Vanita McGhee. Ms. McGhee, a CNA and Restorative Aide, has worked at SGM for 17 years. She received the honor at a spe-cial program on Jan. 28. Voted on by her fellow employees, Ms. McGhee was described as a “very good worker, quiet, meticu-lous about her work and her pa-tients.” “I’m pretty excited!” she said of her new honor. “It’s been great! I’ve learned a lot and I thank God that I have a job working here at Sadie G. Mays,” said the mother of six. When asked her favorite part of the job, she said, “I love to see the residents happy. When they’re

James Jordan has been a resi-dent at Sadie G.Mays for about three months. He was in a seri-ous car accident in September that left both legs crushed. Since arriving at SGM, he has made a remarkable recovery. “Progress is great, “ he said. “I find the physical and occupational therapy helped a lot,” he said. An Army veteran, Mr. Jordan is the father of 4 grown chil-dren and 10 grandchildren. He hopes to run and play with his grandchildren very soon!

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY SOCIAL Thursday, March 17, 2016

3:00 p.m.

MS. SADIE G. MAYS PAGEANT

Saturday, April 23, 2016 3:00 p.m.

MOTHER’S DAY PRO-GRAM

Friday, May 6, 2016 11:00 a.m.

19th ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR

“It’s a Small World…” Wednesday, May 11, 2016

10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Health Screenings, Prizes, Entertainment, and Food FREE & Open to Public

PRE-MEMORIAL DAY COOK-OUT

Friday, May 27, 2016

HORIZONSHORIZONSHORIZONSHORIZONS THE NEWSLETTER OF THE SADIE G. MAYS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

HAVE A HEALTHY HAVE A HEALTHY HAVE A HEALTHY

& HAPPY 2016!& HAPPY 2016!& HAPPY 2016!

SADIE G. MAYS SADIE G. MAYS SADIE G. MAYS RECEIVES $88,000 RECEIVES $88,000 RECEIVES $88,000

IN GRANTS IN GRANTS IN GRANTS

happy, I’m happy!” Congrats, Ms. McGhee. You’re our Super Star. Thanks for all you do!

Employees of the Month 2015 in-clude: M. Tucker, S. Mouzon, D. Aikens, B. Hill, N. Alexander, A. Burnette, V. McGhee, F. Almon, C. Austin, C. Edwards, E. Clark.

Piano virtuoso and vocalist, James C. Taylor III, truly provided “The Gift of Mu-sic” in his benefit concert on Dec. 12. The concert was lovingly-conceived and flawlessly-executed by the 22 year-old, GSU junior, with support from his family and church members. Sadie G. Mays was recog-

nized as one of four benefi-ciaries. Later, he personally delivered a $500 check from the proceeds and blessed the residents with a one

hour mini-concert. Thanks, James ! For more information, see www.jamesctaylor3.com.

Sadie G. Mays was pleased to be the recipient of six grants in 2015 totaling $88,000 for the purchase of new electric beds. The gran-tors are: SunTrust Founda-tion —$33,000; Betty & Davis Fitzgerald Foundation—$20,000; John & Mary Franklin Foundation—$10,000; Ray & Elizabeth Lee Foundation—$10,000; AEC Trust—$10,000; and the Frances Wood Wilson Foundation—$5,000. The grants have been used to purchase 41 electric beds which will greatly im-prove the care and comfort of our residents. “We are grateful to these foundations for their commit-ment to Sadie G. Mays and its de-serving residents,” said CEO Charles Robinson, Jr.

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Resident, James I. Jordan heads out-side to practice walking with the help of Sandra Blet, PTA.

THE THE THE GIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFTGIFT OF OF OF

MUSICMUSICMUSIC

GREATGREATGREAT

PROGRESS! PROGRESS! PROGRESS!

James C. Taylor, III performs at his benefit concert at the Kopless Recital Hall at Georgia State University.

D. Rhymes, C. Ulmer & E. Alsobrook of Maintenance Dept. assemble new bed.

WE EARN OUR STARS EVERY DAY!WE EARN OUR STARS EVERY DAY!WE EARN OUR STARS EVERY DAY!

“We earn our stars every day!” says Charles Rob-inson, Jr. CEO, Sadie G. Mays. (SGM) That cer-tainly applies to our new

Employee of the Year 2015, Vanita McGhee receives her trophy from C. Robinson, Jr.

LONGEVITY, GRACE & WISDOM ON DISPLAYLONGEVITY, GRACE & WISDOM ON DISPLAYLONGEVITY, GRACE & WISDOM ON DISPLAY

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EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH

SEPTEMBER— Echika Clark

Nursing Dept.

OCTOBER — Cheresa “Rudy” Austin

Nursing Dept.

NOVEMBER— Albert Burnette

Environmental Services

DECEMBER— Felicia Almon

Nursing Dept..

Thank You!

32 veterans were honored at the 2015 Veteran’s Day Salute. They were praised for their loyal service in a program featur-ing prayers by Rev. Charlie Guy and Elder Tracy Francis of Siloam Baptist Church, music by Voices of Faith from First Con-gregational Church, and a moving speech by Col. Anthony Aiken (Ret., U.S. Army). Col. Aiken, former Sr. Environmental Science Officer, told of his life’s journey and the challenges he faced after learning that he was losing his sight. A true testi-mony, it helped everyone to be grateful for what we do have. Each veteran received a Certificate of Appreciation pre-sented by sponsors, Christopher Clark of Gentiva Hospice, and Sandra Reese of Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home, along with Patricia Williams, SGM board member.

Longevity, grace and wisdom were on dis-play at our 15th annual 96 & Above Cele-bration on Oct. 16. The program shone a spotlight on all those residents of Sadie G. Mays who are 96 years old and above. This time, four centenarians were featured: Corrine Howell, 101, Arilia Mahone, 101,(dec.), Edith Pettaway, 101 and Gennie Shef-field, 100, along with three other residents who were not able to attend, Gladys Brown, 102, Ardie Dykes, 99 and Ruby Jackson, 98 (dec.). The 96 & Above Celebration was pre-

sented by Emily Wise of the Dixie Hills Baptist Church and her extended family. This was the 15th year that Ms. Wise, her family, and fellow church members have or-ganized the event to honor the eldest of the elders at Sadie G. Mays. One of the honor-ees, Corrine Howell said “I thank God for keeping me this long, ’cause he’s the one that’s keeping me!” The program was at-tended by about 65 people and included scripture, songs, poetry and smooth jazz played by Roderick Kelly, a nephew of Ms. Wise and his band. Each honoree received a Phoenix Award from Mayor Kasim Reed.

Ms. Emily Wise (center—pink suit) ,with her six children, all of whom participated in the program.

As their name implies, Cornucopia Ministry of the Word of Faith Fam-ily Worship Cathedral (WOF), serves up an abundance of bless-ings. Since partnering with Sadie G. Mays in 2015, the group has provided many blessings to the facility such as landscaping and planting flowers, vol-unteering on Hands On Atlanta Day to paint, clean and do artwork with the residents; bringing turkeys and all the “fixin’s” at Thanksgiving; and sponsor-ing the monthly birthday parties. Led by Dr. Fran Reeves, the community outreach ministry has truly lived up to the Christian ideal - love thy neighbor. We thank them and Bishop Dale Bron-ner, Founder and Sr. Pastor, WOF, for being part of our Sadie G. Mays family!

Cornucopia members receive instructions from Hands On Atlanta Volunteer Project Leader at Sadie G. Mays.

Above: Cornucopia member shakes hands with Charles Robinson while delivering Thanksgiving turkeys to Sadie G. Mays.

Dr. Fran Reeves, Cornucopia Ministry WOF, greets SGM resident Teartrice Sims on Hands On Atlanta Day 2015.

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: WORD OF FAITH’S CORNUCOPIA MINISTRYWORD OF FAITH’S CORNUCOPIA MINISTRYWORD OF FAITH’S CORNUCOPIA MINISTRY

The veterans of Sadie G. Mays, both residents and staff, gather to be recognized.

GRATEFUL FOR OUR VETS GRATEFUL FOR OUR VETS GRATEFUL FOR OUR VETS

Speaker, Col. Anthony Aiken(r) poses with Morrocco Coleman(c) and another fellow vet (l).

Residents, l-r) Gennie Sheffield, 100, Corrine Howell, 101, Edith Pettaway, 101, and Arilia Mahone, 101, enjoyed the festivities.

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Announcer, Vince Bailey, passes a little good luck to a visitor from Quality Living Services (QLS), on “Casino Day” at Sadie G. Mays.

Resident, Gwendolyn Ransom, greets a visitor at the Sadie G. Mays Annual Christmas Tree Light-ing on Dec. 5, 2015.

Christine Coley, LPN, and Echika Clark, CNA, have fun with a “photobooth” at the Annual Christmas Party.

SCENES FROM SADIE G. MAYSSCENES FROM SADIE G. MAYSSCENES FROM SADIE G. MAYS

Residents, Pearline Gilliam, Fannie Johnson, Olive Pinder and Eloise Brooks enjoy a holiday visit from local school children.

The Saints on the Move Choir sing “When the Saints Go Marching In” at the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting.

Members of the Metropolitan Atlanta Commu-nity Band play during their 4th Thanksgiving concert at Sadie G. Mays on Nov. 22 .

Members of the Total Dance Company perform African dance for the residents at the annual Kwaanza Celebration, Dec. 28, 2015.

Michelle Toliver-Curry, Environmental Services, dances with resident, Christine Blount, at New Year’s Party.

Congrats Area C for Best Decorated Nurse’s Station! Standing at their “Gingerbread House” are (l-r) L. Cunningham, L. Woodard, A. Spears, M. Pierce, V. Ogletree, M. McWhite, M. Watson.

Dr. Linda Paden and her sister, Joyce Lewis, of the NWOA, Inc., help resident, Virginia Reese, stuff Christmas stockings for the children who reside at the Carrie Steele Pitts Home, Inc.

Resident, Barbara Schenk, has “photobooth” fun at the Annual Christmas Party.

Councilmember, Mary Norwood poses with Charles Robinson, SGM President & CEO, after attending the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting.

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HAVE A WONDERFUL WINTER!

Ellen Level (r) of the Old Adamsville Senior Center gives SGM Dev. Director, Shirley Coleman, hand-crocheted throws as gifts for SGM residents.

Employees of the Department of Revenue bring toiletries, socks, and other items for SGM residents and present them to Activity Director, Sybil Jennings (r-pink shirt).

Jacques Lee(l) and Diedre St. Julien(r) of Citi-zens Trust Bank, greet Charles Robinson of SGM with gift boxes for the residents.

Christmas “elves” from Citizens Trust Bank bring gift boxes “Stuffed With Hope” for every resident of Sadie G. Mays.

THE SEASON OF GIVING: THE SEASON OF GIVING: THE SEASON OF GIVING:

THANKS EVERYONE!THANKS EVERYONE!THANKS EVERYONE!

Founded in 1947, the Sadie G. Mays Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 206-bed, non-profit,

skilled nursing facility providing comprehensive nursing and rehabilitative

services. Listed in U.S. News & World Report

“Best Nursing Homes” 2015 RATED 5RATED 5RATED 5---STASTASTARS BY CMSRS BY CMSRS BY CMS

President & CEO - Charles Robinson, Jr., CFACHCA

Medical Director - Miles D. Johnson, M.D.

Director of Health Services - Eula Wright, R.N.