Family, consumer and health programs provide science-based information and education that strengthens families, promotes healthy living through sound nutrition, eating, physical activity, food safety practices and wise financial decisions.

Healthy Living Nutrition, physical activity and food safety practices are lifestyle choices that greatly influence the health of people, families and communities. Healthier people enjoy a better quality of life and are better able to contribute to a robust economy. Past research has demonstrated the health benefits of an active lifestyle and sound nutritional practices. The Healthy Living education programs translate relevant research into effective healthy nutrition, physical activity and food safety practices people can use to improve their lives, families and communities.

Financial Management Personal Finance programs developed through out the Cooperative Extension system, in collaboration with government offices, state universities, and CSREES, are designed to enhance economic opportunities and quality of life among individuals, families and communities. These programs provide consumers with the tools and knowledge to cope with economic stress, improve spending habits, manage and reduce debt and add value to their consumer decisions.

Family and Child Development Balancing work and family commitments can be a struggle for many Arizonans. The Family and Child Development education programs help people improve their lives through effective parenting, responsible decision making and access to community support systems. These Extension programs are designed to link educational and community resources to people who are looking for ways to improve their family's health and well-being. These programs include education that focuses on people and families who are under additional stress due to limited resources.

Family and Child Caregiving Balancing work and family commitments can be a struggle for many Arizonans. The Family and Child Care Giving education programs help people improve their lives through effective care giving, responsible decision making and access to community support systems. These Extension programs are designed to link educational and community resources to people who are looking for ways to improve their family's health and well-being. These programs include education that focuses on people and families who are under additional stress due to limited resources.