September 2016 Newsletter

Belmont Village of Burbank
455 E. Angeleno Avenue • Burbank, CA 91501 • Phone 818-972-2405 • Fax 818-972-2419
September 2016
OUR TEAM:
Mary Jane Rodriguez
Executive Director
(818) 972-2405 ext. 102
mjrodrig
@belmontvillage.com
Jeff Braine
Activity Programs Coord.
(818) 972-2405 ext. 104
jbraine
@belmontvillage.com
Juan Chavez
Chef Manager
(818) 972-2405 ext. 106
Jaime Laylo
Building Engineer
(818) 972-2405 ext. 105
jlaylo
@belmontvillage.com
Leslie Brown
Human Resources Coord.
(818) 972-2405 ext. 103
Tammy Cooper
Dir. of Resident Care
(818) 972-2405 ext. 109
tcooper
@belmontvillage.com
Jose Acumabig
Memory Program Coord.
(818) 972-2405 ext. 111
jacumabig
@belmontvillage.com
Michelle Sucillon
Community Relations
(818) 972-2405 ext. 145
Jackie Marques
Community Relations
(818) 972-2405 ext. 146
From the Executive
Director
Welcome to September!
I hope this note finds everyone
doing well as we edge out of the
summer months and inch our way
into the fall.
We have lots to celebrate this
month in my house. Many
birthdays exist which is always
fun. Especially now that we have
four grandchildren to play with
and one more on the way!
Speaking of grandchildren, this
year, National Grandparents Day
falls on September 11th. What a
day of mixed emotions. I will
certainly take time to remember
those we tragically lost at the
World Trade Center. I will also
take time to honor my maternal
grandparents as well as my
parents, who could not have
provided a better role model to
my children. I also think so highly
of those close to me who provided
the guidance and love during my
upbringing. Lastly, but just as
important, I will honor all of our
residents, who have, and continue
to, nurture me in my role as an
Executive Director as well as
provide me with guidance in
life itself.
I have such fond thoughts of
my maternal grandparents. My
grandmother on my mother’s side
resided in Lake Crystal, MN. A
widow, she traveled during the
winter months with her sister, my
great-aunt Maude. Typically, they
would spend their winters in Long
Beach with other widows from
small-town Minnesota. I’m not
quite sure how they all found the
same complex on Ocean Blvd but
was amazed how these farmer
wives all came together to spend
their time on the beach, year after
year! It was such a wonderful
childhood to have the ability to
spend winters with a grandmother
who normally I would only see
each summer.
This is difficult to explain,
however there is something about
being raised around card playing
seniors that makes you feel bad
for those who missed out. During
these games, I was told about
secret family recipes, things that
made my grandfather blush,
childhood antics my mother
participated in, and stories how
the family farm was purchased off
of several nuggets of gold found
here in California.
Our own children were raised
playing the same card games,
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September Resident
Birthdays
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4
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9
12
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15
21
25
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George Calabrese
Regna Lowthorp
Evelyn Selbst
Josephine Britt
Kathy Woods Brody
Johanna Resnick
Arthur Moore
Maxine Duranti
Sally Heinicke
Bernice Christenson
Beverly Morrow
Mercedes Ford
RESIDENT BIRTHDAY
LUNCHEON
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16,
11:30am, TOWN HALL
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page) Canasta, Hearts, and
Cribbage. My parents would
spend these weekly game nights
reciting many of the same stories I
heard as a child. Two of my three
children are now working in the
senior living industry, as well as
one son-in-law who also spent
hours at the card table with my
mother. Not sure what happened
to son #2 as he went into the
sheet metal business – however, I
must add, he was always the
“cheater” in these games!
I wish you all, whether you
have grandchildren or not, a
wonderful “Grandparents Day” as
I know that each one of you have
touched the hearts of many during
your lifetime. I know that you
continue to touch mine, each and
every day.
My best regards to all,
Mary Jane
Happy
Anniversary
One Year
Robert Brody 9/30/2015
Kathy Woods Brody 9/30/2015
Joanna Jocelyn 9/25/2015
Douglas Jocelyn 9/25/2015
Al Maskell 9/19/2015
Bobbie’Dine Rodda 9/30/2015
Two Years
Marjorie Bursey 9/19/2014
Larry Jurman 9/24/2014
Three Years
Betty Davidson 9/19/2013
Herminie Hatzikian 9/6/2013
Mercedes Ford 9/11/2013
Five Years
George Calabrese 9/30/2011
Kay Pongracz 9/1/2011
Six Years
Evelyn Selbst 9/17/2010
Vivian Tolles 9/4/2010
Employee Birthdays
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3
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Juanito Geronimo
Maria Rodriguez
Alejandro Chavez
Elena Vassileva
Maria Flores
Editha Llanos
Jeff Braine
Jeline Dungca
Aina Galsim
Mary Jane Rodriguez
Jamie Master
Sheila Kendall
Ivon Ortega Luna
Olga Gonzales
Employee of the Month
Congrats Corinna!
We are pleased to announce Corinna
Villaneda as our September Employee of the
Month! Corinna, one of our terrific concierges,
does a wonderful job balancing and executing
the many responsibilities that come with her
position. If you’ve visited us, you’ve likely seen
for yourself her friendly and kind disposition as
she genuinely works her hardest to ensure not
only all of our visitors, but all of our staff are
well-informed, updated and happy!
Transportation
Out &
About
Honoring Ross Purdy
The weather couldn’t have been
better for our picnic and outing to
the Marion Davies Guest House in
Santa Monica.
Giselle soaks up some sun after our
lunch outing to Hennessey’s Tavern
in Hermosa Beach.
Pattern Bingo
A twist on the traditional game
of bingo, pattern bingo awards a
winner when a player matches the
predetermined pattern the host
chooses.
Saturdays
1:30 - 2:30pm
in Town Hall
We are elated to announce
Belmont Village of Burbank will
be hosting a celebratory High Tea
party honoring Reverend Ross
Purdy of First Presbyterian
Church. Reverend Purdy has
selflessly served our community
by not only leading our weekly
Wednesday Bible Studies but also
our Friday morning Hymn
Singing. After recently receiving
his PhD from Sterling University
in Scotland, we thought this
would be the perfect occasion to
celebrate not only his
accomplishment but his years of
serving our residents. Please RSVP
with the Concierge by Wednesday,
September 21st to attend!
Thursday, September 29th
2:00 - 3:30pm
in Josephine’s Kitchen
Welcome New Resident!
Welcome, Dorothy Barnes, to the
Belmont Village of Burbank
family! Dorothy is a sweet (and
funny!) addition to our wonderful
community.
Dorothy with a new friend, Pedro!
MONDAY
8:30 a.m.–noon
Personal Appointments
1:30 p.m. Local Banks
2:30 p.m. Ralphs and CVS
TUESDAY/THURSDAY
Dr. Appointment Days
8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. (Schedule
with concierge at least 48 hours
prior to appointment.)
WEDNESDAY
Bank Visits at 9 a.m.
Outing Day
FRIDAY
Doctor/Hair Appointments
SATURDAY
10:30 a.m. Neighborhood
Scenic Drive
1 p.m. Ralphs, CVS and
Walgreens
SUNDAY
8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Places of Worship
1:00 p.m. Scenic Drive.
Please sign up with Concierge.
