The Healthy Lubbock (HL) initiative seeks to make Lubbock and it’s surrounding communities a healthier place by supporting and motivating people to become active through physical activity and improved nutrition. Collaborating with Lubbock organizations to make Lubbock one of the healthiest cities in Texas is crucial.

Vision

• Provide and promote healthy activities and options for everyone in Lubbock and the surrounding communities.
• Educate individuals about healthy behavioral choices for themselves and for their families in a positive and affirming manner
• Play a leadership role in developing, implementing and tracking various health initiatives
• Continue establishing relationships with community organizations and individuals.
• Increase marketing and promotional efforts for the awareness and identity of healthy programs in the community.
• Be recognized as one of the healthiest cities in the state.

Healthy Lubbock Team

This team focuses on the Healthy Lubbock’s vision. Members of the team work closely with children, adults and senior-focused agencies and organizations.

• Annette Nichols Boles – Garrison Institute on Aging (GIA)
• Shanna Armstrong – Boys and Girls Clubs, Ultra marathoner, Motivational Speaker
• Matt McKennan – Focus Lubbock, Student, and GIA
• Johnny McLellan – Park and Recreation Department
• Nancy Neill – Park and Recreation Department Indoor Rec.
• Sheilah Patridge – GIA
• Tricia Vowels – Department of State Health Services
• Carolyn Simpson – Success by Six – United Way
• Linda Brice – TTUHSC School of Nursing
• Devon Casey – Department of State Health Services
• Jessica Keeth –Department of State Health Services
• Larry Sava – UMC Seniors are Special
• Allison Hays – UMC Marketing and Public Relations
• Jo Vaughn – TTUHSC School of Medicine, Communications and Marketing
• Ann Laurence – GIA
• Betty Blanton – TTU Rec. Center
• Kristi Franks – Bodyworks, Inc.
• Jerry Dwyer – West Texas Running Club
• Christina Cavarrubio – Community Health Center of Lubbock, Inc.