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Impact Report

For plan Financial Security for All (Chaves County)
Date November 1, 2010, 8:04 pm
For Objective Short-term Show short-term objectives
Impact Report The home economist offered five programs in the area of consumerism/ financial security. These programs were delivered as Extension Leader’s Trainings or workshops. All programs were open to the public. Hands on program topics included: “Sew What’s New in Fabric Techniques” was the program presented by the agent in March. At the leader’s trainings each club sends two representatives to the training and then teaches the information learned to other club members. Participants gained knowledge in new techniques such as texturizing fabric, rousching, weaving to make fabric, and how to make fabric from scrap material. Simple and economical sewing projects were also shown along with steps on how to make them using the new fabric techniques. Over 100 participants received this information along with 250 booklets distributed to members and general public. “Have Your Cake & Eat It Too” was the Leader’s Training that was presented by the agent for the month of April. Participants gained knowledge in history of the cake mix, kinds of baking pans, how to prepare pans for baking, baking tips, baking terms, and how to create a delicious dessert using an inexpensive boxed cake mix. A hands-on activity was provided by the agent as participants were divided into groups, then given various ingredients which included a cake made from a box. They had to create a truffle using the ingredients provided. Over 100 participants received this information along with 250 booklets distributed to members and general public. “Everything Is Coming Up Flowers” was the topic for the August Leader’s Training that was presented by this agent. Eighteen Extension Club Members were given an opportunity to make a fresh flower arrangement during this training. Participants gained knowledge in flower selection and care, how to make an inexpensive arrangement, and different floral designs. Members enjoyed this hands-on experience as many stated they had never done flower arranging before. Over 100 participants received this information along with 250 booklets distributed to members and general public. “Basis Home Maintenance” Leader’s Training was held the month of September for the Chaves County Extension Clubs. Participants gained knowledge in how to maintain their homes by using a checklist for spring, summer, fall, and winter. A simple questionnaire was provided by the agent to address certain home maintenance issues. This approach allowed open discussion by all participants. One member stated that “the information she learned at the leaders training, inspired her to find out where the breaker box and water shut off was located in her home.” She had always left home maintenance to her husband. Participants also became aware of how much money they could save if they would do seasonal maintenance on their home. Over 100 participants received this information along with 250 booklets distributed to members and general public Five Quilting Workshops were offered to Extension Club Members and public. Participants gained knowledge in how to cut out a turning twenty quilt, how to properly use a rotary blade, mat and acrylic ruler, importance of pressing, how to piece and bind a quilt, and how to miter a corner. Eight (8) participants completed their quilts.