Family, health and wellness contacts
The Family, Health and Wellness teams help Minnesotans possess the knowledge and skills to create resilient, healthy, and secure futures for their families and communities.
Health care
- Health insurance
- health care directives
- Long-term care decisions
- Protecting the health of older adults
Contact: Mary Jo Katras at [email protected]
Food and nutrition
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed)
SNAP-Ed, a federally funded nutrition education program that accompanied SNAP benefits, was eliminated in July 2025. Extension continues to provide health, nutrition and community education across Minnesota.
Cooking Matters Minnesota
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
Contact: Sarah Jergenson at [email protected]
School and childcare nutrition
School food service training
Contact: Kelly Kunkel at [email protected]
Child care providers
Contact: Mary Schroeder at [email protected]