Join Virginia Cooperative Extension to learn some nutrition tips. Classes will usually be held on the first Tuesday of the month from 12-1pm, unless otherwise noted. 

REGISTER here: https://tinyurl.com/2p8x3j36 

• June 10: Farmers Market Tips & Recipes- Learn some tips for shopping at a farmers market and some easy recipes using commonly found ingredients 

• July 15: Summer Food Safety- From grilling to potlucks, learn some food safety tips to keep you and your family safe during the summer.

• Aug 5: Reducing Food Waste at Home- Learn ways to reduce food waste at home, save money, and learn some easy recipes. 

• Sep 2: Food Safety During a Power Outage- September is Emergency Preparedness Month! Learn some tips and recipes to be prepared in case of a power outage or emergency.

• Oct 7: Fall Snack Ideas- Learn some easy, affordable, and nutritious fall themed snack recipes.

• Nov 4: Thanksgiving Side Dishes- Get ready for the holidays with us by learning some flavorful side dishes

• Dec 9: Tasty Holiday Treats- Learn some easy desserts to celebrate the holidays. 

This program is for adults who have (or care for someone with) a chronic health condition such as anxiety, depression, arthritis, autoimmune disease, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, long COVID, and more. CDSMP participants practice evidence-based tools to control their symptoms, better manage their health problems, and lead fuller lives. The program consist of six weekly sessions (2.5 hours each) and is developed by Stanford University. Participants meet over Zoom. Please attend at least four of the six sessions, join from a private area, maintain confidentiality, and keep video cameras on for the whole session. 

NEW Workshops: 

• August 27 - October 1: Wednesdays from 9:30am-12pm  

• September 11 - October 16: Thursdays from 9:30am-12pm

• October 17 - November 1: Fridays from 1-3:30pm 

Register Here: https://forms.gle/LHeNYNUS5rWpvjTD8

**We will be adding more workshop dates as the year progresses. Participants only need to attend one workshop.** 

Questions? Please contact 

Aisha Salazar, Extension Agent, Arlington & Alexandria: asalazar@vt.edu     

Andrea Haubner, Extension Agent, Wythe: andreah1@vt.edu  

April Payne, Extension Agent, Spotsylvania and Stafford: arpayne@vt.edu 

Brandi Pettey, Extension Agent, Lee and Scott Counties: bnpettey@vt.edu     

Emily Jacobs, RD,   Nutrition Educator, Loudoun County: Emily.Jacobs@loudoun.gov 

Jessica Jones, Extension Agent, Greensville/Emporia, Dinwiddie: jessicaj19@vt.edu  

Katie Strong, RD, Area Specialized Agent, Community Engaged Health, Northeast District:  kstrong@vt.edu 

Katrina Kirby, Extension Agent, Petersburg:  kirby2@vt.edu  

Kristen Gibson, Extension Agent, Russell:  kbgibson@vt.edu 

Paige Riddle, Area Specialized Agent, Community Engaged Health, Northwest District:  arpaige@vt.edu 

Elizabeth Caton, Department of Population Health Sciences, Virginia Tech: ecaton@vt.edu 

A free 4-hour program developed by the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving (RCI) that provides tips and strategies for caregivers on best practices for caring for their loved ones and themselves. The goal of the Dealing with Dementia Caregiver Workshop is for Alzheimer's and dementia family caregivers to gain a better understanding of dementia, utilize strategies to effectively manage dementia behaviors, and develop habits of stress management and self-care.

Caregivers who attend the four-hour workshop will receive a copy of the new Dealing with Dementia Guide. This guide provides over 300 pages of information and solutions to problems caregivers face every day.

Date:

• Virtual: Monday, June 16 from 9am-1pm

• REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yp2vk4nz 

Questions? Please contact Katrina Kirby at 804-733-1880 or kirby2@vt.edu or Aisha Salazar at 703-228-6417 or asalazar@vt.edu