MORGAN COUNTY HHS - HEALTH & HUMAN SCIENCES
Purdue Extension Health and Human Sciences provides education to individuals and communities of all ages in Indiana's 92 counties. We bring university information in person and online to help people strengthen relationships, eat smart, improve health, and achieve financial wellness.
The four pillars Health & Human Sciences focuses on are:
- Food
- Family
- Money
- Health
Contact Us
Rachel Peine
Health & Human Sciences Extension Educatorrpeine@purdue.edu
180 S. Main St., STE 229
Martinsville, IN 46151
(765) 342-1010
Amy Runkel
Health & Human Sciences Program Assistant
arunkel@purdue.edu
180 S Main Street, STE 229
Martinsville, IN 46151
(765) 342-1010
Eat Right- What we eat impacts our health and well-being. To help prevent and manage chronic diseases, HHS Extension offers guidance on healthy food choices and meal preparation.
Strengthen Families- Strong individuals and families build a foundation for healthy communities and a productive society. HHS Extension programs and resources address issues across the lifespan, including child care, school readiness, relationships, and aging.
Spend Smart- Everyone benefits from learning how to make smart choices that maximize their finances and household resources. HHS Extension delivers best practices for all of your money management needs.
Live Well- Many risk factors for disability or death are preventable, and HHS Extension is dedicated to helping individuals and families improve their quality of life.
Programs offered:
- Dining with Diabetes
- Get WalkIN'
- How to Read Food Nutrition Labels
- Walking Club
- Physical Activity Across the Lifespan
- Food Budgeting and Meal Planning
- Food Allergies 101
- Sleep on It: Why Sleep Matters
- Be Heart Smart
- and more!
For a list of more of our statewide program opportunities, you can visit our State HHS Website: https://www.purdue.edu/hhs/extension
If you are interested in one or more programs, please contact our office 765-342-1010
dining with diabetes program
Do you or you loved one have DIABETES? Do you have concerns regarding Diabetes? Need help making choices or coming up with healthy food ideas?
Nutrition and physical activity are keys to managing your type 2 diabetes. But where do you start? The Dining with Diabetes program can help!
- Dining with Diabetes consists of four sessions and a reunion.
- Adults with type 2 diabetes (or who are at risk) are invited to participate. Family members, caregivers, and support persons, too.
Join our Dining with Diabetes class!!!
The dates are:
March 12, 2026 6:00p - 8:00p
March 19, 2026 6:00p - 8:00p
March 26, 2026 6:00p - 8:00p
April 2, 2026 6:00p - 8:00p
The classes will be held:
Paragon Volunteer Fire Department
101 W. Union St.
Paragon, IN 46166
Register NOW! Space is Limited!
Registering for this event is necessary for food planning and for handouts.
Use this link:
If you are having trouble registering - contact Rachel to sign up:
Office: 765-342-1010
Email: rpeine@purdue.edu
“This project is supported by Indiana Department of Health with funding from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded number NU58DP007401 funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services.”
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