Volume 11 12th Edition December 2018 Henry & Friends R

I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E 3 Music & Enrichment

4 Employee Spotlights

5 Reminiscing

6 Special Events

7 Resident Center Happenings

8 CHR 2nd & 3rd floor

Happenings

9 Places to Go

12 Wellness

13 Volunteers

14 Foundation

15 Memorials

17 Regularly Scheduled Programs

18 Spiritual Wellness

& Support Groups

19 Movie Listings

Newsletter Staff Co-Editors Nancy Hanford

Bruce Greenman

Alesha Williams

Layout/Design Nancy Hanford

Feature Writers Bruce Greenman

Publicity Tammy Terwilliger 2700 Burcham Dr. ~ East Lansing, MI 48823 ~ (517) 351-8377

Volume 11 12th Edition December 2018

Burcham Beacon

Veteran’s Day Social

O ur veteran’s and their spouses were hon-

ored at our annual Veteran’s Day Social

event. A flag ceremony was presented by the

MSU ROTC and special entertainment was

provided by Jay Hill. Olive Springer was this

year’s honored veteran and received the fold-

ed flag. We thank Olive and all of our veter-

an’s for their service and sacrifices.

Additional photos on page 10

Harvest Festival

T he Harvest Festival was a

delicious success with an as-

sortment of holiday favorites made

by the residents to share at this an-

nual event. Entertainment was pro-

vided by “The Generations.”


Henry & Friends

R esidents were transported back

to 1925 during the interactive

performance by Doré Productions of

Northville. The performance portrayed

Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and Har-

vey Firestone talking about their

friendships, families and outstanding

contributions to American industry.


April 2016 Page 2 December 2018 Page 2

From the Desk of the Executive Director . . . by Pam Ditri

I t is that time of the year again where many within Burcham Hills will celebrate the holidays.

Directly after Thanksgiving this year, as in past years, 13 trees will be displayed and deco-

rated by residents and staff. This year, Two Men And A Truck® volunteered to set up the trees,

which helped tremendously. It instantly transforms Burcham with a holiday feel.

A very special event is the annual Resident Association Employee Holiday Party on Friday, December 14,

from 2-3:00 pm in the Ada Whitehouse Room. This event is hosted by the residents of Burcham Hills, includ-

ing the Clusters, for our 400+ staff members. Each year, the staff look forward to

this event with great anticipation. There will be singing and a visit from Santa.

Since Burcham Hills has a “no tipping” policy, this one exception is allowed. The

Resident Association oversees a monetary collection, which is divided between

the staff according to their defined guidelines and gifted during this Holiday Party.

The Holiday Parties, hosted by Burcham, for the residents and their loved ones,

will be held in the Ada Whitehouse Room. The Resident Center Party will be

on Tuesday, December 18, from 6:30-8:00 pm. The Center for Health & Re-

habilitation Party will be held on Thursday, December 20, from 6:30-8:00 pm.

We hope that you will be able to attend as we celebrate the season.

The culture and the holiday traditions continue to make Burcham Hills a special

place to be, thank you all for being part of Burcham Hills.

Wishing you and your loved ones

a joyous holiday season and a

Healthy and Happy New Year.

Burcham Hills Leadership Team

Pam Ditri, NHA

Executive Director 827-1042

Nancy Hanford Communications / Exec. Asst.

827-1043

Cindy Popovitch

Director of Organizational Dev. 827-2954

Jim Kaczmarczyk

Director of Finance/Controller 351-4662

Pegi Chatti, RN, NHA CHR Administrator

827-1037

Barbara Smith, NHA

Director of Post-Acute Network 349-4803

Marcy Harris, LPN Director of Resident Center

827-0361

Mark Sarvis Director of Building & Grounds

351-3642

Jennifer Sokol Director of Hospitality

827-1025

Jessi Kvatek, RN CHR Director of Nursing

827-1038

Bill Cosby Director of Sales

487-0832

Abdullah Masood Director of Operations

827-0692

Lesa Smith, MPA, CFRE Foundation Director

827-2924

Jonathan Wilson Business Development Director

827-1059

*All programing complies with the Fair Housing Act (FHA). Some

programs may require support staff, which will need to be ar-ranged with the Personal Wellness and/or Recreation departments prior to the event.

BH Burcham Hills

RC Resident Center

CHR Center for Health & Rehabilitation

AWR Ada Whitehouse Room (1st RC)

PDR Private Dining Room (2nd RC)

WC Wellness Center (2nd RC)

LS Leisure Studio (1st CHR)

SVDR Scenic View Dining Room (2nd RC)

SP Stansell Patio (1st CHR)

GLLR Great Lakes Living Room (3rd RC)

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tion

BURCHAM BEACON Page 3 Music & Enrichment

Wine & Cheese Socials w/ Piano Performance by Lucille Olson

4:00 pm / 2RC Lobby Wednesdays, December 12 & 26

Neighborhood Meetings

2RC: Wednesday, December 19 1:00 pm / PDR

4RC: Wednesday, December 19 3:00 pm / 4RC Lobby

5RC: Friday, December 21 3:00 pm / PDR *Wine & Cheese will be served

Open forum for questions, suggestions and concerns.

Additional December Holidays

2 Hanukkah Begins 6 St. Nicholas Day 12 Poinsettia Day

Music Opportunities

MSU Holiday Carols

with Jacob Wells group

Sunday, December 2 / 7:00 pm / tho

Men of Orpheus

Monday, December 3 / 7:00 pm / AWR

Meridian Community Band Concert

Tuesday, December 4 / 7:00 pm / AWR

New Horizons Band Concert

Wednesday, December 5 / 1:30 pm / AWR

DeWitt Community Band Concert


Piano Recital with Miho Segal

Saturday, December 8 / 3:00 pm / AWR

Burcham Sings! Chorus Concert

Sunday, December 9 / 1:30 pm / AWR

Primetime Strummers Holiday Concert

Tuesday, December 11 / 2:00 pm / AWR

Holiday Special with Marvin, Monty & Sarah

Thursday, December 13 / 1:30 pm / AWR

Thursday Night Special with Jay Hill

Thursday, December 13 / 7:00 pm / AWR

Christmas Concert with Eastminster Church*

Friday, December 14 / 7:00 pm / AWR

Piano Recital with Joan Wierzba & Students

Saturday, December 15 / 2:00 pm / AWR

Christmas Carols with University Reform Church

Sunday, December 16 / 1:30 pm / AWR

Sweet Adelines


Lansing Matinee Musicale

Men’s Event Holiday Breakfast Wednesday, December 12 7:30 am / AWR Join us for a festive holiday breakfast, just for the guys.

“Big House” Book Club * Monday, December 17

1:30 pm / PDR “The Girl on the Train” by Paula Hawkins *This is a discussion group and it is highly encouraged to read

the book and make notes of areas you wish to review.

If you would like a book or more information, please

contact Margaret R. 333-1856 or Mary R. 351-7099.

Bring your book to return and pick up a copy of your next

book.

Preuss Pets Animal Encounter Come see what unique animals/creatures Preuss Pets brings this month!

Friday, December 21 / 1:30 pm / AWR

Holiday Gift Wrapping Bring gifts to the 2RC Lobby for help in wrapping

Thursday, December 6 / 1:00—3:00 pm Thursday, December 13 / 10:30 am—12:30 pm

April 2016 Page 2 Page 4 Employee Spotlights December 2018

Employee Spotlight ~ Sheila Manns

Sheila Manns is a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) and works in the Center for Health

& Rehabilitation (CHR) at Burcham Hills for the past five years. She was born in Decatur,

Illinois but grew up Milwaukee, Wisconsin and then moved to Lansing when she was 14 years old.

During her free time, she enjoys mixing up lotions and soaps, and has her own brand name, Shhhh by

She. Everyone knows when she is in the building from her scent in the hallway. She also does crafting such as seasonal

vases and decorations for parties and events. Sheila also enjoys inventing things and has created a product called Tear

Away, flushable linings. These are linings for diapers that you can tear out flush and throw away. The purpose is to elim-

inate the smells and its environmentally friendly. When she isn’t doing all this, she likes to go bowling.

Sheila has 10 kids ranging from 9-32 years old, 8 girls and 2 boys, which includes 2 sets of twins, one set are Irish twins

(siblings born in the same calendar year, or otherwise less than twelve months apart). She has one brother and spends a lot of

time with her grandkids and babysitting.

When asked what she enjoys about Burcham, Sheila states interacting with the residents and her co-workers. She appre-

ciates when staff approach her to ask questions and ask for advice when they need to talk, she has an invisible couch.

She also loves going on the outings with the residents- especially to Olive Garden. And Burcham Hills has a lot of smil-

ing faces. Sheila has noticed positive changes in the community during her five years of employment such as the renova-

tions to the employee break rooms.

Some of her future plans include going to back to Vegas for her birthday (she loved it, and feels it would be nice to live

there until she runs out of money ). She also would like to go to Jamaica next year. She is thinking about writing a bi-

ography and eventually making a movie.

Sheila says life is funny sometimes, that is why she jokes and stays positive all the time even on the bad days she likes to

make people smile. You can typically locate Sheila on the 2nd floor CHR. Stop by and say hello to her and maybe get

yourself some signature lotion.

Thank you for all you do Sheila and being a part of the Burcham Hills team.

Employee Spotlight ~ Nicole Cobb

Nicole Cobb has been with Burcham Hills for over two years, working 3rd shift as an LPN

on the 2nd floor of the CHR. A Lansing native, she enjoys do-it-yourself furniture makeovers.

“I like to fix things up that you would typically just throw away.”

She also likes to work out and runs virtual fitness challenge groups through Facebook. She’s been doing this for two

years, and says new people join every month, and prizes are awarded for participation.

Nicole and her husband have two boys. Their oldest son recently graduated from Haslett High School and is now attend-

ing Lansing Community College, looking to make a career working with computers. Their youngest son is 13 years old,

and attends Haslett Middle School. The family enjoys their dog, Wes, a 4-year-old American Terrier.

Recently, Nicole hiked for the first time in the mountains of Utah. Despite it getting colder and colder as they climbed

higher and higher, “it was a beautiful and wonderful experience!” The family enjoys travelling a few times a year and

plans to head to a warmer destination in the Spring, maybe Florida.

