University of Illinois Extension

Events (12)

Learning In Lawnchairs: A Little Abstract

5:30 PM- 6:30 PM

Tue, 09/29/2020 - 12:00

Whiteside County Extension Office

Share Your Life Story

1:00 PM- 2:30 PM

Tue, 10/06/2020 - 12:00

Dixon Post House

Learning In Lawnchairs: Escape Room In A Bag

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Tue, 10/06/2020 - 12:00

Whiteside County Extension Office

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Caregiver Self-Care

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving webinar Oct 8 at 6:30 pm addresses self-care for caregivers.

Wits Fitness-Dixon

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Tue, 10/13/2020 - 12:00

KSB Hospital

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Losses and Mixed Emotions

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/15/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Oct 15 at 6:30 pm addresses various losses and emotions caregivers face.

Learning In Lawnchairs: Make Your Own Mindfulness Kit

5:30 PM- 6:30 PM

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 12:00

Whiteside County Extension Office

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Changing Relationships

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving webinar Oct 22 at 6:30 pm addresses changes in family relationships, long-distance caregiving, and family support.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Care for Couple Relationships

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Oct 29 at 6:30 pm addresses the stress and solutions for couple care when one or both is in a caregiving situation.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Speak Clearly, Listen Carefully

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 11/05/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Nov 5 at 6:30 pm addresses communication techniques important in caregiving situations.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Eldercare Resources

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 11/12/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Nov 12 at 6:30 pm addresses available eldercare resources.

Discover Wellness Summit

Fri, 04/23/2021 - 12:00

Galesburg

Blog Posts (50)

Tiempo de calidad con los niños

Fighting social isolation

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Additional ways to build resilience

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Feeling grateful during difficult times

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Sabías que...

Helping young children handle stress

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Create boundaries between work and homelife

Unplug and re-engage in life

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Be an intentional family

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Being grateful is good for you

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Coloring - It's not just for kids!

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Practice Mindful Eating for Your Health

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Immerse Yourself in Nature for Improved Health

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"Make Your Mark" for Older Americans Month 2020

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Practice Mindfulness in May

Mindfulness for Stress Reduction

neon pink sign that says breatheIn today’s world, especially now, no one is immune to feeling stressed. Eustress or positive stress can help motivate us to do well and get things accomplished. However, according to University of Illinois Extension educators, if stress accumulates and is not managed effectively or there is no outlet for it – stress can become chronic and have adverse effects on our minds and bodies. Chronic stress has potentially harmful effects across the lifespan on the brain, on one’s

Journal your way to a grateful heart

Physical distancing not Social distancing - ways to stay in touch

Work Smart from Home

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Helping teenagers deal with disappointment

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Staying connected in our new normal

Keeping in Touch While Keeping Your Distance

University of Illinois Extension Helps Area Residents "Live Well"

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Time to prioritize family mealtimes

Schedule a Family Night In

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Frequent Social Contact in Midlife May Reduce Dementia Risk

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Preventing Tantrums during the Holidays

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Managing Holiday Stress

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Substance Use Disorders Affect All Family Members

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Celebrate National Family Caregiver Month

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Farmers Can Feel the Stress

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Helping Kids (and Parents) Adjust to College

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Don't Be Scammed!

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A Family Night In

Back to School: Proceed with...Mindfulness?

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Generations Can Learn From Each Other

Celebrate the Fourth with Family Safety in Mind

Break from School

I Can Do It!!! Helping Preschoolers Learn Self-Help Skills

Intentional Harmony

Getting Ready for Kindergarten

Too Much is NOT a Good Thing

Are You Guilty of Distracted Driving?

Forest Bathing for Improved Health

Helping Your Child Make Decision for Higher Education

Building Your Baby's Brain

Don't Put Off Reading This Article!

Reconnect with the world outside for optimal health

Screen Time and Young Children: A Q& A from the Illinois Early Learning Project

September is Fall Prevention Month

News Releases (23)

Mobile app supports youth development on the go

Learn in Your Lawn Chair at the University of Illinois Extension

6th Annual Monarch Migration Festival to be held online

Leave Your Legacy by Writing Your Life Story

Extension Webinars Offered May 11 to May 22

Family challenge helps curb distancing blues

Document family history with free writing workshop

Illinois Extension presses forward with planning for summer 4-H shows

Learn tips for keeping your brain fit

Understanding the truths of autism

At Home Activities for Families and Friends

Program cancellations and postponements

Keep Your Brain Healthy With Monthly Brain Health Exercise Class

Keep Your Brain Healthy With Monthly Brain Health Exercise Class in Thomson

Keep Your Brain Healthy With Monthly Brain Health Exercise Class in Morrison

Keep Your Brain Healthy With Monthly Brain Health Exercise Class in Mt. Carroll

Keep Your Brain Healthy With Monthly Brain Health Exercise Class

Extension Offers Child Care University for Child Care Professionals

Brain Health & Aging Resources from Illinois Extension

Extension Educator Offers Tips for National Eat Better, Eat Together Month

Making Meaningful Memory Care Visits

Back to School Basics for Families

Extension Hosts Brain Health Program

Staff (3)

Karla Belzer

Karla Belzer

Extension Educator, Family Life

Tessa Hobbs-Curley

Tessa Hobbs-Curley

Extension Educator, Family Life

Molly Hofer

Molly Hofer

Extension Educator, Family Life