Muthusami Kumaran

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Elder Companion: Lesson 2: Aging

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5248/FY588, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy588

IFAS Leadership Development: Defining Public Issues

Muthusami Kumaran

JobStart Part 7: Job-Seeking Strategies

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY351, Part 7 of an 8 part series developed for the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Revised version prepared for electronic publication November 2001 by Elizabeth B. Bolton. Original version prepared for publication May 1997 by Elizabeth B. Bolton and George O. Hack. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy351

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Florida Department of Elder Affairs — The Mandate and Services

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andPatricia Boyd

This article is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. Focusing on the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), this publication offers an overview of the agency’s structure, mission, and key programs. This publication is intended for Florida’s older adults, their families, and caregivers seeking information about state-level services that promote independence, health, and dignity in aging. Readers will also find guidance on ways to access local resources and connect with service providers through the Elder Helpline and related tools. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Elder Companion: Lesson 9—Getting a Job

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5255/FY595, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy595

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Governance, Board Officer Descriptions

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Building Coalitions: Tapping the Private Sector

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY505, Part 13 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy505

Building Coalitions: Working with Diverse Cultures

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY508, Part 16 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy508

JobStart Part 6: Planning the Interview

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY350, Part 6 of an 8 part series developed for the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Revised version prepared for electronic publication November 2001 by Elizabeth B. Bolton. Original version prepared for publication May 1997 by Elizabeth B. Bolton and George O. Hack. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy350

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Developing a Code of Ethics for Your Organization

Muthusami Kumaran

This article is part of a series Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings, designed to provide basic information on governance, planning, and operational details for community-based nonprofit organizations. Information provided in this series will help the Board of Directors, leaders, staff, and volunteers of nonprofit organizations that provide a variety of services to local communities.

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Governance, Committees

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Building Coalitions: Coalition Facilitator Guide

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY494, Part 2 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy494

IFAS Leadership Development: Everyone Is a Leader

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Governance, Board Manual and Assessment

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lynda M. Spence that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Directory of Florida’s Area Agencies on Aging

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to older adults in Florida. This publication is intended to serve as a directory assisting in easy identification of and contact with county-specific Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Available Services through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andPatricia Boyd

This article is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. Focusing on home and community-based programs, this article offers Florida’s seniors and their caregivers a practical overview of the support available through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). Many of these programs are funded by the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA), and aim to promote aging in place, enhance well-being, and meet the social, nutritional, and health-related needs of older adults. Readers will find guidance on key services and ways to seek out those that best meet their needs. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Elder Companion: Lesson 8—Leisure Activities

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5254/FY594, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy594

Building Coalitions: Structure

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

The people or groups recruited into the coalition, the support for and where this support comes from in the community, and the design form the structure of the coalition. These need to be planned with purpose so the coalition can be a successful venture.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Family Elder Caregiver Support Services from Florida’s Aging Network

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andPatricia Boyd

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. Focusing on caregiver support, this publication introduces Florida’s implementation of the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP), a federally funded initiative under Title IIIE of the OAA. With a growing number of older adults wishing to remain in their homes and communities as they age, the role of unpaid family and informal caregivers has never been more critical. This publication outlines the core services available, eligibility guidelines, and ways Florida’s Aging Network connects caregivers to support throughout the state. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Building Coalitions: Coalition Goal Setting

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY496, Part 4 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy496

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Case Management

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication discusses case management, which is a central component of Florida’s Aging Network. Case management refers to the ongoing coordination of services that help older adults maintain independence and remain in their homes, avoiding costly institutional care. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

JobStart Part 8: Staying on the Job Once You Are Hired

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY352, Part 8 of an 8 part series developed for the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Revised version prepared for electronic publication November 2001 by Elizabeth B. Bolton. Original version prepared for publication May 1997 by Elizabeth B. Bolton and George O. Hack. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy352

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Understanding the Older Americans Act of 1965

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, Rachel Gatto, andPatricia Boyd

This article is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication provides a clear introductory overview of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA) and the programs it has made possible. Readers may use this resource to better understand the purpose and impact of the OAA, identify services that may be relevant to their needs, and become more informed advocates for aging-related support in their communities. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, Rachel Gatto, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, August 2026.

JobStart Part 5: Writing the Cover Letter

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY349, Part 5 of an 8 part series developed for the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Revised version prepared for electronic publication November 2001 by Elizabeth B. Bolton. Original version prepared for publication May 1997 by Elizabeth B. Bolton and George O. Hack. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy349

Building Coalitions: Networking

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY503, Part 11 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy503

Promoting Healthy Relationship Development in Teens, Part II: Three Key Qualities to Foster Better Relationships

Victor W. Harris, Gilon Marts, andMuthusami Kumaran

Getting married and staying married require a complicated calculus of factors that must come together to produce healthy and satisfying relationships. While couple interactional processes tend to be the most predictive of whether or not they will stay together and find happiness, background and contextual factors and individual traits also factor heavily into the equation. Finding two socks that match (and don’t wear out) is much more likely to occur when the relationship is based upon a deep and enduring friendship. Asking the question, “Will this choice enhance or diminish my marital friendship?” and then choosing to make the choices that will enhance the marital friendship more often than not are healthy strategies for success.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Florida’s Aging Network — National to Local Level

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. The purpose of this article is to clarify for older adults and their caregivers the hierarchy of these organizations that offer supportive services. If you are a Florida resident, understanding how these networks function can help you more easily locate and access vital services and resources through local, state, and federal programs. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2026.