Nicole says she loves the atmosphere with the staff at Burcham Hills, and how well everyone gets along and works to-

gether as a team. She loves her co-workers, and they all try to be welcoming to new employees. She feels rewarded in

her work, “Just seeing the smiles on the residents faces and knowing you made a difference in their day.” She enjoys

making the residents feel right at home, and ensuring they get the care they need.

Eventually, Nicole would like to return to school for her RN degree. Until then, her focus is on family, fitness and her

job at Burcham Hills. We’re certainly glad to have her! Thank you, Nicole, for all you do!

BURCHAM BEACON Page 5 Reminiscing

Christmas is a Relaxing Fun Time by Bruce Greenman

C hristmas season begins shortly after the first of December. It is a wondrous time when

the miraculous becomes commonplace. It is a time when petty differences are cast aside

and goodwill reigns supreme. Everyone feels generous and hearts are infiltrated with the spir-

it of giving.

During this short season, we go around with a pleasant look on our face and greet total

strangers with a cheery smile. We become profuse in our thanks for small favors.

All of this is part of the buildup towards Christmas Day. Nostalgia also reigns supreme, as we recall the glories

and savored memories of Christmas’ past. Ah yes, those were the days, and we eternally anticipate more of the

same. But for some reason, the holidays themselves are not always that ideal. Probably they never were…time

tends to gloss over the problems and only the fond memories remain.

We imagine the storybook holiday, with the family gathered around the lighted tree on Christ-

mas Eve. There are beautifully wrapped packages, members of the family sip eggnog and

neighborhood carols waft across the crisp night air…naturally; it is a still evening with gently

falling snow.

Christmas morning is a happy time as the excited children take turns unwrapping gifts. In the

afternoon, everyone still feels great as they sit down to a sumptuous eight course dinner, prepared by Mother

(who, of course, is still fresh and pleasant).

Sound unfamiliar? Then you are probably among the majority who spend Christmas Eve running to the store for

a last minute gift, cleaning the house, screaming at the kids to get away from the presents and preparing food half

the night.

Those sparkling festivities and the relaxed, easy time are rarely realized in most families. Perhaps, it’s time we

make some drastic changes to transform an over-commercialized, frantic event into a warm satisfying celebra-

tion.

Why cling to traditions that have become drudgery? It isn’t necessary to imitate the stereotype family we see on

T.V. For example, if you detest mailing Christmas cards – forget it, who really cares about that once a year

greeting from otherwise long-forgotten friends?

A homemade Christmas dinner may be the tradition, but there’s no rule that says mother has to

wear herself to a frazzle getting it prepared. Many restaurants offer very fine holiday cuisine.

Every package doesn’t have to be beautifully wrapped and with a perfect bow. The house

doesn’t have to look immaculate, after all, who really even notices? Everything doesn’t have to

be so competitive. We don’t have to throw the most elaborate holiday cocktail party, give the

most expensive gifts or have the finest decorated tree. None of those are a true reflection of our

worth as a person.

Every year the cost of Christmas mushrooms. Somewhere along the line expenses must be cut. Often those ex-

pensive gifts are shortly forgotten, even though the bills remain. In the old days, homemade gifts were the tradi-

tion – and they came from the heart.

Provide the necessary time for your family and friends! Easy does it.

Aren’t those beautiful thoughts? ...sort of chokes you up with plans for a completely revised Christmas season.

You can do it, but will you? ...neither will I.

Footnote: This no longer really applies to us residents at Burcham. I wrote this in 1980 when it was, for most of

us, very true.

Page 2 Page 6 Special Events December 2018

December 11 1:30 pm AWR

We will have candy galore

on hand to decorate a house

of your choice. You are

Only limited by your

imagination at this festive

holiday event.

Monday, December 31 7:00 pm AWR

Let’s raise a glass to celebrate the New Year.

We’ll toast to the holidays with friends and good cheer!

Entertainment Light Refreshments will be served

Tuesday, December 19

6:30 pm / AWR

‘Tis the Season to have a party!

Thursday, December 21

6:30 pm / AWR

Jingle, jingle, lets mingle!

Residents and families are invited to join us for our annual Christmas gatherings!

Entertainment by “Ricky and Nikki,” And don’t miss an appearance by Santa!

Light Refreshments will be served!

Find the perfect something for everyone on your list!

We bring the shopping to you with a variety of independent crafters,

Crafts Gifts Goodies

Page 7 RC Happenings BURCHAM BEACON Page 7

4th Floor Neighborhood

Travels Through Time Every Wednesday @ 9:15 am

4th floor Lounge

Birthday Party Tuesday, December 20, 1:30 pm

4th floor Lounge Join your neighbors as they

celebrate their special day!

Geographic Explorer Films Every Friday @ 6:30 pm

4th floor Lounge All residents, families & staff are

encouraged to attend.

Groups You Don’t Want to Miss!

Quilting for a Cause Every Wednesday @ 10:00 am

Cozy Corner on 2 CHR

TED Talks

Mondays and Fridays @ 10:15 am

4th floor lounge Short talks are offered on various topics

from science to environmentally friendly art

and community enriching projects.

