Ohio State University resources
Ohio State University Extension:
Extension provides practical advice, sensible solutions, and realistic down-to-earth answers for ALL Ohioans.
Ohio AgrAbility
The Ohio AgrAbility Program is part of a national program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that promotes independence for people in agriculture who want to continue to farm after experiencing a disabling condition. The Ohio State University has partnered with Easter Seals to help bring this program to you at the local level. Our Program’s goal is to provide education, resources, and technical assistance to those individuals and their families so they may continue to be successful in agriculture.
Family and Consumer Science
OSU Extension FCS aspires to be the recognized leader in the state for enhancing the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities through research, education, and outreach. We value diversity and strive to build on the assets of the individuals, families, and communities we serve. OSU Extension FCS is Empowerment Through Education.
OSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences blogs
https://fcs.osu.edu/news/blogs
•Live Healthy, Live Well
•Live Smart Ohio;
•Healthy Living Resources Telecast
•Chow Line
Healthy Aging resources
The "Senior Series Team" is a collaborative task force consisting of professionals from Ohio State University Extension, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Ohio Aging Network. Educational resources and programming material developed by the Senior Series Team are available at no charge.
Manage your Stress with Mindful Wellness
“Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.”
Mindfulness is a mind and body practice that centers on the connections between the brain, mind, body and behavior.
Eating Healthy during stressful times
4-H Youth Development
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills as they work in partnership with caring adults.
Community Development
Ohio State University Extension Community Development helps communities enhance their well-being and create social, economic and environmental conditions in which they can thrive.
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Within OSU Extension, the Agriculture and Natural Resources team provides Ohioans resources and educational programs focusing on profitable and sustainable agriculture, a clean environment and proper stewardship of Ohio's natural resources.
Alber Enterprise Center: Elder Care Certificate Program
Anyone who cares or interacts with older adults will find the Elder Care Certificate Program a wealth of information about issues facing our aging population. This program, developed by Ohio State's Alber Center and piloted with leading long-term care organizations, will transform the way participants work with elders and enhance their status as caring individuals.
To register for the next workshop series in the Columbus area: go.osu.edu/ecc2020
For other workshop locations www.alberosu.com/elder-care-cert.php
Trauma informed care approach – resources and workshops
https://fcs.osu.edu/programs/healthy-relationships-0/trauma-informed-care-approach
Ohio mental health resources guides (county specific)
College of Nursing Martha S. Pitzer Center for Women, Children and Youth:
College of Nursing Martha S. Pitzer Center for Women, Children and Youth is internationally renowned for the discovery of new knowledge and its translation into real world settings to optimize health and wellness outcomes in infants, children, adolescents and women through health promotion and risk reduction.