Garrison Institute on Aging TEXAS TECH HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER

as they grow older. Often the loss of balance can result in serious falls. There are ways to increase our strength and flexibility.

This event is free and open to the public. The event will be held at the Academic Event Center, 3601 4th St. There is ample, free parking next to the building and ADA parking as well. Contact Malcolm Brownell to confirm attendance or answers to any questions, Malcolm. brownell@ttuhsc.edu or 806743-3751.

Lubbock RSVP

Lubbock RSVP (aka AmeriCorps Senior) is a federal, grant-funded program that assists seniors 55 and older to support local programs and projects as a volunteer.

There are several areas seniors can contribute to. These include (not limited to) Lubbock Meals on Wheels, South Plains Food Bank, hospitals, Friends of the Library and Comfort Corps. One program is The Stocking Project. Stockings and small gifts are distributed to several military bases for shipment to locations around the world for unaccompanied military personnel.

Special thanks to all who assisted in 2022 in this community wide effort! We can use donated fabric (includes denim), ribbon, yarn, craft

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paint, and decorations. We also collect Christmas Cards (new and used), hotel toiletries, decks of cards, caps, and business promotional items.

If you have any items that you feel might be useful, drop them by our office at 6630 S. Quaker, Suite E. We are also looking for those who sew, knit, or crochet who can assist with stockings and caps.

If you have a group that would like to sign the Christmas cards, we can provide the cards for you. Any assistance is appreciated. Again, call 806-743-7821 for details and answers to any questions on our volunteer projects.

Mental health sessions & respite care

We are continuing to host mental health sessions for caregivers as well as offering a respite care program with the guidance of Dr. Jonathan Singer, TTU Department of Psychological Sciences. If you are an informal (unpaid) caregiver of someone with

Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, or other related dementia diseases, there are programs that can benefit you at no cost.

Participation in his study can assist in providing future services for you and those you care for. Caregivers are encouraged to contact Dr. Singer for additional information. You can contact him at 806-834-5884 or email at jonsinger@ttu.edu.

April Questions…

Why couldn’t the flower ride a bike?

• It lost its petals.

What do you get when two plants kiss?

• Tulips

What falls but never gets hurt?

• The rain.

What is the best flower for a boy to give his mom?

• A son-flower!

Why did the worm cross the ruler?

• To become an inch worm.

By the time you are 80 years old you have learned everything. You only have to remember it. ~ George Burns

Damascus, Syria, was flourishing a couple of thousand years before Rome was founded in 753 BC, making it the oldest continuously inhabited city in existence.

The smallest island with country status is Pitcairnin Polynesia, at just 1.75 sq. miles/4,53 sq. Km.

The first city to reach a population of 1 million people was Rome, Italy in 133 B.C. There is a city called Rome on every continent.

Siberia contains more than 25% of the world’s forests.

Missing Moms Luncheon, May 13

Missing Moms exists to ignite hope and encourage women who struggle with Mother’s Day.

These women either missed out on becoming a mom, miss their moms, or miss their kids who are gone.

The group’s mission is carried out through an annual luncheon in May and by hosting a series of inspiring events to connect women to each other, to Jesus, and to local churches.

The Missing Moms Luncheon 2023 is set for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 13, at the Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway. This year’s theme is Through the Fire...Yet Not Consumed.

For more information on how you can help or donate, contact info@missingmoms.org

Game Day for New Neighbors, April 28

The New Neighbors Club of Lubbock will hold its final Game Day of the year on April 28 at the Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway.

It will start at 10 a.m. and last till about 3 p.m. The cost is $30 which includes lunch and prize money.

Games offered will be Bridge, Canasta, Pennies from Heaven, Samba, and Shanghai Rummy.

For those interested, contact your game leader for information. You are permitted to pay at the door. Non-members may contact Martha, text 806-438-5227. The deadline to sign up is April 23.