County UW-Extension by phone (715) 839-4712 or email: Julie.Keown-Bomar@ces.uwex.edu

HCE (Home and Community Education) (click on house for HCE link)

The roof of the home symbolizes our past heritage with Extension Homemakers. Using the letters H (Home) C (Community) E(Education) makes it a suitable logo for the state, counties and local clubs to use. The house without walls confirms a commitment to membership open to all, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, handicap or national orgin.

Family Newsletters

• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
• Family Keys
• Parenting the Preschooler
• Parenting the First Year
• Parenting the Second and Third Years
• Preparing to Parent

• Young Families Newsletters

Family Living Links

• Polk County Parent Education Coalition
• Child Care Partnership Resource and Referral
• Family Living Links of Interest

Focus on Family Living News Release - November 20, 2009

Handling Venison Safely - Venison is a nutritious meat than can be served in a variety of ways. It can be ground or made into roasts or steaks and is also used as an ingredient in sausages. No matter how it is served, it is essential to handle vension properly as soon as the deer is down to ensure the safety and quality of the final product. (click here for more information)

Family Living programs respond to community needs with research-based education and partnerships that support Polk County families and communities. Gail conducts programs in the following areas:

• Parenting Education
• Child Development
• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
• Strengthening Intergenerational relationships
• Financial Management
• Get Checking Program
• Managing Housing Resources
• Leadership Training for Volunteers

STAFF

If you have any questions regarding Family Living in Polk County, please contact:

Gail Peavey
Polk County - UW Extension
100 Polk County Plaza
Suite 210
Balsam Lake, WI 54810
Phone: 715-485-8600
Fax: 715-485-8601
Email: gail.peavey@ces.uwex.edu