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Here’s to Spring Weather, Finally!Isn’t it wonderful that the birds are singing and the trees are budding??? Spring looks like it has fi nally shown its face in Colorado. It is almost safe to beautify your porches and patios with outdoor plants. Th erefore, Denise will be buying some outdoor plants and hanging baskets that you can purchase from the Activities department starting next Monday, May 11th. Also Garden club will start slowly planting the planters in the outdoor spaces. Nothing says spring has arrived better than gorgeous fl owers. We feel that more than ever during this pandemic, we need to bring nature to us, so help us by joining in with fl owers in your outdoor areas. Happy growing!

Stanley’s 100th Birthday ParadeIf you would like to participate or watch a parade for Stanley’s 100th Birthday, we welcome you to do so. Th e parade will be on Th ursday, May 7th at 2pm at Columbine West (the building that shares our parking lot). Th e Fort Collins Police and Fire Department are also taking part in the festivities. Because of the Covid-19 virus, Stanley’s big party at the VFW has been canceled. Th e parade is the substitute celebration. Stanley would love to see you in the parade past his building but remember everyone must social distance. Have fun and wish Stanley a Happy 100th Birthday!

A Shout Out To Our Fantastic Housekeeping TeamTh e next time you see our housekeeping team give them a high fi ve. Debra and her team have been doing a wonderful job in helping us stay virus free!! Th e team has been extra vigilant in making sure our building is clean and sparkling. We thank them for going the extra mile in this eff ort. Keep up the great work!

Covid-19 UpdateAs stated in the last newsletter, the community of Fort Collins has slowly started opening up for business. However, they are doing so with many precautions in place. All businesses and buildings inside the Fort Collin’s city limits require you to wear a face mask if you are above the age of two. Many businesses have regulations on how many people are allowed inside the store and others are requiring that you follow a certain fl ow while inside.Fines will and can be accessed if you do not follow the face mask requirements. From all indications the general public believes that such restrictions should be in place and are cooperating with the mandates. Fort Collins residents are being quite cooperative in trying to lessen the spread of the virus. Remember because we are a community at risk here at Th e Worthington we need to follow these rules even more stringently than the public at large. We ask that you continue to wear your face mask in all common areas and that you practice social distancing. We also ask that you do not enter businesses or interact at a close distance with others when you are on your walks. We also ask that you continue to call the front desk in order to sign up for Activities. Th ank you for your patience and cooperation.

900 Worthington CircleFort Collins, CO

970-490-1000

ADMINISTRATORJill Ruttenberg

ACTIVITYDIRECTOR

Denise Kidd

DIETARY MANAGERTrey Goodwin

DINING ROOM SUPERVISORTess Braslau

HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISORDebra Davis

MAINTENANCESUPERVISOR

Carlos Medina

OFFICE MANAGERDebbi May

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Visiting on the Outside GroundsIf you haven’t noticed we have moved patio furniture to our outside grassy areas. We did this in in an eff ort to allow you seating to visit with friends and others at a safe distance. Please leave the chairs where they are and do not move them closer together. Also remember that you still must wear masks when outside and practice social distancing. We will have to take the chairs away if social distancing is not practiced.

A Sincere Thank YouTh e Worthington’s staff and residents would like to thank all of the families and volunteers that have assisted us during this virus emergency. We are beyond grateful for their support. A special thanks to Linda Wilkins and Maryanne Ayesses for diligently making masks to give to our residents. Also, a special thanks to those who have volunteered to shop and run errands. Th anks to Debbie at the front desk for doing many special favors for residents. We would also like to thank those families that have sent fl owers and food to our staff . All of the kindness has been greatly appreciated.

Hair Salon OpeningNow that the Governor has lift ed some of the covid-19 mandates, we can cautiously start to reopen our hair salon here at Th e Worthington. We are communicating with Brooke and her boss to fi nalize the reopening of the salon. Look for the salon to reopen in a day or so but remember that there will be many stipulations in place. Th e salon will only be allowed to operate with one customer at a time and there will be gaps between customers. All residents will need to be very mindful of their appointment times, and will need to book in advance. Look for further information soon.

