Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

• 8 • The Pinecone | August 2022 Congratulations to our EMPLOYEE of the Month CORNELIUS CHAMBERS Environmental Services Cornelius has dedicated 25 of service years to the residents, staff and guests of Kirby Pines. She can always be counted on to show up get the job done. Cornelius is kind to the residents and her coworkers. Congratulations Cornelius on a job well done. - Jada Mullins, Director of Environmental Services Describe Your Family: Happy Family. Describe yourself in five words: Happy. What do you do for fun: I like to go bowling. What are your hobbies or interests: I enjoy cooking. What is your favorite thing about your job: Helping take care of residents. What is your favorite food: Chicken. What is something you are proud of: God blessing me with health and strength. What would you like people to know about you: I want God to keep blessing me each and every day. Billiards is a favorite pastime for people of all ages. The game is played casually and socially, and can be enjoyed by people who are just learning and those who have played their whole lives. At Kirby Pines, we have a group of men who play every day from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Billiard Room. As a matter of fact, the guys will be celebrating their 10,000th game in early September. To celebrate, we will be hosting a Billiards Tournament, details to come. Why is Billiards a great pastime? A lot of people love playing billiards, as it is a great way to improve your own skill, or simply pass the time with friends. However, there’s more to playing billiards than you might think, and we don’t just mean technique. Playing billiards actually has some health benefits. While you may not have thought about that aspect of the game before, you could be doing your body and mind a favor the next time you pick up a cue. There is a lot of walking involved in a game of pool. A two-hour session of billiards can include about 100 trips around the table, which adds up to almost three-quarters of a mile. That exercise is great, and often goes unnoticed by the person gaining the benefits! Concentration is required to play the game, from determining shot angles to focusing on the ball. This type of mental stimulation is beneficial for people who have memory problems. Participation contributes to flexibility. The bending and stretching required during play requires a moderate amount of flexibility. More difficult shots may require the player to balance, and continued play can promote stability and help prevent falls. The benefits of the social aspect of billiards cannot be minimized. Numerous studies point to the positive effects relationships and social interaction provide for seniors. Billiards is a game many have played for years – often since childhood. Therefore, it taps into positive memories and creates moments of joy during every game. So chalk up your cue and come join in the fun! THE KIRBY PINES BILLIARDS GROUP Jim Stanley, Jim Gordon, Richard Cheek, Roy Thurmond and Peter Jones