That's high praise coming from this prestigious Foundation, one of our founding partners. Overview Virginia Cooperative Extension offers educational programs in 107 offices in throughout Virginia . Extension offices help citizens through workshops, seminars, demonstrations, telephone help, research-based publications, newsletters, radio, television and satellite broadcasts and interactive computer programs. Each community's needs will help to determine the services offered by an extension office, therefore every cooperative extension office is different. Though extension offices are commonly known for their agriculture programs, many also serve older adults, families, and children.
Services can help families and seniors with household financial issues and quality of life issues.
Nutrition and Wellness Nutrition and wellness programs help people understand the role of food and nutrition in reducing disease risk and maintaining optimal health. This program promotes healthy eating, examines dietary needs for prevention of chronic disease and helps people make good use of food stamps and other resources. There are extension programs that teach budgeting skills, financial planning, and learning how to live on a fixed income. Some programs, such as the Women's Financial Information Program, are offered for midlife and older women. Most programs are open to everyone.