Foundation House Times August 2019

The history of Japanese in Seattle goes back to just before the turn of the century. Many immigrants who settled in the Seattle area were accustomed to laboring on the railroads, in sawmills, and canneries. Some folks ventured out into other industries, such as farming and business ownership as well. At the time, there were certainly challenges to being Japanese in Seattle - Seattle was deeply segregated and racial tensions were already high due to ongoing labor disputes. Despite this, a Japanese business center Nihonmachi (Japantown) developed south of downtown Seattle, where many immigrants and their families had settled. Life changed quickly for Japanese folks after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on February 19, 1942, and the or-dering of one of the most controversial policies in our nation’s history: Executive Order 9066 (signed and is-sued by Franklin D. Roosevelt), requiring the internment and relocation of over 100,000 Japanese Americans primarily from the West Coast to 10 different camps. The majority of Washington residents were relocated to the Minidoka Relocation Center in Idaho. Foundation House resident Kenji O.’s father immigrated to the US in 1898. In traditional Japanese culture, the oldest son typically inherited the family’s property, so the other sons might branch out on their own and/or try to marry into another family. Kenji’s father was the sixth or seventh child in his family and decided to leave Japan, like most, seeking out new life and opportunity. It was important to Kenji’s father to be recognized as American, but he struggled at times reconciling his American identity. He was fiercely determined though, and enrolled in school at the age of 21 to learn English, continuing that education throughout most of his life. His English became so proficient that he was made foreman at his job working on the railroad. The family lived on the railroad yard for a number of years, separated from the local Japanese community. When Martha O.’s father immigrated in 1912, there was a restrictive immigration law that only permitted de-pendents of current Japanese American citizens to immigrate to the US. So, Martha’s uncle declared her fa-ther as his son on his paperwork. It seems that after he immigrated, Martha’s dad did not face as much strug-gle for a sense of acceptance/identity. Martha’s family lived and grew in the Japanese American community where her father was very well known, owned a hotel, and a fishing store. Also, the immigration laws and atti-tudes were starting to change, impacting the sociopolitical culture of the city and people around them. The internment order had a profound impact on many families, including Kenji’s and Martha’s. In 1942, after hearing about the relocation order, Kenji’s father died of a sudden heart attack. Martha’s father was fortunate enough to be placed as a camp firefighter, meaning he had access to a truck and was allowed to leave the camp boundaries. He was a fisherman and kept a fishing pole in his truck, bringing his catches back to share. Even though those are good memories, Martha and Kenji are mindful that not all experiences at camp could be so positive.

As it goes for many folks, our relationship with ourselves and our ethnic identities are prone to change over

time. Kenji spoke candidly about how playing golf has become about being a bit of an ambassador for Japa-

nese Americans out on the course, raising awareness and responding to misconceptions about Japanese peo-

ple and culture on a personal level. These kinds of dialogues are so important for the health of our communi-

ty, and we are so lucky to have Martha and Kenji as a part of ours.

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A YEAR OF MULTICULTURAL APPRECIATION: JAPAN

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August Birthdays

Residents Barbara L. 8/3 Sharon G. 8/7 Myrna L. 8/8 Ken D. 8/9 Mercia T. 8/10 Mary K. 8/13 Shirley P. 8/14 Myrtle B. 8/18 Bill L. 8/18 Virginia M. 8/18 Clarice W. 8/18 Norlin H. 8/20 Maureen E. 8/21 Dolores T. 8/23

Employees Angel F. 8/2 Selam H. 8/8 Rosa H. 8/30 Fatuma K. 8/31

Giving Winner The winner this month is the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Shoreline, WA. This is the home church of Pastor Tom Ruhlman, who has lead our monthly Church Services for the past couple of years. Tom works to cultivate a warm, welcoming environment to worship. Thanks for all you do for our community!

