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About Us
County Impact Statements - Clark County
Volunteerism...The Key to Vitality in Extension Homemakers Clubs
Volunteerism is what keeps Extension Homemakers Clubs going and growing in
the times we live in. Our EHC members volunteer in the community through many
avenues reaching, teaching and creating new friendships for the betterment of
our communities and our homes.
Among the many needs facing the home and family today is the need to manage
money in a better and more constructive way, to reduce indebtedness and to
increase savings.
Also among young families where both parents work there is the need to serve
nutritious, pleasing meals with a minimum of time expended. Working mothers want
to spend time with their families while creating a good home atmosphere.
Single mothers and especially those who do not have extended family, need
extra information concerning finances and family roles. Children need a sense of
family regardless of how large or how small.
Through our local newspapers, cable television, and radio stations,
information regarding Single Parenting, Family Finances, Diabetes Education,
Family Relations, and much more is presented to all county citizens to help
increase awareness of events and information provided at the local level of the
Cooperative Extension Service.
Our customers are number one to us and we enjoy serving them throughout the
year and making our services and programs available to all who come our way.
EHC Members sew patches on band uniforms in memory of Rachel
Fuller, a band student, who lost her life in American Airlines
Flight 1420 in Little Rock.
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Impacts
- In FY2001, 24 educational programs relating to Family and Consumer
Sciences were conducted. 5,000 Clark County residents received information
they could use to improve their home and family life.
- In FY 2001, Extension Homemakers assisted the Arkansas Children’s
Hospital with needs by knitting and crocheting baby caps, booties and sewing
premie gowns. They also made teaching dolls by the dozens.
- In FY 2001, there were 9 educational programs developed for leaders for
monthly programs relating to food, health and resource management.
- In 2001, with nearly 200 members in 10 clubs participated in educational
activities, volunteer work and community development opportunities.
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