January 2015 The Villager 3600 East Fulton Street ∙ Grand Rapids, MI 49546 ∙ (616) 949-4971 ∙ www.porterhills.org A Fond Farewell Michelle Coberly, Executive Director On January 31, 2015, we will be saying goodbye to Dr. Clinton Harris, who has been the Medical Director at Porter Hills for 17 years. We are so appreciative to him for the gifts and talents he has shared with us over this period of time. He gave his heart to his patients, spending as much time with them and family as they needed in order to help them live their best lives. While we will miss him, we are happy that he will be able to spend more time with family. Please join us in celebrating Dr. Harris on Monday, January 26, 2015, from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the Main Dining Room. I hope to see you there! Residents and Staff at the Christmas Thank You Tea. Chuck Boomgaard on a hunting trip in Jackson. Presenter Jane Doyle with Joy Smith of the Women’s Board. Residents enjoying a show at Calvin College. In This Issue: Village News 1-3 Community Enrichment 4-6 Resident Announcements 7 Chaplain’s Corner 8 2 Porter Hills Village Staff Michelle Coberly Executive Director Mary Crans Administrative Services Coordinator Maegan Garlock Wellness Director Sue Hamm Sr. Director of Health Services Platinum Stephanie Neal, Director of Major and Planned Gifts Platinum is the modern gift to commemorate the 20 th anniversary. The Porter Hills Foundation is approaching this important 20 year milestone! A Porter Hills exploratory committee was formed in 1961, which led to incorporation in 1964, and the ground was broke for the Porter Hills Village campus in 1970. Ultimately, the Porter Hills Foundation was incorporated in 1995. Today, and as we look into the future, the Porter Hills Foundation remains steadfast in our commitment to support the development of resources to ensure the ultimate wellbeing of our senior community. As we turn 20, we thank you for your support of our mission and look ahead to the next two decades! Jena Mis Director of Health Services Dale Simmons Director of Dining Services Cheryl Van Bemden Guide at Green House® Homes Amy Waters Director of Human Resources Ronda Wisneski Director of Environmental Services Platinum gifts and other collectibles are welcome. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Those wishing to support the Foundation may contact me at 616-309-1035. Women’s Board News Display Case: We hope you enjoyed the festive December display case, featuring items from the collections of Women’s Board members. January’s display should be equally interesting - it’s all about boxes. Piqued your curiosity? We hope so! Marjory Kempers, Display Case Committee Chair Library: In October we asked that you put all book donations on the desk, and we thank you for doing that. However, there are limits to what we will accept. We do not want donations of regular print paperbacks, dictionaries and other reference books, cookbooks, children’s books, or how-to books. Donated books should be in good condition and of general interest to our avid Porter Hills readers. Paperbacks can be placed in the Card Room next to the Gallery. Lexy McCulloch, Library Committee Chair January 2015 ▪ The Villager 3 2014-2015 PHV Resident Council Members Avoiding Dizziness Jocelyn Bunce, Fitness Specialist As we go throughout our day, our blood pressure fluctuates. These changes ensure we receive proper blood flow to our muscles and organs whether we are sitting, standing, or walking. As we age, our blood vessels slightly decrease in the ability to effectively regulate our blood pressure with position changes. Always take your time when changing positions to ensure your health and safety - this means avoiding situations where you might need to rush and stand quickly. For example, when you wake up in the morning and are ready to get out of bed, be sure to rise slowly to allow time for your blood pressure and circulation to adequately adjust. First, move from lying