Out to Breakfast at Porkchop & Co. Tuesday, August 27th at 8:30 am

Porkchop & Co. is a New American restaurant located in Ballard. They make casual and creative food using sea-sonal, locally sourced ingredients. Most else is made in house: they smoke, cure, pickle, and preserve everything utilizing both traditional and contemporary techniques. There is no cost to join us, though you will be responsible for your meal. Please sign up at the Activity Table.

Blue Angels Thursday, August 1st at 1:45 pm

Seafair is a Seattle area festival that centers around the Torchlight Parade, hydroplane races (competing for the Seafair Cup), and the US Navy’s flight demon-stration squadron, the “Blue Angels”. The Blue An-gels and their aerobatic demonstrations have been an annual Seafair tradition in Seattle since 1972. They will be practicing on Thursday, and we will find a nice spot to situate and watch them from. There is no cost for this trip. Sign up at the Activity Table.

Northwest Nikkei Museum and Lunch Friday, August 9th at 10:30 am

The NW Nikkei Museum is a program of the Japa-nese Cultural and Community Center of Washington, located in Rainier Valley. Starting out as a Japanese language school, the center has always served to teach and connect the community to Japanese cul-ture. Afterwards, we will have Japanese food for lunch at Kisaku in Tangletown. There is no cost for the tour, but you are responsible for your meal. Tour is walker accessible. Please sign up!

Taproot Theatre: Bright Star Saturday, August 17th at 1:30 pm

Music, book, and story by Steve Martin. Under a serene North Carolina sunset, a simple summer romance blos-soms into true love. When Alice and Jimmy Ray’s parents forbid their union, the young couple are propelled into a daring future. Inspired by a true story. Please note that we have tickets reserved in the balcony. If you need a seat on the main floor, please let us know ASAP. Cost is $32. RSVP and $ to Activities by Tuesday, August 7th. Sign up at the Activity Table.

All Residents Tuesdays, August 6th and 20th at 11:30 am—meet in the Lobby, bus leaves for Carkeek Park. Please sign up at the Activity Table.

Assisted Living Residents Thursdays, August 15th and 29th at 12:00 pm—in the Dining Room.

Refer A Friend Do you have a friend who might be looking into retire-ment living? Think about sharing this community with them! For the month of August, we are offering a $1,000 rent credit for suc-cessful referrals (the credit will be applied to your statements after 60 days). Please direct questions to Lynn.

Movies (see calendar for dates) Apollo 11 (Rated G, 93 min): A look at the Apollo 11 mission to land on the moon led by commander Neil Armstrong and pilots Buzz Aldrin and Michael Col-lins. Rocketman (Rated R for language, 121 min): Starring Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden. This one of a kind musical biopic embarks on the spectacular journey of Elton John in his rise to fame.

AUGUST OUTINGS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Steve’s Picnics

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Book Club August: The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware September: Clock Dance by Anne Tyler Pick up your cop-ies at the Mobile Library!

Margie and Rick Jordan “Cowboy Serenade” Thursday, August 8th at 1:00 pm

Hailing from Sioux Falls, South Dakota—Margie plays the violin, Rick plays the guitar, and they promise a toe-tappin’ good time. They sing, play, yodel, and whistle the music of Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, The Sons of the Pioneers, etc. Please join us in the Activity Room.

Dulcimer Jam Session Tuesday, August 13th at 3:00 pm

We have been so fortunate to have had these Dulci-mer Jam Sessions at Foundation House for the last few months! However, this is the last month this dulcimer group will be here. Join us for a farewell jam in the Activity Room.

End of Life Washington Wednesday, August 28th at 11:00 am

Join Robb Miller from End of Life Washington who will discuss advanced planning and end of life op-tions inclusive of the Death with Dignity Act. Robb is the former Executive Director of End of Life Wash-ington, and I am told he is a very experienced and popular speaker. Join us in the Activity Room.

Stars and Stripes Cabaret Friday, August 2nd at 2:00 pm

This is another show from Singing for Seniors, the musical theatre performance group. This musical show-case celebrates our country and those who have served! You’ll hear songs from their featured musical, in-cluding, “You’re a Grand Old Flag!” Get out the flag, trumpets, and the red, white and blue as this performer honors America the Beautiful. Join us in the Activity Room.

Walker Clinic Wednesday, August 14th at 10:30 am

Brakes need to be tightened? Question about your walker? Doug, technician from Access Medical Equipment (on Aurora), will be back this month to service your walkers and wheelchairs! He is familiar with most major brands and manufacturers, includ-ing: Drive, Nova, and Evolution. The complimentary service includes diagnostics and basic tune-ups/repairs. Join us in the Activity Room.

Strum Ukulele Band Tuesday, August 27th at 4:30 pm

Strum Ukulele Band is back and will be joining us, alongside our End of Summer BBQ! They will be casually set up playing in the South Lobby from 4:30-6:00 pm for you to enjoy as you come through before or after dinner.

PERFORMANCES, CLASSES & PRESENTATIONS

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Hand Chime Group

Leann Onishi is starting a hand chime group here at Foundation House in August, to meet six times. The group will learn and play songs together. Basic understanding of music is preferred. If you would like more information, please talk to Activi-ties. The group will meet in the Ac-tivity Room.

Hand Chime Group is scheduled for: -Tuesdays, August: 6th, 13th, and 27th at 2:00 pm -Thursdays, August: 8th, 15th, and 22nd at 2:00 pm

AUGUST OUTINGS (cont.)

Rattlesnake Lake Friday, August 30th at 9:00 am

We are taking a day trip to Rattlesnake Lake. We will plan some light snacks and refreshments for you. You may walk as little or as much as you would like. There is a paved path that runs along the eastern bank of Rattlesnake Lake. We will park right next to the award-winning Cedar River Watershed Education Center, which supplies water to the Seattle area. There is no cost for this trip. Please sign up at the Activity Table.

Ian Dobson Wednesday, August 28th at 1:00 pm

Ian is a Seattle area performer, composer/sound engi-neer, and teacher in world music, jazz, and percussion. His passion for music is apparent and he enjoys playing a wide variety of musical styles. Amongst other instru-ments he plays the steel drums and will be here to teach us a little bit about them. Join us in the Activity Room.

FHN Staff

Executive Director Pamela Williams

Personal Care Director Patricia Sharp

Director of Dietary Services

Steve George

Director of Maintenance Matt Morgan

Community Relations Director

Lynn Creasy

Activity Director Shayna Wong

Need a Ride?

If you schedule your doc-tor’s appointments on a Wednesday or Thursday and it is in the area be-tween the ship canal and 185th in Shoreline, bring your appointment infor-mation and fill out a ride request slip at the Front Desk. Call/stop by the Front Desk for more in-formation.

Foundation House Hair Salon

FHN’s hair salon serves residents, their families, and friends. Our wonder-ful stylist is Carolee Sepe. Please call (206) 200-6491 to make an ap-pointment. Check with the Front Desk or see the hours posted outside the salon for her schedule.

Check out the changes to the Foundation House at Northgate website!

www.foundationhouseng.com

Or, find us on Facebook facebook.com/FoundationHouseNG

Reflection by: Lynn Creasy

On July 11th, four FHN staff members were invited and sponsored by Norma B. to participate in the 2nd Annual mini-Golf Tournament put on by Foss Home & Village. At Interbay Golf Center, Shayna, Jenica, Chloe and Lynn had a blast putt-ing the golf balls around the mini 18 hole course and won an award for the highest score! Thanks Norma B. for your past work with Foss and continuing to support your community!

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FOSS HOME & VILLAGE GOLF TOURNAMENT

Thank you to all who answered my request for names of books you have en-joyed. It is great to “share the wealth and pleasure” with others. The green folder in the library still accepts more entries. Check it out for ideas and keep adding new titles.

The FH book club is another source for sharing the love of books. August’s book is “The Death of Mrs. Westaway” by Ruth Ware. Jenica will have extra cop-ies for you.

Keep on reading, enjoying, and sharing.

Donadagohvi!

ANONYMOUSE

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Doctor Day

9:00-12:00 Foot Care (2F) 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:00 Catholic Mass (DR) 10:30 Trip to Bartell’s (L) 11:00 Quilting Group (CR) 1:00 Knitting Group (PD) 1:45 Blue Angels (L) 6:30 Movie Club (AR)

9:30 Exercise (AR) 9:30 Mahjong (CR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Park Walk (Magnuson Park) (AR) 1:00 Talk to the Chef (DR)1:00 Pokeno (PD) 2:00 Stars and Stripes Cab-aret (AR) 3:00 A/L Tea Time (AR)

10:00 Exercise (video) (AR) 10:00 A/L Exercise (video) (2DR) 10:30 Coffee Social (L) 11:00 Games Galore (AR) 1:00 Bingo w/ Carolee (AR)

1:00 Hand & Foot (CR) 1:30 Movie (Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants) (AR)

9:15 Mobile Library (L) 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Trip to Safeway (L) 11:00 Trip to QFC (L) 1:00 Errands/Mall Trip (L) 2:30 Sing! w/Miriam (AR) 3:30 A/L Manicures & Hand Care (2DR) 6:30 Movie (Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants) (AR)

1:30-4:30 Foot Care (2F) 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Rummikub (AR) 11:30 Steve’s Picnic (L) 2:00 Play Hand Chimes (AR) 3:00 Current Events w/ Jacob Bolotin (AR)

Doctor Day 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Movie & Popcorn (Rocketman) (AR) 12:30 Scrabble (CR) 1:00 Pokeno (PD) 1:30 Church Service w/ Pastor Tom Ruhlman (AR) 3:30 Social Hour (AR)

Doctor Day 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:00 Catholic Communion (DR) 10:30 Trip to Dollar Tree (L) 11:00 Quilting Group (CR) 1:00 Knitting Group (PD) 1:00 Music w/ Margie and Rick Jordan (AR) 2:00 Play Hand Chimes (AR) 3:00 A/L Tea Time (2DR) 6:30 Movie Club (AR)

9:30 Exercise AR)

9:30 Mahjong (CR)

10:00 Coffee Social (AR)

10:30 NW Nikkei Museum Tour and Lunch (L)

1:00 Talk to the Chef (DR)

2:00 Let’s Talk (PD)

3:00 Trivia (AR)

10:00 Exercise (video) (AR) 10:00 A/L Exercise (video) (2DR) 10:30 Coffee Social (L) 11:00 Games Galore (AR) 12:30 Bingo w/ Carolee (AR)

1:00 Hand & Foot (CR) 1:30 Movie (Music and Lyrics) (AR)

9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Trip to Safeway (L) 11:00 Trip to QFC (L) 1:00 Themes in Philosophy w/ David Smith (AR) 2:30 Sing! w/ Miriam (AR) 3:30 A/L Manicures & Hand Care (2DR) 6:30 Movie (Music and Lyr-ics) (AR)

9:00 Casino (Angel of the Winds) (L) 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Rummikub (AR) 1:00 Errands/Mall Trip (L)2:00 Play Hand Chimes (AR) 3:00 Dulcimer Jam Session (AR)

Doctor Day

9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Free Walker Clinic w/ Access Medical (AR) 12:30 Scrabble (CR) 1:00 Pokeno (PD) 2:00 Music w/ Angie Louise (AR) 3:30 Social Hour (AR)

Doctor Day 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:00 Catholic Communion (DR) 10:30 Trip to Trader Joe’s (L) 11:00 Quilting Group (CR) 12:00 A/L Picnic (DR) 1:00 Knitting Group (PD) 1:00 Ice Cream Social (P) 2:00 Play Hand Chimes (AR) 3:00 Van Ride (L) 6:30 Movie Club (AR)

9:30 Exercise (AR) 9:30 Mahjong (CR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Park Walk (Richmond Beach) (L) 11:30 - 1:00 Free Lunch (DR) 1:00 Talk to the Chef (DR) 1:30 Trivia (AR) 3:00 Bingo (AR)

10:00 Exercise (video) (AR) 10:00 A/L Exercise (video) (2DR) 10:30 Coffee Social (L) 11:00 Games Galore (AR) 1:30 Taproot Theatre: Bright Star (L)

1:00 Hand & Foot (CR) 1:30 Movie (Mary Pop-pins Returns) (AR)

9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Trip to Safeway (L) 11:00 Trip to QFC (L) 1:00 Errands/Mall Trip (L) 2:30 Sing! w/Miriam (AR) 3:30 A/L Manicures & Hand Care (2DR) 6:30 Movie (Mary Poppins Returns) (AR)

9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR)10:30 Rummikub (AR)11:30 Steve’s Picnic (L)2:00 Birthday Party w/ Richard Dean (AR) 3:15 Van Ride (Lake Forest Park) (L)

NOTE: No doctors rides after 12:00 pm

9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Trip to Fred Meyer (L) 12:30 Scrabble (CR) 1:00 Pokeno (PD) 2:00 Music w/ Jerry Zim-merman (L) 3:30 Social Hour (AR)

Doctor Day 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:00 Catholic Communion (DR) 10:30 Travel Virtually to Ja-pan! (AR) 11:00 Quilting Group (CR) 1:00 Knitting Group (PD) 1:00 Ice Cream Social (P) 2:00 Play Hand Chimes (AR) 3:00 A/L Tea Time (2DR) 6:30 Movie Club (AR)

9:30 Exercise (AR) 9:30 Mahjong (CR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Movie & Popcorn (Apollo 11) (AR) 1:00 Talk to the Chef (DR) 1:30 Trivia (AR) 3:00 Current Events w/ Jacob Bolotin (AR)

10:00 Exercise (video) (AR) 10:00 A/L Exercise (video) (2DR) 10:30 Coffee Social (L) 11:00 Games Galore (AR) 2:00 Bingo w/ Carolee (AR)

1:00 Hand & Foot (CR) 1:30 Movie (The Great Hack) (AR)

9:15 Mobile Library (L) 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Trip to Safeway (L) 11:00 Trip to QFC (L) 1:00 Themes in Philosophy w/ David Smith (AR) 2:30 Sing! w/Miriam (AR) 3:30 A/L Manicures & Hand Care (2DR) 6:30 Movie (The Great Hack) (AR)

8:30 Breakfast at Porkchop & Co. (L) 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:30 Rummikub (AR) 1:00 Errands/Mall Trip (L)2:00 Let’s Talk (PD) 2:00 Play Hand Chimes (AR) 4:00-6:00 End of Summer BBQ (DR) 4:30 Strum Ukulele Band (L)

Doctor Day 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 11:00 End of Life Washington Presentation (AR) 12:30 Scrabble (CR) 1:00 Steel Drum Music & Demonstration w/ Ian Dob-son (AR) 2:30 Book Club (Death of Mrs. Westaway) (PD) 3:30 Social Hour (AR)

Doctor Day 9:30 Exercise (AR) 10:00 Coffee Social (AR) 10:00 Catholic Communion (DR) 11:00 Quilting Group (CR) 11:00 Music w/ Sid Law (AR) 12:00 A/L Picnic (DR) 1:00 Knitting Group (PD) 1:00 Ice Cream Social (P) 1:30 Trivia (AR) 3:00 Pokeno (AR) 6:30 Movie Club (AR)

9:00 Day at Rattlesnake Lake (L) 9:30 Exercise (video) (AR)9:30 Mahjong (CR) 10:00 Coffee Social (L) 10:00 A/L Exercise (video) (2DR)1:00 Talk to the Chef (DR)1:30 Van Ride (AR) 3:00 Bingo (AR)

10:00 Exercise (video) (AR) 10:00 A/L Exercise (video) (2DR) 10:30 Coffee Social (L) 11:00 Games Galore (AR)

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