M A Y 2 0 1 3

     During  World  War  II,  Naval  Air  Sta4on  North  Island  in  San  Diego  was  a  major  con4nental  base  suppor4ng  the  opera4ng  forces  in  the  Pacific.  Those  forces  included  more  than  a  dozen  aircraD  carriers,  the  Coast  Guard,  

Army,  Marines  and  Seabees.  During  that  period,  John  Sidney  "Slew"  McCain  Sr.  was  a  U.S.  Navy  admiral  who  held  several  command  assignments  during  the  Pacific  campaign.      McCain  was  a  pioneer  of  

aircraD  carrier  opera4ons  who  commanded  all  land-­‐based  air  opera4ons  in  support  of  the  Guadalcanal  campaign  and  who  aggressively  led  the  Fast  Carrier  Task  Force  in  the  Pacific.  His  opera4ons                      (Cont.  on  Pg.  3)  

Adm. John S. McCain: A Commanding Presence

CASA RESIDENT MARCUS COFFMAN RECALLS ONE OF HIS FAVORITE MOMENTS OF WWII.

F4F WILDCAT ADMIRAL “SLEW” MCCAIN N.A.S. NORTH ISLAND

CASA  CONNECTION

May was named for the Greek goddess Maia who was identified with the Roman goddess of fertility Bona Dea. The Roman poet Ovid wrote that May is named for the maiores, Latin for "elders."  Casa is brimming with exciting activities to keep everyone engaged. We’ve revamped our calendar with exciting and intellectually engaging activities, among them Live Morning News with Rick Chavez, Today Show with JR, and Armchair Storytelling. We’ll also be introducing new Scenic drives. We’re also bringing back Casa signature events, including Cinco De Mayo, Casa’s Got Talent, Memorial Day, and Mother’s Day. Oh yes, we also continue our weekly Casa University lectures and our May Champion for Seniors will highlight Basic Diet & Nutrition. The key to success is the passion of the staff. I believe you will agree that our dedicated staff deserve recognition and appreciation. Everyone has invested time and effort to make the paper mache and pinata decorations. They’ll also share delicious dishes from various regions of Mexico. As if that isn’t enough, they’re also preparing their acts for Casa’s Got Talent. With all this activity, plus their daily tasks, I believe their incredible energy stems from their desire to be the best they can be and to offer the best of themselves to you. I’m proud of the entire Casa staff. Because of them, Casa Family is a warm, welcoming, joyful, closely-knit family…a family like no other. To all new residents, welcome to your new home. To all our residents who have been here….you’re in for an exciting ride! Let’s celebrate life! God bless you all. I love you.  Ann Villapando - Corporate Executive Director

Lillian O’Brien                     5/01 Esperanza Rojas                5/06 Marie Shutty                       5/07 Richard Thoman                 5/10 Lorraine Kellner                   5/14 Susan Tuttle                        5/16 Olivia Freitas                   5/16 Manuel Barreiro               5/25 Trinidad Lopez                5/26 Pauline Wong                   5/26 James Kelly                      5/28 Chatham Ross                  5/29

Casa ContactsAnn Villapando

Corporate Executive Director

Tess BarretoChief Financial Officer

Rick ChavezCommunications Director

Lilia SenoAdmissions Counselor

Norma IbanezPersonal Care Manager

Olivia RodriguezDining Room Manager

Jason Roberts Activities Director

Patricia SilvaFacilities Manager

510-727-1700www.casasandoval.com

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Dear Residents Happy Birthday!

McCain (Cont.)

off  the  Philippines  and  Okinawa  and  air  strikes  against  Formosa  and  the  Japanese  home  islands  caused  tremendous  destruc4on  of  Japanese  naval  and  air  forces  in  the  closing  period  of  the  war.        For  Casa  resident  Marcus  Coffman,  Admiral  McCain  was  a  role  model  extraordinaire.  “My  first  commanding  officer  at  North  Island  was  John  S.  McCain  who  was  U.S.  Senator  John  McCain’s  grandfather,”  said  Coffman.  “When  about  15  of  us  were  assigned  to  North  Island,  where  we  trained  as  aircraD  mechanics,  he  came  around  and  treated  us  just  like  a  father,  asked  us  how  we  were  doing,  this  and  that.  He  told  us  to  do  our  work  and  do  our  job  and  get  promoted.  He  wished  us  well  and  he  was  a  great  influence  on  all  of  us  because  he  took  such  a  personal  interest.  I’ll  never  forget  the  man.”

HISTORIC AIRFIELD

NAS  North  Island  is  recognized  as  the  "Birthplace  of  Naval  Avia4on".  But  in  the  40s  Coffman  and  his  mates  were  just  rookies.  “He  was  a  man  who  took  interest  in  a  bunch  of  seamen  who  didn’t  know  anything  about  aircraD  but  he  wanted  us  to  get  ahead,”  said  Coffman.  “He  advised  us  to  not  waste  our  money  around  the  bars  and  to  stay  away  from  ge`ng  in  fights  and  coming  home  with  a  black  eye.  He  was  a  great  influence  on  me.  He  made  me  feel  like  I  was  at  home  and  that  I  did  have  a  future  in  life  -­‐  which  at  that  4me  I  didn’t  think  I  had.”      Sadly,  Admiral  McCain  died  on  September  6.  1945,  only  four  days  aDer  the  formal  Japanese  surrender  on  the  USS  Missouri.

JEAN ROLFWELCOME TO OUR NEW NEIGHBOR JEAN ROLF. JEAN IS A FORMER CREDIT UNION EMPLOYEE WHO LOVES THE REDWOODS AND THE OCEAN. JEAN RAISED FIVE CHILDREN AND LIVED IN CASTRO VALLEY FOR 63 YEARS. SHE NOW ENJOYS LIFE AT CASA SANDOVAL BECAUSE IT FEELS LIKE HOME AND ALLOWS HER TO PURSUE HER PASSION FOR WRITING AND LISTENING TO 40’S BIG BAND MUSIC.

BETTY CARLISLEBETTY CARLISLE LOVES HER NEW CASA SANDOVAL RESIDENCE AND IS LOOKING FORWARD TO MAKING NEW FRIENDS AND TAKING LINE DANCING LESSONS. SHE HAD A SUCCESSFUL CAREER AS A TRANSIT WORKER AND LIVED IN SAN LEANDRO BEFORE MOVING TO CASA. JEAN SAYS SHE DOESN’T HAVE A FAVORITE FOOD IN PARTICULAR BUT SHE LOVES TO EAT!

GARY ROESCHGARY ROESCH WAS BORN IN KANSAS BUT LIVED IN SAN LEANDRO BEFORE MOVING TO CASA SANDOVAL. HE WAS A PLUMBING CONTRACTOR AND HE AND HIS WIFE RAISED 3 DAUGHTERS AND A SON. TRAVEL WAS THEIR FAVORITE THING, TOURING 31 STATES BY MOTOR HOME IN ADDITION TO TAKING EUROPEAN AND CARIBBEAN CRUISES. STEAK IS HIS FAVORITE FOOD - IF YOU’RE BUYING!

By Kathy Blackmon            It’s  nice  to  know  my  grand-­‐daughter  Antoinece  Gavin  is  re4ring  from  the  Air  Force  but  also  that  she  was  a  recipient  of  a  Bronze  Star  medal  because  of  her  service  in  Afghanistan.  She  is  a  Lieutenant  Colonel  but  she  is  also  a  Nurse  Prac44oner.

     In  Afghanistan,  men  do  not  want  their  wives  to  see  male  doctors  so,  for  her  to  come  in  was  a  blessing  because  she  was  able  to  help  a  lot  of  the  women  there  who  may  go  five  years  without  seeing  a  doctor.

     She  was  able  to  tell  them  how  to  take  care  of  themselves,  how  to  take  care  of  a  baby  once  it  was  born,  and  what  to  do  to  

make  sure  she  did  the  right  things  by  the  baby.  

     They  just  did  not  understand  or  know.  They  wanted  to  have  children  but  didn’t  realize  what  it  takes  and  you  have  to  be  prepared  so  they  could  grow  up  and  be  strong.  They  were  very  pleased  with  having  her  there.

     She’s  so  dedicated  to  helping  people  that  she  started  when  she  was  out  of  high  school  ac4ng  as  a  Candy  Striper.  So  she  had  this  in  mind  all  along  that  she  would  go  into  a  service.  

     Anything  where  she’s  helping  people  is  very  rewarding  for  Antoinece.  She  believes  in  it  and  loves  to  do  it.  I’m  just  so  proud  of  her  I  don’t  know  what  to  do.  

In Service to AllPROUD

BRONZE STAR

RECEIVING BRONZE STAR

ANTOINETTE & KATHY

RETIREMENT

Richard Jones: Casa’s Renaissance Man

I was a flight surgeon in the Navy for 30 years and I traveled a great deal and lived all over the world. I lived in Italy for several years and lived in Iceland and Greece briefly. I studied briefly in France and got around Europe quite a bit.

I took art classes in school and, as a matter of fact, I’ve taken art at several universities. As a surgeon, though, the time factor was really a problem. My studies were interrupted while I was involved with my medical life and lessons came in spurts because there’s rarely been a steady time of study.

The training I did receive was in various cities like Philadelphia and Chicago but it’s been bits and pieces. I’ve also taken art training, both in sculpture and in painting. Overseas, I spent a year at the Academy of Art in Italy and I’ve had some training in France. So, I’ve had a little bit of training in all mediums; not that it’s been successful.

These days I’m limited to either water color or acrylics. I had a huge amount of easels and a basketful of oil paints but when I moved to Casa Sandoval I had to throw them away because I didn’t have room. I intend to start again, mostly in acrylic but I’m trying to get organized first.

I’ve never put anything up for sale; most of the things I’ve given away to family members. Many of them want me to paint their kids or something like that and sometimes I see little kids and think they would be nice to paint. Much of it has been done through the use of photographs. Usually it’s a picture I’ve grabbed and then painted. I would prefer to paint from life but I can’t get anyone to sit (laughs) so I’ll paint from pictures.

I’d like to paint Ann, our Executive Director. She intrigues me with her coquettish way. If I had photographs of her, I’d choose the best from 2-3 photos and interpret them in my own way.

PORTFOLIO

SELF-PORTRAIT

AFRICAN MURAL

KOSOVO REFUGEES

FLORAL ABSTRACT

ROSITA

Champion for SeniorsFall Prevention

Casa’s Champion for Seniors seminar series was launched in April by Andrew Teran of Vital Link Medical Alert Systems. His discussion of Fall Prevention was extremely informative.

Teran said that those 65 and older are at the greatest risk for falling. There are many risk factors that lead to falls. Among them are an unstable gait or posture, impaired vision, high or low blood pressure, chronic illnesses, cardiovascular and neurological disorders, strong medications, carelessness, and dehydration.

Trying to do too much can also lead to falls. As we rush to the next activity, we may lose focus and stumble. Plan ahead, slow down, and pay attention to where you’re going.

Many people try to get dressed while standing up, causing them to lose balance and fall. Sit on the edge of the bed and put on one piece of clothing at a time. Use the chair arms to help you stand up.

If you do fall, stay calm and assess your situation. check for any cuts, bruises, bleeding, or any pain. If you can get up, do another self-check and take time to recover. Evaluate how and why you fell. It might help to prevent a similar fall. Also, tell your family and your doctor that you fell so they can look for other risk signs.

Champion for Seniors will be hosted by Casa Sandoval each month and will feature guest speakers addressing important topics for seniors and their families. The public is welcome. Visit www.casasandoval.com for the latest Champion for Seniors updates.

Fall Prevention Tips1 Wear thin rubber sole shoes2 Don’t shuffle your feet3 Use handrails4 Avoid rushing; take your time5 Create clear walking paths

Champion for Seniors“Basic  Nutri,on  &  Hydra,on”

May  16,  2013  6:00  PMCasa  Sandoval  Auditorium

Understanding  the  New  Food  GuidelinesMeeCng  Your  NutriConal  Needs

EssenCal  NutrientsFacts  about  Water

Serving  SizesSuper  Foods

Presented  by:  Linda  Marie  –  Clinical  Educator

Andrew  TeranVital  Link

Mandala Mandala means circle in Sanskrit. People create and look at mandalas to center the body and mind.

An increasing body of clinical trials suggests that meditation can boost the immune system, reduce stress, combat depression, reduce pain, lower blood pressure, and stimulate the release of melatonin, a hormone believed to slow cell aging and promote restful sleep.

Coloring a mandala using pencil, crayons, paint, or pastels combines the benefits of meditation and art therapy.

People who color mandalas o"en experience a deep sense of calm and well-being. It's a simple tool that doesn't require any expertise, but it can be remarkably soothing and nourishing. Mandalas not only focus your attention, but allow you to express your creative side, which many of us neglect in our daily lives.

Sitting Tai Chi      Si`ng  Tai  Chi  is  one  of  the  most  produc4ve  and  popular  Casa  ac4vi4es  each  week.  Our  residents  get  renewed  energy  and  ac4vate  healthier  bodies.  

     Si`ng  Tai  Chi  can  add  flexibility  to  your  spine.  Since  it  essen4ally  protects  the  nervous  system,  it’s  beneficial  to  have  a  strong  and  flexible  spine.

     Si`ng  Tai  Chi  poses  help  massage  the  internal  organs.  These  movements  also  help  enhance  the  blood  circula4on  throughout  the  body.

     Breathing  and  medita4on  exercises  performed  while  in  a  si`ng  pose  can  help  your  mind  and  body  relax.

     These  exercises  help  you  firm  and  tone  abdominal,  obliques,  and  leg  muscles.  When  a  series  of  si`ng  poses  are  done  in  the  correct  manner,  you  will  get  a  perfect  all-­‐body  workout,  without  ge`ng  too  4red.

Casa Sandoval staff creating decorations and rehearsing for the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Don’t forget to attend the

Ballet Folklorico on Friday, May 3rd, at 2:00PM.

Those who are accustomed

to watching KRON4 each

morning will now get to see

a live News, Weather, and

Sports presentation by Rick

Chavez and K-CASA.

Rick will compile the

latest information and keep

you abreast of current

events and breaking stories.

K-CASA begins May 6th

at 10:00AM in the Casa

Auditorium.

Also, stay tuned for an

update on the K-CASA

Today Show, which will also

debut in May.

K-CASA to Go On-Air in MayMOTHER’S DAY

THIS YEAR MOTHER’S DAY IS

MAY 12TH. CASA HONORS ALL

OF YOU WHO RAISED CHILDREN, WHETHER THEY

WERE YOUR NATURAL KIDS,

ADOPTED, STEP-CHILDREN, OR

JUST THE KIDS WHO LIVED

ON YOUR BLOCK.

MOTHERS HAVE A SPECIAL

PLACE IN OUR HEARTS AND

WE TAKE THE TIME TO SHOW

YOU OUR LOVE AND AFFECTION FOR THE MANY

SACRIFICES YOU’VE MADE

THROUGH THE YEARS.

H O N O R I N G C A S A ’ S V ET E R A N S

MEMORIAL DAY

CASA SANDOVAL

OFFERS ITS THANKS TO

ALL THE VETERANS OF

THE U.S. MILITARY,

ESPECIALLY THOSE

WHO GAVE THEIR

LIVES FOR OUR

FREEDOM.

JOIN US ON MAY 24TH

AS WE COMMEMORATE

THE DAY AND HONOR

OUR LOCAL VETS FOR

THEIR SERVICE.

Casa UniversityFor residents who attend Casa University, we have some great DVD programs on tap for May. Join us at 10:00AM each Wednesday as we

explore a variety of interesting topics in the Auditorium.

May 1 - Mexico

May 8 - Golden Gate Bridge

May 15 - The Amalfi Coast

May 22 - WWII in Color

May 29 - Hong Kong

Casa Sandoval1200 Russell Way

Hayward, CA 945441-510-727-1700

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