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June's Family Consumer Sciences (FCS) Newsletter |
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1 in 3 are Pre-diabetic
We still have spots in our Diabetes Prevention Program, which is scheduled to start in July. You just need to attend one of the info sessions to learn about what is involved with the program and see if you are eligible. Register for one at go.ncsu.edu/diabetesinfo or call (336) 597-2204 x2277. |
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Summer Nutrition Programs
Summer has arrived and it comes bearing great news! If you and your family are looking for ways to stretch your food budget, you will be glad to know that there are multiple options available, especially if you already receive SNAP benefits in North Carolina. Visit https://go.ncsu.edu/summernutrition |
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Cooking for 1 or 2
More and more people are wanting information about cooking but with more older adults and empty nesters cooking for themselves with just 1 or 2 people in the house. Join us on Thursday, June 5 at 7:00 p.m. at the Mountain Creek Community Building at 1717 Mountain Creek Rd. in Oxford for this free workshop. |
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Spend Time in Nature
Spending time in nature can benefit mental and physical well-being. Explore the health benefits of being present in nature and discover simple activities to foster experiences in the natural world. The workshop, held on Tuesday, June 10 at 11:00 a.m., will be taught virtually by Illinois Extension but the Person County Extension Office will be hosting a live viewing of this workshop. |
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Work It Out for Better Health Being physically active can help you stay strong and independent as you grow older. Join us on Tuesday, June 10 at 12:00 p.m. for our monthly Lunch N’ Learn to learn more about the benefits of physical activity, different types of physical activity, and how to get started today. A $5 registration fee is due by Friday, June 6 to Room 123 of the Extension Office. |
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Governor's Volunteer Award
Congratulations to Mrs. Ruth Burch for being selected as one of Person County's recipients of the Governor's Volunteer Service Award. She will be recognized at an awards ceremony on Wednesday, June 11 at 2:00pm at the Durham Performing Arts Center. She has served as a food volunteer for over 10 years. |
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Be Prepared & Get Ready
Join the Extension Office at their booth at the Disaster Recovery Expo held on Thursday, June 12 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Vance Granville Community College. This event, held by the Kerr-Tar Council of Governments, is a great opportunity to receive resources and materials, such as pamphlets, business cards, preparedness guides, or other informational materials that can help you before and after a disaster. |
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Elder Abuse Awareness Walk
Join the Kerr Tar Council of Governments for their “Prevent Elder Abuse Awareness & Prevention Walk!” The Extension Office will be at this event, which will have workshops, vendor booths and an awareness walk held on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Warren County Armory Convention Center. Wear silver and purple to show your support! |
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Windowsill Gardening
Microgreens are flavorful, nutrition-dense, young seedlings of vegetables or herbs! They make great additions to salads, sandwiches, and elevate any dish when used as a garnish. Join us on Tuesday, June 17 at 10:00 a.m. (EDT) to learn how to start your own microgreen trays by reusing materials that you likely already have around the house. Register now at go.ncsu.edu/microgreen |
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Healthy Living for Your Brain
Science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us for this virtual workshop on Thursday, June 19 at 12:00 p.m. (EST) to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Register online at go.ncsu.edu/fcsregistration |
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Cut the Clutter
Does clutter cause you stress? Tackling clutter can seem overwhelming and sometimes getting started is the hardest part. Join Jennifer Brown from the N.C. Cooperative Extension on Wednesday, June 25 at 10:45 a.m. at the Person County Senior Center to learn some simple steps you can take to begin to tackle areas of clutter that may be bothering you. No guilt, just ideas! |
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10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Join the Extension Office on Thursday, June 26 at 3:00 p.m. at the Person County Public Library in Roxboro for our workshop on the “10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s”. Participants will learn about the difference between normal aging and Alzheimer’s, common warning signs, the importance of early detection and benefits of diagnosis, next steps and expectations for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. |
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Extension At Home Series
Extension At Home is a series of virtual workshops that will be held at 10:00 a.m. (EST) on the third Tuesday of each month in 2025, brought to you by a collaboration of Cooperative Extension Agents. Our next 6-month series has been chosen and here are the topics and dates so you can go ahead and register for any or all of the workshops now at go.ncsu.edu/extensionathome |
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Save the Date
Our 2025 Aging with Gusto Conference in Person County is scheduled for Tuesday, August 26 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and it will be FREE again this year. We hope everyone can join us to celebrate as we learn how to "Flip the Script on Aging”, with a focus on transforming how society perceives, talks about, and approaches aging. Together we can promote healthy aging, increase community involvement for older adults, and tackle important issues like the prevention of elder abuse. |
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