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NIKKEI SENIOR GARDENS

Issue 61

Around the Garden

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Page 1

A story of George Ishii

Page 2-3

Garden News & Views

Nurse’s Notes

Oya Koko Foundation

Page 4-5

Upcoming Outings

Nikkei Village Moments

Page 6-7

Calendar of Activities

Page 8-9

Special Events

Announcements

Volunteers & Donations

Page 10

NSG Team News

Page 11

Word Search Puzzle

Garden Giggles

Page 12

Japanese Trivia

March

“I have an everyday religion that works for me. Love

yourself first, and everything else falls into line.

~Lucille Ball

Quote of the Month

March 2014

I was born in Talbert, California (now Fountain Valley) on December 1916 in a small house that could not have been 20 feet square, that was the winter that the Santa Ana River flooded the area of this house, and according to Mom and Dad they had to carry on foot my sister, Mary and myself thru the water to Uncle’s house that was on higher ground. That same year we moved to Santa Fe Springs, where Dad farmed. Brother Frank and sister Lily were born while we

lived here. One thing I remember while living here was the first vehicle that Dad bought, I think it was a Chevy flat bed truck.

I started school when I was 5 years old (first grade) and we had to walk about two miles. In that same year we moved to Five Points in Norwalk and we had to change schools. When I went to class I was relieved to find someone that I had met at the Santa Fe Springs house (Walter De Bux-ton). We were in the same class until my junior year in high school. He was killed in the 1933 earthquake at the school.

The years between about the 3rd grade and the second year in high school passed without much memory of what happened. In high school I played football, basket-ball and track, competing in the “C” and “B” class teams.

You can read more about George’s life story in the Game Area.

The Nikkei Senior Gardens family would love to know your life story. To share

your history, please contact Desiree Norihiro, Director of Life Enrichment at

(818) 899-1000 or [email protected].

……..

A story of

George Ishii

Written by: George Ishii

Nikkei Senior Gardens

Garden News ...and Views

Celebrated February Birthdays

March

Birthdays

1—Stanley Y.

9—Miyo M.

25—Fumiko S.

29—Tomiye Y.

30—Seiichi O.

Please help us welcome Pontip and Yori to our com-munity by saying “Hello” or

Konnichiwa”!

Our Newest Residents!

Nurse’s

Notes

By: Marissa Fontanilla

Studies Connect Socializing with

Quality of Life

Social interaction may be as vital as physical activity for seniors, recent studies have revealed an increasingly stronger link between social interaction and mental & physical well-being for seniors. It’s indicated that an active social lifestyle is important in helping seniors maintain a sharp mind by being connected to the world around them, increase feelings of happiness, and develop a sense of belonging. Various studies have shown that socializing can produce the following positive effects:

I. Improved mental health: Approximately 7 million people over the age of 65 experience symptoms of depression and it is estimated that dementia touches 1 in 7 Americans over the age of 71.

II. Improved nutrition: {roper nutrition is vital for seniors, but healthy habits are difficult to maintain when living alone. “Approximately 35% of elderly people suffer from mal-nutrition,” said Marie-Jeanne Kergoat, a professor at the Université de Montréal. Through a study among hospitalized seniors it was discovered that “patients ate more when social interactions were friendly and lively”.

III. Improved physical health: Multiple studies have also revealed that an active social life can boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, and reduce physical pain that is reinforced by depression.

Social interaction with peers, not just family members and other caregivers is necessary for sufficient socialization. Below are avenues for seniors to stay socially connected:

· Join clubs and groups · Visit senior centers · Stay connected with friends and family · Get a pet · Attend church and special events · Learn new skills. Ex: using the internet.

It is not uncommon for people to resist change and some may need gentle encouragement to get more socially involved. However, the benefits of an active social lifestyle reach well

into the future.

Kiyoko H.

Miyo M.

Pontip W. Yoriko I.

Happy 103rd Birthday, Miyo!!!

On February 22, 2014, along with Miyo and her family, the residents and team members at NSG,

celebrated Miyo Matsushita’s 103rd Birthday!

Shizuko W. Robert T. Toshiro N. Kay T.

Chiye H.

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Issue 61 Page 3

Oya Koko Foundation

Thank you to the following organizations, individuals and families for donating so generously during the

month of February:

Donations to the Sakura Family Tree Project –

$2,500

Seiji, Emi and Kay Kami

Alice Kodama

Donations to the general fund –

$1,000.00

Dr. Ralph and Gail Maeda

Gary and Irene Sumida

Bryce and Rosie Yokomizo

$200.00

Dr. Bo and Iku Sakaguchi

Donations to the expansion of

Harry and Helen Nakada Tomodachi Way –

$2,500

Japanese American Historical Society of Southern California

$2,000

Harry Nakada

$1,500

Alice Kodama

Dr. Shigeo Sumida

Oya Koko Foundation Honored!

Written by: Gail Maeda

The Oya Koko Foundation, Friends of Nikkei Senior Gardens was honored by the Japanese American Historical Society of Southern California Shinnenenkai on Saturday, February 23rd. The luncheon held at the Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Torrance honored seven organizations for their work on behalf of the Japanese American community. Roy Sakamoto, president of the organization presented a

check for $2,500 to foundation president Irene Sumida.

Iku Kiriyama, chair-woman of the Adopt-a-Wish program gave a brief history of the program which began in 1997. The program has provided support every year to diverse projects including Keiro, SFVJACC, and East West Players.

The afternoon culminated with special guest speaker, ABC7 Eyewitness News anchor David Ono presenting the video, “The Unknown Warriors of World War II”. The documentary he produced revealed the role of the 100th and 442nd battalion during the European campaign of World War II.

From left to right: Ron Takasugo—Chairman of the Board of Directors of Nikkei Senior Gardens, David Ono—ABC7 news anchor, Irene Sumida—Oya Koko Foundation President, and Iku Kiriyama—Adopt-a-Wish Chairwoman.


Upcoming Outings

Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 1:00pm

Kinokuniya, Los Angeles, CA

March 12th & 14th, 2014 at 1:30pm

Walmart, Porter Ranch, CA

Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 1:00pm

Marukai, Gardena, CA

Friday, March 28, 2014 at 1:00pm

Nijiya, Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Contemporary Museum of Art,

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Contemporary Museum of Art (LACMA) will be

displaying “The Color of Life: Japanese Paintings from the Price

Collection” Exhibit. This exhibit traveled to three cities in the

Tohoku region of Japan in 2013, featuring masterpieces by

artists, such as, artists as Ito Jakuchu, Nagasawa Rosetsu,

Maruyama Okyo, Suzuki Kiitsu, Sakai Hoitsu, and Kawanabe

Kyosai. The exhibition was a gesture of solidarity and support

for the citizens of the Tohoku region and was greeted with

enormous gratitude and enthusiasm in Japan. Please join us

for a trip to LACMA on Friday, March 21, 2014 at 1:00pm.

Regular Admission: $10 Special NSG Rate: $7

Lake Balboa, Van Nuys, CA

Lake Balboa is located just 20 minutes away from Nikkei

Senior Gardens in Van Nuys, CA. At Lake Balboa there are

over 2,000 Cherry blossom trees that surround the lake and

scattered along the walking paths of the park. We hope you

will join us as we enjoy the age-old tradition of Hanami, picnic

under the cherry blossom trees. If you would like to attend

please place your name on the sign-up sheets located on the

Resident bulletin boards by the designated dates. Please join

us for a trip to Lake Balboa on either March 5th or 7th, 2014

at 11:00am. Admission Fee: NONE

Friday, March 21, 2014 at 1:00pm

LACMA, Los Angeles, CA

Issue 61

Nikkei Village Moments Page 5

YEAR OF THE HORSE Forget-Me-Knot Blankets

Pictured

Right: May

working on a

blanket. Pic-

tured Below:

Sets, Teruko,

& Fumiko

knotting away!

Will you be my valentine?

Mr. & Mrs. Nakamura

Tosh showing his valentine.

Fumiko, Teruko, Marie, Sets, and Hisaye work on

their Valentine craft with Elsy & Margarita’s help.

Sets at Arts & Crafts.

Fumiko & Teruko

Shiz finishing her Year of the Horse craft.

Jane, helping residents at Arts & Crafts.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

7

1 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Watercolor Painting - D 2:30 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

2 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet - D 2:00 Bingo - D 3:00 Cards - D

3 Hinamatsuri 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Origami Hina ningyo” 2:00 Singing - D

4 Doctor Day 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise with Takako-D 10:30 Cooking Class- F 10:30 Bingo - D 2:00 Ladies Tea Time—D 3:30 Wii Bowling - D 6:00 Mah Jong - G

1:30 & 6:30 Movie - T

5 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong—D 11:00 Lunch at

Lake Balboa 2:30 Nickel Bingo—D

6 Doctor Day 8:45 Morning Walk—D

9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Karaoke—D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Visit from College Students of Japan—D

7

7 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:00 Mieko’s Café—F

9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 11:00 Lunch at

Lake Balboa 1:30 Sequence— G 2:30 Nickel Bingo—D

8 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:30 Exercise w/ Vanessa-D 10:30 Puzzles & Sudoku - D 1:00 Skype Seminar—D 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

9 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet - D 1:00 Book Club Meeting– S 2:00 Bingo - D 3:00 Cards - D

10 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Curly Bird” 2:00 Singing - D


12 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo—D 1:30 Outing to Walmart


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Japanese Calligraphy—D 12:30 Resident Birthday Party- D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Hanafuda—D

14 8:45 Morning Walk—D

9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo - D 1:30 Outing to Walmart 1:30 Sequence— G 2:30 Fruit Salad Social—D

15 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie—D 10:30 Puzzles & Sudoku—D 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

16 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet—D 2:00 Bingo —D 3:00 Cards— D

17 St. Patrick’s Day 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 1:00 Trip to Public Library 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Shamrock Boutonnière” 2:30 St. Patrick’s Day Social—D


19 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong - D 10:30 Bingo—D 1:00 Outing to Kinokuniya (Bookstore)


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Karaoke—D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Dominoes: Chicken Foot-D


9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo - D 1:30 Outing to “The Color of Life: Japanese Paintings from the Price Collection” Exhibit. 1:30 Sequence— G

22 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Watercolor Painting - D 1:30 New Resident Welcome Party—S 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

23 /30 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet - D 2:00 Bingo - D 3:00 Cards - D

24/31 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Washi paper beads ” 1:00 Resident & Food Council Meeting—D (3/31/14)

2:00 Singing - D


26 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo—D 1:00 Outing to

Marukai


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Japanese Calligraphy—D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Hanafuda—D

28 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo - D 1:00 Outing to NIJIYA ( Japanese Village Plaza) 1:30 Sequence— G

2:30 Jello Social—D

29 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:00 Garden Time 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

This monthly newsletter can also

be viewed at

www.nikkeiseniorgardens.com

March 2014

ACTIVITY LOCATIONS

D - Dining Hall

S - Solarium

G - Game Room (2nd FL)

F - Family Dining Room

P - Podiatrist Office

B - Beauty Salon

T - Movie Theatre (2nd FL)

CR - Conference Room (Lobby)

New Activities in Blue

**Calendar Events Subject To Change. Please check the Main calendar near the dining room for updates.**

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

7

1 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Watercolor Painting - D 2:30 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

2 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet - D 2:00 Bingo - D 3:00 Cards - D

3 Hinamatsuri 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Origami Hina ningyo” 2:00 Singing - D


1:30 & 6:30 Movie - T

5 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong—D 11:00 Lunch at

Lake Balboa 2:30 Nickel Bingo—D


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Karaoke—D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Visit from College Students of Japan—D

7

7 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:00 Mieko’s Café—F

9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 11:00 Lunch at

Lake Balboa 1:30 Sequence— G 2:30 Nickel Bingo—D

8 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:30 Exercise w/ Vanessa-D 10:30 Puzzles & Sudoku - D 1:00 Skype Seminar—D 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

9 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet - D 1:00 Book Club Meeting– S 2:00 Bingo - D 3:00 Cards - D

10 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Curly Bird” 2:00 Singing - D


12 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo—D 1:30 Outing to Walmart


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Japanese Calligraphy—D 12:30 Resident Birthday Party- D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Hanafuda—D


9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo - D 1:30 Outing to Walmart 1:30 Sequence— G 2:30 Fruit Salad Social—D

15 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie—D 10:30 Puzzles & Sudoku—D 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

16 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet—D 2:00 Bingo —D 3:00 Cards— D

17 St. Patrick’s Day 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 1:00 Trip to Public Library 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Shamrock Boutonnière” 2:30 St. Patrick’s Day Social—D


19 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong - D 10:30 Bingo—D 1:00 Outing to Kinokuniya (Bookstore)


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Karaoke—D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Dominoes: Chicken Foot-D


9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo - D 1:30 Outing to “The Color of Life: Japanese Paintings from the Price Collection” Exhibit. 1:30 Sequence— G

22 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Watercolor Painting - D 1:30 New Resident Welcome Party—S 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

23 /30 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 10:30 Crochet - D 2:00 Bingo - D 3:00 Cards - D

24/31 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Men’s Coffee Hour - S 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Arts & Crafts- D “Washi paper beads ” 1:00 Resident & Food Council Meeting—D (3/31/14)

2:00 Singing - D


26 9:15 Taichi w/Carrie Wong - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo—D 1:00 Outing to

Marukai


9:30 Exercise with Takako—D 10:30 Japanese Calligraphy—D 1:00 Mah Jong - G 2:00 Hanafuda—D

28 8:45 Morning Walk—D 9:00 Let’s Sing & Talk - CR 9:30 Exercise: Chair Yoga - D 10:30 Nickel Bingo - D 1:00 Outing to NIJIYA ( Japanese Village Plaza) 1:30 Sequence— G

2:30 Jello Social—D

29 8:45 Morning Walk– D 9:00 Garden Time 9:30 Exercise w/ Yukie-D 2:00 Blackjack - D 3:00 Poker— D

DAILY MOVIE

At 1:30pm & 6:30pm

Every Day

March 2014

**Calendar Events Subject To Change. Please check the Main calendar near the dining room for updates.**

St. Patrick’s Day

Nikkei Senior Gardens Special Events

Throughout the course of a week, residents engaged in activities in celebration of Valentine’s Day. On Tuesday, February 11th, residents that attended cooking class decorated heart shaped cookies with frosting and valentine’s colored sprinkles. The class was ran by Director of Sales and Marketing, Marc Aronoff and assisted by volunteer Tami Shiotani.

On Valentine’s Day Yukari and Joe graced us with their beautiful voices for the second year in a row. The two sang a mixture of Japanese and American favorites, including, “My Funny Valentine.” At the party, residents were able to enjoy snacks and good company. A few were even lucky to win a prize from our Valentine’s Day Raffle!

We hope you all had a lovely Valentine’s Day!

Valentine’s Day Events

Atsuko & Dolli decorating cookies.

Sue & Hisa working on Valentine cookies. Performer: Yukari Everyone at the Valentine’s Day party!

Superbowl XLVIII Party

VS

Congratulations Seattle Seahawks!

Hisa, Seiichi, and George enjoying

the game.

Residents enjoyed popcorn while

watching the game.

Issue 61 Page 9 Announcements

February Volunteers

Mieko Akima Sam Kanno Yoichi Kimura

Wes Kaihara Gail Maeda Harry Nakada

Toji Hashimoto Kiyoko Kamii Julie Otake

Keiko Roter Emiko Kami Lois Okui

Tami Shiotani Kay Kami Akiko Idian

Debbie Nicklaus Asako Giegoldt Carrie Wong

Hitomi Hashimoto Phil Shigekuni Kumiko Mori

Akiko Bloom Mark Yokomizo Yasuko Jones

Hisano Tilner Aimee Miura John Goka Jr.

Asako Giegoldt Yukari Black & Joe

We Thank You For Your Continuing Generosity and Support!

Donations

Arts & Crafts Supplies Calendars Jig-saw Puzzles

Monetary Donation Bingo Prizes DVD Movies

Volunteers & Donations

St. Patrick’s

Day Social

We hope you will join us for a little fun! Snacks, games, prizes, and don’t forget to

wear GREEN!

Monday, March 17, 2014 2:30pm

Dining Room In the Dining Room

Bring your Doctor’s contact

information to the front desk

&

They will do it for you!

Do you need to

book a Doctor

Appointment?

PODIATRIST

APPOINTMENTS

Available Every 2nd

Tuesday of the Month

Please see Concierge to schedule your appointments today!

To be held on

March 8, 2014

1:00pm

In the Game Area

Miss your friends and family that live far away?

Come learn how you can speak and see them through a computer

at the

SKYPE SEMINAR.

It’s that time of year again, to plant the seedlings for the Resident Gardens.

We need YOUR help!

Please join us on….

Saturday. March 29, 2014

At 9:00am

In the Resident Gardens

If you are interested in lending a helping

hand please contact Desiree Norihiro at

[email protected].

Garden Time

Issue 40

Special Event Page 10 Nikkei Senior Gardens

NSG Team News

Who Am I?.....

My favorite color is Orange.

My favorite food is Asian food, specifically orange chicken.

I am a big fan of ice cream, I could eat it with every meal!

My hobby is archery, running, and scrapbooking.

I wish I could fly like an eagle. They are such free animals.

HINT: I am in Dining Services.

February Answer: Jamie N. February Winners: Mary G., Sue L.

& Chiye H.

Prize: $10 Target Gift Card

Please submit your answer by completing the form below and returning to the front desk by Sunday, March 16th. Starting March 2014 ALL correct submittals will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $20 gift card

to Target! The winner will be announced at the next Resident Counil Meeting held on Monday, March 31st.

CUT ALONG THE LINE

NAME:____________________________________________ APT #:____________

ANSWER:___________________________________________________________________

This portion to be completed by the Concierge ONLY:

Date Submitted :___ /___ /___

Time Submitted: ___________

Around the Community

Bella Lozover Ramirez

Bella Lozover Ramirez joined our Dining Services team

in December of 2011. Besides, cooking wonderful meals

in the kitchen, Bella has also dedicated her time to volun-

teer at arts and crafts, working side-by-side with the life

enrichment team. We are honored to award Bella the

Team Member of the Month award for February 2014, for

exceptional care and services to the residents, families,

and team members of Nikkei Senior Gardens.

Congratulations Bella!


Team Member of the Month

Charlene, Alicia, Aryana & Alva with Yosh N. on

Valentine’s Day!

Word Search Puzzle for March Issue 61

Birds Find and circle all of the words that are hidden in the grid.

The words may be hidden in any direction.

BLACKBIRD

BUDGIE

CANARY

CHICKEN

CRANE

CROW

DODO

DOVE

DUCK

EAGLE

EMU

FALCON

FINCH

FLAMINGO

GOOSE

HAWK

HERON

JAY

MAGPIE

MARTIN

MOCKINGBIRD

MYNA

OSTRICH

OWL

PARAKEET

PARROT

PELICAN

PIGEON

RAVEN

ROBIN

SEAGULL

SPARROW

SWAN

TURKEY

VULTURE

WOODPECKER

WREN

Garden Giggles Did you know?... Yellowstone National Park became the U.S.’s first national

park when it was established by the U.S. Congress & signed into law by President Ulysses S. Grant on March 1, 1872.

Monopoly board game was invented March 7, 1933.

REFER A FRIEND AND RECEIVE $500 OFF A MONTH’S RENT

As a resident of Nikkei Senior Gardens you have the added value of referring friends to

live in your beautiful community with you as their neighbor.

If they decide to join you in living here, you will receive $500 off one month’s rent once they have lived here for two months.

Just think. Relax among your friends. Play cards. Watch a movie or enjoy the resident garden, all with friends that you are familiar with! And we will give you $500 off one month’s rent for each person that you refer that moves to Nikkei Senior Gardens.

NIKKEI SENIOR GARDENS 9221 Arleta Avenue Arleta, CA 91331 Phone: 818 899-1000 Fax: 818 834-5728 www.NikkeiSeniorGardens.com RCFE License #197607606

Solution to Word Search Japanese Trivia

Nikkei Senior Gardens Directors

Michael Motoyasu Executive Director

Marissa Fontanilla Director of Resident Care Services

Marc Aronoff Director of Sales and Marketing

George Romano Director of Environmental Services

Gabriela Perez Director of Business Services

Desiree Norihiro Director of Life Enrichment

Japan has the highest concen-tration of vending machines. It is estimated that there is a total number of more than 5.52 million vending ma-chines in Japan, which would be one vending ma-chine for every twenty-three people! While beverage vend-ing machines are the most common, there is a wide variety of stock held in these machines, such as, ice cream, frozen foods, cigarettes, electronics, alcohol, and even crab! Vending machines are continuing to evolve and becom-ing more innovative around the world.

Documents

Around the Garden - Nikkei Senior Gardensnikkeiseniorgardens.com/news/nsg-mar2014.pdf · Roy Sakamoto, president of the organization presented a check for $2,500 to foundation president