Boone County Extension Homemakers

BOONE COUNTY EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Indiana Extension Homemakers is to strengthen families through continuing education, leadership development, and volunteer community support.

IEHA VISION STATEMENT

The Indiana Extension Homemakers are dedicated to empowering and enriching the lives of individuals, families, and communities. 

For additional information about Indiana Extension Homemakers Association visit the state web site:

http://www.ieha-families.org/ 

2021-2022 EDUCATIONAL LESSONS

October 19, 2021

10:00 am - Simplify Your Life

11:00 am - Memory, Forgetfulness, and Aging: What's Normal and What's Not?

March 17, 2022

1:00 pm - Eating for Your Health

2:00 pm - Code Red

See attached file for more information on the lessons

HOMEMAKERS HELPING TEACHERS

The Boone County Extension Homemakers have established a grant program for teachers in a state accredited elementary school in Boone County. The program will award a $100.00 grant each month for educational purposes; curriculum supplies, resources, etc. The grant is not intended to be used for room decorations, class parties, or individual awards. Applications will be reviewed monthly from August - April of the current academic year.  See application and additional requirements in the attached files.    

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

The Holiday Bazaar is November 20, 2021 from 9:00-4:00 pm.  See attached file for more information

THREADS OF COMPASSION PROGRAM

IEHA is working with with Indiana Donor Network to provide shawls for organ donors families. Volunteers are needed to knit or crochet the shawls.  Instructions for the shawls are located in attached files.  

CLOTH FACE COVERINGS 

The CDC, Center for Disease Control, has provided guidelines for making cloth face coverings.  Instructions for the face coverings is located in attached files.  Check out the website for more information.  www.cdc.gov/coronavirus