Food, Nutrition and Health

Local Highlights

May 13, 2013

The Clarke County Extension Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is currently looking for a detailed and people-oriented individual to fill this position. The position will assist the CACFP COordinator with various duties serving area daycare providers. The job will have approximately 10 flexible hours per week with additional hours of clerical support for the Clarke County Extension office as needed. Minimum position requirements include high school graduate, valid driver's license with reliable transportation and computer/office skills. Application and job descriptions are available below. Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

Applilcation

CACFP Position Description

Clarke County Extension Part Time Office Assistant Position Description

Food Preservation 101 - Lunch and Learn Program

May 1, 2013

Can I use my boiling water canner for all my canning? Can I use Grandma's recipes? Does altitude affect canning? For answers to these questions and other food preservation questions plan to attend the Food Preservation 101 Lunch and Learn on Friday, May 24th at American State Bank, 1000 Jeffrey's Drive from noon - 1:00 pm! Barbara Anderson, Family Nutrition and Health Program Specialist for Iowa State Extension and Outreach will be presenting this 1 hour course.

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Statewide Resources

4 Day Throw Away

Many consumers don’t realize how quickly leftovers can become unsafe. Watch the videos and download the 4-Day Throw Away app to learn about the dangers of foodborne illnesses and the four-day guideline for eating, freezing or throwing away leftovers.
Child Care Nutrition Training

Participate in these classes for child care providers focused on healthy, affordable food choices and physical activities for children. Department of Human Services-approved credit is available for those attending.
Nutrition Education (EFNEP, FNP & Loving Your Family-IA)

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), Family Nutrition Program (FNP), and Loving Your Family-IA are FREE programs that help parents provide nutritious food for their families, leading to healthy children and strong families
Raising Healthy Kids

The number of overweight children (ages 6-11) has almost quadrupled in the past four decades and for adolescents (12-19) has tripled. Raising Healthy Kids is designed to help parents, communities, and childcare providers address the overweight issue.
Connect with Families!

Extension to Families is all over the social media networks. Stay in touch with us through our blogs, Facebook, and Twitter!
AnswerLine

Get answers to your home and family questions from the specialists at AnswerLine. Connect with them on the phone, email, Facebook or Twitter for information about cleaning, food preparation, preservation, and safety, home environment, equipment, nutrition, textiles, and laundry. - 1-800-262-3804 or - answer@iastate.edu
Food Safety

Keep your family or your customers safe by following these food safety tips. The Food Safety Project offers resources for foodservice operators, consumers, and educators.
Preserve the Taste of Summer

Interested in canning, freezing, and dehydrating foods? Join our food preservation program available online and through hands-on workshops to learn and practice safe food preservation techniques.
Spend Smart. Eat Smart.

Spending less on food often means investing time and effort in planning, shopping and preparing food. Check out our blog, website, and Facebook page to learn skills and adopt habits to feed your family nutritious meals for less money.