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The Village VoiceA Newsletter Sharing Our Continuum of Care Story
The Villages of San Luis Obispo55 Broad StreetSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Volume 14 | Issue 10 — October 2014
October -- In Support of Family!At The Villages of San Luis Obispo, we offer levels of care to support our residents and families through their journey. Independent and assisted living are offered at our Broad Street Campus, and memory care is offered at the Village at Sydney Creek on Laurel Lane. This month, we join together as family ... and to support our family ... in raising awareness and funds for the Central Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. We thank you in advance for your support!
Alzheimer’s Association Fundraiser LuncheonTuesday, 14th @ noonThe Villages of San Luis Obispo -- The Palms Dining RoomJoin us for our annual Ladies Luncheon! This year, titled The Enchant-ed Garden, it is a fundraiser for The Alzheimer’s Association. Your generous $5 donation will provide you with a beautifully presented meal along with a special presentation by a guest speaker from our sister community, Sydney Creek. All proceeds from the lunch will be donated to support the Alzheimer’s Association.
Alzheimer’s Association Awareness Mixer Thursday, 16th @ 5:00 - 7:00pmThe Village at Sydney Creek Spend cocktail hour with your friends at Sydney Creek for an eve-ning of awareness and celebration. Your $10 requested donation will gain you access to their wine and appetizer lounge, gift shop, and live music. You will also be able to learn more about how you can become involved in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s that is held the following Saturday. Most importantly, all proceeds from the evening will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Retirement Living55 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405The Palms: 805.543.2300The Oaks: 805.543.2342
For More Information:Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300
Assisted Living73 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Administrator: Lea Bogoyevac
License #: 405800467Garden Creek: 805.543.2311
For More Information:Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300
Memory Care1234 Laurel Lane
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Administrator: Julie Trisco
License #: 405800577Sydney Creek: 805.543.2350
For More Information:Julie Trisco —805.543.2350
THE WALK TO END
ALZHEIMER’S!
Saturday, October 18th, 20147:30am @ Laguna Lake ParkSan Luis Obispo
Join The Villages in their support for the Central Coast Alzheimer’s Association, and the “Walk to End Alzheimer’s!”
This year, a 5K run and 3K walk will be offered to participants.
We hope you can join us. Keep in mind that walking, or running, is not necessary! Most importantly, we want your support! The Villages will be pro-viding a hearty breakfast for all Walk/Run attendees starting at 9:30am. Breakfast is included!
For more information, please see your Front Desk staff, or you may contact The Villages Team Captain, Jenny Molinar, @ 543.2350.
*** Villages Campus ResidentsOur Villages bus will depart the campus at 9:00am and return at approximately 10:30am. Please sign up in the activity book.
The Villages of San Luis Obispo
www.villagesofslo.com / www.sydneycreek.com
LISA HULSE: HERE TO SERVE THE VILLAGESBy Jeri O’Neill Smart, friendly, vivacious--those are only a few words that describe Lisa Hulse, new Vice Presi-dent of Operations at The Villages. You can’t help but be drawn to her engaging personality. Claiming to be an authentic “Valley Girl,” because she was born in the San Fernando Valley town of Van Nuys, CA, Lisa’s nothing like the stereotype of a ditzy dame. Growing up, Lisa and her younger brother, Jeremy, were accustomed to having a mother who had a career with Prudential Insur-ance during a time when few women worked outside the home. Several of Lisa’s maternal female rela-tives were employed at Prudential, as well. Lisa knew by junior high that nursing would be her profession. During high school she joined a CNA program and worked for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation, continuing that relationship through college. So that Lisa could go to Mount St. Mary’s College, an all-girls’ Catholic school, and “the best nursing program west of the Mississippi,” her parents generously took out a second mortgage on their home. Lisa’s ultimate goal was to become a pediatric nurse. Lisa was hired by Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, following her graduation, and worked in the bone marrow transplant unit. Although extremely rewarding, it was also emotionally draining, due to the number of young patients who died. After wit-nessing the emotional toll, her husband Hank coaxed Lisa to find another job. For the following seven years, Lisa did home health infusion, which required being on call 24/7. Her territory included desolate rural areas. It was unnerving to respond alone to late-night calls in the middle of nowhere. Due to the daunting combi-nation of unpredictable hours, long commutes, and caring for two small children, Jordan and Amber, Lisa burned out. She took a reprieve for six months to stay at home with her kids. Unaccustomed to being unemployed, she soon got antsy for a new challenge. Lisa’s subsequent job was as a school