Card Making

Mondays @ 2:15 pm

4th floor lounge The Card Making group is back! We provide

the supplies, you bring the creativity and

good company!

Last month, we enjoyed a

beautiful performance by

sophomore MSU group, the

Nature of Brass. One

composition by a fellow student

was of particular interest as it

was written for his girlfriend

who happens to have

synesthesia. This rare

neurological phenomenon causes

her to “hear” color as well as

feel different sensations

associated with letters of the

alphabet. So, bearing her

favorite color in mind, composer

Thomas Collison designed the

piece Warmth so that it would

“sound” purple.

MSU MUSIC SERIES

This past month The Young at

Heart singers

treated us to a

performance of

several old

spirituals,

including a

creative

rendition of “Dry

Bones.”

April 2016 Page 10

CHR Resident Council Meeting

Located on 3CHR

Pigeon Conference Room

Wednesday, December 26 @ 11:00 am

This meeting is for both the 2nd & 3rd floor

neighborhoods. Please join us and receive information about things happening within your neighborhood. We also value

your input and feedback!

April 2016 Page 2 Page 8 CHR—2nd & 3rd Flr Happenings December 2018

2CHR Birthday Party Thursday, December 27

@ 3:00 pm

3CHR Birthday Party Tuesday, December 18

@ 3:00 pm

Birthday List: Geneva Wray– December 4

Marjorie Mohrhardt– December 5 Diane Barnes– December 23

Jim Clark– December 24

Come celebrate our December Birthdays!

2 & 3CHR Lunch Outing Lunch @ English Inn

Thursday, December 6 10:45 am — 2:00 pm

*Please contact Maegan or Eldon

if you would like to attend. **Please See flyer for meal options.

2 & 3CHR Neighborhood Outing

Christmas Light Tour

Tuesday, December 18 6:30 — 8:00 pm

*Please contact Maegan or Eldon

Ongoing Programming:

Happy Hour (2 &3CHR, traveling cart)

Wednesday, December 19

2:30-3:30 pm

Preuss Pets (AWR)

Friday, December 21

1:30 pm

CHR Christmas Party (AWR)

Thursday, December 20

6:30 pm

Outings Sign-up Procedure

Please sign-up in the 2nd floor Resident Center Lobby (table in hall by kitchen) at least 48-hours in advance for ALL outings and shopping trips, unless otherwise stated on sign up sheet. If you find it difficult to sign yourself up, you may also contact the Receptionist at 351-8377. Please be aware that signing up does not guarantee at-tendance. Number of seats as well as the needs and safety of the individuals will be evaluated. You will be noti-fied once a decision is made on the final attendance. To provide a fair opportunity for others, we may limit the number of outings individual attend each month. ALL trips depart from the 2RC Lobby.

NOTE: Outing locations are accessible to ALL residents unless other wise noted on flyer and sign-up sheets. Ac-cessible transportation is provided and wheelchairs can be requested in advance for your added convenience. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodations to attend, please contact the receptionist prior to signing up.

December Neighborhood Outings

Get to know your neighbors! Check with your Recreation Therapist or Recreation Assistant for the specific time and destination of your outing. Wednesday December 5 - Memory Care English Inn Thursday December 6 - 2 CHR English Inn Friday December 7 - Memory Care Holiday Light Tour

Tuesday December 18 - CHR Holiday Light Tour

Join your neighbors and friends on these exciting excursions.

Page 7 Places to Go Page 9 BURCHAM BEACON

The English Inn

Tuesday, December 4 Departing at 10:45 am Return at approx. 2:30 pm Cost: $15 (includes entrée, sides, drink and tip) (Dessert and alcohol are an additional cost.)

Please sign-up by Dec. 3

Art Chorale Holiday Concert River Terrace Church

Tuesday, December 11 Departing at 6:15 pm Return at approx. 10:00 pm Cost: Free

Tickets were purchased prior to Dec. 10

Community Holiday Light Tour

Thursday, December 20 Departing at 6:30 am Return at approx. 8:00 pm Cost: Free

Please sign-up by Dec. 19

Special Outing Notice: Please note that there are multiple outings for holiday light tours and lunch at the English Inn. If you are unsure of which of these outings you should sign up to attend, please contact the Recreation Department at (517) 827-1061.


HENRY

& FRIENDS

HENRY

& FRIENDS

Veteran’s

Day Social

Veteran’s

Day Social

Page 11 Page 7 Page 11 BURCHAM BEACON Harvest Festival

April 2016 Page 2 December 2018 Page 12 Wellness

WELLNESS CLINIC Postponed until January 24

MONTHLY WELLNESS FOCUS: Health Services

A proactive approach to health and wellness is essential for disease prevention and detection, as well as residents’ peace

of mind and independence.

Inpatient Therapy. Inpatient Therapy is located in The Center for Health & Rehabilitation at Burcham

Hills on the 1st floor. We have 61 private suites. Currently, the rule is you must have a 3-day qualifying stay at

the hospital to be eligible for Medicare A benefits. The therapy disciplines include speech, occupational and

physical. Inpatient means you remain residing at Burcham Hills for your therapy services. A typical stay is an

average of 20-days. You are then discharged to your home with an individual plan of care, which may include

Outpatient Therapy. You must be 21 years or older to receive this service.

