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Family Life Article October 2009
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
“Layoffs, state budget cuts and overall economic uncertainty can chip away at a family’s ability to cope. Just when they need each other’s support the most …”

managing tough times

Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 2/17/2009)
“Keeping families strong during tough times is important. Check out three new publications with tips for managing your family’s relationships during these tough times.”

Extension Offers Help When Making Financial Decisions
(Posted on 12/23/2008)
The current economy can make it difficult to stretch your dollar as far as you would like. The eXtension website provides many resources to help your family make wise financial decisions.

Mills County Resource Directory
(Posted on 8/11/2008)
This directory contains all the phone numbers for any resource needed in Mills County

Money

Money for Life Newletter
(Posted on 1/5/2007)
Hints and Tips for Family Financial Management

News from Iowa State University Extension

In Times of Stress, Manage Conflict, Don’t Blame — and Call Iowa Concern
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
The coordinator of Iowa State University Extension’s Iowa Concern Hotline offers tips to keep conflict positive when dealing with stress and economic hard times.
ISU Extension Offers Resources for Farmers Under Stress
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Local ISU Extension offices can provide a gateway to a wide variety of resources available to help farm families deal with challenging times.
Iowans Say Changes Due to Recession and Community Education Are Permanent
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Iowans are making spending changes during the recession that may become permanent, according to a recent national poll. At the same time they are willing to help people who are struggling, as exemplified in Iowa's Horizons communities.

Staff

Sherry Ford-County Extension Education Director
Phone: 712-624-8616
Fax: 712-624-8228
Email: slford@iastate.edu

Mary Hughes-Families Specialist
Phone: (712) 366 7070
Fax: (712) 366-7024
Email: mhughes@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension