Family & Consumer Science Programs

• Terry Jones, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences
  Lisa Hartmann , Peer Education Instructor - Breastfeeding Instructor
  Patti Wartinger , Extension Educator Better Kid Care Instructor

Information and educational programs are offered on:

• Human development - basic information on the development of children, youth and adults, and healthy family traits.
• Parenting and Financial Education Information- for the available classes, current time, dates, fees, and locations.  If you would like to be notified when the new schedule is ready, call Terry Jones at 734/222-3943, or email your information for notification.  Some of the classes that are offered are:
• • How to Talk So Kids Will Listen (all ages)
  • Siblings Without Rivalry (all ages)
  • Building Strong Adolescents(parents & youth 9 to 17)
  • ReTHINK (Anger Management for all ages)
  • Parenting On Your Own (single parents)
  • Smart Steps - parenting for future or current blended families
• Financial Management- individual counseling on basic budgeting skills and Money 2000.
• Consumer education - answer questions on cleaning and stain removal, purchasing of home equipment, energy conservation and basic consumer rights.
• Better Kid Care– professional development and training classes for new and experienced child care providers and relative care providers. The latest Washtenaw/Monroe County event schedule is available.
• Mother to Mother Program Breastfeeding education and support.