OSU Multnomah County Family and Community Development Program Oregon State University Extension Multnomah County Faculty, staff and volunteers in the Family and Community Development Program help families and communities link with the resources available at Oregon State University. We partner with local agencies and organizations to reach their program participants and staff with current, useful information that will help individuals and families reach their personal self-sufficiency goals. Diet, Nutrition, and Health Good health starts with good nutrition. Nutrition programs focus on dietary guidelines, the food guide pyramid, and wellness.
Programs also address cost-effective food purchase, storage, and preparation.
Family Development and Resource Management Family, regardless of its structure, is the greatest influence on our lives. Effective families and caring communities raise self-sufficient, healthier children who contribute to a good quality workforce. Leadership and Community Development Communication, decision making, problem solving, and leadership skills are developed by youth and adults participating in Extension programs. Volunteers in all Extension programs learn and practice leadership skills.