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Essential Living Skills: Essential Home Maintenance

by Debra Bolton

S134C

This curriculum helps participants learn about safe, affordable cleaning methods; develop strategies for controlling clutter; and understand important factors in home safety. 82-page, 3-hole punched; b/w with color cover.

Revision Date: Jun 2016

2020 Culture of Health Report

RPT105

The report describes how K-State Research and Extension is working to build and sustain a culture of health across Kansas. A recent large-scale initiative provided mini-grants to 31 teams who proposed community-based strategies that would support the health and well-being of Kansans. 4 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2021

Living in the Country

by G. Morgan Powell Kerri Ebert

MF2798

Make informed decisions about purchasing a home or site in rural Kansas. Topics include farms, utilities, wastewater, roads, property maintenance, fire protection, wildlife. (Minor text change made in online file, Feb. 2011.) 16-page, color.

Revision Date: May 2008

When Your Income Drops: Coping with Stress

by Elizabeth Kiss

MF3499

Rapid changes are stressful. This fact sheet helps you understand some causes, effects, and ways of handling stress in the midst of challenging circumstances. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2020

When Your Income Drops: Community and Family Resources

by Debra Wood Renae Riedy Elizabeth Kiss

MF3500

Loss of income or a job can be a traumatic experience. Family and community can be sources of supply, support, and aid. Kansas has many support services that aid those coping with unemployment or loss of income. This fact sheet presents an overview of some community and family resources that may help during such times. 6 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2020

Digital Estate Planning

by Cliff Hight Elizabeth Kiss

MF3591

The increasing amount of electronic information and online accounts have caused legislators, estate planners, and others to provide guidance for people as they consider their digital afterlife. The steps outlined in this publication can help in your efforts to include your digital footprint in your estate planning and provide some peace of mind. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Oct 2021

Advance Health Care Planning in Kansas, Spanish

by Erin Yelland

MF3280S

Translated into Spanish. By stating your health care preferences in writing before a health crisis occurs, you can ensure that you will receive the type or degree of care you want. There are many different and unique documents to help you plan for your future. This booklet will guide you through these valuable tools and give you the resources to plan for your future needs. 12 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Nov 2021

When Your Income Drops: Sharpening Survival Skills

by Elizabeth Kiss

MF3501

A loss of income can help you identify values, goals, priorities, and even skills you can sharpen. This fact sheet suggests ways to make the most of your resources, both financial and human. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2020

When Your Income Drops: Don't Panic -- Take Control

by Elizabeth Kiss

MF3497

If economic misfortune strikes you or your family in the form of reduced income, is there anything you can do to minimize the hardship? Yes. This fact sheet provides specific suggestions for taking control of your emotions and finances as you navigate new challenges. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2020

When Your Income Drops: Making Ends Meet

by Elizabeth Kiss

MF3498

When your income drops, you can take a close look at your obligations and make informed decisions about what to do. This fact sheet outlines five "Cs" to making ends meet. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2020

What Your Attorney Should Know

by Erin Petersilie Anna Schremmer Renae Riedy

MF3454

You can save time and money by having necessary information and documents in hand for that first visit to your attorney and other estate planning professionals. Includes a checklist of information your attorney will need. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2019

Estate Planning Goals

by Anna Schremmer Renae Riedy Erin Petersilie

MF3453

When doing estate planning, consider the objectives you want to achieve through the process. This checklist can help you set priorities as you begin the estate planning process. 2 pages, color

Published Date: Apr 2019

Managing Stress and Pursuing Wellness in Times of Tight Margins (Presentation)

by Sean Brotherson Lindy Berg

MF3410

This lesson increases awareness of farm stress, explores key issues, and provides guidance for coping with stress and identifying resources. The PDF can be used in conjunction with the facilitator’s guide, as handouts for participants, or as a presenter reference. Includes information for obtaining the slides in Powerpoint format, if you prefer. 27 slides, color.

Published Date: Jun 2018

Managing Stress and Pursuing Wellness in Times of Tight Margins, Lesson Evaluation

by Lindy Berg Sean Brotherson

MF3411

Farm and ranch families experience more stress during challenging economic times. Use this evaluation after teaching the lesson (MF3409). 1-page, color.

Published Date: Jun 2018

Planning Your Wedding

by Elizabeth Kiss Melanie Bostwick

MF3380

Planning ahead for your wedding can help you stay within your financial means and put you on the path to happily ever after. This worksheet helps you plan for your wedding, including costs and responsibilities. 6 pages, color.

Published Date: Aug 2017