A number of studies have shown the association between food insecurity and chronic diseases, like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension. Many of these chronic diseases are preventable with good nutrition and physical activity. Food banks play an important role in providing the food that families need. Healthy food donations include providing more fresh, […]
March is National Nutrition Month®, so what better time than now to start becoming healthier through healthy eating and physical activity. National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education campaign created every year in March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It began as a National Nutrition Week in 1973 and became a month-long observance […]
The winter season in Wisconsin can be a challenging time to stay active, with colder temperatures, slippery conditions, and fewer daylight hours. But staying active is one of the best ways to improve your mental and physical health all year long. Physical activity has numerous mental health benefits, such as better sleep, reduced anxiety/improved stress […]
40 Youth among 8 counties in Wisconsin attended a Winter Leadership Camp at Spencer Lake in Waupaca the weekend of Jan 3-5. Youth participated in activities to enhance their leadership skills.
A few years ago, the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) in Sheboygan County had a change to their senior dining sites. The number of sites were reduced overall. In addition, some sites remained the same traditional senior meal site set-up, while others transitioned to a “restaurant/cafe style”. Each year, the local FoodWIse program teaches […]
Truong started in his role on October 28th and brings to the position a Master of Science in Youth and Family Development, experience with Cooperative Extension- University of Florida, and skills in the development and direct delivery of educational programs. The main area of work for the HDR educator focuses on Life Span, Family Engagement, […]
Sarah Feider started in the role as the full time 4-H Program Educator on September 8th. Sarah brings to the position two decades of experience in education and has a master’s degree in Adult and Continuing Education Leadership and a degree in Education, both from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Previously, over the summer, Sarah was […]
Manuel is the new Regional Dairy Educator for Sheboygan, Fond Du Lac, Dodge, and Ozaukee Counties. He is originally from Duitama, a small city in Colombia, 3 hours north of Bogotá, the capital city. He received his bachelor’s degree in Animal Science at Universidad Nacional de Colombia. In the last semesters he worked for a […]
The month of October was all about recognizing the importance of local producers and farms. It is designated “National Farm to School Month” as communities, schools, early care and education sites, organizations, and farms come together to celebrate food education, school gardens, and lunch trays filled with healthy, local ingredients. For more information on National […]
Right now is peak harvest season and many home gardeners are interested in preserving their fresh produce. Amanda Miller, FoodWIse Coordinator and Health and Well-Being Educator, is available for phone calls or emails from Sheboygan County residents that have questions on food preservation or food safety. Both beginner and expert home food preservers are welcome […]
