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Plymouth Harbor is a 60 unit senior care community located within the St. Armands area of Sarasota, Florida. The community is in a predominantly middle-class area, with a median per-household income of $42,185. With about 13,000 people living in the zip code of 34236, it has a medium-density population. It is located near healthcare services, retail stores, churches, and other local conveniences. They are located only 2.47 miles from Sarasota Memorial Hospital. There are many pharmacies within a mile of the community. There are also multiple churches within 4 miles, which include St Armands Key Lutheran Church, Church of the Redeemer Episcopal, First United Methodist Church, and Unity Church of Sarasota.
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Trying to help stimulate what is left of the Bunny with a simple reenactment of the Ruth Snyder Execution. Role playing helps my mom and me deal with the real chance of my future internment at Sing Sing for elder abuse. Sometime in the near future there will be prisons filled with the 65 year old children of 87 year old parents who just couldn't bear sending them off to a nursing home to be beaten and shocked and decided to to it themselves...
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I inherited this cutie. She was never socialized to many people or other dogs. Slowly but sure she is adapting to her new life. Once a month or when I am out of town she is boarded at a wonderful facility. They adore her and spoil her. They post photos daily of the fur babies that are with them.
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Exposed concrete, with apparent shuttering and unfilled tie-back holes. Modernist, sure, but not usually part of the Johnson toolkit or that of the International Style dusted off for this building. Curious.
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Guadalupe Silva, a paramedic, assigned to Seniorcare Emergency Medical Services, pauses to greet us while on duty in the vaccination area, supports state efforts to provide mass COVID-19 vaccinations administered by the New York State Department of Health, at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, New York, February 13, 2021.
The National Guard has hundreds of Guardsmen and women deployed to the vaccination site to support staffing for the site. The New York State Department of Health conducts vaccination efforts for essential workers and members of the community over age 65 beginning January 13, 2021. Eligible members of the public can register for a vaccine appointment through the Department of Health website: www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-vaccines.page. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Sebastian Rothwyn)
One of our residents, Arthur "Art" Olsen, was surprised by his daughter Arlene Pasierb, who filled out an application for her father to make one of the flights. Art wrote of his experience:
On Wednesday, July 11, 2012, my incredible day began at 3:30 a.m. when my daughter, Arlene and her husband picked me up to take me to Midway airport. Our flight was at 7:15 a.m. with arrival in Washington D.C. at 9:55 a.m. A group called The Legacy Girls entertained us prior to our take-off. They were great and performed tributes to the Andrew Sisters while we drank coffee and had sweet rolls. We were served breakfast on the plane and I even had a Bloody Mary. My daughter, Arlene was guardian for me and Bill Unger, another veteran also from Orland Park. In fact, we were both born in 1921. We landed at Dulles airport and boarded buses to take us to the WWII Memorial for a flag and wreath laying ceremony. I think everyone there found this ceremony very emotional. We also visited the Lincoln, Vietnam and Korean Memorials. We then went to the Udvar Hazy National Air and Space Museum in Chantilly, Virginia, which houses the Enola Gay and the space shuttle, Discovery. The docent told us so many interesting stories and facts about many of the planes...I could have listened to him all day. We then went to Dulles airport, where we ate dinner and we were entertained by a great group of swing dancers. They were really talented. On the plane ride home, I was surprised and overwhelmed when our names were called out and we each received a large envelope stuffed with thank you notes from so many of our friends, family and fellow church parishioners. It was unbelievable. On both of our landings, we were greeted with water cannon salutes from the fire engines. Words cannot describe the welcome home celebration we received at Midway airport. Color guards, bagpipers, bands, volunteers, all branches of the military, families and friends were there to greet us. There had to have been three thousand people. It was a day I will never forget. So many people shook our hands, hugged and thanked us for our service to our country. It was like we just got back from the war. I thank all the people responsible because the whole day was memorable. Everything was so well organized. Our trip was Honor Fight Chicago’s 40th trip. This non-profit organization was founded in 2008 by 4 women who wanted to honor and thank our veterans – especially our WWII Veterans. There are 700+ guardians and volunteers who help raise money, provide veteran outreach, community and school education, and public relations support. If you visit the Honor Flight Chicago site on the internet there is a 10 minute documentary that is worth watching. If you know any WWII vets sign them up to go because they will love everyLeft: Art's daughter, Mary Ellen. Right: Art Olsen Center: Friend, resident and fellow WWII veteran, Martha Koprucki, who has also taken the Honor Flight. minute of it.
The residents walked into a big surprise recently when they arrived for their Meal of the Month for July. The Meal of the Month is a special meal where the residents choose a theme and help decide on the menu. For July, they wanted a Beach Party. However, Program Director, Angie Garbaczewski had an idea of her own… she wanted to give them a high end beach party with Surf and Turf. The day’s menu simply read “Surprise Buffet”. When the residents lined up, they quickly realized what the surprise was:
Lobster Tails
Steak
Twice Baked Potatoes
Asparagus
Dinner Rolls
The residents were thrilled and word quickly spread, reaching those residents who eat later. ‘It was great to see the look on their faces as we plated up their streak and lobster.” Says Garbaczewski, “…they couldn’t believe it.” One resident was thrilled and admitted that this was the first time she was able to try lobster. She loved it!! Once the meal was finished, the residents enjoyed a parfait topped with homemade “ocean blue” whipped cream and Swedish Fish candies. The majority of the residents made a point to compliment the chefs and kitchen staff on the delicious meal as they left.
Shortly after lunch, the residents returned to the dining room to watch Steve Lydell perform, along with Trisha. Lydell, decked out in a Hawaiian shirt and straw hat, created a show, full of beach and summer music. He also passed out the lyrics to all of the songs so that the residents could sing along. Trisha got some of the crowd up and dancing and even brought beach balls that the residents batted back and forth. At the end of the show, Life Enrichment Coordinator, Joyce Rinkevicius, raffled off a wonderful gift basket filled with items to make delicious ice cream treats. Everyone left with smiles on their faces and were still talking about the meal/show throughout the day.
The Pointe celebrated Grandparents Day this past Sunday by throwing a lovely tea, complete with sweet treats, live entertainment and lots of raffles. Shortly after lunch, residents and their families started gathering in the dining room and great room to visit and enjoy the afternoon together.
A huge buffet was set up with lots of different, homemade desserts, including several sugar free options. While everyone enjoyed their coffee/tea and sweets, they were entertained by Pointe favorite, Mihal Vlad. Vlad is an amazing, professional violinist who plays a Cosmic Blue Yamaha electric violin. Vlad always comes prepared with a theme to his performance. Int he past he has played the entire sound track to such classics as the Sound of Music and The Wizard of Oz. With so many children present, he played famous Disney tunes. The children loved the show, calling out the names of the songs they knew. Everyone enjoyed the show, giving Vlad a huge ovation at the end.
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- The Pointe observed Aging Healthy Day with a variety of activities to promote health and well being for the mind, body and spirit. Starting with the Dakim Brain Fitness program in the morning, the day also included Disco Body Flex and Chair Tai Chi. Healthy, frozen yogurt bars were passed out after the tai chi class. In addition to the activities,
Program Director, Angie Garbaczewski, showed the documentary, "Gotta Dance" at 2:30pm and again at 6:00pm. Staff were also invited to watch this inspirational story of a group of older women and one man who became the Seniors Dance Team for the New Jersey Nets, performing at halftime during 5 games of the 2007 season.
Everyone at The Pointe visted Hawaii the other day without ever leaving Crestwood. The residents chose a Hawaiian themed meal for the Meal-of-the-Month and Program Director, Angie Garbaczewski, ran with that theme for the days entertainment.
After the residents dined on kabobs of chicken, pineapple and veggies, along with sweet and sour meatballs over rice and pineapple upside down cake, they returned to the dining room for the entertainment. Garbaczewski hired the "Heart of Hawaii Hula Company" to not only perform for the residents, but to give lessons as well. The show started with classical Don Ho music and Hawaiian hulas which really got the party going. However, the talented and well informed dancers also performed dances from Tahiti and New Zealand, giving the history of each dance as well as describing the authentic attire. The audience was thrilled to see these exotic and unique dances. Towards the end of the show, they got volunteers to dance to "Tiny Bubbles". As is usually the case, only women volunteered. However, the dancers were not to be dissuaded and got several of the men to come up for the last dance. The dancers surprise everyone when they started putting grass skirts and coconut shell bikini tops on the men. The crowd roared with laughter as the men were taught the traditional hip gyrations of the hula. Flashes were going off as the men were paired up with their own lovely dancer.