nurse for a private academy. It was the ideal situation for her family and their bud-get. Her son and daughter were allowed to attend tuition-free. Not only could they commute with Lisa, she was able to visit their classrooms anytime. Sadly, the school eventually was sold and the new owners wouldn’t agree to continue the same perks. Lisa’s next employment provided a hair-raising introduction to eldercare. It all started when she responded to an ad in PennySaver for a nurse at Silverado Senior Living in Calabasas. When she tried to open the front door to go to her interview, it was locked. Mystified, Lisa rang the doorbell. Soon, a well-dressed woman walked out, providing access for Lisa. Suddenly, several staff people appeared and angrily shouted, “Why did you let her out?” To Lisa’s chagrin, she learned that she was in a memory care com-munity and she had innocently allowed a resident to walk away! Even after that harrowing incident, Lisa got the job. (And yes, the errant lady was brought back to safety.) Additionally, Lisa got hooked on working with seniors. Several years later, Lisa was hired by Summerville Senior Living. By now, her theme song should have been Willy Nelson’s, “On The Road Again,” because she travelled to ten California properties to provide medical oversight. She alternated destina-tions -- driving to five communities in Southern California, one week; then flying to five communities in the north, the next. Hank became a single parent when Lisa was away. Naturally, her teenagers tried to use her absences as guilt trip excuses. After Summerville was acquired by Emeritus Senior Living, a large retirement community chain, Lisa applied for the vice president position in that organization and was selected to oversee 75 communities with various levels of care. Although she en-joyed her job, she yearned for a more family oriented and peaceful atmosphere. Recently, Lisa was contacted by a recruiter to see if she’d be interested in the upper management vacancy at The Villages. Several years ago, Lisa and Hank had considered living in Cambria. With the Central Coast beckoning once again, Lisa decided to throw her hat in the ring. Her many years of senior living experience cultivated the required proficiencies needed for this key posi-tion. The smaller company and more tranquil surroundings at The Villages enticed her. It’s also convenient that she’ll be located half-way between her children’s colleges at either end of the state! When asked if she had any thoughts to share, Lisa replied, “In the short time I’ve been here, I’ve been welcomed by won-derful greetings and smiles. I’d like to thank everyone for their warm hospitality and for making me a part of the family. I want all residents to know that I am here to serve The Villages.”
Retirement LivingThe Palms & The Oaks
As we enter the fall season, we begin to set our thoughts towards the beauty of change, as well as a time of Thanksgiving. Within our Life En-richment Department at Sydney Creek, it is our pleasure to express our gratitude to the many people who have given freely of their time and them-selves to make our activities even better and more valuable to our resi-dents. These include volunteer musicians, friends, and families who bring their dogs for visits; family members and local businesses who donate items, their time, and talents to our program; and countless others who grace the doors of Sydney Creek to give back to our community. Indeed, we are truly grateful for each and every one, and we always look forward to having them join us!
Moyo Drum – We are thankful for the recent donation by a family member of a Moyo Drum! The drum is made of steel with a magnificent chime tone and has pentatonic tuning so all the notes go together. No musical ability is needed to play, and it is an excellent sensory tool for use in many therapeu-tic and healing ways! Come join us on the 6th, 16th, & 26th @ 4:00pm, as we participate in this unique experience!
New Musicians - This month, we have several new musicians and local bands joining us for our concerts. From bluegrass to country and gypsy folk to instrumental, we guarantee you will leave with toe-tappin smiles!
5th @ 2:00pm – “The Daily Special,” a local Bluegrass band with a country flair!9th @ 3:00pm – “Gypsy Folk Ensemble,” all the way from Los Angeles -- cos-tumed musicians celebrating Oktoberfest!10th @ 2:00pm – “Mellow Fellows,” local country artists entertaining us to our heart’s delight!24th @ 3:00pm – “The Central Coasters,” instrumental artists playing “old-ies” from the 30s and 40s!
October -- Harvest Fun!Mark Your Calendar!
NOTABLES:
New ResidentsMarion McMahonJoe Van Camp
Resident BirthdaysKazuo Morita - 5thSis Tunnell - 13thVenice McCollum - 13thErnest Elmore - 13thEllen Wyckoff - 20thJulie Ling - 24thIndia McKennon - 25thJanie Riley - 29th
Staff BirthdaysLacy Neal - 3rdJoline Oliver - 11thRey Corpuz - 16thAngela Murillo - 29th
Staff AnniversariesRuby Rayray - 9 yearsVita Elisheva - 3 years
In Memory OfBoyd LoweRon McIntoshEtsuo Yoshiyama
Sydney Creek Support GroupTuesday, 7th @ 5:30pmYou are not alone -- join us. The support group is an open forum for Sydney Creek families to share their thoughts with their peers. Come to share; come to listen. Please RSVP to the Front Desk by Monday, 6th.
Residents Tina Canant, Betty Foott, and Edna Cantrell try their hand at the Moyo Drum!
Resident Spotlight - Audrey Schaefer -By Linda Dirlam with special contributions by son, Michael Schaefer Audrey Schaefer was born on July 2, 1921, in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Cripple Creek is a historic town nestled on the slopes of the majestic Pike’s Peak in the Colorado Rockies. Her family moved to Southern California when she was young, so most of Audrey’s childhood memories focus around her life in California. She attended Manual Arts High School in Los Angeles. Some of Audrey’s favorite childhood memo-ries include taking trips with her dad and sister to Santa Monica Beach and enjoying the endless sights and sounds of “sunny” California. Audrey married Bill Schaefer, and together they raised a wonderful family which included daughter Susan and sons Michael and Mark. Au-drey has always taken great pride in her children and their many accom-plishments. When grandchildren Barry and Robin took their special places in the family, Audrey couldn’t have been more thrilled. Bill and Audrey shared many happy years together raising their chil-dren and enjoying pastimes such as traveling and attending live theater in the Los Angeles area. They loved to dress up and go out dancing. Big band music was a favorite of theirs, and they were also known to take great pleasure in wine tasting excursions. Travels took Audrey and Bill to far corners of the world, including destinations such as Israel, Egypt, England, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Italy and Canada. Her roles as housewife, mom, and homemaker kept Audrey happily occu-pied. She also excelled in her work outside the home as an office manager. There was a mix of hobbies that held Audrey’s interest over the years. She loved to watch sports and play bridge and earned the title and rank of Life Master which was once the highest that a player could achieve. In addition to her keen interest in card playing, Audrey took great delight in special collections of figurines. Her Lladro and Hummel figurines brought endless enjoyment and were a wonderful way to com-memorate many of life’s precious occasions. An interest in history led her to another memorable pastime. Audrey enjoyed her membership in the Whittier Historical Society with its multitude of notable exhibits and programs. Audrey became a resident at Sydney Creek in August, 2009. With her quick wit and keen interest in others, Audrey’s outgoing personality and charm have endeared her to all who have had the wonderful privilege to meet and know this truly unforgettable lady.
Memory CareSydney Creek
Mayoral Meet & GreetFriday, 3rd @ 3:00pm The Palms Living Room Meet San Luis Obispo Mayor Jan Marx! Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to discuss her current viewpoints and also ask questions of concern that may affect the future of San Luis Obispo.
Silk Road DancersSunday, 5th @ 2:00pm The Palms Living RoomEnjoy an afternoon of eastern culture as The Villages welcomes the Silk Road Belly Dancing Troupe in all their finery!
Discount DressingThursday, 16th @ 1:00pmTake a ride with us to downtown San Luis Obispo, and visit Chico’s for wardrobe tips, refreshments, and a 10% discount on anything you buy!
Murder Mystery TheaterFriday, 24th @ 5:30pmThe Oaks Dining RoomCome dine at The Oaks whilst solving a murder – Gilligan’s Island style – as Murder in Mind Productions brings their show to The Villages.
October -- Full of Fall Fun!It’s a busy month!
ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTE:
Dearest Family & Friends, By the time all of you read this, this will be old news … but worth recognizing again! There are times of transition in life that just seem to happen! I have observed over my tenure in this field of gerontology, two very important aspects of aging:1. Every person ages in their own way, and chronological age is just a number.2. Those who are most content and happy in life are those individuals whom are able to cope with change well! At Sydney Creek, we see both of these aspects everyday. Jenny Molinar has seen them for the past nine years of service she has given to our community! She is now head-ing off on a journey to further her education in this growing field! She is working on her Master’s Degree in Gerontology at USC (thank goodness she picked the right school! Fight on, all Trojans!) Her departure brings a significant change to Sydney Creek, but we are grateful for the footprint of compassion and dedication that she has left with us all. We are truly going to miss her presence here on a daily basis, but we know in our hearts that she is pursuing a path that will offer growth for her and those in need down the road, and in this we celebrate! She received a toast at our Family Dinner on September 25th, and many wonderful stories were shared that night. We will carry with us all, Jenny’s enthusiasm and passion for serving our residents and families! The month of October is also when we will begin the remodeling of Neighborhood 3 … the first one to be done over the course of the next few years! We are all looking forward to these upgrades and will be working closely with residents, families, and staff for minimal disruption. Please feel free to call with any questions! We appreciate your patience!
Warmest regards,Julie Trisco, Administrator
Residents Mary Ellen Keulen & Dottie Teal enjoying the picnic at Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards.
CELEBRATIONS:
New ResidentsBetty Jo DostinichJoanne & Hal FaulconerDianne Poore
Resident BirthdaysHelen Stone - 6thLynn MacQuoid - 9thDick Singer - 10thMarian Vosburgh - 10thCarolyn Caddy - 18thDorothy Sylvester - 21stLaura McGonagill - 23rdAnn Kahian - 24th Janet Lawhon - 24th Evelyn Gorrindo - 25thBill Meyer - 26thEurilda Duncan - 28thGordon Henderson - 28thBob Knight - 28th
Employee BirthdaysMalik Shahbal - 1stJack Cherry - 4thSusan Stewart - 6thErin Lilly - 8thCharles Blazer - 9thCheryl Ebbert - 10thScott Hornsby - 15thJeri O’Neill - 21stSteve Hartman - 24thChristie Urias - 31st
Employee AnniversariesAnayantzin Morales-Vasquez - 1 yearTeresita Dusek - 13 years
Residents June Boicourt, Laura McGonagill, & Joanne Frantz posing in front of the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art.
Resident Spotlight:- Dale Cooper - “I met her in the shower!” So says Dale Cooper when asked where he met his wife of 68 years, Mary Lee. It seems a buddy of his knew a girl who was “datable,” so Dale called her up to ask her out and was told she was in the shower. Mary came to the phone still wrapped in a towel and they made their first date right then. There must have been something magic about that moment because Dale and Mary would spend the next 68 years together. Born in Colorado and raised mostly in Arizona, Dale Cooper was the only son (he was adopted) of a railroad engineer. “We moved around a lot,” he says, “wherever there was lumber.” Dale joined the Navy during World War II where he served bravely aboard, losing two carriers that sank, and surviving attacks that took the lives of 350 of his fellow sailors. After the war, Dale went to work selling furniture and in 1950, he was called back by the Navy to serve during the Korean War. He eventually earned his bachelor’s degree in Business from San Diego State University and along the way he met and married Mary Lee. Together, they raised two children, son David and daughter Cindy, in the Los Angeles area. Dale lost his beloved Mary Lee last year and has many beautiful memories and photographs of their time together. Today, Dale enjoys taking part in the many events and activities offered at Garden Creek. He is currently at work on his family history, collect-ing the data and preparing it for writing and sharing. Dale is 92, and though he says he doesn’t want to reach 100, we are hoping he will!
Assisted LivingGarden Creek
Dixie Swim Club OutingSaturday, 4th @ 1:30pmSanta Maria Civic CenterThe Dixie Swim Club is a fun, comedic play about five southern women, whose friendships began while on their college swim team. By turns hilari-ous, raucous, surprising, and poignant, this is a story about the enduring strength of love and about friendships that last forever. The tickets and all intermission sales will go directly to the American Heart Association. Contact your Life Enrichment Director, Angela Ojeda, for more information!
Bratwurst & Beer BashThursday, 9th @ 1:45pm1st Floor Living RoomWe’re having a “Wunderbar” Oktoberfest party! The Gypsy Folk Ensemble will be here in their best lederhosen for music and dancing. There will be schnitzel, sausage, and beer for all, as we enjoy this German celebration!
Let’s Decorate!Thursday, 16th @ 3:30pmActivity RoomOur pumpkin fun will begin on the 15th, as we make a special outing to Avila Valley Barn to pick our own pumpkins. Thursday is decorating day! No carving is necessary and decorative supplies will be provided. We just might have a pumpkin decorating contest!
Garden Creek WhoDunitThursday, 23rd @ 3:30pm 1st Floor Living RoomOctober is a month of mystery, as we will be having a top secret case to crack! There will be clues, investigations, suspects, and a final reveal. Join in on the mysterious fun, and together we can close the case and discover “whodunit!”
SLO Dogs Halloween Costume ShowSaturday, 25th @ 11:30am 1st Floor Living RoomEvery month, it is joy to have our four-legged friends visit from Caring Canines, and you won’t want to miss this special visit! Getting into the Halloween spirit, they’ll be dressed in their best get-up! Come check out their fun costumes!
CELEBRATIONS:
New ResidentsClaire DonnerHelen Schwenoha
Resident BirthdaysIrene Manderscheid - 2ndPat McCullough - 4thVirginia Cooper - 7thLillian Williams - 8th
Staff BirthdaysPatsy Waier - 5thRachael Wahl - 9thMabel Trujillo - 14thLeonila Espiritu - 21stLinda Levin-Baptista - 22ndSandra Ruiz - 26th
Staff Anniversaries Ian Pollak - 1 yearJennifer Espiritu - 1 yearMila Sinitsyna - 12 years
October -- Autumnal Air!Don’t Miss These Dates!
ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTE:
Dear Residents, Family, & Friends,GET YOUR COSTUMES READY -- IT’S TIME
TO TRICK OR TREAT AT THE VILLAGES!
Halloween is one of the world’s oldest holidays, dating back to pagan times. But it is celebrated today by more people, in more countries, than ever before. There’s a simple reason: it is good, clean, harmless fun for young and old alike. The most plausible theory about the history of Halloween is that it originated in the British Isles out of the Pagan Celtic celebration of Samhain. It was believed that spirits rose from the dead and mingled with the living on this day. The Celts left food at their doors to encourage good spirits and wore masks to scare off the bad ones. Many centuries later, the Roman Catholic Church, in an attempt to do away with pagan holidays, established November 1st as All Saints’ Day in celebration of all the saints who do not have their own holy day. During the massive Irish immigration into America in the 1840s, Halloween found its way to the United States, where it continued to flourish! The modern name, Halloween comes from “All Hallows’ Evening.” “Hallow” is an Old English word for “holy person,” and All Hallows’ Day is just another name for All Saints’ Day, eventually, it became abbreviated to “Hallowe’en” and then “Halloween.”
