Describes characteristics of farm family members involved in workshops that are designed to assist them in developing career plans and making transitions to other careers. Presents age, sex, educational level, and career change characteristics of workshop participants. Presents vocational identity describing the farm family members served through…

Describes a career information hotline for rural and farm residents affected by the farm crisis as one way a university career center and extension division can make resources more generally available to residents. Discusses typical callers and benefits to the career center. (Author/ABL)