Mother’s Day Is May 10th Mother’s day is this upcoming Sunday, May 10th. We are sure that this probably will be one of the most unique Mother’s Day of your lifetime. We are sorry that you will not be able to have family attend our usual Mother’s Day buff et but we will make sure that you will still enjoy an extra special meal. Look for dietary to serve your meal at lunchtime along with a gift from activities. Remember there will be no snack or dinner service that day. We hope that you have a wonderful Mother’s Day and please remember to still practice social distancing.

Worthington HappeningsGreat Courses, Great Tours Th e Great Courses, Great Tours will continue through lectures eight and nine. Th is week’s lecture will visit the medieval city of Avignon, France. Avignon was the 14th century seat of the papacy. In this series, you will visit the great Romanesque cathedral with its splendid papal tombs and see the imposing buildings of the palace square. Please, Sign up for the lectures, Th ursday, 5/7 1t 1pm and 2pm in Activities Room.

Sing along FunSign up for a fun sing along hour in the town hall. Th e fun will be on Th ursday, 5/7 at 2:30pm. Come and sing with your friends and enjoy some snacks and a beverage.

Brain gamesIf you haven’t joined us for brain games yet you should come to the town hall on Friday, May 8th at 1:30 pm. We always have a good time with unique and interesting games all designed for the ultimate brain work out. Sign up for a slot.

Making Tea Cup Flower Arrangements.Please come and enjoy an hour of making mini fl ower arrangements in tea cups on the back patio. Th e fun activity will be on Friday, May 8th. Th e fl ower arrangements will be gift to your self for Mother’s Day. Call for a slot!

Weekend Movie MatineeTh e weekend movie matinee will resume this weekend with “Bridget Jones Diary” on Saturday at 2pm and 7pm and with “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” at 2 & 7pm on Sunday. Please sign up for a spot. Th e seating is very limited.

GeniusWe are continuing with the series “Genius” about the life of Albert Einstein. Th is week will be the 3rd part of a 10 part series. Th e series has been very well received so please hurry and sign up for the slot. It will be shown at 1:30pm in both the Activities room and the Town hall.

Bean Bag TossSign up to play Bean Bag Toss with us on the front lawn on Monday, May 11th at 3pm. Come and get exercise while socializing and having fun at the same time. Please call for a slot because we still must social distance even outside. Masks will also be required.

Twilight Zone DayMay 12th is National Twilight Zone Day and we will celebrate by watching old twilight zone shows hosted by Anthony Perkins. Come and enjoy some snacks while Anthony delivers you into the twilight zone. Call for a seat on Tuesday, 5/12 at 1pm in the Activities Room.

Music Concert with WineJoin us on Tuesday, May 12th at 2:30pm as we enjoy music live from Carnegie Hall. Wine will be served. Please come and enjoy the music and relaxation.

Game DayWednesday, May 13th is Game day! Sign up for Concentration, Jeopardy or Bingo on that day. Th ey are all great ways to spend an hour.

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WEEKLY FOOD MENUMay 7th - May 13th

Breakfast:• Thursday, May 7th: Potatoe’s O’Brien

• Friday, May 8th: Crepes

• Saturday, May 9th: Breakfast Burritos

• Sunday, May 10th: Biscuits & Gravy

• Monday, May 11th: Doughnuts

• Tuesday, May 12th: Ham Steak and Hash Browns

• Wednesday, May 13th: French Toast

Lunch:• Thursday, May 7th: Pulled Pork Slider, & Fresh Cookies

• Friday, May 8th: Guacamole, Veggies, & Fresh Cookies

• Saturday, May 9th: Tuna Salad, Crackers, & Fresh Cookies

• Sunday, May 10th: BBQ Ribs Coleslaw or Brisket with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy (Mother’s Day)

