June 2014 - Westminster Village

2741 N Salisbury St. • West Lafayette, IN 47906 • (765) 463-7546
Westminster Village Directors
June 2014
Executive Director
Vicki Gregory
Nursing Director
Melissa Clendenning
Health Facility
Ben Blankenship
Administrator
Marketing Director
Dawn Walker
Controller
Pat Miller
Human Resources Director
Todd Payne
Administrative Services
Stacey Johnson
Director
Health & Wellness
Jordan Morrow
Director
Dining Services Director
Rickey Kerr
Plant Operations Director
Mick Dalton
Important Phone Numbers
Concierge Desk
After-Hours Emergency
Village Mart
Village Salon
463-7546
337-4966
464-5153
464-8896
Concierge Desk Hours
Every Day
8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Main Dining Room Hours
Lunch: 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Dinner: 4 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Village Pub Hours
Sunday–Saturday ..........11 a.m.–8 p.m.
The Pavilion Cafe Hours
Breakfast: 7 a.m.–11 a.m.
Open 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
Questions About This Issue?
Contact Kathy Hyman
Life Enrichment Independent Living
at (765) 463-7546, [email protected]
When I was in high school, I participated in the
vocational building trades program for two years. I had
planned to be a carpenter when I completed high
school, but my mother convinced me to “give college a
try”. That fall, I began my studies at Purdue University
in construction management. My first year’s classes
focused on estimating construction materials and
project management. Estimating concrete and two by
fours just did not have enough excitement for me, so
after the first year, I changed my major of study to
industrial supervision with an emphasis in human
resources—desiring more contact with people. To
support myself during college, I worked full-time
during the day and took classes at night. After
graduation, I began my career in employee training and
development. I worked my way up to human resource
manager and now I am thrilled to serve Westminster
Village as the human resource director. I feel privileged
to help our employees and our leadership team.
—Todd Payne
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Wellness Center
Hours
Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Wellness Nurse
Kathy Coffman
Phone Number
(765) 464-5108
Wellness Director
Jordan Morrow
Super Food:
Watermelon
Crisp, cool
watermelon is a tasty
and nutritious ending
to a summer meal.
This sweet relative of
the cantaloupe,
squash and cucumber
is high in vitamins A
and C and lycopene.
These antioxidants
help prevent heart
attack, stroke and
cancer. Choose
watermelons that are
heavy for their size
and have a yellowish
area on one side,
where the fruit rested
on the ground. This
indicates that the
watermelon was
vine-ripened and is
more likely to be
flavorful and juicy.
Summer Is Good for
Your Health
Hoosiers have good reason to
celebrate summer. After months in the
bitter cold, it feels wonderful to get
outside for long stretches of time and
enjoy the warm air and bright sunshine.
While it’s true that you must be careful
in the season’s heat and humidity, a little
advance planning will make it possible to
experience all of the joys of summertime.
The sun has an important role in
allowing the body to absorb vitamin D,
so spending time outside has several
health benefits. Vitamin D can protect
against a host of diseases, including
osteoporosis, heart disease and cancers of
the breast, prostate and colon. Sunlight
also has hidden benefits—like protecting
against depression and insomnia.
Older adults have more to gain from
additional time outdoors, because as you
age, your body produces less
Vitamin D than it did when you
were younger. Spending time
outside allows the body to absorb
this essential nutrient. However,
you need to take precautions
against heat exhaustion and heat
stroke, which can be harmful or
evenly deadly.
If it’s a really hot day, don’t
plan your outside time around the
hottest hours, which are usually
from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. Consider
waking up early and taking a walk
with the sunrise, spend your
morning working in the garden
(like the plot-to-plate program
being hosted by the Wellness
department), or take advantage of
family summer activities by
attending grandkids’ or friends’
evening sporting events or picnics.
As a general rule, senior adults
should not practice outdoor
physical activity if it’s warmer
than 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Those
very hot summer days are perfect
for staying inside and
participating in stretchercise, Tai
Chi or a dance class.
