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Hall County
海角官方首页 Extension Office

Family & Consumer Sciences

Upcoming Classes and Events


Pressure Canner Gauge Testing

Wednesday, September 3, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Bring your entire pressure canner.? Call 770-535-8293 to reserve your spot.

海角官方首页 Extension Hall County, 734 East Crescent Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501


Pressure Canner Gauge Testing

Radon Class

Friday, September 19 at 3:00 p.m.

at the Downtown Gainesville Library (127 Main Street NW, Gainesville, GA 30501)

Come learn the importance of protecting your health by understanding how, where, and when to test for Radon. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer.

Speaker: Rebecca Cantrell, MPH - 海角官方首页 Radon Educator

Hosted by: Gwen Hawn, FACS Agent, 海角官方首页 Extension Hall County


Radon Class September 19

August 2025 Results from 海角官方首页 Radon Program

Data collected between August 1-31, 2025.

  • Radon is an invisible, naturally occurring gas and is the second leading cause of lung cancer. 21,000 Americans die of radon-induced lung cancer yearly.
  • 71 radon test kits were submitted for analysis. 12 homes had elevated levels of radon.
  • 19.35% - nearly 1 in 5 homes tested had elevated radon levels this month.
  • 11 counties had elevated radon levels, increasing Georgians' risk for lung cancer.
  • Hall County had the highest radon level at 11.9 pCi/L which is nearly 3 times the EPA's Action Level!

August 2025 Results from 海角官方首页 Radon Program

Keep Your Family Safe From Radon

Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that causes lung cancer.

  • Test your home for radon
  • Fix any radon problems
  • Prevent high levels of radon

Keep Your Family Safe from Radon

Elevate - Taking Your Relationship to the Next Level

ELEVATE is a no cost relationship education program for all couples in committed relationships.

During our 12-hour program, you and your partner will engage in fun activities with other couples and learn skills you can use to:

  • Better manage stress
  • Strengthen your connection with each other
  • Deal with differences in healthy ways
  • "Elevate" the quality of your relationships

Apply for a workshop and join the hundreds of other Georgia couples we have already helped to achieve their relationship goals!

To learn more, call 706-542-9004 or visit

University of Georgia Extension


Empowering Your Financial Future Together

Pro Bono Financial Planning & Coaching Services (available both online and in-person)

Powered by Love and Money Center, University of Georgia and Financial Planning, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Georgia

Feel more confident about managing your money. Our free financial planning and coaching services can help you improve your financial situation by helping you understand your personal relationship with money, change financial behaviors, and enhance your knowledge about budgeting, saving, debt, and more. All of these help you meet your financial goals.

To request an appointment or learn more,?

Phone: 706-542-4486

Appointments are available September-December and February-May.


Empowering Your Financial Future Together

FACS Staff

Peanut and Allergy Early Prevention

May is Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) month!? ? Introducing peanuts early can reduce the risk of allergy by up to 86%— but many parents still don’t know about this! 海角官方首页 Extension is leading the charge to share these life-saving guidelines with parents, child care providers and schools across Georgia. With hands-on training and outreach programs, we are making sure families have the tools to keep their children safe and healthy. ? If you are interested in a class contact our Family and Consumer Sciences agent.? To learn more and find resources,??


Healthy Indoor Environments: Where we live, learn and play?(quarterly newsletter)

Thank you to Stephanie Benton,?Brittany Harrison,?Jackie Ogden, Pamela Turner, and Diane Bales for contributing articles this quarter.?

The newsletter has lots of helpful information.

  • Let’s Evacuate: Tips on Managing Home Emergencies – Brittany Harrison
  • Travel Tips to Reduce Risk of Bringing Bed Bugs Home – Jackie Ogden
  • Managing Mold in the Summertime – Stephanie Benton
  • Keeping Children Safe in the Sun This Summer – Diane Bales
  • Healthy home hacks?–?Diane & Pamela


Free Bone Density Scans

Offered by Center for Advanced Research & Education, at Flourish Research Site

  • Half of all women age 50 and over will break a bone due to osteoporosis
  • Early Detection is the first step to help prevent factures and help you stay active and independent

Free Consultation

  • Women 50+
  • Individuals with a family history of osteopenia and osteoporosis
  • Postmenopausal women
  • Anyone at risk of bone loss or fractures

Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

2030 Windward Way, Gainesville, GA 30501

Call or Walk In: 470-824-9759


Free Bone Density Scans

Expert Resources

Three Must-Have Emergency Kits to Pack Before a Hurricane or Flood
Posted by Elizabeth Weigle on Aug 11, 2025
This guide helps Georgia residents at risk of flooding to collect and organize essential items into three bags to prepare your household for water-related disasters like hurricanes.
How to Clean Clothes After a Hurricane or Flood
Posted by Elizabeth Weigle on Aug 11, 2025
If your home is affected by a flood or other water-related disaster, fabric and clothing can become contaminated by floodwater, airborne mildew, or sanitation system failure. This guide provides steps to safely clean salvageable clothing and fabric items in order to save money, reduce waste, and keep people safe.
Homemade Kimchi: A Science-Based Guide to Safe Fermentation
Posted by Ines Beltran, Kristin Ingmundson, Ines Beltran, Cecilia Tran, Sarah Henes, Carla Schwan on Aug 4, 2025
Kimchi is gaining popularity across the U.S. as part of a growing interest in international flavors, gut health, and home food preservation. This publication provides science-based guidance to help consumers safely prepare kimchi at home and offers nationally relevant, research-based information that can benefit Extension educators, health professionals, and consumers across the U.S.
Nutrition Recommendations for Pregnant Women
Posted by Sarah Henes on Jul 17, 2025
Pregnant women should pay increased attention to their nutrition, physical activity, and food safety. This resource was created to assist Extension agents and their clients, and it describes essential dietary and nutrition recommendations—and why they are important—specifically for a pregnant woman and her growing baby.

No Cost Mammogram

Through the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program

If you are a Georgia resident and meet the following criteria, you may qualify for a free screening mammogram

  • Ages 40-64,
  • Or 65+ if not enrolled in Medicare Part B
  • Uninsured or Underinsured
  • Meet income eligibility requirements

Scan and complete the registration form using the QR code.? You will be contacted to confirm eligibility and schedule the mammogram.



No Cost Mammogram
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