Family Nutrition Program

Welcome to Mahoning County
Family Nutrition Program

Laura Courtwright
courtwright.4@osu.edu
Program Assistant, FNP

The Ohio State University Extension Family Nutrition Program in Mahoning County targets the senior audience to provide valuable education in the areas of nutrition, money management, and food safety.  Educational programs and demonstrations at community sites will meet the needs of seniors in Mahoning County.

How Can I Participate in the Family Nutrition Program?

You may contact the Extension office  at (330) 533-5538 for a listing of programs being offered in your county.

The Family Nutrition Program Offers:

Nutrition...

Use of MyPyramid, a guide to daily food choices, as set by the United States Department of Agriculture.

Meal Planning...

Balanced menu and recipe planning for low-cost meals that meet the requirements outlined in MyPyramid.

Food Safety...

Appropriate preparation and storage of foods to prevent food borne illnesses.

Money Management...

Getting the most value from dollars spent by planning spending, developing shopping
skills, and being smarter consumers.

Food Security...

Budgeting tips for better management of food dollars so an individual may make informed
decisions on time, effort, and money.