FCS Educator Dr. Denise Joseph with information materials

 

Family & Consumer Sciences in Charles County

The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) program provides research-based education that helps individuals and families make informed decisions about their health, finances, and overall well-being. Programs are designed to build practical life skills that support healthy living, financial stability, and improved quality of life across the lifespan.

FCS programs vary by county based on local needs and available expertise. Contact our office to learn about educational programs, workshops, and resources available in Charles County.

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Charles County Financial Wellness Program

Financial Wellness empowers individuals and families to make informed financial decisions, build financial resilience, and achieve their personal goals. University of Maryland Extension Financial Wellness Educators, provide research-based education, practical tools, and community-centered programs that help people strengthen budgeting skills, improve credit knowledge, manage debt, increase savings, and plan for long-term financial success. Drawing on experience across education, public service, and community leadership, FCS Educators are passionate about helping people gain the knowledge and confidence to take control of their financial future. Together, we can turn financial challenges into opportunities and create a pathway toward lasting financial well-being.  Financial wellness is learning to take control of your money so it doesn’t control you. Call the Charles County Office at 301-934-5403 for more information.   

Programs & Topic Areas

  • Budgeting and cash flow management
  • Building savings and emergency funds
  • Credit reports and credit scores
  • Debt reduction strategies
  • Financial goal setting
  • Consumer financial education
  • Planning for major life events and transitions
  • Financial decision-making for individuals and families

"Financial wellness is learning to take control of your money so it doesn't control you."

Financial wellness is learning to take control of your money so it doesn’t control you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with a request! Call the Charles County Office at 301-934-5403 for more information.   

University of Maryland Extension Family & Consumer Sciences Programs

The Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) program strives to ensure that all Maryland residents are healthy and economically successful at every stage of life. The University of Maryland Extension FCS team works with youth and families to prevent and manage chronic diseases through resources and programming around healthy food and physical activity choices, safe food handling, and financial and health insurance literacy.

Areas of Focus

Extension FCS Program Areas of Focus

  • Nutrition, health, and wellness
  • Food safety and preservation
  • Financial wellness
  • Health insurance literacy
  • Chronic disease prevention
  • Healthy food choices
  • Budgeting and financial decision-making
  • Workforce and life skills development

Food, Nutrition, and Health

The University of Maryland Extension Food, Nutrition, and Health programs provide research-based education on nutrition, healthy lifestyles, chronic disease prevention, food safety, and home food preservation. 

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UME Nutrition & Wellness Programs

Financial Education

The University of Maryland Extension Financial Wellness program offers resources to help individuals and families develop budgeting skills, manage credit, build savings, and work toward financial goals. 

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UME Financial Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Literacy

The UME Health Insurance Literacy program educates individuals about health insurance options, how to evaluate coverage, and make informed healthcare decisions. 

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Food & Wellness Resources

Resources for Healthy Living

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Looking to learn more about personal finances, food preservation, or health insurance? Discover hundreds of helpful resources and articles from the University of Maryland Extension FCS team. Explore FCS resources below or view the entire UME resource library.

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