TRICK OR TREAT!Sincerely, Lea Bogoyevac, Administrator
Residents Helen and Harold enjoy a delicious seafood lunch in Morro Bay.
The residents enjoyed the sips and sights at Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards.
Resident Spotlight:- Dale Cooper - “I met her in the shower!” So says Dale Cooper when asked where he met his wife of 68 years, Mary Lee. It seems a buddy of his knew a girl who was “datable,” so Dale called her up to ask her out and was told she was in the shower. Mary came to the phone still wrapped in a towel and they made their first date right then. There must have been something magic about that moment because Dale and Mary would spend the next 68 years together. Born in Colorado and raised mostly in Arizona, Dale Cooper was the only son (he was adopted) of a railroad engineer. “We moved around a lot,” he says, “wherever there was lumber.” Dale joined the Navy during World War II where he served bravely aboard, losing two carriers that sank, and surviving attacks that took the lives of 350 of his fellow sailors. After the war, Dale went to work selling furniture and in 1950, he was called back by the Navy to serve during the Korean War. He eventually earned his bachelor’s degree in Business from San Diego State University and along the way he met and married Mary Lee. Together, they raised two children, son David and daughter Cindy, in the Los Angeles area. Dale lost his beloved Mary Lee last year and has many beautiful memories and photographs of their time together. Today, Dale enjoys taking part in the many events and activities offered at Garden Creek. He is currently at work on his family history, collect-ing the data and preparing it for writing and sharing. Dale is 92, and though he says he doesn’t want to reach 100, we are hoping he will!
Assisted LivingGarden Creek
Dixie Swim Club OutingSaturday, 4th @ 1:30pmSanta Maria Civic CenterThe Dixie Swim Club is a fun, comedic play about five southern women, whose friendships began while on their college swim team. By turns hilari-ous, raucous, surprising, and poignant, this is a story about the enduring strength of love and about friendships that last forever. The tickets and all intermission sales will go directly to the American Heart Association. Contact your Life Enrichment Director, Angela Ojeda, for more information!
Bratwurst & Beer BashThursday, 9th @ 1:45pm1st Floor Living RoomWe’re having a “Wunderbar” Oktoberfest party! The Gypsy Folk Ensemble will be here in their best lederhosen for music and dancing. There will be schnitzel, sausage, and beer for all, as we enjoy this German celebration!
Let’s Decorate!Thursday, 16th @ 3:30pmActivity RoomOur pumpkin fun will begin on the 15th, as we make a special outing to Avila Valley Barn to pick our own pumpkins. Thursday is decorating day! No carving is necessary and decorative supplies will be provided. We just might have a pumpkin decorating contest!
Garden Creek WhoDunitThursday, 23rd @ 3:30pm 1st Floor Living RoomOctober is a month of mystery, as we will be having a top secret case to crack! There will be clues, investigations, suspects, and a final reveal. Join in on the mysterious fun, and together we can close the case and discover “whodunit!”
SLO Dogs Halloween Costume ShowSaturday, 25th @ 11:30am 1st Floor Living RoomEvery month, it is joy to have our four-legged friends visit from Caring Canines, and you won’t want to miss this special visit! Getting into the Halloween spirit, they’ll be dressed in their best get-up! Come check out their fun costumes!
CELEBRATIONS:
New ResidentsClaire DonnerHelen Schwenoha
Resident BirthdaysIrene Manderscheid - 2ndPat McCullough - 4thVirginia Cooper - 7thLillian Williams - 8th
Staff BirthdaysPatsy Waier - 5thRachael Wahl - 9thMabel Trujillo - 14thLeonila Espiritu - 21stLinda Levin-Baptista - 22ndSandra Ruiz - 26th
Staff Anniversaries Ian Pollak - 1 yearJennifer Espiritu - 1 yearMila Sinitsyna - 12 years
October -- Autumnal Air!Don’t Miss These Dates!
ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTE:
Dear Residents, Family, & Friends,GET YOUR COSTUMES READY -- IT’S TIME
TO TRICK OR TREAT AT THE VILLAGES!
Halloween is one of the world’s oldest holidays, dating back to pagan times. But it is celebrated today by more people, in more countries, than ever before. There’s a simple reason: it is good, clean, harmless fun for young and old alike. The most plausible theory about the history of Halloween is that it originated in the British Isles out of the Pagan Celtic celebration of Samhain. It was believed that spirits rose from the dead and mingled with the living on this day. The Celts left food at their doors to encourage good spirits and wore masks to scare off the bad ones. Many centuries later, the Roman Catholic Church, in an attempt to do away with pagan holidays, established November 1st as All Saints’ Day in celebration of all the saints who do not have their own holy day. During the massive Irish immigration into America in the 1840s, Halloween found its way to the United States, where it continued to flourish! The modern name, Halloween comes from “All Hallows’ Evening.” “Hallow” is an Old English word for “holy person,” and All Hallows’ Day is just another name for All Saints’ Day, eventually, it became abbreviated to “Hallowe’en” and then “Halloween.”
TRICK OR TREAT!Sincerely, Lea Bogoyevac, Administrator
Residents Helen and Harold enjoy a delicious seafood lunch in Morro Bay.
The residents enjoyed the sips and sights at Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards.
Resident Spotlight - Audrey Schaefer -By Linda Dirlam with special contributions by son, Michael Schaefer Audrey Schaefer was born on July 2, 1921, in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Cripple Creek is a historic town nestled on the slopes of the majestic Pike’s Peak in the Colorado Rockies. Her family moved to Southern California when she was young, so most of Audrey’s childhood memories focus around her life in California. She attended Manual Arts High School in Los Angeles. Some of Audrey’s favorite childhood memo-ries include taking trips with her dad and sister to Santa Monica Beach and enjoying the endless sights and sounds of “sunny” California. Audrey married Bill Schaefer, and together they raised a wonderful family which included daughter Susan and sons Michael and Mark. Au-drey has always taken great pride in her children and their many accom-plishments. When grandchildren Barry and Robin took their special places in the family, Audrey couldn’t have been more thrilled. Bill and Audrey shared many happy years together raising their chil-dren and enjoying pastimes such as traveling and attending live theater in the Los Angeles area. They loved to dress up and go out dancing. Big band music was a favorite of theirs, and they were also known to take great pleasure in wine tasting excursions. Travels took Audrey and Bill to far corners of the world, including destinations such as Israel, Egypt, England, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Italy and Canada. Her roles as housewife, mom, and homemaker kept Audrey happily occu-pied. She also excelled in her work outside the home as an office manager. There was a mix of hobbies that held Audrey’s interest over the years. She loved to watch sports and play bridge and earned the title and rank of Life Master which was once the highest that a player could achieve. In addition to her keen interest in card playing, Audrey took great delight in special collections of figurines. Her Lladro and Hummel figurines brought endless enjoyment and were a wonderful way to com-memorate many of life’s precious occasions. An interest in history led her to another memorable pastime. Audrey enjoyed her membership in the Whittier Historical Society with its multitude of notable exhibits and programs. Audrey became a resident at Sydney Creek in August, 2009. With her quick wit and keen interest in others, Audrey’s outgoing personality and charm have endeared her to all who have had the wonderful privilege to meet and know this truly unforgettable lady.
Memory CareSydney Creek
Mayoral Meet & GreetFriday, 3rd @ 3:00pm The Palms Living Room Meet San Luis Obispo Mayor Jan Marx! Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to discuss her current viewpoints and also ask questions of concern that may affect the future of San Luis Obispo.
Silk Road DancersSunday, 5th @ 2:00pm The Palms Living RoomEnjoy an afternoon of eastern culture as The Villages welcomes the Silk Road Belly Dancing Troupe in all their finery!
Discount DressingThursday, 16th @ 1:00pmTake a ride with us to downtown San Luis Obispo, and visit Chico’s for wardrobe tips, refreshments, and a 10% discount on anything you buy!
Murder Mystery TheaterFriday, 24th @ 5:30pmThe Oaks Dining RoomCome dine at The Oaks whilst solving a murder – Gilligan’s Island style – as Murder in Mind Productions brings their show to The Villages.
October -- Full of Fall Fun!It’s a busy month!
ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTE:
Dearest Family & Friends, By the time all of you read this, this will be old news … but worth recognizing again! There are times of transition in life that just seem to happen! I have observed over my tenure in this field of gerontology, two very important aspects of aging:1. Every person ages in their own way, and chronological age is just a number.2. Those who are most content and happy in life are those individuals whom are able to cope with change well! At Sydney Creek, we see both of these aspects everyday. Jenny Molinar has seen them for the past nine years of service she has given to our community! She is now head-ing off on a journey to further her education in this growing field! She is working on her Master’s Degree in Gerontology at USC (thank goodness she picked the right school! Fight on, all Trojans!) Her departure brings a significant change to Sydney Creek, but we are grateful for the footprint of compassion and dedication that she has left with us all. We are truly going to miss her presence here on a daily basis, but we know in our hearts that she is pursuing a path that will offer growth for her and those in need down the road, and in this we celebrate! She received a toast at our Family Dinner on September 25th, and many wonderful stories were shared that night. We will carry with us all, Jenny’s enthusiasm and passion for serving our residents and families! The month of October is also when we will begin the remodeling of Neighborhood 3 … the first one to be done over the course of the next few years! We are all looking forward to these upgrades and will be working closely with residents, families, and staff for minimal disruption. Please feel free to call with any questions! We appreciate your patience!
Warmest regards,Julie Trisco, Administrator
Residents Mary Ellen Keulen & Dottie Teal enjoying the picnic at Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards.
