Walton County Extension

05/29/2026

You are not alone, and support is always within reach. 💙

Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, crisis, or simply need someone to talk to, these mental health resources are here to help. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Save this post for yourself or share it with someone who may need it. 🤍

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Self care doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful. Sometimes it looks like slowing down, getting rest, and giving yourself the same care you give to everyone else.

Whether it’s reading a book, staying cozy all day, getting enough sleep, or celebrating a small win, these little moments add up.

Take care of you. You deserve it. ❤️

05/26/2026

Pickleball A Weigh Is back!

Pickleball a weigh is an adaptation of UGA’s award winning Walk a Weigh program. This program is opend to players of all skill levels and instructors will be available to help newer players. Family and Consumer Science Agent Jake Conner, will offer a different class each week to provide you with the skills to improve your food intake, become more physically active and adopt the health habits that will allow you to stay happy and healthy for a long time.

Never played Pickleball? Our volunteers are ready to get you in the court!

This series will begin on Wednesday, June 3rd at 5:30pm. We will have a short nutrition lesson followed by aprox 75 minutes of pickleball

When: Wednesdays, Beginining June 3rd
Time: 5:30PM-7:00PM
Where: Walton County Agricultural center
1258 Criswell Road, Monroe, Georgia
Cost: Free
Program Length: 12 weeks
Required: Walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
For more information: [email protected]
To register:https://uga.questionpro.com/PickleballSummer2026

05/21/2026

Self care can be simple, intentional, and still make a big impact. It’s the small habits that help you reset, recharge, and show up as your best self.

Drink more water, explore something new, find a podcast that inspires you, or set goals that keep you moving forward.

Little steps matter more than you think. ❤️

05/13/2026

Every 40 seconds, someone in the US has a stroke, according to the latest data from the CDC. Strokes have become so common, they are now the leading cause of long term disability. In order to help keep our families safe, we have put together a team to try and help. Susie Payne, Registered Nurse with Piedmont Walton will be on hand to discuss Hypertension, also know as high blood pressure.
Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Jake Conner will be discussing how diet affects blood pressure and what lifestyle interventions folks can make to increase their chances of having a long, healthy life and decreases their chances of negative health outcomes like strokes.

We are so excited that folks will be able to learn about the new blood pressure monitor lending program. Participants can use their library card to borrow the blood pressure monitors for up to 3 days across the Azalea Regional Library System, including here in Monroe!

If you have any questions or wish to register, please reach out to Jake at [email protected]

When: May 21st, 2026
Time: 11:00am to 12:30pm
Where: Monroe-Walton County Library
217 W Spring St, Monroe, GA 30655
Cost: Free

For more information or to register: [email protected]

05/13/2026