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Children, Families & Seniors
"University of Illinois Extension Macon Unit delivers researched based programming and resources to assist diverse families be resilient, grow, and informed. If you don't see what you need call for more information!"

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  • Child Care for Teen Parents
    Learn some basic guidelines for caring for children of teen parents.
  • Character Development
    Those who work with and on behalf of young people, families, and communities can become involved in character education and promote ethical decisions in all facets of the lives of children and adults.
  • Family Quiz
    Learn the latest about U.S. families.
  • Elder Abuse & Neglect
    Examples of elder abuse and warning signs of neglect of seniors.
  • Health Care Decisions
    Information about long-term care insurance.
  • Su Nuevo Bebé
    ¿Por qué llora mi nuevo bebé? ¿Cuándo dormirá? ¿Quién lo cuidará cuando yo no puedo? Todo esto y más, en Su Nuevo Bebé.
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Family Life Programming

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Children, Families & Seniors Resources
  • Connecting with Kids

  • Elder Law Journal
    The Elder Law Journal is an academic publication published twice annually by the students of the University of Illinois College of Law. The Elder Law Journal is the only scholarly publication addressing elder law issues in the country.

  • Tips for Kids with Type 2 Diabetes
    "Tips for Kids with Type 2 Diabetes" free fact sheets from the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Fact sheets are designed speciafically for children with Tupe 2 Diabetes.

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News & Updates
Family Life Issues
Issues confronting today's families.

Access Extension
Macon County Extension Unit Newsletter
HCE Newsletter
News from the Macon County Association for Home and Community Education
Nibbles
Ideas for coping with the challenges of parenting and preparing your children for success.
Parenting Again
A newsletter focused on grandparents raising their grandchildren.
Contact Us
For more information about these programs, please contact:

Sherry Rocha
Unit Educator, Family Life
Macon County Unit
2535 Millikin Parkway
Decatur, IL 62526
Phone: 217-877-6042
FAX: 217-877-4564
srocha@uiuc.edu

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