Health Expo for those 50+ Thursday
The 50+ Health & Wellness Expo, presented by the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, will be held 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday at the Oxford Conference Center and will feature 56 vendors and several free health screenings. (April 9, 2013, Page 2)
Recognizing those who give to others
Volunteers honored by Mayors across the U.S. today as part of the first Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service. Local volunteers are being honored later this month through Volunteer Oxford and RSVP activities. (April 9, 2013, Page 1)
Reading between the lines
Columnist and Volunteer Oxford head Kelly Graeber writes about literacy and educational issues in our own backyards. (November 9, 2012, Page 2B)
National Leader examines local community service
Mississippi Commission of Volunteer Service held a roundtable discussion with locals, university, state and national leaders at Ole Miss on Wednesday. (August 23, 2012, Page 1, 5)
RSVP looking for readers
The Retired Senior Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers to go into local schools and help students with reading. Call 232-2377. (July 13, 2012, Page 3A)
County may review RSVP transit system
Some changes may expand the county disabled and retiree transit system for the county. (May 9, 2012, Page 1, 8)
Health expo for those 50+ on Thursday
RSVP, Baptist Memorial Hospital and other senior organizations have come together to hold the 50+ Health and Wellness Expo from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday at the Oxford Conference Center. Featured guests include Jackson chef Luis Bruno and IRS investigator Ashley Allen who do a self-defense demonstration. Entertainment will be provided by jazz/blues singer Effie Burt. (April 11, 2012, Page 3)
Volunteer programs celebrate 40 years
As part of National Senior Corps Week, the RSVP and Foster Grandparent volunteers enjoyed a luncheon on Thursday. Volunteers spoke about their experiences with the EAGLE. (September 23, 2011, Page 1A)
County to launch public transit service
Lafayette County and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program have teamed up to offer county residents who are more than 65 years old or disabled, free transportation to grocery stores, doctor’s appointments, etc. The program begins Tuesday. Call 232-2377 to schedule a ride. (September 1, 2011, Page 1)
TRIAD offers free services for elderly in the community
RSVP/TRIAD offer several free services to senior citizens of Oxford and Lafayette County that are aimed at keeping them safe and sound. Many of the features were highlighted during a recent community meeting held by TRIAD. (February 18, 2011, Page 2A)