Outpatient Therapy. Outpatient Therapy is located on the 2nd floor of The Resident Center at Burcham

Hills, and is a separate licensed clinic, The Outpatient Therapy Clinic at Burcham Hills. External clients enter

in the separate external entrance vs. Burcham Hills residents may enter from the 2nd floor hallway. This benefit

is called Medicare B plus insurance plans. You must be 21 years or older to receive these outpatient therapy

services, have a physician’s order with a verification of insurance coverage. You may also pay privately for this

service. The therapy disciplines also include speech, occupational and physical. This is not an exercise program.

This is a therapeutic approach to a treatment plan which is continually evaluated for your progress and coverage

and requires a physician’s order.

Fitness. The Fitness Program located in the Wellness Center on the 2nd Floor of the Resident Center. Fitness

is an exercise program where clients work one-on-one with an Exercise Specialist to enhance their physical well

-being. The Fitness Program is a different entity than therapy. Unlike Therapy, clients in the Fitness Program do

not need a physician’s referral. Fitness Specialists work on maintaining or improving above a client’s physical

baseline while therapy works with clients who are below their physical baseline. If a client goes below their

baseline, the Fitness Specialist would refer the client to therapy. Fitness clients can stay on the program

continually whereas therapy discharges after the clients meet their goals. The Fitness Program can be done in

conjunction with therapy to assist with home exercise programs or post-discharge. This program is private pay

and not covered by insurance.

If you have any questions or concerns about Resident Wellness, please contact Molly Futlz at [email protected] or 827-2452.

Massage Therapy available by appointment on

Fridays & Saturdays

9:00 am—2:00 pm Call 827-2452 to schedule an appointment.

Burcham Residents . . .

4th

Friday of the Month is Friendly Friday . . .

December 28

Wear Your T-Shirts With Your Favorite Logos.

Nov. Winner = Linda Nelson (left)

Ballroom Dancing Page 11 Page 7 Volunteers Page 13 BURCHAM BEACON

Beauty Shop Gift Certificates

New Ladies Burcham Gear Color Selection Available for Purchase! New Ladies Burcham Hills’ gear is here! Keep warm and cozy in these stylish garments while proudly display-

ing the Burcham Hills logo! The Foundation at Burcham Hills has expanded its color selection of ladies’ fleece

vests and jackets. In addition, these items may also be purchased in the original black and gray. This quality

clothing is professionally embroidered with the Burcham Hills logo and is available for purchase to everyone! If

interested in making a purchase, please contact Lesa Smith in the Foundation Office located at the end of C Hall

in the CHR or by phone/e-mail at (517) 827-2924 or [email protected]. Payment may be made by

check or credit card..

Pricing:

Vest (Men’s or Ladies) Jacket (Men’s or Ladies)

$34 size XS, Med, LG, XL $38 size XS, Med, LG, XL

$35 size 2X $39 size 2X



Page 11 Page 7 Page 14 The Foundation at Burcham Hills Dec 2018

News from The Foundation at Burcham Hills By Lesa Smith, Foundation Director

Donor Establishes Educational Award for Burcham Hills Employees

The Foundation at Burcham Hills is pleased to introduce the establishment of a new annual award

for Burcham Hills employees interested in studying for education degrees or professional certifications. Au-

thored and funded by a generous gift from Carol Giacoletto, The Carol Giacoletto Education Award supports

current Burcham Hills employees who have an interest in furthering their education in a field associated with

operating a senior living and/or elder healthcare community including nursing, human resource management,

social work, finance, maintenance, IT, hospitality, etc.

About the Carol Giacoletto Education Award

The Carol Giacoletto Education Award will support full-time or part-time current employees of Burcham Hills

who have an interest in obtaining a degree or certification in any area of interest related to operating a senior liv-

ing and/or elder healthcare community. “I strongly believe in the value of education and educational experienc-

es,” said Ms. Giacoletto, “Through the establishment of this Award, I wish to encourage Burcham Hills employ-

ees to further their educational experience and support ongoing career advancement which might not otherwise

be possible due to financial constraints.” Ms. Giacoletto also supports Burcham Hills as a valued member of the

Burcham Hills Foundation Board of Directors.

Award recipients may apply to renew the Award after initial receipt, contingent upon his/her demonstrated satis-

factory academic progress and future availability of funding. Recipients of the Award will:

• be full-time or part-time current employees of Burcham Hills for a minimum of one (1) year continuous em-

ployment;

• be in good standing as it relates to their Burcham Hills employment;

• have an interest in obtaining a degree or certification an any area of interest related to operating a senior liv-

ing and/or elder healthcare community;

• be expected to achieve a minimum cumulative GPA average of 2.5 or demonstrated successful progress in

their specific program or area of certification study; and

• will demonstrate financial need.

The Foundation at Burcham Hills can accept additional charitable gifts to The Carol Giacoletto Education

Award. If you are interested in supporting this important Award, please contact Lesa Smith at (517) 827-2924 or

[email protected].

The Foundation at Burcham Hills is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization allowing your gift to be tax-deductible related to applica-

ble state and federal law. You will receive an acknowledgement receipt for your individual tax purposes.

Ask Questions / Get Answers

Wednesday, December 5, at 1:15 pm in the Private Dining Room.

Speaking Agenda: 1:15-1:30 pm Pam Ditri, Executive Director 1:30-1:40 pm Guest Speaker—Lesa Smith, Foundation Director 1:40-1:50 pm Hospitality Services Team 1:50-2:00 pm Recreation

Page 11 Page 7 Page 15 BURCHAM BEACON

In Memory Of We take this time to remember those we loved and have passed away during the month of

November. We express our sincere thoughts and prayers to their families.

Lee Klein ~ November 7 Norma Wing ~ November 13

Mary Boss ~ November 10 Richard Bailey ~ November 15

Beverley Garrison ~ November 16 Jody Mixon ~ November 19

Jennie Mahoney ~ November 23 Mary Joyce Longstaff ~ November 29

Alan Labovitz ~ November 30

Resident Association Employee Holiday Party Friday, December 14, 2-3:00 pm / AWR The Resident Association invites all residents, employees and their families to this

year’s Holiday Party. Each year, the Burcham Hills Resident Association sponsors a

holiday party to honor all employees and to present each with a monetary gift.

The Resident Association is currently taking contributions for the Resident Association Hol-

iday Fund. Contributions to the Fund can be made in the Business Office. If you have al-

ready contributed, it is most appreciated.

From Down the Hill . . . By Sylvia Rundquist, Clusters Board of Directors

As the weather cools, our sprinklers have been shut off, Ice Melt is at our front doors and

the leaves are falling rapidly from the trees. We had an early snowfall this year; however, for some rea-

son, we don’t seem to remember this is a yearly happening and it really isn’t the coldest Fall we’ve ever

had (as some residents believe).

Some condos have already been decorated for the season, and I’m sure others will soon follow. We will

launch the holiday season with our annual holiday dinner in the Ada Whitehouse Room early this month.

This is a lovely event which we enjoy each year.

We wish each and everyone a health and joyous holiday season.

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Remember Stereographs? By Bruce Greenman

Remember as a kid at your grandparent’s house and wondering what to do? One of the

things I always turned to was the family stereograph collection.

Stereographs were an early form of three-dimensional photographs that came out in the

latter part of the nineteenth century. They displayed views of far-away lands and other

images not always available to the general population.

The stereograph was also known as the stereogram, stereopticon or stereo view. Placed on cardboard were

two almost identical photographs, side by side to be viewed with a stereoscope. The result was the 3-D effect

which was an awe-inspiring illusion for anyone during that time.

Burcham Hills has been fortunate to receive a very generous donation of a stereoscope and viewing cards

from Ethel Anthony, art appreciation volunteer. These will be place in the Resident Library for the enjoyment

of everyone in the near future.

Regularly Scheduled Program Descriptions

Bridge If you are interested in playing, see Resident Ellie Miller (room 233) for more information.

Brain Boosters (Sat., 10:30 am/4RC): Come test your knowledge on a variety of subjects using both trivia and

other brain games such as word searches, word scramble puzzles, and cross word puzzles. These are often fo-

cused on a timely topic such as a holiday or based on a theme.

Cooking Class (Thur., 2:30 pm/GLR): We provide the recipe, ingredients and supplies for a new recipe each

week, often focused on the holidays or season each month.

Euchre (Thur., 3:00pm/3CHR): Classic 4-person trick-taking card game.

Farkle (Mon., 1:00 pm; Thur., 2:30 pm; Sat., 3:00 pm/4RC): A classic dice-rolling, risk-taking game. Don’t

know how to play? No worries, we will teach you…it’s easy!

Geographic Explorer Film (Fri., 6:30 pm/4RC): A variety of series are presented with a focus on nature, geog-

raphy and world exploration.

Lecture Series (Mon. & Fri., 10:15 am/4RC): Each week a new lecture from online educational sources will be

presented. Residents select the series they wish to have presented next.

Lifelong Learners (Mon/Thur., 4:00 pm/PDR): This learning experience is provided via videos through Great

Courses. Topics are selected by a committee of residents. Each video series comes with a transcript and guide

books to assist in the learning experience.

Making Strides Walking Group (Thur., 9:30 am/4RC): Recreation staff will accompany residents on a walk

through the community and outdoors. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Staff will adjust the pace of the

walk to meet the needs of those who attend that group.

Manicures (Mon., 3:15 pm/5RC; Fri., 2:30 pm/4RC): Recreation staff will file, buff and even paint your nails.

This is a first come, first served opportunity. If time runs out, we will make every effort to schedule additional

time.

Michigan History Group (Tues., 6:30 pm/PDR): Each week is a new topic focused on our beautiful Mitten

State. Recreation staff presents their findings and residents share stories of their experiences. Residents help pick

the topic for the upcoming week.

Reference a Librarian (Wed., 12:30 pm/2RC Lobby): Annie from the East Lansing Public Library provides

books to loan and will take requests to bring for future visits.

Tech Time with Sarah (Tues., 2:30 pm/4RC): Do you have a question or need help with your tablet, laptop or

cell phone? Sarah will provide one-on-one assistance to teach and assist with your questions.

Travels Through Time (Wed., 9:15 am/4RC): Travel to a different time and place, no ticket necessary. Using

videos, slide shows and historical information, you will feel as though you are traveling through time and experi-

encing the wonders of the world.

Quilting for a Cause (Wed., 10:00 am/2CHR): Residents make quilts to be donated to area organizations in

need. We have all the equipment and can teach anyone interested in being involved.

Wii Bowling (Wed., 1:00 pm/5RC): No heavy balls or rented shoes, come try your skill at the Wii version of a

favorite past time!

Wine & Cheese Social (Every other Wed., 4:00 pm/2RC Lobby): Enjoy wine and cheese selections while

Lucille plays the piano. It is a wonderful social opportunity to gather before dinner.

*Do you have a question about a program or a new program idea?

Contact Alesha Williams at (517) 827-1068 or stop by the Recreation office (1RC).

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Stroke Education and Support Group Wednesday, December 5, 2018 2:30 - 4:00 pm, Private Dining Room

Sparrow Health System and The Center for Health & Rehabilitation at Burcham Hills have partnered to bring a fresh approach in stroke support to the Lansing area. Each meeting will have an educational component followed by support and sharing time. The goal of this group is to provide invaluable infor-mation from experts in various areas to aid those who have suffered from a stroke.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Friday, December 21, 2018 (3rd Friday) 1:30—2:30 pm, Private Dining Room

It’s a family affair. You are not alone in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. This Caregiver Support Group can help. The support group is designed to offer emotional support and provide helpful information on coping with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. The group is facilitated by trained support group professionals. The group is confidential, free and open to the public. Everyone needs support, especially those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease. We hope you can join us each month!

Monthly Music Opportunities

Sing-a-Long w/ Jug & Mug

Sunday, December 9 / 7:00 pm / Ada Whitehouse Room

Piano w/ Lucille Olson

Wednesdays / 4:00-5:00 pm / 2nd floor RC Lobby

Piano w/ Lorrie Dyal

Tuesdays / 10:15-11:00 am / CHR 3rd Floor

Piano w/ Marvin Lyons

2nd & 4th Friday / 4:00-4:30 pm / CHR 3rd Floor

Parkinson’s Disease Dialogue Group Friday, December 14, 2018 (2nd Friday) 3:00 pm, Private Dining Room

Opportunity for residents with Parkinson’s Disease to come together and get acquainted and discuss mutual concerns.

Bible Study (The Peoples Church)* Each Thursday at 3:00 pm / 4RC

Postponed until further notice

Open Bible Study (Non-Denominational)*

Wednesdays, 10:00 am / Burcham Library

Rosary & Communion*

Thursdays, 10:00 am / AWR

Catholic Mass will be November 8

TV Mass (Catholic)

Sundays, 10:00 am / AWR

Episcopal Service (4th Tues)*

Will return in January / 2:00 pm / 5RC-Dhall

Vespers (Non-Denominational)

Sundays, 4:00 pm / AWR

December 2 - Pastor Stan Parker, Faith Fellowship of Lansing

December 9 - Rev. Betsy Aho, The People’s Church

December 16 - Rev. Fred Graham, Eastminster Presbyterian

December 23 - Rev. Fred Fritz, All Saints Episcopal Church

◊ Communion will be offered

December 30 - Rev. Case VanKempen, The People’s Church

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Wednesday MOVIES* 7:00 pm - Showing in the AWR/1RC*

December 5

No Movie due to special programing in AWR.

December 12 - The Holiday (1942) Stuck in a vicious cycle of dead-end relationships with two-timing men, Los Angeles resident Amanda and Londoner Iris decide to swap homes. In the process, their trade paves the way for romances thye never imagined possible. [136 min] Cast: Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black

December 19 - No Movie Showing due to

special programing in AWR.

Saturday MOVIES* 1:30 pm - Showing in the PDR/2RC*

December 1 - Miracle on 34th Street (1947) When Santa falls down drunk in the Thanksgiving Day Pa-rade, reluctant Macy’s supervisor Doris Walker offers the job to a bearded Kris Kringle purporting to be the real Santa! During the Christmas season, he shares a flat with Doris’ neighbor, who has eyes for Doris. Kris hopes to unite the two while winning over Doris’ skeptical 6-year-old daughter [96 min] Cast: Maureen O’Hara, Natalie Wood, Edmund Gwenn

December 8 – A Christmas Carol (1999) Anything but humbug, this adaptation of Charles Dickens’ immortal novel breathes new life into the yuletide tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a skinflint visited by the spirits of Christ-mas past, present and future to help him see the error of his ways. [94 min] Cast: Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant, Joel Grey

December 15 – The Nutcracker (1993)

Showtime moved to 7:00pm This movie version of the timeless yuletide fantasy — produced by George Balanchine — features the New York City Ballet, Angels and Sugarplums Dance, a magic prince conquers all, a dreamy young girl twirls across the stage and a Christmas tree grows sky high in the en-chanting adaptation. [89 min] Cast: Kevin Kline, Jessica Lynn Cohen, Bart Robinson

