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Family, Nutrition, Health & Housing

Delaware County Human Ecology Mission

Cornell Cooperative Extension provides practical education and information to Delaware County residents about Nutrition, Food Safety, Home Food Preservation, Parenting Education, Financial Management, Housing and Water Quality, and Energy. From food preservation to saving energy on costs – you’ll find out expert staff to be a knowledgeable resource.

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Rural Health Initiatives

Learn about our many efforts to improve the health of our residents through public programs and initiatives we offer in response to community needs.

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Nutrition Programs

We offer free or low-cost classes and resources on topics from food safety and nutrition to healthy eating on a budget. Learn what we can do for your family today!

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Clean Energy Communities

With NYSERDA funding, CCE Delaware is working with local government and municipalities to move them towards energy saving practices. Learn more here.

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Delaware Trails

Find links to walking and hiking trails -- from accessible to challenging -- in Delaware County, here on our Rural Health Alliance webpages.

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Building Healthy Habits!

EFNEP - or Building Healthy Habits - teaches income eligible families and youth simple ways to improve their health and nutrition in free classes. Learn more here!

Delaware County Fair

Showing at the County Fair represents the culmination of a 4-H member's year long work. Learn more about 4-H and the Delaware County Fair here.

Contact

Dove Karn, MS, CAS
Human Ecology Team Leader/Rural Healthcare Alliance Director
dmk243@cornell.edu
(607) 865-6531

Last updated June 3, 2025