Almost two years ago, my mom was diagnosed with dementia. It was the first time I had ever experienced something like that so close to home and it was scary and confusing and heartbreaking to see someone I love so much change so drastically. ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Springtime brings warmer weather and festive occasions like Easter, Passover, and graduations. And what's a spring celebration without eggs? From cooking all the traditional recipes to preparing for the annual egg hunt, it's important to handle ... READ MORE
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As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. In the wake of Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Congratulations to our new Wakulla County Extension Director, Samantha Kennedy! Director for the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension program Although Samantha is taking on a new role as the Director for the UF/IFAS Wakulla County ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, Home Management, Money Matters, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, WORK & LIFE
“Stressed is just desserts spelled backwards.” When I was younger, I took this saying to heart. If I was stressed, I reached for the sweets. That instant rush of sugar to my brain provided a feeling of happiness and contentment. But it was ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
The second annual "Walk Across Wakulla" event officially begins on February 7, 2022. Come join us! The UF/IFAS Wakulla Extension office invites you and your family to Walk Across Wakulla with us! From February 7 until March 7, 2022, participants ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEI am not sure what is happening to me right now, but I am really into the organizing mode. It goes further than cleaning out accumulated clutter: I want my family records organized and shared with others in my family. Once again, I am happy ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEBy Shelley Swenson Extension Agent III UF-IFAS Wakulla County Extension I am not sure what is happening to me right now, but I am really into the organizing mode. It goes further than cleaning out accumulated clutter: I want my family ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, by the year 2050 the nation’s elderly population will more than double to 88 million, and the more frail, the over 85 year population will quadruple to 19 million. Older Floridians, their families, and ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFEBy Shelley Swenson Extension Agent III UF-IFAS Wakulla County Extension According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by the year 2050 the nation’s elderly population will more than double to 88 million, and the more frail, the over 85 ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE