IH final Newsletter October 2015

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The Declaration Activities and updates for the Residents of Independence Hill Retirement Community

Volume 23, Issue 10 October 2015

Michelle’s Message

Kitchen

Thought for the Month:

“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.”

~ Albert Camus

Coming this Month

Van Gogh to You, Painting Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Instructor led painting class, $20.00 per person SAS Factory Shoe Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Shop the shoe store for the latest fashion and comfort Stitches & Purls: Painting Pumpkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Pumpkin Painting with faces and scenes for Halloween Texas Balloon Spectacular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Ride a Hot Air Balloon for $10 Harlequin Dinner Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit Witte Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bodies Revealed, anatomy and systems revealed Monster Mash Costume Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Come in costume and be entered to win!

As summer winds down, we would like to extend warm wishes to each of our team members who will be returning to school, keeping their noses in the books! The Fall/Winter Menu Cycle will begin the first week of October. Stay tuned for details on our “Pasta Extravaganza” this month. It is a resident favorite! Keep your suggestions coming, as it is our pleasure to serve you well every day!

David Gaston Food and Beverage Director

Flu Shots Sign up for your 2015 Flu Shot. A healthy Fall and Winter Season never hurt anyone! We love bringing this to our campus every year. Shots will be given on Thursday, October 22nd from 1:00pm-4:00pm in the Artistic Alley. Cheers to Your Good Health!

Blood Drive Did you know that one donation alone can help save 4 lives? On Friday, Oct. 23 a “Blood Mobile” will be at the Independence Hill main entrance from 10am to 4pm. Please contact Chickie at (210) 615-4000 ext. 249 if you are able and interested in being a donor.

IH Kitchen Scored 100% The City of SA Health Inspector came out for our bi-annual inspection, and we are proud to report that we achieved a perfect scored of 100! Way to go team! Thank you for your ongoing commitment to our residents! I dare you to flash your BOO-tiful smile to all goblins, pumpkins and neighbors alike! Michelle Houriet Voutour Executive Director

Activity Coordinators’ Corner

We have some great events coming your way this month!

We are going to the Texas Balloon Spectacular in Floresville on Friday, October 16th Come see beautiful and colorful hot air balloons fill the skies, shop some of the vendors, listen to live music, and maybe take a tethered balloon ride if you’re feeling adventurous!

We are going to the Harlequin Dinner Theater at Fort Sam Houston to see Noel Coward’s, Blithe Spirit on the 23rd. Then, on the 26th, we will examine some of the major systems of the body including skeletal, muscular, nervous, and circulatory at the “Bodies Revealed” exhibit at the Witte Museum.

On Friday, October 30th, we are hosting a Monster Mash Costume Party and Contest! Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be given. Costume or not, join us for dancing, drinks, great food and fun!

Have a Spook-tacular Month!

Valerie & Sophie

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AA: Artistic Alley AS: Aerobic Studio BR: Billiards Room LBY11: Building 11 Lobby LIB11: Building 11 3rd Floor Library CHR: Chorus Room PUB: Coffee Pub or Pub CR: Computer Room DR: Dining Room FC: Fitness Center GTR: Gardenia Tea Room IVY: I.H. Assisted Living Ivy Room ML: Main Lobby PA: Pool Area PDR: Private Dining Room RC: Medical Team Resource Center

TH: Theater

MONDAYS Men’s Bridge: 9:00am-GTR Duplicate Bridge: 1:00pm-LBY11

Poker: 1:00pm-PUB Canasta: 1:00pm-GTR Rubber Bridge: 1:00pm-LBY11

TUESDAYS Bridge: 1:00pm-GTR Chaplain Emily: 2:00pm-PDR Bingo: 7:45pm-DR ($1.00 per card)

WEDNESDAYS Men’s Bridge: 9:00am-GTR Mexican Train: 2:00pm-LBY11 Bridge: 1:00pm-GTR

THURSDAYS Games: Board games & cards:1:15pm-GTR Left, Right, Center: 1:30pm-AA Rubber Bridge: 1:00pm-LBY11

FRIDAYS Men’s Bridge: 9:00am-GTR The Hill Toppers Chorus Practice: 2:30pm-Bldg. 12 - 2nd floor CHR

SATURDAYS Games: Board games & cards: 1:15pm-GTR

“Close By” - October 5th & 20th Errands in the immediate Stone Oak area between Huebner, Blanco, and 1604. Includes The Vineyards Shopping Area and Fresh Plus, and the Postal Shop.

“Far Away” - October 12th & 28th Errands to businesses between 1604 & Hardy Oak and 1604 & Gold Canyon. Includes Walmart, Costco, Academy, Kohl’s, Best Buy, Michael’s, Marshalls and Bed, Bath & Beyond.

Thursday, October 1

Calendar Chat Discuss this month’s activities.

9:30am-LIB11

Friday, October 2

Super Bingo at AL Come play bingo with your friends at

AL. $1.00 per card. 2:00pm — IHAL: IVY

Reagan HS Theater: Hamlet

Cost: $8.00 per person. Depart: 6:00pm **

Sunday, October 4

Musical Guest: Fred Pleasure Musician/Vocalist

4:00pm - PUB

Monday, October 5

Bowling Every Monday. Cost 99¢ per game. Shoes are available to rent for $3.75.

Depart: 9:00am**

Errand Shuttle: Close By Errands in the Stone Oak area.

Depart: 1:30pm **

Tuesday, October 6

JoAnn’s Fabric Come shop for crafting

ideas and projects! Depart: 1:30pm**

Tech Time with Tommie Get help with your cell phone,

iPhones, and computer. 2:00pm — CR**

Happy Hour Out:

Aldino’s Cucina Italiano Depart: 3:45pm**

Wednesday, October 7

Mukta’s Alterations 1:00pm — AA

Fort Sam Houston

Commissary & Exchange Depart: 8:45am **

Friday, October 9

Inessa’s Jewelry Shop fashion accessories, gifts,

trinkets and more! 10:00am — PUB

Friday Night Music & Dance Meet with your neighbors for an evening of music, fellowship and

dancing fun! 6:30-8:30pm — PUB

Saturday, October 10

Van Gogh To You Paint like a professional! A profes-sional artist will instruct the class.

All supplies are included. Cost $20.00

1:15pm — AA

Sunday, October 11

Musical Guest: Tom Peterson

Pianist 4:00pm—-Main Lobby

Monday, October 12

COLUMBUS DAY Bowling

Every Monday. Cost 99¢ per game. Shoes will be available to rent for

$3.75. Depart: 9:00am**

Tuesday, October 13

Men’s Breakfast Enjoy breakfast with eggs to order

and great camaraderie with the guys. 7:30am — PDR

Lunch Out:

Aldaco’s Mexican Cuisine Depart: 11:30am**


SAS Factory Shoe Store Come shop the latest fashions

in shoe comfort! Depart: 9:30am**

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Thursday, October 15

Pumpkin Patch Come pick out your very own pump-kin for the fall! Then bring it straight

home to our Stitches & Purls and have it Halloween ready same day!

Depart: 9:00am**

Stitches & Purls Craft Pumpkin Painting

Paint faces or spooky scenes on your pumpkin instead of carving!

1:30pm—AA

See the Sea “Dynamic Directions for

Our Ocean Realm” Educational slides & lecture

6:30pm—GTR

Friday, October 16

Gloria’s Accessories Fashion Jewelry, accessories,

clothing items. 10:00am—PUB

Line Dancing Have fun with various line dances

that are easy to learn! 11:15am — AS

Sunday, October 18

Musical Guest: Rick Weston

Musician/Vocalist 4:00pm — PUB

Monday, October 19

Bowling Every Monday. Cost 99¢ per game.

Shoes are available to rent for $3.75. Depart: 9:00am**

Shopping: Rolling Oaks Shop till you drop! 2 hours to grab

essentials and window shop! Depart: 1:30pm **

Tuesday, October 20

Breakfast Out: Jim’s Restaurant Depart: 7:45am**

Birthday Party Please join us to celebrate October

birthdays! Cake, coffee, fellowship! 2:30pm — DR


Armchair Astronomy “Lunar Eclipses: Novel Images”

Learn about the art of photographing this unique phenomena.

10:15am — TH

Mukta’s Alterations 1:00pm — AA

Health Topic: Flu Awareness

3:00pm — PUB


Flu Shot Clinic Please see insert for details.

1:00-4:00pm — AA**

Friday, October 23

Lunch with Friends at Assisted Living

Make plans to visit and have lunch with your friends and neighbors next

door. Please sign up. 11:45am — IHAL: IVY**

Tea at Two

Meet with friends and neighbors for fellowship, tea and finger foods.

2:00pm — GTR**

Harlequin Dinner Theater: Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit

Cost: $35.00 per person. Military discount may apply. See Activities

for details. Depart: 5:30pm **

Friday Night Music & Dance

Meet with your neighbors for an evening of music, fellowship as you

dance the night away! 6:30-8:30pm — PUB

Sunday, October 25

Musical Guest: Paul Davis

Singer/Guitarist/Pianist 4:00pm — PUB

Monday, October 26

Bowling Every Monday. Cost 99¢ per game. Shoes are available to rent for $3.75.

Depart: 9:00am**

Witte Museum: Bodies Revealed exhibit

View the muscular, circulatory, and nervous systems! Enjoy lunch after

this interesting exhibit. Cost: $17 per person. Lunch is Dutch Treat

Depart: 9:30am **

Newcomer’s Social Let’s welcome our newest residents.

3:00pm — PDR

Happy Tails Come see and pet exotic animals.

4:00pm — IHAL: IVY

Tuesday, October 27

Dinner Out: Outback Steakhouse

Dutch Treat. Depart: 4:45pm**

Tour Around the World: Greece Come with us as we visit Greece and

sample local foods — all from the comfort of home! 2:00pm — TH


Errand Shuttle: Far Away Depart: 9:45am **


Wine Club with Bob Bob with Spec;s will educate us on different wines through sampling.

Best Class EVER! Wines available for purchase! 2:30pm — DR**

Friday, October 30

The Cat’s Meow Come shop the latest fashion,

jewelry, & accessories. 10:30am — PUB

Monster Mash Halloween Costume Party

Great time to get creative and wear something cute, scary, funny…

surprise us and be entered to win prizes! No costume? No worries!

Come enjoy food, drinks, and music as we celebrate All Hallows’ Eve!

2:15pm — DR

Movie with James: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Movie Treats will be served 7:00pm — TH

Saturday, October 31 HAPPY HALLOWEEN

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Please sign up for the Close-By or Far-Away errand shuttle if you need transportation to any of the banks listed below.

Far-Away: SACU, Frost, Ran-dolph-Brooks, Bank of America, BBVA, and Chase.

Close-By: BB&T, Wells Fargo, IBC, Chase, Navy Federal, Broadway Bank, Jefferson Bank, and Lone Star National Bank

Tuesday 8:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday 8:00am - 5:00pm Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Closed Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Holidays

Call Donna, Eva, Mary, or Michelle for an appointment!

(210) 545-2091

Shampoo & Set $20.00 Ladies’ Haircut $12.00 Men’s Haircut $10.00 Manicures $15.00 Pedicures $22.00 Perms (start at) $60.00 Tints $35.00 Highlights (start at) $62.00

This on-site home health agency provides many services for your convenience. Stop by for a visit.

Monday - Friday 10am-5pm (210) 227-9000

Located across from Fitness Center

Banking

DE’s Beauty Shop

The Medical Team

Movies are featured in our Theater located on the second floor of Building 11. Descriptions of upcoming movies are posted on the bulletin board outside the Activities Office. If you have any movie suggestions, please bring them to the Activities Office!

Movies are shown at 7:00pm

Wednesday = Western movies Saturday nights = New Releases or Action ( R ) movies

R rating: some violence, nudity, mature content, profanity, impudence

Airport Transportation: Transportation to and from San Antonio Inter-national Airport is available to Independence Hill residents Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm, excluding holidays. Bring your itinerary to schedule your transportation needs with Front Desk. Doctor Transportation: Transportation for medical appointments away and nearby is available on a scheduled basis Monday through Friday. Ap-pointments should be made the day before by 3:00pm. Departure times for Far-Away appointments are 8:30am and 1:00pm. In the Close-By ar-ea, departure times are 7:45am, 8:45am, 9:45am,10:45am, 12:45pm, 1:45pm, and 2:45pm. Return transportation is available only until 4:30pm. Contact the Front Desk to schedule transportation for upcoming appointments.

Lights… Camera… Ac on!


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October 2 Liz & Dick — 2012/NR October 3 All About Eve — 1950/NR October 4 W. E. — 2011/R October 5 Happy — 2011/NR October 7 There Will Be Blood — 2007/R October 9 Sherlock Holmes — 2009/PG-13 October 10 One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest — 1975/R October 11 Romancing the Stone — 1984/PG October 12 The First Wives Club — 1996/PG October 14 Quigley Down Under — 1990/PG-13 October 16 Leatherheads — 2008/PG-13 October 17 Rebel Without a Cause — 1950/PG-13 October 18 The Adams Family — 1991/PG October 19 Pretty Woman — 1990/R October 21 The Outlaw Josey Wales — 1976/PG October 23 Gangster Squad — 2013/R October 24 Frankenstein — 1931/NR October 25 The Raven — 2011/R October 26 Dark Shadows — 2012/PG-13 October 28 Rango — 2011/PG October 30 The Nightmare Before Christmas — 1993/PG October 31 Dracula — 1931/NR

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A Community Affair at Independence Hill!

Our Fire Fighter friends from Firehouse 46

stayed to have breakfast with us!

THANK YOU to

these great men for all they do!

Patriot Day Memorial Ceremony Service led by Pastor Dave,

Reagan HS JROTC Color Guard, and Firehouse 46.

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Fun times at Independence Hill!

Tips from the Medical Team

This month’s tip is about healthy ways to cope with grief.

Suggested healthy coping mechanisms: Letting People take care of you Reminiscing Embracing mourning rituals Attending support groups Seeing a therapist or physician

The Medical Team is here for you! Stop by the Resource Center for more information.

Ruth Murphy, Freeda Duffle, and Baudelia Alfaro show off

Hill Toppers’ Chorus “Musical Tour”

Grandparent’s Day Performance

Thank you to our fabulous Chorus for putting on a

wonderful show!

Chorus leader, Virginia Brys sitting pretty

before the show.

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CONGRATULATIONS Valerie Maldonado!

Valerie has taken a strong lead in a time that the Activities Department has needed it. She has shown great follow through and commitment to getting the job done right, even if it keeps her later than planned. She has been instrumental in gathering information, ensuring details are covered to avoid anything falling through the cracks. She has proven to be a leader and a great team player. Great Job, Valerie! Thank you for all you do day in and day out!

ATTENTION DOG OWNERS We ask that you please keep your furry babies on a leash at all times and always pick up any “presents” they leave behind. We have Pet Waste Stations available for your convenience located at the Dog Park, between Cottages 1 and 2, between Cot-tages 5 and 6, and in the grassy knoll area between IH and the Village Clubhouse. Your help in keeping our property clean is much appreciated. Thank You!

Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-12:00pm

Friday: 1:00pm-4:00pm

Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed

~VOLUNTEERS NEEDED~ Please see Valerie in Activities Dept.

Employee of the Month

Country Store

Employee Birthdays

Prescrip ons


Happy Birthday to You…

This month’s mystery employee was born in Coahuila, Mexico on March 19th. She has three sons and two grand-daughters. It’s lucky that a friend told her about Independence Hill, she has been with our community for eight years. We are so grateful to have her! If you catch her outside of work, you may see her wearing coral – it’s her favorite color. She is very religious and enjoys go-ing to church, reading the bible, and watching her favorite movie, The Passion of the Christ. A hopeless romantic at heart, she loves to listen to romantic ballads. You’ll always find her wearing a bright smile. Can you guess who our mystery employee is? Last Month: Gerald Baxter

Prescriptions will be picked up from local pharmacies Monday through Friday. Requests need to be turned in to the Front Desk no later than 3:00pm daily, and prescriptions that are ready will be picked up from pharmacies no later than 3:30pm the same day otherwise the pick up will be the next day. We pick up pre-scriptions at Ft. Sam on Wednesday mornings.

Mystery Employee Around the Property...

October 8 Jocelyn Rudd (Waitstaff)

October 15 Edgard Chavez (Night Front Desk)

October 15 Lylia Sosa (Cook)

October 23 Maria Castillo (Housekeeping)

October 25 Veronica Garza ( PCA)

October 28 Alejandra Rivas (Waitstaff)

October 30 Alma Carmona (Driver)

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Non-denominational Bible Study: Mondays at 10:30am in the PDR

Non-denominational Bible Study with Pstr. Dave or Pstr. Wendell: Wednesdays at 9:00am in the AA

CBC Bible Study Thursdays at 10:30am in the AA

Episcopal Service: Thursdays at 3:00pm in the AA

First Friday Mass & Catholic Rosary: Fridays at 1:00pm on the 2nd floor of Building 12 CHR

For your convenience, a fax machine, copier, shredder, and postage scale are available at the Front Desk. Feel free to ask a Receptionist or Night Clerk and they will glad to assist you with your needs.

Gentle Reminder: IH does NOT allow employees to receive tips. To say “Thanks!” the Residents’ Appreciation Fund Committee fund has set up a fund that bene-fits all hourly employees of IH at the end of the year. Donations can be made by check, placed in the mail slot located in the office door near the Front Desk. This is a great way to show your appre-ciation of the peo-ple who take care of us every day!

Bible Studies

Business Services

Apprecia on Fund

Aquasize: Join instructor , Connie Headr ick, on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday mornings at 10:00am for a water aerobics class at the pool.

Fitness Instruction: Specially designed to provide a more challeng-ing exercise experience, instructor Judy Everett includes both standing and sitting exercises. Improve upper body strength with weights while integrating leg and balance exercises. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:15am. Held in the Aerobics Studio in Building 12, 1st floor.

Health Check: Have your blood pressure, blood sugar and temperature checked and for an overall well-being assessment every other Wednes-day at 1:30pm in the Medical Team Office (located in lobby area across from the Fitness Center).

Sittercize: Resident volunteers will instruct you to “sit and be fit!” Two classes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9:00am and 10:30am. Held in the Aerobic Studio in Bldg. 12, 1st flr. Keep moving!

Texercise: Developed by the state of Texas. Sitting and standing exercises will increase balance, strength, flexibility and endurance. Mondays and Fridays at 10:30am. Held in the Aerobics Studio in Bldg 12, 1st flr.

Zumba Gold: This workout incorporates Latin dance steps and rhythms to promote movement and mobility. Don’t miss this great class on Tuesdays at 1:30pm in the Aerobics Studio in Bldg 12, 1st flr.

Chair Yoga: Deep breathing techniques and simple stretches. Relieves chronic pain and increases lung capacity. Strengthen your core and your inner you on Wednesdays at 11am, in Aerobics Studio. Bldg 12, 1st flr.

Line Dancing: Learn easy and fun line dances and practice old clas-sics... with a twist! Low impact dancing, led by professional instructor, Dora. See you in the Aerobics Studio in Bldg. 11, 1st floor.