Once the show was finished, each of the dancers, graciously went through the audience bidding aloha thanking each resident for coming to their show. The next day, everyone was still talking about the dancers and the wonderful job they did. We would like to thank everyone from the "Heart of Hawaii Hula Company" for making the day such a special one.
One of our residents, Arthur "Art" Olsen, was surprised by his daughter Arlene Pasierb, who filled out an application for her father to make one of the flights. Art wrote of his experience:
On Wednesday, July 11, 2012, my incredible day began at 3:30 a.m. when my daughter, Arlene and her husband picked me up to take me to Midway airport. Our flight was at 7:15 a.m. with arrival in Washington D.C. at 9:55 a.m. A group called The Legacy Girls entertained us prior to our take-off. They were great and performed tributes to the Andrew Sisters while we drank coffee and had sweet rolls. We were served breakfast on the plane and I even had a Bloody Mary. My daughter, Arlene was guardian for me and Bill Unger, another veteran also from Orland Park. In fact, we were both born in 1921. We landed at Dulles airport and boarded buses to take us to the WWII Memorial for a flag and wreath laying ceremony. I think everyone there found this ceremony very emotional. We also visited the Lincoln, Vietnam and Korean Memorials. We then went to the Udvar Hazy National Air and Space Museum in Chantilly, Virginia, which houses the Enola Gay and the space shuttle, Discovery. The docent told us so many interesting stories and facts about many of the planes...I could have listened to him all day. We then went to Dulles airport, where we ate dinner and we were entertained by a great group of swing dancers. They were really talented. On the plane ride home, I was surprised and overwhelmed when our names were called out and we each received a large envelope stuffed with thank you notes from so many of our friends, family and fellow church parishioners. It was unbelievable. On both of our landings, we were greeted with water cannon salutes from the fire engines. Words cannot describe the welcome home celebration we received at Midway airport. Color guards, bagpipers, bands, volunteers, all branches of the military, families and friends were there to greet us. There had to have been three thousand people. It was a day I will never forget. So many people shook our hands, hugged and thanked us for our service to our country. It was like we just got back from the war. I thank all the people responsible because the whole day was memorable. Everything was so well organized. Our trip was Honor Fight Chicago’s 40th trip. This non-profit organization was founded in 2008 by 4 women who wanted to honor and thank our veterans – especially our WWII Veterans. There are 700+ guardians and volunteers who help raise money, provide veteran outreach, community and school education, and public relations support. If you visit the Honor Flight Chicago site on the internet there is a 10 minute documentary that is worth watching. If you know any WWII vets sign them up to go because they will love everyLeft: Art's daughter, Mary Ellen. Right: Art Olsen Center: Friend, resident and fellow WWII veteran, Martha Koprucki, who has also taken the Honor Flight. minute of it.