to sitting, and then, breathe for a few moments before standing. Also, know the medications you’re taking and how they may affect your blood pressure and cause a feeling of dizziness. Taking these necessary precautions will help decrease your chances of falling due to dizziness and light-headedness. Sight Seer - Channel 10 Stan Hone, GAE Resident Like a good story? Like a good book? Three times a day, story time is there for you on Porter Hills’ Channel 10. Give yourself a break and let our readers whisk you to a new adventure or delight in another time. Just sit back, close your eyes, and enjoy a good time. Did December’s telling of Dickens’ “Christmas Carol” kindle your memory of Lionel Barrymore’s Ebenezer Scrooge? Did Clive Cussler’s timely international crisis mystery, “Night Probe,” keep you on edge waiting for the next installment? Now, join twelve-year-old Brendan as he continues his culture altering tale of the family’s 1940’s move to a small Minnesota town in Jon Hassler’s, “Grand Opening.” What looks like fun is “Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand” by Helen Simonson - two quirky characters in an unlikely romance. Dick Pobst Chair Doris Hackenbruch Vice-Chair Denise Patterson Secretary Representatives Suzanne Allen Bernice Bennett Ruth Bosscher Patricia Carlson Louise Claver Lois Hardesty Meredith Kindschi Barbara Markus June Marshall Els Thayer Janet Thompson Ed Twohey Harold VanAllsburg Blanche VanderBent Can’t find Channel 10? Call me at 616-466-5132. Dr. Harris You’re invited to help Porter Hills celebrate Dr. Harris’ many years of service. Dr. Harris has been with Porter Hills for 17 years and has been a wonderful asset to our team. Help us thank him for his dedication at a celebration just for him. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided. The celebration of his work will be held on Monday, January 26 from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the Main Dining Room. January 2015 ▪ The Villager VILLAGE NEWS 4 Porter Hills Presents: I Prefer Porter Hills When it comes to making health care decisions, the choice is yours. I Prefer Porter Hills is a free service with benefits that include:  An I Prefer Porter Hills wallet card to present at doctors visits, during hospital stays, and other occasions when care planning is involved  Continuity of preand post-hospital care coordinated by our liaisons  Confidential communication to those involved in your health care decisions To request an enrollment package or for more information, please call young @ heart chorus ® Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 7:30 p.m., DeVos Performance Hall Young @ Heart is a senior choir based in Massachusetts. They are an international sensation and have performed a wide selection of pieces for their many audiences. Porter Hills is excited to bring this group to Grand Rapids and hope you’ll attend! Tickets are $30 if bought through Heather Knouse, Wellness Coordinator for Independent Living, at 954-1799 ext. 10235. If you would like other ticket options, please call DeVos Place & Van Andel Arena box offices at 1-800-745-3000. 575-5090 or email [email protected] Porter Hills residents are also given the opportunity to attend a “Meet and Greet” after the performance. We hope to see you there! January 2015 ▪ The Villager ON CAMPUS EVENTS 5 ADAM’S JOURNEY PETER BURGIN Margaret McCarthy will present on the book she wrote, “Adam’s Journey.” It’s about her son with Mitochondrial disease and the struggles the family had to go through while trying to find a diagnosis. She will have books available for purchase for $10.  Wednesday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gallery Peter Burgin is a well-known pianist in the Grand Traverse area. He plays ragtime piano music and also plays popular TV theme songs. He is making a special trip to Grand Rapids to play for Porter Hills Village.  