Did you know?
Milk packagers use the same milk to fill bottles for both the name brand and the store brand.

Stretch your grocery budget!

Using coupons, choosing generic and using a shopping list can save money at the grocery store:

  • Make a shopping list to only buy items that are needed.
  • Use coupons and check out the in-store sales flyer.
  • Shop at more than one store if there are items on sale that you enjoy.
  • Choose generic brands over name brands; some may be cheaperthan the name brand item even when using coupons.
  • Plan meals around fruits and vegetables that are in season.
  • Cut fruits and vegetables yourself instead of buying precut,if able to do so.
  • Include low-cost protein options such as eggs and beans insteadof meat.
  • Stock up on meat when on sale, and freeze in recipe-sized portions.
  • Buy dry goods in bulk (brown rice, oatmeal, cereal, pasta, lentils, beans).
Nutrition Information for Older Adults - Compilation (PDF)
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Lindsay, A. and Helm, M. 2025, Food Resource Management 1 - Nutrition information for older adults, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, FS-25-04-16

Extension Associated Contacts

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Preventing Falls in Your Home
This fact sheet contains extensive information on ways to prevent the risk of falling in one's home.
 Collins, C. and Petermeier, H. 2007, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno, FS-07-24
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Fall Butternut Squash Stew
A seasonal stew great for enjoying fall flavors and produce.
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 BL Perryman, BW Schultz, M Burrows, T Shenkorua, J Wilker 2020, Rangeland Ecology & Management
 

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Healthy Aging Initiative

Extension's Healthy Aging Initiative (HAI) connects you with the resources to navigate aging and its trends. Our programs are offered for adults over 50 and those who partner with them to provide care and support. We provide expert nutrition and physical activity training information for elders, caregivers and professionals. We have sponsorship options for tours and professional education, and we offer careers in aging exploration programs for middle and high school students and incoming college