We foster healthy parenting skills, enrich family relationships, and promote emotional wellness. UT Extension’s Family and Consumer Sciences supports families all across Tennessee with research-based programming aimed at building healthy relationships, cultivating emotional wellness, supporting child and youth development, and providing support during family transitions.
For more information about family programming, please contact Kaysie Adkins, UT Extension – kadkin17@utk.edu or 865-453-3695
Upcoming Programs:
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This is a NEW Program!
Are you a new or soon-to-be parent who is interested in making your baby food?
This program is partnering with the local Health Department to educate you on food safety and nutrition tips as you make nutritious food for your little one(s).
If you are interested in this program, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page!
We would love to hear from you!
More Information Coming Soon!
Babysitting ROCKS will be a 3-day camp that targets youth 12 and older and provides them with a comprehensive experience with all aspects of babysitting topics. Broad topics include child development, health, safety, communicating with parents, saving money, etc.
The program cost for this babysitting class will include a participant handbook, marketing materials, a basket filled with babysitting necessities, a First Aid certification, and lunch for each day.
If you have a child who is interested in this program, please fill out the form below!
Additional Resources
If you are interested in one of these programs, please fill out the form below!
Family and Consumer Sciences