One of our residents, Arthur "Art" Olsen, was surprised by his daughter Arlene Pasierb, who filled out an application for her father to make one of the flights. Art wrote of his experience:
On Wednesday, July 11, 2012, my incredible day began at 3:30 a.m. when my daughter, Arlene and her husband picked me up to take me to Midway airport. Our flight was at 7:15 a.m. with arrival in Washington D.C. at 9:55 a.m. A group called The Legacy Girls entertained us prior to our take-off. They were great and performed tributes to the Andrew Sisters while we drank coffee and had sweet rolls. We were served breakfast on the plane and I even had a Bloody Mary. My daughter, Arlene was guardian for me and Bill Unger, another veteran also from Orland Park. In fact, we were both born in 1921. We landed at Dulles airport and boarded buses to take us to the WWII Memorial for a flag and wreath laying ceremony. I think everyone there found this ceremony very emotional. We also visited the Lincoln, Vietnam and Korean Memorials. We then went to the Udvar Hazy National Air and Space Museum in Chantilly, Virginia, which houses the Enola Gay and the space shuttle, Discovery. The docent told us so many interesting stories and facts about many of the planes...I could have listened to him all day. We then went to Dulles airport, where we ate dinner and we were entertained by a great group of swing dancers. They were really talented. On the plane ride home, I was surprised and overwhelmed when our names were called out and we each received a large envelope stuffed with thank you notes from so many of our friends, family and fellow church parishioners. It was unbelievable. On both of our landings, we were greeted with water cannon salutes from the fire engines. Words cannot describe the welcome home celebration we received at Midway airport. Color guards, bagpipers, bands, volunteers, all branches of the military, families and friends were there to greet us. There had to have been three thousand people. It was a day I will never forget. So many people shook our hands, hugged and thanked us for our service to our country. It was like we just got back from the war. I thank all the people responsible because the whole day was memorable. Everything was so well organized. Our trip was Honor Fight Chicago’s 40th trip. This non-profit organization was founded in 2008 by 4 women who wanted to honor and thank our veterans – especially our WWII Veterans. There are 700+ guardians and volunteers who help raise money, provide veteran outreach, community and school education, and public relations support. If you visit the Honor Flight Chicago site on the internet there is a 10 minute documentary that is worth watching. If you know any WWII vets sign them up to go because they will love everyLeft: Art's daughter, Mary Ellen. Right: Art Olsen Center: Friend, resident and fellow WWII veteran, Martha Koprucki, who has also taken the Honor Flight. minute of it.
One of our residents, Arthur "Art" Olsen, was surprised by his daughter Arlene Pasierb, who filled out an application for her father to make one of the flights. Art wrote of his experience:
On Wednesday, July 11, 2012, my incredible day began at 3:30 a.m. when my daughter, Arlene and her husband picked me up to take me to Midway airport. Our flight was at 7:15 a.m. with arrival in Washington D.C. at 9:55 a.m. A group called The Legacy Girls entertained us prior to our take-off. They were great and performed tributes to the Andrew Sisters while we drank coffee and had sweet rolls. We were served breakfast on the plane and I even had a Bloody Mary. My daughter, Arlene was guardian for me and Bill Unger, another veteran also from Orland Park. In fact, we were both born in 1921. We landed at Dulles airport and boarded buses to take us to the WWII Memorial for a flag and wreath laying ceremony. I think everyone there found this ceremony very emotional. We also visited the Lincoln, Vietnam and Korean Memorials. We then went to the Udvar Hazy National Air and Space Museum in Chantilly, Virginia, which houses the Enola Gay and the space shuttle, Discovery. The docent told us so many interesting stories and facts about many of the planes...I could have listened to him all day. We then went to Dulles airport, where we ate dinner and we were entertained by a great group of swing dancers. They were really talented. On the plane ride home, I was surprised and overwhelmed when our names were called out and we each received a large envelope stuffed with thank you notes from so many of our friends, family and fellow church parishioners. It was unbelievable. On both of our landings, we were greeted with water cannon salutes from the fire engines. Words cannot describe the welcome home celebration we received at Midway airport. Color guards, bagpipers, bands, volunteers, all branches of the military, families and friends were there to greet us. There had to have been three thousand people. It was a day I will never forget. So many people shook our hands, hugged and thanked us for our service to our country. It was like we just got back from the war. I thank all the people responsible because the whole day was memorable. Everything was so well organized. Our trip was Honor Fight Chicago’s 40th trip. This non-profit organization was founded in 2008 by 4 women who wanted to honor and thank our veterans – especially our WWII Veterans. There are 700+ guardians and volunteers who help raise money, provide veteran outreach, community and school education, and public relations support. If you visit the Honor Flight Chicago site on the internet there is a 10 minute documentary that is worth watching. If you know any WWII vets sign them up to go because they will love everyLeft: Art's daughter, Mary Ellen. Right: Art Olsen Center: Friend, resident and fellow WWII veteran, Martha Koprucki, who has also taken the Honor Flight. minute of it.
The Pointe hosted a free, informational seminar on bones and brain health. Presented by local physician, Dr. Humaira Khan, she covered the importance of Vitamin D and calcium in helping to prevent osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) as well as the basics of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.
