Nutrition is an important aspect of family life. At-risk families often have poor eating habits due to financial difficulties and lack of knowledge. Knott County Extension Service has worked with at-risk families to improve their eating choices and behaviors.
In 2006-2007, Knott County offered cooking classes to parenting groups. Local Head Start, Even Start, and Graduate Equivalent Program (GED) volunteers provided transportation for participants, incentives, and hands-on skills at the programs. Here are some of the highlights:
In 2006-2007, Knott County offered cooking classes to parenting groups. Local Head Start, Even Start, and Graduate Equivalent Program (GED) volunteers provided transportation for participants, incentives, and hands-on skills at the programs. Here are some of the highlights:
- The entire Extension staff worked with 212 parents in three cooking schools to provide information on budgeting, food safety, menu selection, grocery shopping techniques, and food preparation demonstrations.
- The participants planned the menus, prepared the food, decorated the tables, and helped with clean-up.
- 100% of the parents reported that they learned something new at each program.
- One father reported that he has started to help prepare family meals.
- Follow-up evaluations also have found an increase in food safety in the areas of food storage and food preparation.
Knott County has demonstrated there is more than one method available to teach needed family skills. These skills are important for improving the quality of life among at-risk families.
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