The family has long been the focus of the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. Upcoming Programs Focus on Families Oklahoma families face many challenges. Most parents of young and school-aged children are in the labor force.
Single parenthood is a reality for many, including Oklahoma teens.
Mid-life adults are trying to meet the needs of elderly parents while caring for their own children. These family situations are not new, only more pronounced. Through Extension's programs, families can learn to address these and other issues, including quality child care, teen pregnancy, environmental protection, money management, health, nutrition, and more. The Center for Disease Control estimates that each year 14 percent of the population become ill from food microorganisms. Nearly one-fourth of these illnesses are attributed to improperly handled food at home.