Melinda's Memos

Recertification interviews for Algood, Buffalo Valley and Coffelt and Willow Valley and Newman will be in March. Please check your mail for your appointment letter with date and time and what items to bring to your interview. Questions? Call me at (931) 526-9793, ext. 220.

Kathy's Corner

Angel’s Attic Spring Distribution is Saturday, March 19, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church parking garage, 165 East Broad St., Cookeville. Free clothing of all sizes, home and kitchen items, toys, refreshments and more! Open to anyone; no information required.

Misty's Minutes

Walnut Village Residents We had lots of fun at the Valentines Game Day, so let’s keep it going! All Walnut Village residents are invited to come by Brenda’s office on Thursday, March 17, from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. for a St. Patrick’s Day Afternoon Garden Tea. Ellen and Sherrye from Sun, Seed & Soil will help plant green garden seedlings and talk about the community garden. Wear green and join us for a spot of green tea and pastries!

Don’t Quit, Just Come! Tobacco Cessation classes. A friend once told me about a home visit she went on several years ago with her work. As she entered the dimly lit, enclosed living room, she immediately noticed there was an infant lying in a carrier on the floor at the feet of the parents. She also realized the room was clogged with smoke, and both parents were smoking over the head of the baby. The baby was constantly breathing in toxic, second-hand smoke, which has the strong potential to cause chronic health problems. You may smoke or use tobacco products or live with someone who does. You may have never touched a nicotine product and never want your child to. If so, it’s not too late to come to our free tobacco cessation classes. Each class stands alone, so you can attend one time or come on a regular basis. There’s no joining, commitments or expectations. March classes will be on the 8th and 22nd from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. at the HRS Main Office, 235 West Jackson St.

The Baby and Me Tobacco Free Program allows pregnant women to get help to quit smoking while earning free diapers for the baby. For more information, call your local health department.

Bountiful Bread distribution will be Tuesday, March 8, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the HRS main office community room. All residents are welcome to stop by for delifresh bread items.

Need a new or better job? Current area job postings are available weekly in the HRS main office lobby. We have lots of events for everyone this month! However, we can still have winter weather in March. So be aware, events may cancel for snow or storms. If unsure, please call the office at (931) 526-9793.