Coker United Methodist Church Depart 9:00am

Crown of Life Lutheran Church Depart 10:15am

Shuttle Service is provided by IH to the following services:

Community Bible Church Depart IH 8:10am Service Time: 9:00am

The Fellowship of San Antonio Depart IH 8:50am Bible Study: 9:15am

Concordia Lutheran Church Depart IH 8:50am Service Time: 9:30am

Holy Trinity Catholic Church Depart IH 8:50am Service Time: 9:30am

St. Thomas Episcopal Church Depart IH 9:30am Service Time: 10:30am

Shearer Hills Baptist Church Depart IH 9:30am Service Time: 10:30am

Park Hills Baptist Church Depart IH 9:30am Service Time: 11:00am Bible class: 10:00am

San Pedro Presbyterian Depart IH 9:30am Service Time: 11:00am

Note: Non-denominational Church service is held on Sundays in the Independence Hill Gardenia Tea Room at 9:00am

Health and Wellness

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Welcome Our Newest Neighbors…

William and Barbara Boyle Mary McKenzie Jane Bollinger Shirley Hanson

Joan Miller Dorothy Hortenstine

Mukta Monera will be in Artistic Alley at 1:00pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. She is an expert seamstress and looks for-ward to providing you with the best alterations service. Her price list is posted on the Activi-ties Bulletin Board for your convenience.

Newcomers


October Birthdays

Birthday Party Tuesday, October 20th

2:30pm in the Dining Room

This month’s mystery resident was born and raised in Chicago. He had a football scholarship to the prestigious Mount Car-mel High School. However, he trans-ferred to Westcott Vocational High School where he met the love of his life. He and his high school sweetheart will be married 62 years this coming February. They have six children, twenty two grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. He spent his career in the Air Force trav-elling the world. He is an avid reader; some of his favorite authors are Ken Fol-lett, Jeanne Treat, and Daniel Silva. One book that he identifies a great deal with is titled Songs from a Distant Cockpit by John J. Schulz. If you catch him talking about movies, his two favorites are Casa-blanca and Lawrence of Arabia. Can you guess who our mystery resident is?

Last Month: Iris Koota

Mystery Resident

1st Patricia Johnson 3rd Betty Choffel Barbara Hinkens 5th Rosemary Scott 6th Leo Slief 10th George Stickle Jr. 11th Gladys Arikian 12th Dorothy Cooning George Workman 13th Arthur Luensmann 15th Margaret Doerner Sergio Villarreal

16th Anna Rose Guy Murray 18th Nadine Ballard 19th Florence Gonzales 20th Edith Fincher 22nd Mary Rosenberry 23th Helen Smith 26th Grace Barge 27th Bob Beissner Freeda Duffle Edwin Collins 28th Tina Voudouris

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Independence Hill Retirement Community 20450 Huebner Road San Antonio, Texas 78258 (210) 615-4000

We are here to serve you! The Staff at Independence Hill

Michelle Houriet Voutour, Executive Director Carol Barker, Assistant Director Martha Anderson, Director of Internal & Public Communications Alan Holfinger, Safety Director Tonya Ledford, Director of Housekeeping Jorge Samaniego, Maintenance Director David Gaston, Food and Beverage Director Joshua Lawrence, Food and Beverage Assistant Director Jennifer Nealy, Food and Beverage Manager Valerie Maldonado, Activities Coordinator Sophie Cathcart, Activities Coordinator Carolyn Crawford, Activities Coordinator Margie Gonzales, Transportation Services Charlie Medina, Transportation Services Gerald Baxter, Transportation Services

Sherrill Perez, Lifestyle Specialist Laura Terranova, Lifestyle Specialist Chickie Backhaus, Outreach Coordinator Sandra Santillan, Move-In Coordinator Lisa Norwitz, Health & Wellness Director Tommie Hakes, Administrative Assistant Brittani Bell, Receptionist Sandy Ramirez, Receptionist Belia Torres, Weekend Receptionist Yolanda Pena, Weekend Receptionist Edgard Chavez, Night Clerk Edgar Perez, Night Clerk James Harris, Night Clerk Brandon Ezekiel, Night Clerk Jose Briones, Night Clerk Anthony Herron, Night Clerk

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The Declaration Activities and updates for the Residents of Independence Hill Retirement Community

Volume 23, Issue 10 October 2015

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