Sarasota County Extension
Family and Consumer Sciences

Our programs focus on building stronger communities by building stronger families.  We promote economic security and individual, family and community well-being in the areas of

• sustainable home environments
• nutrition, health and food safety
• consumer information
• disaster preparation and recovery
• family economic security
• parenting skills
• caring for aging family members

Visit the FCS In News Blog for important alerts and updates.

The Home Extension Line: A bi-monthly newsletter of useful information on a vareity of home and family topics.

Staff who work in this area:

Portelos-Rometo, Maria Ed.D. - Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences

King, Mary- Community Outreach Specialist, Family and Consumer Sciences