Wednesday, January 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Meeting House THE FLYING FARM BOY Daniel Boerman wrote the book, “The Flying Farm Boy.” His story is about valuable life lessons he learned from growing up on a Michigan farm in a small Dutch community, and a young boy’s dream to rise above his humble beginnings. Books will be available for purchase for $17.99 plus tax.  Friday, January 9 at 2:30 p.m. in the Gallery SENIOR STEPPERS A group of senior dancers will perform a variety of fun dances for a memorable afternoon performance. Join them as they dance to different numbers and change costumes right before your eyes.  Friday, January 16 at 2:00 p.m. in the Towne Square DAVE KAMPFSCHULTE The benefit of growing older is that we have time to reflect and learn from our numerous life experiences, both the good and the bad. What does wisdom really mean? You might find out that you are smarter than you think!  Wednesday, January 21 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gallery COOKING DEMO Join Porter Hills’ Executive Chef, Kris Stunkard, for a Cooking demonstration. He’ll share recipes and ideas for various dishes. Stop by for delicious samples!  Wednesday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m. in the C-Alcove TOP TEN BOOKS An employee at Schuler’s books will present the top 10 books to read this year. Stop by to see recommendations for must-read books!  Wednesday, January 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gallery WHAT IS GLAUCOMA? January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. George Kremer, Low Vision Clinical Director at the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, will offer a presentation on “What is Glaucoma?” Prevention and Treatment options will also be discussed.  Monday, January 19 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gallery GOSPEL MELODY QUARTET Gospel Melody Quartet will perform gospel songs during this mid-day music concert. Come and hear their memorable performance.  Tuesday, January 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the B-Alcove SPELL-OFF Join us for our second annual resident spelling competition! The spelling words will be handed out at the beginning of January to those who are interested in participating. Audience members also have a chance to win a prize during buzz rounds!  Friday, January 30 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gallery January 2015 ▪ The Villager 6 OFF CAMPUS EVENTS/TRIPS *All sign ups are with Heather at 954-1799 ext. 10235 unless otherwise noted* DINNER TRIP: AMORE Amore is an Italian restaurant located off Alpine Avenue. One of the main chef’s was voted Chef of the Year 2013! Join your friends for a fun evening and a delectable meal off campus. Dinner is ordered off the menu at your own expense. Monday, January 5; bus departs at 5:30 p.m.  Please call ext. 10255 to sign-up  MOVIE MATINEE Popcorn, candy, and a first-run movie at Celebration Cinema! Movie selection and departure time will be posted the Wednesday before the trip. Movie tickets are bought at your own expense.  Saturday, January 10 COFFEE CLASSICS The Grand Rapids Symphony is hosting a morning coffee concert at St. Cecilia Music Center, sponsored by Porter Hills. Enjoy coffee and snacks before the show. Tickets are $8.40 and will be charged to your account. Sign-up deadline is Friday, January 9.  Friday, January 16; bus departs at 8:30 a.m. METROPOLITAN OPERA Celebration Cinema will stream the Metropolitan Opera live! This Opera is located in New York City and the performance is titled “The Merry Widow.” Tickets can be bought at the door for $23 at your own expense.  Saturday, January 17; bus departs at 12:15 p.m. ELIZABETH DIAS Elizabeth Dias is a correspondent of TIME magazine. She will be presenting at the January Series for Calvin College. She will share what is involved in being a correspondent for a major news magazine. There is no charge for this event.  