Touchmark at All Saints - November 2013 Newsletter

EVENT{FULL}Monthly updates from your {FULL} Life community

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Celebrating Active Aging Week

Everyone enjoyed a week packed with fun, educational activities, including (from top left) Sangria Sunday at Strawbale Winery, a visit to Good Earth State Park at Blood Run, a private tour of the State Theater’s recent renovations, a meet-and-greet with Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether, and more.

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Recent highlightsThe images of the 9-11 attacks on America will never fade from the minds of most Americans. But for Maj. Gen. Lynn Hartsell (far left) and his wife, Lt. Col. Janet Jones-Hartsell (center), who were stationed in the Pentagon at the time of the attacks, the events changed their lives forever, said the couple during a presentation at the community. Resident Gail Kristensen also shared his memories from that day. Gail lived near the Washington, D.C., area and was presenting at a Federal Aviation Administration workshop in a hotel near the Pentagon on Sept. 11. Several media outlets, including the Argus Leader, covered the presentation.

A popular tradition returned! Residents and team members modeled outfits by Go Casual at the Fall Style Show & Luncheon.

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Home for the holidays

Imagine a lifestyle free of cleaning, cooking, and winter driving. Plus, you’ll have more time for hobbies, friends—and holidays celebrations! Call or stop by today for a tour.

Featured: Apt. 343 Offering: 1,078 square feet, one bedroom, one bath-room, and vaulted ceilings

Contact a Full Life team member for additional details, including registration, transportation information, and participation requirements.

Friday, Nov. 1, 10 am All Saints Day Service & Candle Lighting in recognition of National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Honoring those we lost during the past year; lighting a candle in memory. All Saints Chapel. RSVP by Oct. 31.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:30 pm The Journey. In recognition of National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Families share experiences of living with loved ones who have dementia. RSVP by Nov. 3.

Sunday, Nov. 10, 2 pm Classical Guitar Recital. All Saints Chapel.

Monday, Nov. 11, noon Veteran’s Day Luncheon. Please RSVP. Imperial Dining Room. RSVP by Nov. 8.

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Making Touchmark Home: Tour of Homes. Residents are opening their doors and sharing how they made Touchmark their home. RSVP by Nov. 18.

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1:45 pm Sioux Falls Christian Praise Group. All Saints Chapel.

Thursday, Nov. 28, 11 am and 1 pm Thanksgiving Buffet. Cost: $15. Please RSVP by Nov. 25. Imperial Dining Room.

See the full calendar of events online: TouchmarkSiouxFalls.com/pdf/community-event-calendar.pdf

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Tongue twisters! For an added challenge, try memorizing and saying the twister out loud.

Betty Botter had some butter. “But,” she said, “this butter’s

bitter.”

If I bake this bitter butter, it would make my batter

bitter.

But a bit of better butter—that would make my batter

better.

So she bought a bit of butter,better than her bitter butter,

and she baked it in her batter, and the batter was not bitter.

So ‘twas better Betty Botterbought a bit of better butter.

BRAIN BUILDERS

W.I.C.

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Waterford at All Saints111 W 17th Street | Sioux Falls, SD 57104 | 605-335-1117 | 800-713-1117 | WaterfordSiouxFalls.com

WAS099, Rev. 07/08, © 2008 Touchmark Living Centers, Inc., all rights reserved

1,078 sq. ft.1 Bedroom | Den | 1 Bath

HomesRetirement CommunityFor illustration purposes only. Square footage, actual room sizes, and features may vary. See construction documents.

The Edison Middle School students are featuring their artwork in the community’s bistro. This month’s artwork is from the school’s Media Exploration class.

Featured artwork

TOUCHMARK AT ALL SAINTS111 W 17th Street • Sioux Falls, SD 57104

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MargeCoalman, EdDVice Presidentof Wellness &Programs

I live, because I’m happy “I sing because I’m happy …” – Ci vilia Durfee Martin

Last month, this column focused on the happiness research, which is a bit startling and constantly changing. This month, the focus is on what works to make people feel empowered, engaged, and free from as many health/mental/environmental constraints as possible.

Aging brings its own complications—less muscle, reduced energy quotient, elevated (or lowered) blood pressure, financial worries about resources to care for one self and/or spouse for as long as needed, loss of friends and family. The data, though, show that many people are living long and well—even into their 100s. How can that be?

Interestingly, the simple answer is “thankfulness.” We focus a lot on the word thankful during this season. One can be thankful in

private, but that is only part of the formula for a good quality of life. Thankfulness accelerated by good works and generosity is the key component to the wellness prescription.

Even individuals who are physically impaired or cognitively challenged set themselves apart by being part of the solution to the unmet needs of others. The expanded vision of others and good works can empower people who cannot volunteer in traditional ways.

Touchmark believes in philanthropy. The Touchmark Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity formed by Touchmark in 2002. Its mission is “to enhance the well-being of seniors.” The foundation is dedicated to providing programs to help ensure that seniors have what is necessary to make their lives comfortable, satisfying, and engaging. At this time of year, food boxes are given out at each Touchmark community to help families in need.

To be part of Touchmark’s Community Partners and Volunteer efforts, contact a member of the Full Life team. Thank you for caring and sharing.

Picturing fall

Resident Caroline Deinema snapped this photo while walking with her dog, Ollie, on the Touchmark grounds.

Remember your flu shotIn addition to getting a flu vaccine, check out the CDC’s website for more helpful information. www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/flu-season-2013-2014.htm. Pictured is an appreciation certificate from the CDC for supporting the National Influenza Vaccination Campaign of 2012 to 2013.