Family and Consumer Sciences

Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) programming assists individuals and families as they grow and develop, providing the development of essential life skills. Topics are wide and varied - from cooking to decision making; personal hygiene to community health; consumer purchases to financial planning; infant development to aging; housing to nutrition, health and safety. FCS helps people understand the hows and whys of daily life and to gain the skills needed to maneuver through life.

K-State Research and Extension Family and Consumer Sciences programs aim to empower individuals and families with knowledge and skills to make informed decisions that enhance their well-being and quality of life. These programs often collaborate with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to reach a broader audience and address local needs effectively. Local FCS extension agents provide research-based education and resources to help individuals and families improve their lives in various aspects related to family, health, nutrition, finances, and more. Find your local FCS extension agent.

The FCS program typically offers a wide range of services and resources, including workshops, classes, publications, online resources, and one-on-one consultations. Some common areas of focus within FCS include:

• Food Preparation, Processing and Safety
• Health and Wellness
• Supporting communities
• Financial Planning

 

 

 

 

 

Meet Our FACS Extension Team

• Ashley Svaty, Northwest FCS Specialist
• Rachael Clews, Southwest FCS Specialist

FCS Resources

• K-State Health & Nutrition web site
• College of Human Ecology web site
• Family Nutrition Program (FNP)
• Family Consumer Sciences Rapid Response Center
• College of Human Ecology
• Extension Human Nutrition
• Families
• Family and Consumer Sciences-KSU
• FCS Annual Lessons
• Family Nutrition Program
• Food Safety
• Wonder Wise Parent
• Recovery.org