An added benefit of spending
time outside is the physical
activity that usually accompanies
it. Time spent walking around the
block or planting seeds in the dirt
can support an active lifestyle.
Although sun exposure can
provide health benefits, it is
important to protect against its
harmful rays. Wear plenty of
sunscreen, don a protective hat
and consider carrying a hand-held
fan to make the most of the
summer days.
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Glee Club Dazzles Residents
One of the most enjoyable events of the year is the
visit and performance by the Purdue Glee Club. In
May, the residents enjoyed an afternoon listening to
the Glee Club sing some of their long-time favorite
songs as well as some newer tunes. Their closing
medley recognized all the branches of the armed
Purdue University Glee Club services. It was truly heartwarming to watch those
residents who served our country stand in honor of
their respective branches.
Keeping Fit
Spiritual
There is no better time to try one of
the Village fitness programs. Watch
Channel 91 and listen to morning
announcements for locations.
Rooms are subject to change.
Fitness Center in the Lower Level
Open 24 Hours a Day
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Stretchercise
Mondays & Fridays
10 a.m.
Golden Zumba
Mondays, 3:30 p.m.
Ballroom Dancing
Mondays, 6 p.m.
Miracles Fitness Class
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
(at 11 a.m. on 4th Tuesday of
the month)
Next Level Tai Chi
Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m.
Yoga
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m.
(No yoga on 6/18)
Tai Chi Exercises
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
“Joy in the Morning”
Bible Study
Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-Courtyard Chapel
Residents’ Prayer & Share
Thursdays, 10 a.m.-Courtyard Chapel
Bible Study
Thursdays, 2:30 p.m.-Cardinal
Scripture Sharing for Women
Fridays, 11 a.m., A4 Lounge
Catholic Services
Mass, Saturdays, 4 p.m.-Firefly
Communion, Wed., 6/4, 10 a.m.-CYC
Rosary, Mon., 6/30, 11 a.m.-CYC
Episcopal Communion
Tuesday, 6/17, 1:30 p.m.-CYC
Vespers - Sundays, 4 p.m.-Firefly
June 1: David Doane
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
June 8: Rev. John Walker
First Presbyterian, Ottawa, IL
June 15: Rev. John Hebblethwaite
Upper Room Christian Fellowship
June 22: Rev. Craig LaSuer
First United Methodist Church
June 29: Rev. Adam Brice
Two Cities Church (USA)
Wellness Center
Services Available
Call Kathy Coffman
for an appointment.
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Audiologist
Dr. Caccavo
Thurs., 6/5
9 a.m.–noon
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Family Practice
Dr. Dodt
Wed., 6/4-1:30 p.m.
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Podiatrist
Dr. Baumgartner
Thurs., 6/19-8:30 a.m.
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Well-Informed
Dr. Adensunloye,
Oncology
Wed., 6/25-7 p.m.
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Massage Therapy
Monday–Friday 8-5
*By appointment only*
(765) 412-2161
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June 2014
Sunday
Happy
Name Tag Week
Monday
1 Name Tag Week
Birthday
2 Beverly Kensinger
2 Laszlo Kovacs
3 John Stump
3 Virginia Kienly
4 Kathleen Kirsch
5 Evelyn Phillips
6 Cyril Brown
8 Robert Schlatter
8 Charles Sherrill
9 Wells Hudson
9 Frances Cargnino
12 Ava Portman
13 Donald Nead
13 Lewis Runnels
15 Dudley Herron
15 Lois Seretny
17 Willard Dillon Jr.
17 Charlotte Walker
18 Thomas Benner
20 Patricia Fessler
20 Harriet Smith
20 Virginia Tyler
21 Esther Hughes
26 Betty Carr
27 Alice Arthur
27 Dorothy Hinchman
27 Joseph Lift
28 Robert Anderson
28 Elma Osborn
29 Phyllis Hemmer
Welc me
New Residents
Carl Click
Alice Messman
Bruce McKenzie
Joan Stewart
4:00 Vespers-FF
Rev. David Doane, Holy
Trinity Lutheran Church
7:00 Sunday Night Movie
‘Philomena’ Tune in to Channel
91
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4:00 Vespers-FF
Rev. John Walker, First
Presbyterian Church
(Ottawa, IL)
7:00 Sunday Night Movie
‘Searching for Sugar Man’
Tune in to Channel 91
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4:00 Vespers-FF
Rev. John Hebblethwaite,
Upper Room Christian
Fellowship
7:00 Sunday Night Movie
‘Frozen’ Tune in to Channel 91
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4:00 Vespers-FF
Rev. Craig LaSuer, First
United Methodist Church
7:00 Sunday Night Movie
‘Postcards From the Edge’
Tune in to Channel 91
Tuesday
2 Name Tag Week
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10:00 Miracles Fitness
9:30 Cottage ‘D’ Meeting-C
Class-FF
10:00 Stretchercise-FF/TT
11:00 ‘Joy in the Morning’ Bible
12:00 Popcorn-VS
Study-CYC
1:00 Monday Movie
1:30 Country Line Dancing-VS
‘Somewhere in Time’-FF
2:00 Writing Interest Group-C4
1:00 Bazaar Committee-C
2:30 Next Level Tai Chi-C
3:30 Golden Zumba-VS
2:30 Bazaar Workshop
6:00 Ballroom Dance Class-VS
‘Card Making’-VS
7:00 Speaker: Betty Nelson
7:00 Movie ‘Philomena’ Tune
‘Birth Order’-FF/TT
Into Channel 91
Floor Meetings
9 Floor Meetings
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9:30 Depart Indianapolis
Outing: Butterfly Exhibit &
9:00 Landscape Committee-C
Indiana State Museum
10:00 Stretchercise-FF/TT
10:00 Miracles Fitness-FF
10:30 Vespers Committee-C
10:00 Cottage ‘B’ Meeting-C
12:00 Popcorn-VS
11:00 ‘Joy in the Morning’-CYC
1:00 Monday Movie ‘Saving
1:00 Resident Open Art-C4
Mr. Banks’-FF
1:00 Shining Up-VS
3:30 Golden Zumba-VS
2:30 Next Level Tai Chi-FF
6:00 Ballroom Dance Class-VS
7:00 Movie ‘Searching for
Sugar Man’ Tune Into CH 91
16 9:30 Resident Council-C
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10:00 Miracles Fitness-FF
10:00 Stretchercise-FF/TT
11:00 ‘Joy in the Morning’-CYC
12:00 Popcorn-VS
1:30 Country Line Dancing-VS
1:00 Monday Movie ‘Crazy on
1:30 Episcopal
the Outside’-FF
Communion-CYC
1:30 Depart Tour of
2:00 Writing Interest
Tippecanoe County With
Group-C4
Sallie Fahey
2:30 Next Level Tai Chi-C
3:30 Golden Zumba-VS
7:00 Singing Saints-WH
6:00 Ballroom Dance Class-VS
7:00 Movie ‘Frozen’ Tune Into
Channel 91
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10:00 All Resident
10:00 Stretchercise-FF/TT
Meeting-WH
12:00 Popcorn-VS
11:00 Miracles Fitness
1:00 Monday Movie ‘Oh God!
Class-FF
You Devil!’-FF
11:00 ‘Joy in the Morning’ Bible
3:30 Golden Zumba-VS
Study-CYC
6:00 Ballroom Dance Class-VS
2:30 Next Level Tai Chi-C
7:00 Storytelling Program
7:00 Movie ‘Postcards From
‘Jim & Suzanne’ On the Civil
the Edge’ Tune Into Channel
War-WH
91
29 9:30 Hosting Committee-C 30
10:00 Stretchercise-FF/TT
11:00 Catholic Rosary-CYC
4:00 Vespers-FF
12:00 Popcorn-VS
Rev. Adam Brice, Two Cities 1:00 Monday Movie ‘Calendar
Church (USA)
Girls’-FF
7:00 Sunday Night Movie
3:30 Golden Zumba-VS
‘Dead Poets Society’ Tune in 6:00 Ballroom Dance Class-VS
to Channel 91
7:00 Speaker: Brian Beheler,
Purdue Forestry ‘Purdue
Wildlife Area & Martell
Forest’-FF/TT
Westminster Village Event Calendar
Wednesday
Thursday
9-11 WL Public Library-VS 4
9:00 Wheel Throwing Demo:
Pasta Bowls-VS
10:00 Catholic
Communion-CYC
1:00 Poker Games-VS
1:30 Dr. Dodt-WC
1:30 Realities of Life ‘Your
Family & Boundaries’-FF
2:30 Yoga-FF
4:30 May & June Birthday
Dinner-C/TT
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8-4 Medicine Drop-Off-WC
1:00 Poker Games-VS
1:00 International
Conversation-MH
1:00 Depart Walmart
2:30 Yoga-C
7:00 Westminster University
“The Admission Process”
Speakers: Ben Blankenship &
Kelly Meeker-WH
9:00 Grocery Shopping
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9:00 Dr. Caccavo-WC
10:00 Resident Prayer-CYC
10:45 Depart Lunch Bunch:
Spageddies Italian Kitchen
1:00 Tai Chi-FF
2:00 Open Bridge-VS
2:30 Bible Study-C
2:30 Current Events-A3
7:00 Purdue Research
Database Presentation-WH
7:00 Depart Laf. Citizens Band
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9-11 WL Public Library-VS
9-11 Paint Your Pasta
Bowl-VS
1:00 Poker Games-VS
4:00 Garden Party-WH & MH
6-8 Dancing With Riverboat
Ramblers-WH
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9:45 Depart Mayberry Cafe
10:30 Hospitality
Committee-C
1:00 Poker Games-VS
1:00 International
Conversation-MH
1:00 Depart Tippecanoe Mall
2:30 Yoga-C
7:00 Well-Informed Speaker:
Dr. Adensunloye, Oncology
9:00 Grocery Shopping
10:00 Resident Prayer-CYC
1:00 Tai Chi-FF
2:00 Open Bridge-VS
2:30 Bible Study-C
2:30 Current Events-A3
7:00 Depart Lafayette Citizens
Band
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8:30 Dr. Baumgartner-WC
9:00 Grocery Shopping
10:00 Resident Prayer-CYC
1:00 Tai Chi-FF
1:00 Food Committee-C
2:00 Open Bridge-VS
2:30 Bible Study-C
2:30 Current Events-A3
5:00 Parkinson’s Support
Group-FF
7:00 Depart Laf. Citizens Band
9:00 Grocery Shopping
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9:30 History Committee-C
10:00 Resident Prayer-CYC
1:00 Tai Chi-FF
2:00 Open Bridge-VS
2:30 Bible Study-C
2:30 Current Events-A3
Westminster Travels: ITALY
4:00 Theme Dinner-DR
7:00 Speaker: Assoc. Dean
Emily Allen. Honors Colg.-WH
7:00 Depart Laf. Citizens Band
Friday
Saturday
Name Tag Week
6 Name Tag Week
9:00-Noon Flea Market-LL
9:00 Coffee & Sing-Along-VS
10:00 Stretchercise-FF/TT
11:00 Scripture for Women-A4
1:30 Village Voices-VS
6:30 Euchre-VS
10:30 Art Class With Dotty
Asher-VS
1:00 Bingo-VS
4:00 Catholic Mass-FF
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9:00-Noon Flea Market-LL
9:00 Coffee & Sing-Along-VS
10:00 Stretchercise-TT
10:00 Flag Day Ceremony (at
Flagpole)
1:00 Bingo-VS
11:00 Scripture for Women-A4 4:00 Catholic Mass-FF
11:30 Father’s Day Lunch,
Speaker Howard
Kellman-C/TT
1:30 Village Voices-VS
6:30 Euchre-VS
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9:00-Noon Flea Market-LL
9:00 Coffee & Sing-Along-VS
10:00 Stretchercise-TT/FF
11:00 Scripture for Women-A4
1:00 Italy Show &
Share-TT/FF
1:30 Village Voices-VS
6:30 Euchre & Board
Games-VS
C4 C-4 Conference
C Cardinal Room
CYC Courtyard Chapel
FF Firefly Room
LL Lower Level
MH Mendelsohn Hall
TT Tulip Tree Room
VS Village Square
WC Wellness Center
WH Whitsel Hall
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10:30 Art Class With Dotty
Asher-VS
1:00 Bingo-VS
4:00 Catholic Mass-FF
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9:00-Noon Flea Market-LL
9:00 Coffee & Sing-Along-VS
10:00 Stretchercise-TT
11:00 Scripture for Women-A4
1:30 Village Voices-VS
3:00 Book Club-A3
6:30 Euchre-VS
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1:00 Bingo-VS
4:00 Catholic Mass-FF
Check for changes or
cancellations posted on
Channel 91, the kiosk, event
flyers, weekly highlights
and/or on the daily
announcements.
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Thank You
• Caryl Matthews
• Angie Klink
• Guardian Angel
Hospice
• Conductor Nick
Palmer
• PU Glee Club
• Nadya
Dubikovsky
• Don Schneck
• WL Library
• Wolf Candy
• Lissa McKinnis
• Columbian Park
Zoo
• Melissa
Schussman
• Courtney
Hamilton
• LeeAnn Atwell
• PU Convo
• Rev. Andy
Koesters
• Rev. Susan Brust
• Rev. Sue Lissack
• Rev. Will
Peugeot
• Dr. Caccavo
• Dr. Baumgartner
Jim Fisher shares about his Honor Flight.
Honor Flight
Three Westminster residents were
among the many who participated in
the Honor Flight that left Purdue
Airport for Washington, D.C., in the
early morning of May 5. All three
residents served our country in WWII.
The Honor Flight transports
America’s veterans to Washington,
D.C., to visit memorials that honor
their service to and sacrifice for their
country. Because America felt it was
important enough to build the
memorials, the Honor Flight Network
believes it is equally important that
those veterans actually get to visit and
experience their memorials.
Each honoree takes a companion
to guide and care for him or her
during the trip. Bob Dale’s grandson
and Jim Fisher’s son went with them.
Both residents thought it was extra
special to experience Washington,
especially their memorials, through
the eyes of their loved ones.
Jerry Goetsch said that there was
someone to greet them at each
destination; and he had never been
made to feel so special in his life.
The highlight for Jim Fisher was
watching the changing of the guard
at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
in the National Cemetery. The
soldier walked back and forth: he
stood at each end of the tomb for 21
seconds before walking back to the
other end. This service is performed
24/7/365 regardless of the weather.
All three residents agreed that the
day was unforgettable and would
surely be willing to share their
experiences.
A Cricket Symphony
The sound of crickets chirping is relaxing for many people. As the months get
warmer, the crickets begin to make more music. Science can explain how the
temperature affects the number of chirps a cricket produces. There is even a
formula for figuring out the temperature based on the number of chirps.
Crickets are cold-blooded and, because of this, they take on the temperature that
surrounds them. As the temperature rises, the number of chirps a cricket produces
also increases.
To obtain a rough estimate of what the temperature is in degrees Fahrenheit,
count the number of chirps you hear in 15 seconds. Add 37 to that number, and
you will have the approximate outside temperature.
While you enjoy the great outdoors, listen to the crickets and try using the
formula to determine the temperature.