Standing before a full house, with both residents and those from the general public, Dr. Khan first covered the topic of bone health, including the importance of exercise and a diet complete with plenty of calcium and Vitamin D. She encouraged the residents to get checkups regularly so that they may be able to detect the all too common osteoporosis. With no symptoms, the only way to determine if you have the disease is to be tested for it. If detected in the early stages, it can be prevented altogether and/or controlled. It is because of osteoporosis that a simple fall can lead to more serious issues, even death for older adults. The disease eats away at the bones, causing them to become thinner and brittle and easily broken in a simple fall.
Once she had finished her presentation on bone health, Dr. Kahn answered questions from the audience. Afterward, she gave a second presentation on brain health, focusing on dementia. Dr. Kahn described all of the different forms of dementia and their causes/effects. She stressed the differences between natural memory loss that comes with aging and that of someone with dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease. As she did with bone health, Dr. Kahn reinforced preventative measures, such as diet and exercise, to ward off the onset of Alzheimer's or slow it down at the least.
Associated with the MetroSouth Medical Center in nearby Blue Island, Dr. Kahn is accepting new patients from The Pointe and plans to be holding office hours here in the near future. We are all proud to have Dr. Kahn, who specializes in family medicine and gerontology, on our team as well as strengthening our relationship with MetroSouth Hospital.
The Pointe at Kilpatrick went purple for Alzheimer's Action Day!! The majority of the staff and residents donned their purple shirts, pants dresses, hats, etc....in honor of this national event. Purple is the signature color of the Alzheimer's Association and ALzheimer's in general. The residents also made purple ribbons and cupcakes that they sold for a dollar each. The money raised will be donated to the Alzheimer's Association.
One of our residents, Arthur "Art" Olsen, was surprised by his daughter Arlene Pasierb, who filled out an application for her father to make one of the flights. Art wrote of his experience:
On Wednesday, July 11, 2012, my incredible day began at 3:30 a.m. when my daughter, Arlene and her husband picked me up to take me to Midway airport. Our flight was at 7:15 a.m. with arrival in Washington D.C. at 9:55 a.m. A group called The Legacy Girls entertained us prior to our take-off. They were great and performed tributes to the Andrew Sisters while we drank coffee and had sweet rolls. We were served breakfast on the plane and I even had a Bloody Mary. My daughter, Arlene was guardian for me and Bill Unger, another veteran also from Orland Park. In fact, we were both born in 1921. We landed at Dulles airport and boarded buses to take us to the WWII Memorial for a flag and wreath laying ceremony. I think everyone there found this ceremony very emotional. We also visited the Lincoln, Vietnam and Korean Memorials. We then went to the Udvar Hazy National Air and Space Museum in Chantilly, Virginia, which houses the Enola Gay and the space shuttle, Discovery. The docent told us so many interesting stories and facts about many of the planes...I could have listened to him all day. We then went to Dulles airport, where we ate dinner and we were entertained by a great group of swing dancers. They were really talented. On the plane ride home, I was surprised and overwhelmed when our names were called out and we each received a large envelope stuffed with thank you notes from so many of our friends, family and fellow church parishioners. It was unbelievable. On both of our landings, we were greeted with water cannon salutes from the fire engines. Words cannot describe the welcome home celebration we received at Midway airport. Color guards, bagpipers, bands, volunteers, all branches of the military, families and friends were there to greet us. There had to have been three thousand people. It was a day I will never forget. So many people shook our hands, hugged and thanked us for our service to our country. It was like we just got back from the war. I thank all the people responsible because the whole day was memorable. Everything was so well organized. Our trip was Honor Fight Chicago’s 40th trip. This non-profit organization was founded in 2008 by 4 women who wanted to honor and thank our veterans – especially our WWII Veterans. There are 700+ guardians and volunteers who help raise money, provide veteran outreach, community and school education, and public relations support. If you visit the Honor Flight Chicago site on the internet there is a 10 minute documentary that is worth watching. If you know any WWII vets sign them up to go because they will love everyLeft: Art's daughter, Mary Ellen. Right: Art Olsen Center: Friend, resident and fellow WWII veteran, Martha Koprucki, who has also taken the Honor Flight. minute of it.