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Fundraising Strategies for your Organization

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Elder Companion: Lesson 1—Roles and Responsibilities

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5247/FY587, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy587

JobStart Part 3: Marketing Yourself

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication. Published by Family Resource Management

Building Coalitions: Introduction to Coalition Building

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY493, Part 1 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy493

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This article is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. Focusing on health promotion and disease prevention programs, this article details the services available to seniors in Florida under Title IIID of the Older Americans Act. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Building Coalitions: Understanding the Process

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY507, Part 15 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy507

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Governance, Florida Statutes and Legislation

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Elder Companion: Lesson 7—Time Management

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5253/FY593, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy593

IFAS Leadership Development: The Most Important Jobs—The Group Leader and the Group Member

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

Building Coalitions: Communication in Coalitions

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY497, Part 5 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy497

Building Coalitions: Evaluating the Collaboration

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY499, Part 7 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy499

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Governance, Accountability and Transparency

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Concept, Problem Identification

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Building Coalitions: Turf Issues

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This fact sheet will examine “turf issues” as one source of organizational tension; it will discuss what “turf-ism” is, how it happens, and what to do; suggestions include situations where “turf-ism” is already noticeable, as well as tips on how it can be avoided.

IFAS Leadership Development: Have a Good Group

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

Elder Companion: Overview

Muthusami Kumaran

The Elder Companion training program is designed to train persons interested in becoming employed by local service providers as sitter/companions for the elderly. The objective of the program is to help participants develop the necessary skills to provide high-quality care including: assistance with daily living activities, home management services and companionship for the elderly adult. This document is FCS5246/FY586, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004.  https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy586

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Transportation for Medical Appointments and Errands

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andPatricia Boyd

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication discusses transportation services, one of the home and community-based services authorized and funded by the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA). Simply put, the OAA’s transportation services take older adults from place to place to run errands free of charge. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Building Coalitions: Communication/Developing Members

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

To be effective and efficient, the members of a coalition need to understand important group processes. Using these will help the group work together and do more.

IFAS Leadership Development: Managing Conflict Creatively

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

IFAS Leadership Development: Choices for Political Action at the Local Level

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

Elder Companion: Lesson 6—Stress Management

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5252/FY592, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy592

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Preparing Your Organization to Lobby

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Congregate and Home-Delivered Meals

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andPatricia Boyd

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication discusses available services for congregate and home-delivered meals under the Older Americans Act of 1965 as well as eligibility criteria and requirements. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Older Americans Act of 1965 — Home and Community-Based Services for Older Adults

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This article is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication discusses the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA), titles and services within the OAA, and Title III services. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2026.

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Preparing Your Organization to Work with Volunteers

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.  

IFAS Leadership Development: Giving and Receiving Feedback

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

JobStart Part 1: Getting to Know Yourself

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY345, Part 1 of an 8 part series developed for the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Revised version prepared for electronic publication November 2001 by Elizabeth B. Bolton. Original version prepared for publication May 1997 by Elizabeth B. Bolton and George O. Hack. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy345

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: The Strategic Plan

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Administration on Aging — Structure, Roles, and Programs

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication discusses the Administration on Aging (AoA), state and local implementation, and the five offices of the AoA that oversee State Units on Aging and Area Agencies on Aging. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, August 2026.

Building Coalitions: Coalition Functioning

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

This document is FY495, Part 3 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy495

IFAS Leadership Development: Leaders Can Communicate

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

Building Coalitions: Extra Resources

Muthusami Kumaran andLisa A. Guion

Organizations join coalitions or collaborations to combine resources in working toward a shared goal. What if additional resources are needed?

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Legal Assistance

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andRachel Gatto

This article is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. This publication discusses the multitude of legal services available to Florida residents aged 60 and older, operated in partnership with legal aid organizations. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Rachel Gatto, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors: Homemaker Services

Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, andPatricia Boyd

This publication is part of the Home and Community-Based Services for Florida’s Seniors series, a collection of educational resources designed to inform the public about home and community-based support services available to seniors in Florida. Homemaker services are authorized under Title IIIB of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA), a section of the law which mandates supportive services that enhance the well-being of older adults and help them to continue living independently. Written by Muthusami Kumaran, Katlyn Diamond, and Patricia Boyd, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2026.

Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Settings: Governance, Board Functions

Muthusami Kumaran

This is part of a series of 2-5 page fact sheets by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Anna Guest-Jelley that provide guidance for building a non-profit organization, from establishing its mission to effectively lobbying. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2009. Reviewed June 2012.

IFAS Leadership Development: Listening to Learn

Muthusami Kumaran

This article is part of a series IFAS Leadership Development, with eleven modules developed for use by Florida Cooperative Extension agents. They are designed for training agents and officers. Information and activities provided in this series will help Extension leaders in facilitating leadership development for their agents and officers. Handouts for audience use are labeled in the leadership development modules. These may be duplicated for use during training sessions. Each lesson is designed for a workshop approximately two hours long. Various parts of the modules can be shortened or expanded according to the needs of participants and availability of time.

Elder Companion: Lesson 3—Communication

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FCS5249/FY589, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, UF/IFAS, Gainesville 32611. First published: September 1999. Revised: January 2004. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy589

IFAS Leadership Development: Problem Solving in Groups

Muthusami Kumaran

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

JobStart Part 4: Preparing Your Résumé

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY348, Part 4 of an 8 part series developed for the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Revised version prepared for electronic publication November 2001 by Elizabeth B. Bolton. Original version prepared for publication May 1997 by Elizabeth B. Bolton and George O. Hack. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy348

Building Coalitions: Needs Assessments

Muthusami Kumaran

This document is FY501, Part 9 of the 16 part series adapted for use in Florida by Elizabeth B. Bolton and Lisa Guion. Reprinted with permission March, 1997. Revised April, 2002. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy501