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Living at The Gardens

The Newsletter of The Gardens at Calvary Volume 16 May 2016 Issue 05

HAVE PATIENCE!!!!!!

“The key to everything is patience. You get the chicken by hatching the egg, not by smashing it” (Arnold H. Glasgow). I so agree. Patience is an indispensable ingredient of a peaceful, happy life. Imagine the mistakes which would not have happened had you been more patient. Think of the unnecessary anguish you have suffered because you lacked patience. How many friends or family members have you driven crazy or driven away because you had too little patience? What better life and more intense joy could you have gained had you been more patient? One day I will have more patience. I can’t wait! Patience is essential to the character of every believer in Jesus. Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (Ecclesiastes 7:8). It is how we wait for the Lord (Psalm 40:1). It is what love is (1 Corinthians 13:4). It is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5). It is how we walk in a worthy manner (Ephesians 4:2). It is a goal of the power we receive for holy living (Colossians 1:11). It is how we should be to everyone (1 Thessalonians 5:14). It is the key to endurance (1 Peter 2:20). Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, “Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” If we pay close attention to nature, we see amazing illustrations of this virtue. It is as if God ordered all of his creation in a way to teach us one simple lesson, “Good things come to those who wait.” Did you ever sing this children’s song?

Have patience, have patience. Don't be in such a hurry. When you get impatient, you only start to worry. Remember, remember that God is patient, too And think of all the times when others have to wait for you.

“Yet those who wait for the Lord Will gain new strength; They will mount up with wings like eagles, They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not become weary” (Isaiah 40:31). Norman Drummond, Chaplain

Welcome Ronnie Bush Interim Dietary Director

Howdy! My name is Ronnie Bush and I am excited to be moving from my home state of Texas to join the great team at The Gardens!

A little about me is that I love sweet tea and coffee, cooking, eating smoked bbq and fried chicken, fishing, hunting, and college basketball and football. I studied Bible and Theology at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago and lived a year in Taiwan as a missionary and professional basketball player.

For the past seven years I have lived in Houston doing a variety of things as serving in the ministry, coaching and teaching, and working for Specialty Food Services in a Houston living assistance home. I love to hear people's stories so I look forward to moving

soon to Columbus to hear your story and to serve you anyway possible.

My favorite quote that I live by is, "A Shared Table is a Shared Life" and my favorite scripture that defines my life is Acts 20:24, "However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace."

Caregiver Support Group

The Alzheimer’s Association’s caregiver Support Groups are designed to provide emotional,

educational and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings. They

help participants to develop methods and skills to solve problems. The groups encourage

caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical and emotional health, as well as

optimally care for the person with dementia.

The Gardens and Green Houses at Calvary will soon have an Alzheimer’s caregiver support

group on campus. We would love to hear from you regarding your interest in participation.

Please email your thoughts regarding meeting time and day to

[email protected]

More information will follow!

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You will want to see the many pictures of our daily living!

As we count our many blessings of the women in our lives who have nurtured, loved and

taught us, we invite you to join us in celebrating

Mother’s Day!

We invite you to join us

Friday, May 6, 2016

Noon

The Gardens at Calvary

As we celebrate our very

special ladies

In order to prepare for all attending we ask that you please RSVP by

Tuesday, May 3, 2016 (5:00 PM)

As you reflect on the years of past, and the many loving times you have shared with your

mom and perhaps even the many uses of your mother’s apron that she once wore, you may

reminisce with other family members. As we prepare for this special mother’s day

luncheon honoring all of our nurturing ladies, we ask that you share a few memories with

us. If you would like to share a few memories, please email them to Wendy at

[email protected] so we may prepare them specially for your loved and

present them during luncheon.

SAVE THE DATE

Thursday, May 26, 2016 Music Under the Stars

6:30 PM Bob Barr Community Band

Families Welcome

May SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY

1-May 2-May 3-May

10:00 AM Catholic LEM 9:30 AM Chairobics/1st 9:15 AM Chairobics/1st

(Living Room) 9:45 AM Strength Workout/1st 10:00 AM Music Guest

9:30 AM Sunday School 10:15 AM Current Events with Jeff Linc/1st

(Activity Room) Chaplain Norman/1st 1:30 PM Games w/ Friends/1st

10:45 AM Load Bus/3rd 2:30 PM Activity Council 3:00 PM Wii Golf/1st

11:00 AM Calvary Worship/OC Planning (AWARDS)/1st 4:00 PM Nail Care/1st

3:00 PM Chapel Service/1st 3:00 PM RESIDENT

COUNCIL/1st

4:15 PM Volunteer Orientation/1st

8-May 9-May 10-May


(Living Room) 9:45 AM Strength Workout/1st 9:45 AM Strength Workout/1st

9:30 AM Sunday School 10:15 AM Current Events with 10:30 AM Trivia Fun/1st

(Activity Room) Chaplain Norman/1st 11:00 AM Book Mobile/3rd

10:45 AM Load Bus/3rd 11:15 AM AWARDS/1st 1:30 PM Games w/ Friends/1st

11:00 AM Calvary Worship/OC 2:00 PM Kmart/OC 3:00 PM Chit Chat Club/1st

3:00 PM Chapel Service/1st 4:00 PM Bingo/1st Serving Cookies and Coffee

4:00 PM Skee Ball/1st

15-May 16-May 17-May



9:30 AM Sunday School 10:15 AM Current Events with 10:30 AM Wii Golf/1st

(Activity Room) Chaplain Norman/1st 1:30 PM Games w/ Friends/1st

10:45 AM Load Bus/3rd 11:15 AM AWARDS/1st 2:00 PM Chris Byrd

11:00 AM Calvary Worship/OC 2:00 PM Dollar Tree/OC Guitar by Fireplace/3rd

3:00 PM Chapel Service/1st 4:15 PM Volunteer Orientation/1st (Classical Music)

3:00 PM Noodle Ball/1st

4:00 PM Open Game Fun/1st




9:30 AM Sunday School 10:15 AM Current Events with 10:30 AM Trivia Fun/1st

(Activity Room) Chaplain Norman/1st 11:00 AM Book Mobile/3rd

10:45 AM Load Bus/3rd 11:15 AM AWARDS/1st 1:30 PM Games w/ Friends/1st

11:00 AM Calvary Worship/OC 2:00 PM Walmart/OC 3:00 PM Chit Chat Club/1st

3:00 PM Chapel Service/1st 4:00 PM Skee Ball/1st Serving Cookies and Coffee

7:00 PM Piano Recital/3rd

Trudi Norman's Students


10:00 AM Catholic LEM 9:30 AM Chairobics/1st

(Living Room) OFFICE 9:45 AM AWARDS/1st

9:30 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Noodle Ball/1st

(Activity Room) CLOSED 1:30 PM Games w/ Friends/1st

10:45 AM Load Bus/3rd 3:00 PM Dancing Fun/1st

11:00 AM Calvary Worship/OC Elders Surprise as they

3:00 PM Chapel Service/1st plan and facilitate our

Dancing Program

2016 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

4-May 5-May 6-May 7-May

9:15 AM Chairobics/1st 9:15 AM Chairobics/1st Setting up for a special 10:30 AM Bingo/1st

10:00 AM River Town Dancers/1st 9:50 AM National Day Mother's Day Luncheon

11:15 AM Nail Care/1st of Prayer Serivce/1st Celebrating all of our

2:30 PM Meet & Greet/1st 11:15 AM Wii Bowling Fun/1st SPECIAL LADIES Elders

Special Guest 4:00 PM Open Game Fun/1st Afternoon of

John Corpus LOAD BUS 2:15 PM Independent Games

4:00 PM Bingo/1st 3:00 PM Schubert & Tea

Columbus Library

Schwob School of Music


9:15 AM Chairobics/1st 9:30 AM Chairobics/1st 9:30 AM Chairobics/1st 10:30 AM Bingo/1st

9:45 AM Strength Workout/1st 9:50 AM Bible Study/1st 9:45 AM Sit N Dance/1st

10:00 AM Crochet Club/1st 11:15 AM Wii Bowling Fun/1st 10:00 AM Nail Care/1st

11:00 AM Nail Care/1st 2:00 PM Beauty Day with 2:00 PM Macy's/OC Elders

2:30 PM All Staff Meeting/1st Cindy Hess/1st 4:00 PM Bingo/1st Afternoon of

(You may shop for your Independent Games

Mary Kay gifts)

4:00 PM Open Game Fun/1st




9:55 AM Scarves/1st 11:15 AM Wii Bowling Fun/1st 10:00 AM Nail Care/1st

10:15 AM Nail Care/1st 2:00 PM Golden Divas/1st 3:30 PM Load Bus Elders

12:30 PM Piano w. Mr. Mazur 4:00 PM June & Ralph/1st Dinner in Pine Mt. Afternoon of

2:30 PM Birthday Party/1st Eddie Mae's Independent Games

Ding A Ling Band Kountry Kitchen

4:00 PM Bingo/1st




9:55 AM Scarves/1st 11:15 AM Wii Bowling Fun/1st 11:00 AM Load bus

10:15 AM Nail Care/1st 2:00 PM Cup Stacking/1st OUT TO EAT Elders

2:30 PM Bingo Store/1st 6:00 PM Bob Barr Steakhouse Afternoon of

Community Band 3:00 PM Nail Care/1st Independent Games

Music under the Stars 4:00 PM Bingo/1st

Outside Concert

Circle Parking Lot

Location Key *** Self Directive *** *All trips are if Independent

1st = First Floor Activity Room Tuesdays Quiz weather permits Games

3rd = Third Floor Living Room is located on Sign up sheets on 2nd floor are located on the

OC= Off Campus 2nd floor under under large bulletin board bookcase, right of TV

the large bulletin for off campus trips in the Activity Room

Meals 2nd Floor Dinning 1st floor

Breakfast 8:00 AM In room Activity Sheet ** All Programs are subject

Lunch 12:00 PM are delivered to rooms to change. All changes will

Dinner 6:00 PM on Monday's be reflected on daily sheets

and/or announced.

HELP US!! A New Program

As you know we have an amazing group of people that

work

very hard day in and day out!

We are creating a special employee recognition program to honor them.

We want to be on the lookout for employees who do that extra little bit

that makes such a difference.

We need your help “NAMING” our program.

Please email your suggestion to

[email protected]

We enjoy being creative!

WE APPRECIATE ALL OF OUR

VOLUNTEERS & ELDERS!!!

Join us for our

Meet and Greet Social

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

2:30 P.M.

Activity Room

MAY BIRTHDAYS

ELDERS

James Davis 03 Bess Wiley 05 Helen Fordham 06

STAFF

Wally Frazier 11 Quinn Gidden 15 Norman Drummond 24 Karen Hood 27

HAPPY STAFF ANNIVERSARY

Valerie Kleckey 8 Years Pretoria Threats 3 Years

Below: Elders Celebrating Life!

Gloria and Kaycee represented

The Gardens at Calvary

during TRI DVS Volunteer

Awards!

In Recognition of

National Volunteer

Week

Tri-DVS presented

the Organization

Award to

The Gardens at

Calvary

2016

for the service we

show to our

community.

Congratulations

Gloria, Kaycee and

The Gardens at

Calvary!

Assisted Living Community

7595 Moon Road Columbus, GA 31909 706-653-2000

Laurie Smith

Executive Director

Joy Stilwell Marketing Director

Ronnie Bush

Interim Dietary Director

Jennifer Williamson, LPN Director Resident Services

Wendy Boyd

Life Enrichment Director

Jennifer Little Office Manager

Larry Moore

Building and Grounds Director

Norman Drummond Chaplain

The Gardens at Calvary Administrative Team

Three meals daily

Medication management and/or monitoring

Scheduled transportation

24 hour staffing

Assistance with personal care needs

Security alarm system

Social, spiritual and cultural activities

Personal laundry service

Fire sprinklers & smoke detectors

All utilities (except telephone)

Call pendants House Keeping

Assisted Living Services

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