CELEBRATIONS:
New ResidentsBetty Jo DostinichJoanne & Hal FaulconerDianne Poore
Resident BirthdaysHelen Stone - 6thLynn MacQuoid - 9thDick Singer - 10thMarian Vosburgh - 10thCarolyn Caddy - 18thDorothy Sylvester - 21stLaura McGonagill - 23rdAnn Kahian - 24th Janet Lawhon - 24th Evelyn Gorrindo - 25thBill Meyer - 26thEurilda Duncan - 28thGordon Henderson - 28thBob Knight - 28th
Employee BirthdaysMalik Shahbal - 1stJack Cherry - 4thSusan Stewart - 6thErin Lilly - 8thCharles Blazer - 9thCheryl Ebbert - 10thScott Hornsby - 15thJeri O’Neill - 21stSteve Hartman - 24thChristie Urias - 31st
Employee AnniversariesAnayantzin Morales-Vasquez - 1 yearTeresita Dusek - 13 years
Residents June Boicourt, Laura McGonagill, & Joanne Frantz posing in front of the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art.
LISA HULSE: HERE TO SERVE THE VILLAGESBy Jeri O’Neill Smart, friendly, vivacious--those are only a few words that describe Lisa Hulse, new Vice Presi-dent of Operations at The Villages. You can’t help but be drawn to her engaging personality. Claiming to be an authentic “Valley Girl,” because she was born in the San Fernando Valley town of Van Nuys, CA, Lisa’s nothing like the stereotype of a ditzy dame. Growing up, Lisa and her younger brother, Jeremy, were accustomed to having a mother who had a career with Prudential Insur-ance during a time when few women worked outside the home. Several of Lisa’s maternal female rela-tives were employed at Prudential, as well. Lisa knew by junior high that nursing would be her profession. During high school she joined a CNA program and worked for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation, continuing that relationship through college. So that Lisa could go to Mount St. Mary’s College, an all-girls’ Catholic school, and “the best nursing program west of the Mississippi,” her parents generously took out a second mortgage on their home. Lisa’s ultimate goal was to become a pediatric nurse. Lisa was hired by Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, following her graduation, and worked in the bone marrow transplant unit. Although extremely rewarding, it was also emotionally draining, due to the number of young patients who died. After wit-nessing the emotional toll, her husband Hank coaxed Lisa to find another job. For the following seven years, Lisa did home health infusion, which required being on call 24/7. Her territory included desolate rural areas. It was unnerving to respond alone to late-night calls in the middle of nowhere. Due to the daunting combi-nation of unpredictable hours, long commutes, and caring for two small children, Jordan and Amber, Lisa burned out. She took a reprieve for six months to stay at home with her kids. Unaccustomed to being unemployed, she soon got antsy for a new challenge. Lisa’s subsequent job was as a school nurse for a private academy. It was the ideal situation for her family and their bud-get. Her son and daughter were allowed to attend tuition-free. Not only could they commute with Lisa, she was able to visit their classrooms anytime. Sadly, the school eventually was sold and the new owners wouldn’t agree to continue the same perks. Lisa’s next employment provided a hair-raising introduction to eldercare. It all started when she responded to an ad in PennySaver for a nurse at Silverado Senior Living in Calabasas. When she tried to open the front door to go to her interview, it was locked. Mystified, Lisa rang the doorbell. Soon, a well-dressed woman walked out, providing access for Lisa. Suddenly, several staff people appeared and angrily shouted, “Why did you let her out?” To Lisa’s chagrin, she learned that she was in a memory care com-munity and she had innocently allowed a resident to walk away! Even after that harrowing incident, Lisa got the job. (And yes, the errant lady was brought back to safety.) Additionally, Lisa got hooked on working with seniors. Several years later, Lisa was hired by Summerville Senior Living. By now, her theme song should have been Willy Nelson’s, “On The Road Again,” because she travelled to ten California properties to provide medical oversight. She alternated destina-tions -- driving to five communities in Southern California, one week; then flying to five communities in the north, the next. Hank became a single parent when Lisa was away. Naturally, her teenagers tried to use her absences as guilt trip excuses. After Summerville was acquired by Emeritus Senior Living, a large retirement community chain, Lisa applied for the vice president position in that organization and was selected to oversee 75 communities with various levels of care. Although she en-joyed her job, she yearned for a more family oriented and peaceful atmosphere. Recently, Lisa was contacted by a recruiter to see if she’d be interested in the upper management vacancy at The Villages. Several years ago, Lisa and Hank had considered living in Cambria. With the Central Coast beckoning once again, Lisa decided to throw her hat in the ring. Her many years of senior living experience cultivated the required proficiencies needed for this key posi-tion. The smaller company and more tranquil surroundings at The Villages enticed her. It’s also convenient that she’ll be located half-way between her children’s colleges at either end of the state! When asked if she had any thoughts to share, Lisa replied, “In the short time I’ve been here, I’ve been welcomed by won-derful greetings and smiles. I’d like to thank everyone for their warm hospitality and for making me a part of the family. I want all residents to know that I am here to serve The Villages.”
