Welcome to Southwind District
As a part of K-State Research and Extension, Southwind District programs present educational information and programming related to agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community vitality.
We serve the people of Allen, Bourbon, Neosho and Woodson Counties and have offices in each of those counties.
Our philosophy is to help people help themselves by taking university knowledge to where people live, work, and play. We work at being responsive to the needs of the people by focusing our resources on providing quality information, education, and problem-solving for real concern. The information we provide is research-based and unbiased.
For more information on these latest events, simply click on the event title.
Medicare Election Period-Meet with Tara Solomon Smith, Certified Senior Health Insurance Counselor, for a free consultation to check your Medicare Prescription Drug Part D coverage. 6 different location options. Call 620-244-3826 to schedule your appointment.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Join this strength training class, twice a week for one-hour and improver your health. October 1-November 21, Wednesday's and Friday's 9:00-10:00 A.M. Toronto Community Center. Call 620-365-2242 to register BY September 22. $10 donation.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Join this strength training class, twice a week for one-hour and improve your health. September 22-November 7, Monday's and Wednesday's 9:00-10:00 A.M. Moran Community Center. Call 620-625-8620 to register BY September 8. $10 donation.
The Empowered Caregiver-Caring for someone living with dementia brings a unique set of challenges and rewards. Tuesday's October 7th & 14th, 6-8:00 P.M. K-State Extension Meeting Room, 1006 N. State Street, Iola, KS. Meal will be provided, RSVP to 620-244-3826.
Help with Food or Medical Assistance-Do you need help with food or medical assistance? We can help you with the forms. Every 1st Thursday of the month, starting April 3, 2025, 1:00-3:00 P.M. Toronto Public Library
OWL Hour-Join us for an hour long social gathering where we will come together to discuss and discover new things and topics. Every 2nd full week of the month, 10:00-11:00 A.M. Location Options-Yates Center, St. Paul, Fort Scott, Iola. Call Hollie @ 620-625-8620 for more information.
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