• Monday, May 11th: Pudding, & Fresh Cookies

• Tuesday, May 12th: PB&J, & Fresh Cookies

• Wednesday, May 13th: Potato Salad, Chips, & Fresh Cookies

Dinner:• Thursday, May 7th: Roasted Turkey with Sweet Mash or Veal Osso Bucco & Scalloped Potatoes

• Friday, May 8th: Lime Crusted Tilapia with Mushroom Risotta or Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

• Saturday, May 9th: Feta & Spinach Stuffed Pork Tenderloin or Chicago Dog with Potato Wedges

• Sunday, May 10th: Mother’s Day Meal at Lunch

• Monday, May 11th: BLT with Chips or Turkey Casserole

• Tuesday, May 12th: Mahi Mahi over Orzo or Flautas with Spanish Rice

• Wednesday, May 13th: Greek Meatballs or Chicken Waldorf Salad Sandwich

WEEKLY CALENDAR May 7th - May 13th

Thursday, May 7th

Sunday, May 10th

Wednesday, May 13th

Friday, May 8th

Monday, May 11th

Saturday, May 9th

Tuesday, May 12th

9:00AM Yoga Video- AR9:45AM Yoga Video- AR11:00AM Yoga Video- AR11:00AM Prayer Group - PDR1:00PM Great Courses – AR2 :00PM Great Courses – AR

Happy Mother’s Day2:00PM Movie Matinee - “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” - AR7:00PM Movie Matinee - “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” - AR

“National Beverage Day”9:00AM Stretch and Strengthen – AR9:45AM Stretch and Strengthen – AR11:00AM Stretch and Strengthen – AR1:00PM Concentration Game – TH2:00PM Jeopardy - TH3:00PM Pokeno - DR

9:00AM Shape Up Video- AR9:45AM Shape Up Video- AR11:00AM Shape Up Video- AR11:00AM Garden Club Meeting - Patio1:30PM Genius Part 3 - AR & TH2:30PM Genius Part 3 - AR & TH3:00PM Bean Bag Toss - Front Lawn

The Worthington Independent Living

All activities are subject to change.

9:00AM Balance & Mobility-AR9:45AM Balance & Mobility-AR11:00AM Balance & Mobility-AR1:30PM Twilight Zone Shows & Popcorn2:00PM Classical Music with Drinks - TH3:00PM Bingo – DR

9:00AM Shape up video- AR9:45AM Shape up video- AR10:30AM Tea Cup Flower Arrangements11:00AM Shape Up Video- AR1:30PM Brain Games- TH

2:00PM Movie Matinee - “Diary of Bridget Jones” - AR7:00PM Movie Matinee - “Diary of Bridget Jones” - AR

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BREAKFAST

AFTERNOON SNACKS & SNACKS FOR PURCHASE

DINNER

The Dietary Team will be delivering to all residents in the building.

8:00am - 9:00am

12:30pm - 2:00pm A complementary snack cart will move throughout the building delivering granola bars, candy bars, juice (V8, oj, apple, grape, or cranberry) and a freshly baked cookie.

9:00 am - 10:00am Menus for the following day will be delivered to your door at that time.

3:00pm - 4:00pm Friday’s

Activity snack cart available for purchase only, items from the galleria or upon activity choice.

5:00pm - 6:00pm Dinner will be delivered to the entire building.

3:00pm - 3:30pm Menus for the following day will be picked up. Please make sure it is outside your door at that time.

DAILY FOOD SCHEDULE

• Bread is now available for Breakfast: White, Wheat, and Cinnamon Raisin• Breakfast Proteins offered: Patty Sausage, Link Sausage, Corned Beef Hash, and Bacon• Featured breakfast item info now available in the weekly newsletter and on the daily menu order sheet• Please make sure to put your NAME, and ROOM NUMBER• Back order items available but limited to the following options:

Entrees: Burgers, Chicken Fingers, Shrimp, Trout, or RuebenSides: French Fries, Sweet Potato French Fires, Baked Potato or Yam.

• Every weekly newsletter will contain dietary updates and any changes we implement as a team to better serve you.