Health and Human Sciences
It's as simple as
Food, Family, Money, & Health
The Health and Human Sciences (HHS) Educator delivers educational programs in Vigo County that are evidence and research based, to all community members. HHS Purdue Extension focuses on issues related to families and parenting through programs like our "Strengthening Families Program". HHS Extension delivers health and wellness and food and nutrition programs to help with chronic diseases, like "Dining with Diabetes" and "Be Heart Smart". Through HHS you can also learn about food safety and home food preservation. Where Does Your Money Go helps those who struggle financially get back to basics by learning budgeting.
Contact Us
Purdue Extension Vigo County
275 Ohio St.
Terre Haute, IN 47807
(812) 462-3371
GAIL WRIGHT
Extension Homemakers
VIGO COUNTY EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS NEWSLETTER
NOVEMEBER 2026
President’s Message
Hello everyone! We made it through hosting our Terre Haute District Meeting this month. I was very happy to see so many Vigo County members in attendance. I heard good remarks during the day about the time, decorations, food, and the silent auction. The State ladies told me they had a very good time and was impressed with the decorations, food, and attendance. Our portion of the Silent Auction was 290.00. Thank you all for your help for the day. Thank you to Gail Wright, our Vigo County Extension HHS Educator for running the laptop for several presentations. Also, thank you to our Vocal Chords for the wonderful singing. Everyone enjoyed the songs.
This next month has a few happenings that I’m also excited about: our Extension Craft Day, Council Meeting, and Sewing Day.
Dates to Remember
November 2nd Extension Craft DayMount Pleasant United Methodist Church
3050 E Davis Dr, Terre Haute, IN 47802
November 3rd Election Day - Office closed
November 9th Council MeetingMeadows Learning Lab
55 S. Brown Ave.
Terre Haute, IN 47803
November 11th Veterans Day – Office closed
November 19th Sewing Day, 10:00am – possibly to 2 or 3pmCommunity Center
Wabash Valley Fairgrounds
November 26-27 Thanksgiving Day (office closed both days)
December 14th Past Presidents Meeting
Union Hospital Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
On September 25th Union Hospital had a brunch for all their Volunteer organizations at the Sycamore Winery. The extension clubs were well represented with the following ladies: Joan Lindsey, Carlene Nemeth, Ruth Ridener, Vicky Hayne, Judy Haare, Connie Dixon, Jacqui Stanley, Terri Taylor, and myself (Deb).
9:30 Registration
10:00 Meeting starts
Hello, Inspiration message, Welcome to our crafters
Table Prayer
11:00 Lunch
Noon – 2:00pm Open to shop (club members and general public)
Cleanup of Church room
We are putting flyers around the community announcing this event hoping to attract the general public, friends, etc. Let your friends know the shopping portion of this event is open to the public this year.
This year we will have outside vendors beside some of our club members showing their work. A young man who is very talented, a lady who makes items out of “granny squares”, club members who make “things” out of glass dishes, alcohol ink drawings and clay ornaments, and food items are also on the agenda.
Check last month’s newsletter about food and reservation deadline.
IEHA Week & Make A Difference Day
October 19-24 was IEHA Week. Let me know if your club had any special event to celebrate the week. Also, October 24th was Make a Difference Day. Let me know if your club had any event to celebrate this day.
Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Have you cut down on a favorite activity because you might fall? If so, A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls is a program for you.
Fear of falling can be just as dangerous as falling itself. People who develop this fear often limit their activities, which can result in physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. Many older adults also experience increased isolation and depression when they limit their interactions with family and friends. A Matter of Balance can help people improve their quality of life and remain independent.
A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance.
Purdue Extension will be offering A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls at the Meadows Learning Lab, 55 S. Brown Ave., Terre Haute, IN beginning Monday, November 2nd and continuing each Monday through December 21st from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This 8-week program is offered for a small fee of $25/person. Each class is limited to 12 participants. A workbook will be provided and refreshments will be served.
For more information and to register, contact Gail at the Vigo County Extension Office at 812-462-3371.