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A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce…
Building Strong Families is a comprehensive and dynamic program designed to empower individuals and families with the tools, resources and support they need to cultivate strong, resilient and harmonious family units.
MU Extension’s Community Health program’s goal is to achieve optimal health and well-being for every Missourian at every stage of life.
Eating healthy doesn’t have to break the bank. Our Cooking Matters programs teach smart shopping strategies and healthy cooking skills that can help you prepare nutritious, low-cost meals and snacks at home.
The Early Childhood Hub, a dedicated space curated by our MU Extension team, aims to empower & support adults who shape the early years of a child's life, which includes families, teachers & child care providers. Our goal is to equip you with valuable information & resources to help…
FNEP provides research-based nutrition education to Missouri’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients and those who are eligible. MU Extension nutrition educators work in a variety of settings throughout the state with the goal of helping participants make behavior changes to…
Parents who are divorcing or separating face unique challenges in parenting their children while living apart. The purpose of the Focus on Kids (FOK) program is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children through the divorce/separation process, and to help parents develop ways…
The Food Preservation program provides up-to-date, research-based procedural recommendations, tested recipes, and hands-on workshops that assist the consumer in safely preserving produce and other products.
The goals of the Food Safety program include educating consumers on safe food handling in food preparation and food preservation, and educating farmers and farmers market vendors on food safety and regulatory compliance. Many topics are highlighted on this site to help you learn how to safely…
Life expectancy for American men has been falling in recent years, widening an existing gap in the expected lifespans of men and women. The Health Information for Men (HIM) program aims to help change that by providing information on the latest findings on health-related topics.
In order to promote healthier eating options while also keeping costs low and profit margins high, partners from across the state worked together to develop toolkits that offer healthy model guidelines, menu choices and easy-to-use tools for concessions in Missouri parks and schools.
Missouri is the first state chapter of the national Heroes to Hives program. Heroes to Hives is a unique program offered through the Michigan Food & Farming Systems that seeks to address financial and personal wellness of veterans through free professional training and community development…
A 9-week paid internship that includes hands-on experience in a University of Missouri research setting and work with county-based Extension faculty members.
Learn homesteading skills like gardening, making cleaning products, animal care and food preservation—blended with wellness, safety and sustainability—in-person and online.
Variety of classes for individuals with chronic conditions and for caregivers to learn how to face challenges and manage a healthy life.
Learn how to recognize mental health challenges and offer support through practical, evidence-based Mental Health First Aid training.
AgrAbility helps farmers with disabilities and their families succeed. The program provides practical education and on-the-farm assistance that promotes agricultural and rural independence.
MOCAN is a partner-driven council of professionals across the state collaborating to implement and support policy changes that will improve the health and quality of life of Missourians.
Farm to School is any activity connecting schools to local food and farms. Its main goals are to serve fresh, high-quality, locally grown food in school cafeterias; to provide agriculture, health and nutrition education; and to support local and regional farmers.
IRS-certified student volunteers gain real-world experience by providing free tax assistance to people with low or moderate incomes, those with disabilities, older adults and English-as-a-second-language taxpayers.
At the MU Family Impact Center, we aim to provide lifelong education that will help mid-Missouri’s residents improve their quality of life.
Performance Nutrition: The Competitive Edge is a six-module program that shows athletes, parents and coaches how to use proper nutrition before, during and after competition to help athletes perform their best and avoid injury.
Helping older adults improve strength, balance, and flexibility through safe, gradual exercises. It offers both in-person and virtual options to stay active.
A comprehensive, community-based program that enables communities to improve access to healthy foods by working with a small food retailer.
Strength in Numbers helps adults make lasting health changes through group support and expert-led lessons on topics like nutrition, stress, and sleep.
Having a strong relationship with your romantic partner can be hard. The Strong Couples program can help. Whether you want to build greater intimacy and connection, communicate more effectively with your partner, or protect your marriage from divorce, our online program, which is free and can be…
The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere.
Offering research-based strategies to manage stress, focus on mindfulness, and incorporate positive psychology into daily life.
Whether you need relief from arthritis pain or just want to be active, the Arthritis Foundation’s six week Walk With Ease program can teach you how to safely make physical activity part of your everyday life.
Engage in brain-boosting games and discussions to enhance memory, focus, and social connections in a fun, supportive group setting.
Adult Americans spend a significant amount of the day at the worksite, so it is a logical place to find new ways to encourage and promote physical activity and other factors that promote health. Worksite wellness programs are designed by companies to support employees in their health decisions.