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September 2016
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 GR You Be The Judge
2:00 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
3:30 GR Wine and Cheese Happy
Hour with Tom Horvath
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
5
4 Labor Day
8:30 Transportation to Local Churches
9:15 Walking Club
8:30 GR Communion in the Great Room 9:30 TH Fitness Class
9:15 Walking Club
10:30 B Apples to Apples Game
10:30 GR Church Service provided by
1:00 MT Movie Club with Merle
South Hills Church
3:30 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
1:00 Scenic Drive
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
3:00 Dog Visit with Sweetie Belle
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
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8:30 Transportation to Local Churches
9:15 Walking Club
8:30 GR Communion in the Great Room 9:30 TH Fitness Class
9:15 Walking Club
10:30 B 20 Questions Game
1:00 Scenic Drive
1:00 MT Movie Club with Merle
3:30 GR Musical Entertainment
3:30 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
featuring Kevin Laurence
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
25
8:30 Transportation to Local Churches
9:15 Walking Club
8:30 GR Communion in the Great Room 9:30 TH Fitness Class
9:15 Walking Club
10:30 B Scrabble Slam
1:00 Scenic Drive
1:00 MT Musical Theatre Club
3:30 GR Musical Entertainment
featuring “Down Home Time” 3:30 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
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20
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3
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
11:00 GR Trivia with Fritz
1:00 Local Shopping
1:30 TH Pattern Bingo
3:30 TH Foreign Language Class
with Oscar
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
10
9
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
11:00 GR Trivia with Fritz
1:00 Local Shopping
1:30 TH Pattern Bingo
3:30 GR Afternoon Entertainment
featuring Matthew Stoneman
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
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21
15
16
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:30
TH Fitness Class
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 GR Hymn Sing with Rev. Purdy
10:30 GR You Be The Judge
11:30 TH Birthday Luncheon
2:00 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
3:00 GR Shabbat Service with Rabbi
3:30 GR Wine and Cheese Happy
Bieber
Hour with Michael Quest 6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
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9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
11:00 GR Trivia with Fritz
1:00 Local Shopping
1:30 TH Pattern Bingo
3:30 TH Foreign Language Class
with Oscar
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
22 Shopping in the Bistro Provided by 23
7:00
27
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 TH Current Events with Mary
Jane
2:00 JK New Resident Welcome
Tea
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
2
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 GR Hymn Sing with Rev. Purdy
1:00 TH Beading Class
2:00 TH Beading Class
3:00 GR Shabbat Service with Rabbi
Bieber
4:00 TH New Resident Orientation
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
“Butterfly Boutique” 11am-3pm
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
9:30 TH Fitness Class
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 TH Bible Study with Rev. Purdy
10:30 GR You Be The Judge
10:30 GR Hymn Sing with Rev. Purdy
11:00 Lunch Outing - Wokcano Restaurant
2:00
TH Blackjack in Town Hall
1:00 TH Beading Class
and Lounge
2:00 TH Beading Class
3:30
GR
Wine
and
Cheese
Happy
2:30 TH Food Chat with Chef Juan
Hour with David Kaufman 3:00 GR Shabbat Service with Rabbi
3:30 TH Adventures with Doug:
Kornfeld
Paradise Valley
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 TH Current Events
1:30 TH Resident Council
Meeting
2:30 GR Two-Minute Mysteries
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
MBA
Outdoors
Saturday
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:30
TH Fitness Class
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30
GR Hymn Sing with Rev. Purdy
10:30 GR You Be The Judge
1:00 TH Beading Class
2:00 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
2:00 TH Beading Class
3:30 GR Wine and Cheese Happy 3:00 GR Shabbat Service with Rabbi
Hour with Mara Joyce
Kornfeld
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30
TH Bible Study with Rev.
10:30 TH Current Events with Mary
Purdy
Jane
12:30
Outing
- The Norton Simon
2:30 B Jeopardy with Jeff
Museum
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
2:30
TH Food Chat with Chef Juan
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 B Scrabble Slam
1:00 MT Musical Theatre Club
3:30 TH Blackjack in Town Hall
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
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7
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 TH Bible Study with Rev.
Purdy
11:00 Lunch Outing - Cafe Bizou
2:30 TH Food Chat with Chef Juan
4:30 TH New Resident Family
Orientation
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30 TH Current Events
1:00 TH Podiatrist Visit
2:30 GR Two-Minute Mysteries
3:30 B Activities Chat
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
12
11
8:30 GR Communion in the Great
Room
8:30 Transportation to Local Churches
9:15 Walking Club
1:00 Scenic Drive
3:00 Dog Visit with Sweetie Belle
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
6
Great Room, 1st Floor
Bistro, 1st Floor
Movie Theater, 4th Floor
Town Hall, 1st Floor
Josephine's Kitchen
MT
Movie of the Night
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30
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:15 Walking Club
9:30
TH Fitness Class
9:30
TH
Fitness
Class
9:30 TH Fitness Class
10:30
GR
Hymn Sing with Rev. Purdy
10:30 GR You Be The Judge
10:30 TH Bible Study with Rev.
