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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Palo Alto County

When you need to make decisions that affect your family, community, business or farm, look to Palo Alto County Extension and Iowa State University Extension for unbiased, researched-based information and education to help you make better decisions.

Office Hours: 9:00AM to 4:30PM Monday - Friday

Office will be closed November 22 and 23rd in Observation of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

County News

November 19, 2018
4-H Candy Workshop

4-H members of all ages are invited to a countywide candy workshop on Saturday, December 8th, from 9:00-2:00 at the Palo Alto County Extension Office, downstairs meeting room.  We will be learning to make some simple Christmas candies and putting together a container for each participant to take home to their families.  Cost is $20.00 and will include pizza for lunch.  Pre-registration is required with a maximum of 20 participants.  Deadline to register is Monday, Dec. 4th.

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November 14, 2018
Your Money Your Future

Life is not about money - but how you deal with oney has a huge impact on your quality of life, your family's life, and the life of your community.

When you have sound information and strong skills, you can make your money work for you and for your future. You can manage your money effectively, make better financial decisions and live according to your priorities. With sound financial management you can be financially secure throughout your life span.

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November 14, 2018
Writing Your Retirement Paycheck

Take steps now to make your resources last a lifetime by determining your income needs in retirement and gathering current information about your retirement savings to evaluate progress and determine new savings goals!

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November 14, 2018
A Journey Through Parkinson's Disease
This highly interactive three-session program is designed to help participants recognize the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease (PD), to understand what causes PD, and how treatments work. The program will also describe what therapeutic activities can be done in the home.
Each 45-minute session will be led by ISU Extension and Outreach Field Specialist, Brenda Schmitt,  who is a trained class leader.
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November 14, 2018
Finances of Caregiving
Do you provide care and support to a family member who is elderly, ill or has a disability?
Being a family caregiver comes with many responsibilities. Families are challenged to determine what is best for the person needing care and the impact on the family.
 
The workshop series includes:
  • development of a notebook of financial records
  • presentations by community experts
  • case studies
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