Tag Archives: Support

A place for those with over-eating compulsions to have a sense of community and support. That’s what the meetings for Overeaters Anonymous are for. Member Jim A. said that the group allows members to talk openly free of judgment and weigh-ins. He said that the group goes beyond diet and weight-loss culture to get its members help. “So as we ... Read More »

The Jackson County Animal Committee did not receive the support it wanted from local officials at its first meeting. Coordinator Karen Fitzmaurice said after the meeting had already been scheduled weeks in advance, Gainesboro Mayor Lloyd Williams did not attend. “We were a little displeased that the Gainesboro City Mayor Lloyd Williams had cancelled an hour before the meeting,” Fitzmaurice ... Read More »

Those living with Parkinson’s Disease in Cookeville and the surrounding areas can find a place of fellowship with the Peterson’s Foundation for Parkinson’s support group. The Cookeville branch was started two years ago to help educate and give support to Parkinson’s patients, caregivers, and other Parkinson’s service people. Parkinson’s patient and Cookeville PFP facilitator Pat Handlson said the group is ... Read More »

The first year of college can be scary and overwhelming. That’s why Tennessee Tech has created the Launchpad Student Success Center, a program aimed at supporting students as they transition to college life.  The idea for the program came after a Tech faculty committee noticed there were inconsistencies in the advisement of first-year students. Director Simone McKelvey said the goal ... Read More »