Urban ProgramsEn Español
Children, Families & Seniors
Changes in our society often require communities to begin developing strategies to improve their social, economic and cultural well-being. This effort to stimulate community development usually results in identifying community leaders, improving channels of communication, and assessing local needs and improved problem solving skills.

Featured Websites
Dealing with Toddlers Elder Abuse & Neglect Family Works Parent Smarts Parenting & Seniors Parenting Again
Additional Websites
  • Parenting 24/7
    Parenting 24/7 is a free one-stop site for parenting news and information from University of Illinois Extension.
  • Your New Baby
    Learn about why your new baby cries, when your baby will sleep all night, and how to find quality infant child care.
  • Disaster Resources
    Quick access to information on disaster preparedness and recovery.
  • Helping Kids Succeed in School
    Helping children enjoy learning and being successful in school is an important goal for parents, other family members, and schools.
  • Looking Your Best for Work
    You have to look your best for that job interview! This website provides detailed guidelines on appropriate attire, grooming and presentation for individuals seeking employment.
  • Child Care for Teen Parents
    Learn some basic guidelines for caring for children of teen parents.
Local Programs
Home and Community Education Association (HCEA)

Home and Community Education Association (HCEA)
The Christian County Home and Community Education Association (HCEA) enhances the lives of individuals and families through quality educational programs, cultural events and activities that develop responsible leadership and provide service to the community.

Children, Families & Seniors Resources
  • Home and Community Education Association
    The Christian County Home and Community Education Association (HCEA) enhances the lives of individuals and families through quality educational programs, cultural events and activities that develop responsible leadership and provide service to the community.

Our other program areas....

News & Updates
Extension Connections
Monthly newsletter highlighting upcoming programs and information of interest to Christian County citizens.
Nibbles
Ideas for coping with the challenges of parenting and preparing your children for success.
Working Families
News and ideas for families with working parents.
Community Directory

Christian County Social Services Directory
This directory is a listing of most social service agencies serving Christian County residents.

Upcoming Events

How to Avoid Marrying a Jerk or Jerkette, 6:00--9:00 p.m., U of I Extension Christian County Office
Taylorville, Illinois (Christian County)
February 23 - March 2, 2010

Contact Us
For more information about these programs, please contact:

Linda L. Smith
County Extension Director
Christian County Unit
1120 N Webster St.
Taylorville, IL 62568
Phone: 217-287-7246
FAX: 217-287-7248
smithll@illinois.edu

Main Navigation University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign College of Agricultural Consumer & Environmental Sciences University of Illinois Extension