1:00
B
Trivial Pursuit: Genius
2:00 JK High Tea Party Celebration
Purdy
Edition
for Reverend Ross Purdy
1:00 Movie Outing - “Sully”
3:00
GR
Shabbat
Service with Rabbi
3:30 GR Wine and Cheese Happy
2:30 TH Food Chat with Chef Juan
Bieber
Hour with Marvin Robinson
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
6:30 B Bingo in the Bistro
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
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9:15 Walking Club
9:30 TH Fitness Class
11:00 GR Trivia with Fritz
1:00 Local Shopping
1:30 TH Pattern Bingo
3:30 TH Seth Becker, Music
Historian Program
7:00 MT Movie of the Night
Circle of
Friends&
Neighborhood
Visiting the Museum of Flying!
Circle of Friends News...
This month, our Circle of Friends residents continued learning and
partaking in new, fun things like making dragonflies from beads and
pipe cleaners to designing and creating individual leis in celebration of
our festive Hawaiian luau party. We are excited to be introducing music
and rhythm into our regular programming by adding visits from a music
therapist to lead the residents in a sing-along and also by adding
rhythmic therapy in the form of a drum circle--also lead by a music
therapist. Circle of Friends residents were able to pose with the stars
during their visit to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Hollywood,
explore rich aviation history at The Museum of Flying in Santa Monica
and partake in excellent Italian fare with a lunch outing to Carmine’s
Italian Restaurant in Arcadia!
Neighborhood News...
Making our own volcanoes
Dr. McGroarty with Jackie
Robinson: one great man saluting
another
Looks fun, June!
“September days are here, with
summer’s best of weather and
autumn’s best of cheer.” - Helen
Hunt Jackson.
Last month, residents had a
scenic drive along the Pacific
Coast Highway and breathed
deeply of the salty sea air when we
parked with a view of the beach.
Residents also had a fin-tastic
local lunch outing to Sharky’s
Woodfired Mexican Grill. This
month, residents will reach out to
the community by touring the
Burbank Fire Department Head
Quarters, which will offer them
the unique opportunity to meet
our firefighters and gain a greater
understanding of what they do
through a demonstration. We
have a lunch outing on the first
Saturday and park outing on the
third Monday of each month.
Please contact us if you have
suggestions for future outings!
A beautiful scenic drive
Chuck with Sweetie Belle!
Dottie, Maurine and Jeanette
enjoying craft-making!
From DRCS
Tammy Cooper
Hydration and the Elderly
Dehydration is a frequent cause
of hospitalization of older adults;
it can precipitate emergency
hospitalization and increase the
risk of repeated stays in the
hospital. Why are the elderly more
susceptible to dehydration? As we
get older, body water content
decreases by approximately 15%.
With this decrease, the body
becomes more susceptible to
dehydration from the loss of a
small amount of body water. The
risk for dehydration increases, and
the consequences become more
serious. The elderly often
experience diminished thirst
sensation which leads to a
reduced fluid consumption.
Dehydration has also been
associated with impaired
cognition or acute confusion,
falling or constipation.
Incontinence can also increase
water losses and the use of
diuretics also causes dehydration.
Prevention is primarily based
on ensuring adequate fluid intake.
• Offer fluids regularly during
the day.
• Make liquids readily
available all day by placing
containers such as small
bottles of water.
• Encourage consumption of
fluids with medication.
• Provide preferred beverages.
• Prescribe and safeguard a
minimum intake of 1.5 L in
periods of increased risk for
dehydration.
Roseann was an outstanding
instructor
Painting With Purpose
Health
News
Flu Shots Available
We will have flu shots available
and ready to be administered here
at Belmont Village of Burbank. To
schedule an appointment, please
contact the Concierge.
Thursday, September 29th
Begins at 10:00am
in Town Hall
Thank you to everyone who
contributed and made the
month-long experience possible!
All proceeds raised from
participation and the auctioning
off of final pieces will be
donated entirely to promote
Alzheimer’s awareness.
Beautiful, Herminie!
Happy 90th, Betty!
Enjoying shopping in the Bistro
Elizabeth deep in concentration
creating her masterpiece!
Hawaiian Luau Party
A fun meal with fun friends
Aloha, Bill. Nice moves!
Very brave volunteers!
A terrific luau dance performance
Enjoying the Hawaiian-themed feast
Looking good, Ruth and Chuck!
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Burbank, CA 91501
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