Social distancing, self-isolation, quarantine: the changes from COVID-19 can be hard to handle. However, Iowans can turn to Iowa Concern for help, says Tammy Jacobs, coordinator for the long-time service from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.  With a toll-free phone number, live chat capabilities and a website, Iowa Concern services are available 24 hours a day, seven days per week at no charge. Iowa Concern provides access to stress counselors and an attorney for legal education, as well as information and referral services for a wide variety of topics.

4-H provides youth the opportunity to reach their full potential by working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H volunteers are one of the essential elements of ISU Extension’s youth-serving organization.

On November 10, beginning at 7 pm at the Fayette Opera House located at 301 South Main, Fayette Iowa State University Extension’s 4-H volunteers from Fayette County are invited to “Planning for Success of 4-H Youth” training. This training will help volunteers engage in learning strategies to effectively manage groups and develop a stronger understanding of the importance of planning ahead and being prepared to help in creating a productive and effective group experience. Volunteers will have the opportunity to apply positive youth development framework to create vibrant youth learning environments. In addition, leaders will share resources that can be used with 4-H youth throughout the year.