Wednesday, January 21; bus departs at 11:30 a.m. January 2015 ▪ The Villager LUNCH TRIP: HERITAGE Secchia Institute is a school within Grand Rapids Community College. This Institute allows culinary students to become experts at their own restaurant, Heritage. Lunch is ordered off the menu at your own expense.  Thursday, January 22; bus departs at 11:15 a.m. 7 January Birthdays! In Memory Bob McClure 1 Jeanne Jones 1 Paul Reyelts 1 Millie Anders 3 Jack Batts Doris Hackenbruch Nancy Oates Gravelle Pierre Stella Shields Leslie Siegel John tenBosch Agnes VanSlooten Robert Veenstra Shirley Zeagler “...Well done, good and faithful servant…” Matthew 25:23 Mary Therese Wood 5 Ronald Barbachym 8 Stu Blauw 10 Kathy Lindhout 15 Olga Cassard 16 Bob Carlson 17 Doris Van Ess Bader GA Robert & Phyllis Gray VC Chuck Royce 20 Bob & Carol Gustavson GA Barbara Heroman GA Doe Matcheck 21 Jocelyn Lesperance HH Welcome New Residents! Marion VanderVeen 21 Dolores Bander 25 Joe Hall 26 Dick Loughney 26 Phyllis Quandt 29 Open Days Coffee Shop Monday - Friday Hours of Operation Saturday 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. 9:30 –11:00 a.m. Computer Lab Monday - Sunday 24 hours a day Emporium Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Tues and Thurs 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Fifth Third Bank Tuesday and Friday 9:00 –11:30 a.m. and 1:00 –3:00 p.m. Garden Cafe Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. PX Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Store of Treasures Tuesday 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. January 2015 ▪ The Villager 8 Chaplain’s Corner Office Hours Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday – Sunday and Holidays 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 616-949-4971 How Can We Serve You Better? Please take a moment to share your suggestions. _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ Name:___________ (optional) Give comments to the Front Office to be placed in Michelle Coberly’s mailbox. January 2015 ▪ The Villager Have you ever given much thought to what I call “the sketchiness of the saints?” Seriously, if when you really focus on the stories behind the people of the Bible’s pages, you have to wonder how they were ever included in a Holy Book. The first two people in the Bible betray God and give into temptation. Then there’s Abraham, expelling his wife and child because an additional wife was jealous. Noah and his chemical abuse, Joseph and his vanity, Jacob and his lies, Moses the murderer, Jacob and his negativity, Jonah and his management issues, David and his adultery and murder, Peter and his denial of Jesus, Paul, the persecutor of Christians, Thomas the doubter, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Seriously, by today’s standards half of the people depicted on stained glass windows would have wound up in jail! So what do we make of this? Paul summed it up when he wrote, “For we have this treasure in earthen vessels, to show that the glory belongs to God and not us!” (II Corn. 4:7) God can use anyone he chooses. I heard a theologian once say, “God does such great work with sinners. Of course, that’s because sinners are all God has to work with!” Earthen vessels. As we begin a brand new year, we can take heart that if God could build the Kingdom of Grace with those characters from the pages of Scripture, God can also work miracles with contemporary characters like you and me. Christmas has once again offered us a great treasure – the Love of God incarnate in our world – alive in you and me. It really doesn’t matter how flawed or imperfect we are as 2015 begins. What matters is that God has a plan for us, a purpose for us, and God can use us in this new year to do holy things, even if we have not always been entirely whole. “God does such great work with sinners.” “We have this treasure in earthen vessels…” In this new year remember two things (1) You need to believe in yourself, because God has a holy plan for you. Don’t focus on your failings, focus on your potential. Don’t live in your past, live into the future God desires for