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Volunteer
Corner
Recognizing Dee Dee Knaus
Dee Dee moved to this area 52 years
ago. Before retiring from her job, Dee
Dee always made time to volunteer.
After moving to Westminster in 2011,
she began offering her singing talents
for special occasions and serving at
assisted living birthday parties. For the
last two years she has delivered the AL
mail six days a week. She loves the
responsibility of delivering the mail
and says it gets her going in the
morning.
Dee Dee recently learned how
important logging her volunteer hours
is to the Village. In the past, much of
this information has gone unrecorded.
Logging volunteer hours is extremely
helpful data. It provides statistics that
Westminster is required to report, it
illustrates the degree of support
residents give back, it is a strong
indicator of the man-hours it requires
to maintain the Village and it gives
Westminster the opportunity to
recognize their volunteers and express
the appreciation they deserve.
A huge thank you to Dee Dee for her
investment into Westminster.
Mother’s Day Tea a
Huge Success
The Mother’s Day Tea was enjoyed
by more than 160 guests. The guest
speaker, Angie Klink, spoke about her
new book, The Deans Bible.
The book highlighted five women at
Purdue and how they knitted a sacred
bond through a secret symbol—a Bible.
Dorothy C. Stratton, Helen B.
Schleman, M. Beverley Stone, Barbara I.
Cook and Betty M. Nelson created new
opportunities for women and became
conduits for change, fostering
opportunities for all people.
Each woman was a legendary dean
of women or dean of students.
Collectively, they wove a sisterhood of
mutual support in their common
pursuit of shared human rights and
equality for all.
Several guests at the tea were able to
share their own stories of their
relationships with these strong,
courageous women.
Guest speaker Angie Klink
Transportation
Transportation
Provided to
the Following:
Please sign up in the
Blue Book
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Purdue Convos,
Lafayette
Symphony
Orchestra &
sporting events
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Lunch Bunch
Spageddies Italian
Kitchen
Thurs., 6/5
Depart 10:45 a.m.
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Mayberry Cafe
Danville
Wed., 6/25
Depart 9:45 a.m.
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Lafayette Citizens
Band
Thurs., 6/12, 19,
26, Depart 7 p.m.
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Marsh & Payless
Every Thursday
9 a.m.
Walmart
Wed., 6/11 - 1 p.m.
Tippecanoe Mall
Wed., 6/25 - 1 p.m.
June 2014
Spring Fever Hits in Assisted Living
Men vs. Women Competition and the
Winning Airplane
“Always remember you’re unique, just like everyone
else.”
—Alison Boulter
Spring fever has finally caught up with us in Assisted
Living. Everyone seems to have a renewed energy that
comes with this time of year; and, we have enjoyed getting
outside again.
The month of May began with a celebration of Cinco de
Mayo followed by a visit from the Columbian Park Zoo,
music with Kenny Holcomb, a Mother’s Day Tea and an
entertaining afternoon with the Purdue Glee Club.
A big thank you goes out to Terry Smith, owner of
Rubia Flower Market, for sharing her love of flowers,
experiences, and talent with the residents this month.
A Musical Month in the Health Center
Lloyd Hammerton and Gimble A Cappella
We hope you enjoyed the month of May with the birds
singing, flowers blooming, warm weather and sweet
sunshine. This past month, the Health Center enjoyed an
outing to Dog ’n Suds and Arni’s.
It was also a month of music! The men received special
attention from Gary’s new men’s group, Gentlemen’s Round
Table. The residents were treated to a special performance
by the University of Michigan College of Literature,
Science and Arts called Gimble A Cappella; and enjoyed
music by local favorite, Dave Laskey. On a sad musical
note, the residents had to say good-bye to their music
therapist who is moving out of state with her family.
We celebrated Mother’s Day last month and look
forward to Father’s Day this month. We are also excited for
van outings, outdoor celebrations in the courtyard,
musical performances, games and much more!