2nd Lubbock Uncorked

A Caregiver Program

The Caregiver Program provides support needed by families to assist them in maintaining their caregiver roles in the 15-county region. The caregiver must be at least 18 and care recipient 60 or over. These services are not long term. Services provided

How do you qualify?

Respite Care Vouchers. Service is provided on a temporary basis while the caregiver is unavailable or needs relief; the caregiver is responsible for choosing a respite provider. Minor Residential repairs such as wheelchair ramps, heating and cooling, and plumbing repairs. Must be homeowner. Health Maintenance such as durable medical supplies and equipment. HomeMeds Medication Management (Evidence Based Initiative)

For more information and to see if you qualify for services, call 806-762-8721 or 806-687-0940

and ask for Irene Arredondo.

Area Agency on Aging

Renowned chef to be featured at Uncorked

Chef Angie Ragan, contestant on the inaugural season of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef and Salt by Angie owner, will host a wine and food pairing class at the 6th Annual Uncorked wine festival on April 2 at the American Windmill Museum.

Ragan will craft four bites highlighting a diff erent Texas staple, served with wine paired by Llano Estacado Winery Sommelier Matt Bostick.

“Everything I do is extra or totally Next Level,” Ragan said. “I created these bites, knowing what a phenomenal job Matt will do with the wine parring. The journey through the four courses and wine will ride your palate like an umami tidal wave from start to fi nish. Bitter, salty, spicy, and sweet, leaving no taste bud unturned.”

Ragan’s class, Amuse

Angie Ragan

Bouche Texas Style is from 3:30 to 5 p.m. during Uncorked. Tickets for Ragan’s class are $65 and must be purchased with an Uncorked ticket.

Uncorked also offers a Wine Basics class from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Bostick will teach you how to taste wines like a pro. Tickets are $35 and must be purchased with an Uncorked ticket.

Winemakers from across the state make the annual trip to celebrate the grape industry in West Texas, which produces 80 percent of Texas’ grapes. This year, Uncorked features a record 26 wineries, a beer garden, and shopping for an event attended by 2,000 people annually.

Advanced tickets for Uncorked are $35 for general admission and $75 for VIP. Tickets can be purchased at lubbockuncorked.com or at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, 1500 Broadway, Ste. 101.

Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $45 for general admission and $85 for VIP.

Beginning at 5 p.m., Uncorked attendees are invited to attend a meet and greet with Chef Ragan.

How you can get involved

Volunteers are needed now more than ever at UMC Health System. Volunteers generously give their time. UMC is seeking volunteers willing to fulfi ll various roles such as • Information desk workers • Greeters • Couriers • Share your talent! (Music Therapy, Pet Therapy, & Patient Advocacy) • Volunteer from home by donating (care packages, nurse/staff care packages, books, cards, etc.)

All shifts available and set your own schedule. All volunteers & staff follow safety and health protocols to minimize risk. All donations can be coordinated through the Volunteer & Guest Services Department.

If interested or for questions, call 806-775-8238 or visit the website, https:// www.umchealthsystem.com/ connect-with-us/volunteering