you. (2) It is actually about God, anyway. God can do anything he wants - through you! If God wants to use you to make a dent in the world for kindness and charity and compassion and love, then God has that power! Just go with the flow. My prayer for you in 2015 is that you will believe in yourself…believe in God…and wait for miracles to happen! A Blessed New Year! Melody Pierce Johnson Porter Hills Chaplain Sunday JANUARY 2015 LIFE ENRICHMENT CALENDAR GA/TH/VC Monday Tuesday Wednesday KEY 1 1:00p ◊ ж © † CS FIT FS Activity Room Bus Trip Card Room Chapel Coffee Shop F.I.T. Room Fireside Room □ Mayflower and Eastminster Church ж Westminster and Fountain Church ж Vespers ⌂ 9-11a 4 9:30a 10:15a 4:00p MDR ⌂ MWC RH ₪ TS 5 9:45a 11:00a 1:30p 2:00p 5:30p 11 9:30a 10:15a 4:00p Gallery Main Dining Room Meeting House Martindill Wellness C. Old Residential Health Season Ticket Holders Towne Square 9:45a 1:30p 6:00p 6 10:00a Lecture Series TS Resident Council TS GA/TH Dinner TS 10:00a 10:00a 10:00a 1:15p 1:30p 2:00p 7:00p 7 Bible Study B Alcove Women's Board □ GR Foundation FS Fountain St. Service □ Wii Bowling TS Quilting & Crafts ◊ BINGO TS 9:30a Bible Study B Alcove BP Clinic RH Fountain St. Service □ Wii Bowling TS Quilting & Crafts ◊ 9:30a 13 1:00p 1:15p 1:30p 2:00p 2:00p 7:00p 18 10:15a 4:00p 19 Mayflower and Eastminster Church ж Westminster and Fountain Church ж Vespers ⌂ 9:45a 1:30p 2:00p 2:30p 10:00a 1:15p 1:30p 2:00p 11:15a 4:00p 6:30p 7:00p 2:00p 2:00p 3:00p 5:15p 21 Bible Study B Alcove Fountain St. Service □ Wii Bowling TS Quilting & Crafts ◊ 8 10:30a 1:30p 14 20 Lecture Series TS Dollar Tree/Hobby Lobby ж What is Glaucoma? □ 3rd Monday Readers Main Library Meijer ж Adam's Journey □ Peter Burgin ⌂ 1:00p 7:00p 9:30a 25 10:15a 4:00p 26 Mayflower and Eastminster Church ж Westminster and Fountain Church ж Vespers ⌂ 9:45a 9:30a 11:30a 12:00p 2:00p 11:15a Meijer ж Elizabeth Dias ж Winter Luncheon MDR Dave Kampfschulte □ 11:15a 1:00p 1:30p 4:00p 22 11:15a 1:00p 1:30p 2:00p 2:00p 6:00p 27 Lecture Series TS Dr. Harris Celebration MDR GA/TH Buffet Party TS 2 9:45a 9:45a 10:00a 1:15p 1:30p 2:00p 2:30p Mexico Trip Bible Study B Alcove Fountain St. Service □ Wii Bowling TS Quilting & Crafts ◊ Gospel Melody Quartet B Alcove 28 9:30a 2:00p 7:00p Mexico Trip Meijer ж Cooking Demo C Alcove Bridge TS 29 10:00a 1:00p 1:30p 2:00p 4:00p 9 Episcopal Comm. † Catholic Communion HRC Activity Room Fitness Series □ Mall Run ж PH Singers □ BINGO □ Scrabble © 9:45a Catholic Communion HRC Activity Room Fitness Series □ Mall Run ж PH Singers □ 8:30a Lunch Trip: Heritage ж Catholic Communion HRC Activity Room Fitness Series □ Mall Run ж Movie Showing □ PH Singers □ BINGO □ Scrabble © 9:45a 9:45a 2:00p 2:30p 7:15p 16 15 Meijer ж Food Committee © Top Ten Books □ Birthday Party TS Birthday Dinner MDR Bridge TS 4:00p 6:30p 7:00p 9:30a Citrus Bowl □/TS Rose Bowl □/TS 2:00p Hearing Aid Clinic MWC Lecture Series TS Ambassador Meeting □ Social Committee ◊ Movie Showing □ Dinner Trip: Amore ж 12 Mayflower and Eastminster Church ж Westminster and Fountain Church ж Vespers ⌂ 4:30p Thursday New Year's Day Mexico Trip Catholic Communion HRC Activity Room Fitness Series □ Mall Run ж Mexico Travelogue □ PH Singers □ 9:45a 1:15p 2:00p Friday 3 Forest Hills Foods ж Lecture Series TS Movie Showing □ 10:00a Forest Hills Foods ж Lecture Series TS Crafts ◊ The Flying Farm Boy □ Highlights/Grand ₪ 10:00a Coffee Classics ж Lecture Series TS Forest Hills Foods ж Senior Steppers TS 10:00a 9:45a 2:30p 30 9:45a 9:45a 2:00p 7:15p Coffee Fellowship FS 10 10:00a TBD Coffee Fellowship FS Bell Ringing □ Movie Matinee ж 17 10:00a 12:15p 2:00p 6:45p 23 Saturday Coffee Fellowship FS Bell Ringing □ Metropolitan Opera ж Movie Showing □ Civic Theatre ₪ 24 Forest Hills Foods ж Lecture Series TS New Resident Reception MDR 10:00a Forest Hills Foods ж Lecture Series TS Spell-Off □ Showcase/Grand ₪ 10:00a 10:00a 7:15p Coffee Fellowship FS Bell Ringing □ Symphony Pops ₪ 31 10:00a Coffee Fellowship FS Bell Ringing □