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What Is Family & Consumer Sciences?

FCS stands for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension. FCS programming focus on building assets of individuals and families to address problems faced across the lifespan. Family and Consumer Sciences Extension emphasizes well-being with a focus on human development, parenting, resource management, nutrition, health and leadership development.

At the community level, FCS Extension prepares individuals for community and economic development and activity. Professionals in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension provide the tools to help individuals and families to develop resources for strengthening families and building community for an ever changing society.

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Christy Stearns
Clinton County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences
(606) 387-5404
christy.stearns@uky.edu

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Aug 14 2026

Community Health Fair

7:30am CDT

Clinton County Extension Office

University of Kentucky Extension
Agriculture Science Center North
1100 South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40546-0091

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