December 22 - It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) It’s a wonderful film. Frank Capra’s inverted take on A Christ-mas Carol stars Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey, a good man who’s spent a lifetime giving up on his dreams in order to keep life in his small town humming. When a guardian an-gel named Clarence finds a despondent George poised to jump off a bridge, he shows George what life would’ve been like had he never been born. [132 min] Cast: James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore

December 29 - Ocean’s Eleven (1960) Frank Sinatra leads an all-star cast as Danny Ocean, who decides to knock over a few casinos on the Las Vegas Strip with his buddies — including Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford — in one of the merriest heist movies ever. The summit meeting of Sinatra’s “Rat Pack” cronies, this comic caper was filmed on location in Ve-gas during the daylight-hour downtime between the real-life group’s ongoing gig at the Sands Hotel. [127 min]

A Movie Committee selects the movies shown each month, which are based on

resident requests. If you would like to be a part of the committee or

you have a movie to suggest, please contact Maxine Hewett or

someone in the Recreation Therapy Office, 1RC.

*All programing complies with the FHA. Some programs may require support staff, which will need to be arranged with the Personal

Wellness and/or Recreation departments prior to the event.

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December 26 - The African Queen (1951) Charlie Allnut, the booze-guzzling, rough-hewn captain of a broken-down East African riverboat, teams with a straitlaced, iron-willed missionary to take on a menacing German gunboat during World War I. [105 min] Cast: Humphrey Bogart, Katharine Hepburn, Robert Mor-ley

2018 Calendar Movie Spotlight

December Meetings

10 Res. Assn. Monthly Mtg—1:30 pm / PDR 26 Resident Council—11:00 am / 3 CHR 27 Food & Dining Comm.—1:30 pm / PDR

BINGO

LOCATIONS

Saturdays 10:30 am 2CHR

Sundays 2:30 pm 2CHR

Fridays 2:30 pm 3RC &

3CHR


Recreation Team

Alesha Williams, CTRS

Recreation Manager

Ext. 417 or 827-1068

Resident Center

Ext. 277 or 827-1061 Sarah Schimm

RC Recreation Assistant

Evonne White

MC Recreation Assistant

Center for Health & Rehab

Ext. 277 or 827-1061

Taylor Bosom, CTRS

CHR Recreation Therapist

Maegan Anderson, CTRS

2&3CHR Recreation Therapist

Eldon Wood

2&3CHR Recreation Lead

Chelsea Cole

2&3CHR Recreation Assistant

Volunteers & Events

Ext. 435 or 332-5227 Kimber Lucius

Events & Volunteer Planning

Wellness Team

Ext. 420 or 827-2452

Elizabeth Pahl, BA

Wellness Supervisor

Molly Fultz, BS

Fitness Specialist

Kirsty Bullis, BS

Fitness Specialist

Alicia Feldpausch

Massage Therapist

Transportation

Ext. 267 Ben Long

Manager—ext. 292

Dave Alward / Terry Lickman

Drivers

January Upcoming Events

16 Evening Entertainment w/ Paul & The Marimba 22 Chili Cookoff 24 Frankenmuth Snowfest

Welcome New Residents! #231 Patricia Rice

December Highlights 1 Thursday Night Special: Marvin, Monty & Sarah 2 MSU Holiday Carols with Jacob Wells Group 3 Men of Orpheus Performance 4 English Inn Community Outing 4 Meridian Community Band Performance 5 New Horizons Band Performance 5 Stroke Education & Support Group 5 DeWitt Community Band Concert 6 Gift Wrapping 8 Piano Recital with Miho Segal 9 Burcham Sings! Chorus Concert 9 Jug & Mug Sing-a-Long 10 Holiday Market 11 Primetime Strummers Holiday Performance 11 Arts Chorale Holiday Concert Outing 12 Men’s Event: Holiday Breakfast 12 Gingerbread Decorating Event 13 Holiday Music Performance with Marvin, Monty, & Sarah 13 Gift Wrapping 13 Thursday Night Special: Jay Hill 14 Parkinson’s Disease Dialogue Group 14 Christmas Concert w/ Eastminster Church 15 Piano Recital w/ Joan W. & Students 16 Christmas Songs with University Reform Church 17 Big House Book Club 18 RC Christmas Party w/ Ricky & Nikki 19 Music Performance with Sweet Adelines 20 CHR Christmas Party w/ Ricky & Nikki 21 Preuss Pets Animal Encounter 26 Lansing Matinee Musicale 31 New Year’s Eve Social

December Birthdays 3 Harold Weaver 4 Geneva Wray 5 Marjorie Mohrhardt 5 Judith Langdon 6 Thomas Lawrence 7 Joan Cruse 8 Barbara Bradford 9 Suzanne Byers 9 Kenneth Parr

13 Mary Reis 15 Clarence Suelter 15 Jerry Koupal 21 Mary Ann Ross 22 Audrey Wilson 23 Richard Garmyn 24 Marjorie Durkee 24 James Clarke 25 Jean Porter 25 Carroll Trail 25 Dorothy Wenger 25 Rose Baker 29 Evelyn Jones

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