April 28, 2020
Extension Updates
Grapes, MF635. Ward Upham. Tips for growing grapes in Kansas gardens. Covers growing requirements and varieties, site preparation and planting, training and pruning systems, and harvesting.
When Your Income Drops: Don't Panic -- Take Control, MF3497. Elizabeth Kiss. If economic misfortune strikes you or your family in the form of reduced income, is there anything you can do to minimize the hardship? Yes. This fact sheet provides specific suggestions for taking control of your emotions and finances as you navigate new challenges.
When Your Income Drops: Making Ends Meet, MF3498. Elizabeth Kiss. When your income drops, you can take a close look at your obligations and make informed decisions about what to do. This fact sheet outlines five "Cs" to making ends meet.
When Your Income Drops: Coping with Stress, MF3499. Elizabeth Kiss. Rapid changes are stressful. This fact sheet helps you understand some causes, effects, and ways of handling stress during challenging circumstances.
When Your Income Drops: Using Community and Family Resources, MF3500. Debra Wood, et al. Loss of income or a job can be a traumatic experience. Family and community can be sources of supply, support, and aid. Kansas has many support services that aid those coping with unemployment or loss of income. This fact sheet presents an overview of some community and family resources that may help during such times.
When Your Income Drops: Sharpening Survival Skills, MF3501. Elizabeth Kiss. A loss of income can help you identify values, goals, priorities, and even skills you can sharpen. This fact sheet suggests ways to make the most of your resources, both financial and human.
Managing Family Stress During COVID-19, MF3506. University of Maryland School of Public Health, used with permission. The uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is causing disruptions in our family and work life. This poster-sized fact sheet suggests ways to help families manage stress.
Talking to Young Children About Coronavirus, MF3507. University of Maryland School of Public Health, used with permission. Young children will have many questions about changes in their regular routine. This fact sheet provides suggestions for how parents can talk to preschool-age children about what is happening around them in ways they can understand.
Talking to Your School-aged Child About Coronavirus, MF3508. University of Maryland School of Public Health, used with permission. School-aged children will have many questions about the changes in their daily lives and routines. This fact sheet provides suggestions for talking to your children and helping them manage stress.
Talking to Your Teens About Coronavirus, MF3509. University of Maryland School of Public Health, used with permission. Most teens are aware of COVID-19 and are experiencing changes to their daily lives. This fact sheet suggests ways parents can ensure their teens are receiving reliable information and help them manage stress.
Suddenly in Charge: Community Outreach, MF3510. Anne Pitts. Aimed at children who are suddenly responsible for younger people in their care, this publication includes tips for reaching out to the community. It also includes activity and snack suggestions. In English and Spanish.