28500 Bradley Road • Sun City, CA 92586 Phone (951) 679-2391 • Fax: (951) 679-8002

Gardens' News

September 2019

Happy SeptemberBirthday, Residents!

To all of our residents who were born inSeptember, this is your month! We will becelebrating these birthdays on Wednesday,September 25th. A special birthday table will beset up for you, and one outside guest is free.

09/01 Maryellen Williams09/01 Dorothy Flinspach09/04 Judith Patterson09/06 Barbara Brookins09/06 Jan Bell09/06 Olaff Lamadrid09/07 Mineko Tardy09/08 Barbara Truncale09/10 Patricia Martinez09/11 Donald Bushnell09/12 Martin Rich09/17 Thomas Clickner09/19 Donald Morris09/19 Herbert Hartman09/24 Betty Witte09/30 Patti Hansen09/30 Liepe Ingeborg

Staff Directory Lic. #336403516Ted HoltExecutive DirectorAlicia PadillaBusiness Office DirectorBarbara MirelesSupport Services DirectorRobin TristaoFood Service DirectorEdoardo EstradaMarketing Director / Resident RelationsEsmeralda CervantesMarketing AssistantMichele LynchResidential Activity DirectorDaryl StoutMaintenance DirectorRobin GruwellAL/MC Activity DirectorVenessa RussoAssisted Living Director

2

Wish ListAs a nonprofit community,

we rely on donations forselected projects. The followingprojects are examples of themany projects we have on our“wish list:”

1. Atrium Renovation2. Interior and Exterior

Seating that contains shade forresidents.

3. Resident computer stationwith Internet, Video Feed, andprinters.

4. Furniture for the lobbies ineach clubhouse.

If you feel compelled to makea generous donation, pleasecontact our AdministrativeDirector. Thank you in advancefor your support.

Welcome to Sun CityGardens, New Residents!

John CrowleyVirginia AdamsFrances ToyosakiJennifer LairdPaul GarciaJohn RodriguezBonnie HudsonElisa VidadJohn SmithVerla JohnstonLarry MayfieldWoody WoodwardBarbara FlanaganFay Hess

Wearing White AfterLabor Day

Wearing white clothes afterLabor Day is no longer thefashion foul-up it used to be.The rule originated at the turn ofthe 20th century, whenwell-to-do folks who fled citiesto escape the summer heat alsoleft behind their dark formalclothing. A lightweight, whiteleisure wardrobe was the style atseasonal resorts. When returninghome around Labor Day, thevacationers’ dress code changedback to city attire, andeventually, the trend spread tomainstream America.

School DaysAs a new school year begins,

many grownups will reminisceabout their own days in theclassroom. Study these questionsand share your answers withfriends and family.

• How did you feel aboutschool when you were achild? Did you lookforward to a new schoolyear or wish that summerlasted longer?

• Talk about the school orschools you attended.Where was it located? Howmany students were in yourclass?

• Did you have a favoritesubject in school? Why didyou like it? Are you stillinterested in that subject?

• Many teachers leave lastingimpressions on theirstudents. Did you have afavorite teacher? Whatmade him or her stand out?

• Were you involved in anyextracurricular activities atschool, such as sportsor clubs?

• Describe your friends fromschool. Did you keep intouch with them over theyears?

• Have you ever attended aclass reunion? What wasthat like?

• How do you think schoolsare different now fromwhen you were a student?

3

Reasons To ReadGetting lost in a good book is

an enjoyment for many people.More than just entertainment,reading has been shown to begood for your health.

Boosts brain power. Much likeexercise for the body, reading abook is a workout for the brain.Critical thinking is requiredto process the text, makeconnections between chaptersand retain information. Thisforges new pathways in the

brain, which can help protectagainst cognitive decline.

Increases empathy. Whenimmersed in reading, especiallya fiction story, we are likely toidentify with the characters andtheir emotions. This may helpus better relate to people inreal life.

Promotes sleep. A bedtimeroutine that includes readingwith dimmed lights sends asignal to the body that it’s timeto wind down. Physical bookswork best at night since theglare from digital devices candisrupt sleep.

Reduces stress. A page-turneroften transports the reader toanother world, providing abreak from worries.

Guest Speaker RetirementHousing Foundation Vice

President ofPhilanthropy

Stephanie TitusM nth

mployeeof the

E

Congratulations to SunCity Gardens Employee of

the Month: DamarisSerrano!!

Adding Benefits toOur Community

Stephanie Titus is VicePresident of Philanthropy withRHF, our parent company. Shehas given two presentations toour residents regarding theBenevolent Fund. If a residenthas resided at Sun City Gardensfor three years and has afinancial hardship to pay therent, they may be qualified forthe benevolent fund that canpay up to $500 per month for ayear and can be renegotiatedeach year. This program hasbeen well received by ourresidents and families.

The Solar Project is scheduledto be completed August 16th.The Solar Crew has been veryprofessional, communicative,and responsive to oursuggestions. This project willhelp to significantly reduce ourenergy usage.

Our resident of the month isDamaris Serrano. She works asa Med-Tech and caregiver inAssisted Living and MemoryCare. Her supervisor Venessastated that,“Damaris is hungryfor a challenge, and is verytrustworthy. Her excellence andbrilliance have always made astunning performance at work.”

We look forward to addingmore benefits to our residents,families, staff, and community.

Ted J. HoltAdministrator

4

The “Sun City Stompers”Line Dance Group!

Heading Out on the Busto Our Lunch Outing!

Fall Prevention Talk WithChaplain George

Pastor Stan’s WeeklyBible Study

Exercise Class!

Bingo!

Salvation ArmySing-A-Long!

Karaoke WithChristopher!

5

Painting With Bob RossWith his soothing voice and

ability to turn a blank canvasinto a beautiful painting injust 30 minutes, Bob Rossmesmerized millions of fanswho tuned in to his TV show,“The Joy of Painting.”

Ross took up oil paintingwhile serving in the U.S. AirForce. The Florida native wasstationed in Alaska when he sawsnow and mountains for thefirst time, and both served asinspiration for his paintings.He practiced the “wet-on-wet”technique, in which oil paintsare applied without waiting foreach layer to dry.

After 20 years in the military,Ross returned to civilian life andheld painting workshops inshopping malls, then launchedhis show on public television in1983. Wearing jeans and abutton-down shirt and sportinghis signature curly hairstyle,Ross guided viewers throughhis quick process of painting alandscape, making it lookeffortless. Audiences were drawnto his soft-spoken voice andwords of encouragement, whichincluded gems such as, “Wedon’t make mistakes. We justhave happy accidents.”

Ross hosted “The Joy ofPainting” for 11 years.

Join Us the 2nd Thursdayof Every Month for Our

“Art for All Ages”Art Class!

ArtsCraftsand

6

100 Years of the NFLThis year is the 100th season

of the National Football League,which will mark the milestonewith a series of eventscelebrating players, fansand communities.

The 2019 schedule featuresweekly games honoring NFLhistory, including the Green BayPackers versus the Chicago Bearsin the league’s best-knownrivalry; the Packers versus theKansas City Chiefs in a rematchof Super Bowl I; and theCincinnati Bengals versus theCleveland Browns in the Battleof Ohio, the birthplace ofthe NFL.

The NFL was founded in 1920in Canton, Ohio, which is nowhome to the Pro Football Hallof Fame.

In 1933, the league stoppedusing the Collegiate Rules Bookand began to develop itsown rules.

A 1939 matchup between thePhiladelphia Eagles and theBrooklyn Dodgers was the firsttelevised football game.

The 1972 Miami Dolphinsbecame the first NFL team tohave a perfect season. Their17–0 record culminated with awin at Super Bowl VII.

Residents and StaffShowing Our NFL

Team Spirit!

Go Team!

Congratulations toPeanut, The Pet of

the Month!Peanut’s best friend, Ed

Mann, said he adopted her fromthe shelter over 10 years ago andthey have been inseparable eversince. She is 14 now yet she isstill as spry as a puppy! Sheloves going on daily walksthroughout the garden. Whenasked if she has a favorite treat,Ed said, “She likes everything!She doesn’t turn down a thing!”Peanut has the sweetestdisposition and is adored byeveryone in the community.Congratulations, Peanut!

7

A Flowering FallCooler temperatures have us

saying goodbye to the colorfulblossoms of summer. But fallhas plenty of floral beauty toenjoy. Here are some popularflowers you may see this season:

Aster. The birth flower forSeptember, asters bloom fromlate August to the first frost.Their star-like blossoms, whichattract birds and butterflies,come in white, pink, purple andblue hues and typically havecheerful yellow centers.

Chrysanthemum. Perhaps themost recognizable fall plant,chrysanthemums, or mums, aretreasured for their wide range ofcolors and flower shapes.Typically found in yellow,orange and red shades that arepopular for fall, mums can alsobe pink, purple, white andeven green.

Goldenrod. This vibrantwildflower is an importantpollen and nectar source forinsects such as bees, butterfliesand wasps. The bright yellowflowers atop goldenrod’s longstalks are a familiar sight infields and in seasonalarrangements.

Sedum. Also known asstonecrop, this floweringsucculent has hundreds ofvarieties, from creepingcontainer plants to large shrubs.Autumn Joy is a classic choicefor autumn, with broccoli-likeblossoms that change from pinkto rusty red.

PartyResident

Our Monthly Birthday Party!

Sapphires for SeptemberSapphire is the birthstone for

the month of September. Blue isthe most popular color for thesegems, but they can be almostany color, including yellow,green, pink, orange and purple.

Sapphires have been treasuredfor thousands of years. Theancient Persians believed theEarth rested on a giant sapphire,and its reflection made thesky blue.

Sapphires are associated withthe virtues of truth, loyalty anddignity and are a favoritegemstone for royalty. The BritishCrown Jewels contain large bluesapphires, and Prince Charleschose a sapphire engagementring for Princess Diana. Thesame ring was later given bytheir son Prince William to hisbride-to-be, Kate Middleton.

The word “sapphire” comesfrom the Latin word “sapphiru,”which means blue.

Sapphires belong to thefamily of minerals known ascorundum. They are one of thehardest gemstones, second onlyto diamonds.

Countries that producesapphires include Sri Lanka,Thailand, Cambodia, Australiaand Madagascar.

Natural sapphires often areheated to high temperatures toimprove their color and clarity.

Happy Campers

From sleeping under the stars to relaxing in an RV, more than 40 million people in America go camping each year. See when some camping innovations first blazed a trail.

Year Camping Milestone

1876 The first sleeping bag is patented in Europe.

1910 Equipped with a bed and plumbing, the first

RV debuts.

1931 The iconic silver Airstream travel trailer hits the road.

1942 Compact camp stoves are made for soldiers, and later

for the public.

1957 Portable food coolers made of Styrofoam are invented.

1964 Pop-up campers are developed.

1990 Truck tents, made to be pitched in the bed of a

pickup, are introduced.