Retirement LivingThe Palms & The Oaks
As we enter the fall season, we begin to set our thoughts towards the beauty of change, as well as a time of Thanksgiving. Within our Life En-richment Department at Sydney Creek, it is our pleasure to express our gratitude to the many people who have given freely of their time and them-selves to make our activities even better and more valuable to our resi-dents. These include volunteer musicians, friends, and families who bring their dogs for visits; family members and local businesses who donate items, their time, and talents to our program; and countless others who grace the doors of Sydney Creek to give back to our community. Indeed, we are truly grateful for each and every one, and we always look forward to having them join us!
Moyo Drum – We are thankful for the recent donation by a family member of a Moyo Drum! The drum is made of steel with a magnificent chime tone and has pentatonic tuning so all the notes go together. No musical ability is needed to play, and it is an excellent sensory tool for use in many therapeu-tic and healing ways! Come join us on the 6th, 16th, & 26th @ 4:00pm, as we participate in this unique experience!
New Musicians - This month, we have several new musicians and local bands joining us for our concerts. From bluegrass to country and gypsy folk to instrumental, we guarantee you will leave with toe-tappin smiles!
5th @ 2:00pm – “The Daily Special,” a local Bluegrass band with a country flair!9th @ 3:00pm – “Gypsy Folk Ensemble,” all the way from Los Angeles -- cos-tumed musicians celebrating Oktoberfest!10th @ 2:00pm – “Mellow Fellows,” local country artists entertaining us to our heart’s delight!24th @ 3:00pm – “The Central Coasters,” instrumental artists playing “old-ies” from the 30s and 40s!
October -- Harvest Fun!Mark Your Calendar!
NOTABLES:
New ResidentsMarion McMahonJoe Van Camp
Resident BirthdaysKazuo Morita - 5thSis Tunnell - 13thVenice McCollum - 13thErnest Elmore - 13thEllen Wyckoff - 20thJulie Ling - 24thIndia McKennon - 25thJanie Riley - 29th
Staff BirthdaysLacy Neal - 3rdJoline Oliver - 11thRey Corpuz - 16thAngela Murillo - 29th
Staff AnniversariesRuby Rayray - 9 yearsVita Elisheva - 3 years
In Memory OfBoyd LoweRon McIntoshEtsuo Yoshiyama
Sydney Creek Support GroupTuesday, 7th @ 5:30pmYou are not alone -- join us. The support group is an open forum for Sydney Creek families to share their thoughts with their peers. Come to share; come to listen. Please RSVP to the Front Desk by Monday, 6th.
Residents Tina Canant, Betty Foott, and Edna Cantrell try their hand at the Moyo Drum!
The Village VoiceA Newsletter Sharing Our Continuum of Care Story
The Villages of San Luis Obispo55 Broad StreetSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Volume 14 | Issue 10 — October 2014
October -- In Support of Family!At The Villages of San Luis Obispo, we offer levels of care to support our residents and families through their journey. Independent and assisted living are offered at our Broad Street Campus, and memory care is offered at the Village at Sydney Creek on Laurel Lane. This month, we join together as family ... and to support our family ... in raising awareness and funds for the Central Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. We thank you in advance for your support!
Alzheimer’s Association Fundraiser LuncheonTuesday, 14th @ noonThe Villages of San Luis Obispo -- The Palms Dining RoomJoin us for our annual Ladies Luncheon! This year, titled The Enchant-ed Garden, it is a fundraiser for The Alzheimer’s Association. Your generous $5 donation will provide you with a beautifully presented meal along with a special presentation by a guest speaker from our sister community, Sydney Creek. All proceeds from the lunch will be donated to support the Alzheimer’s Association.
Alzheimer’s Association Awareness Mixer Thursday, 16th @ 5:00 - 7:00pmThe Village at Sydney Creek Spend cocktail hour with your friends at Sydney Creek for an eve-ning of awareness and celebration. Your $10 requested donation will gain you access to their wine and appetizer lounge, gift shop, and live music. You will also be able to learn more about how you can become involved in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s that is held the following Saturday. Most importantly, all proceeds from the evening will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Retirement Living55 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405The Palms: 805.543.2300The Oaks: 805.543.2342
For More Information:Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300
Assisted Living73 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Administrator: Lea Bogoyevac
License #: 405800467Garden Creek: 805.543.2311
For More Information:Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300
Memory Care1234 Laurel Lane
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Administrator: Julie Trisco
License #: 405800577Sydney Creek: 805.543.2350
For More Information:Julie Trisco —805.543.2350
THE WALK TO END
ALZHEIMER’S!
Saturday, October 18th, 20147:30am @ Laguna Lake ParkSan Luis Obispo
Join The Villages in their support for the Central Coast Alzheimer’s Association, and the “Walk to End Alzheimer’s!”
This year, a 5K run and 3K walk will be offered to participants.
We hope you can join us. Keep in mind that walking, or running, is not necessary! Most importantly, we want your support! The Villages will be pro-viding a hearty breakfast for all Walk/Run attendees starting at 9:30am. Breakfast is included!
For more information, please see your Front Desk staff, or you may contact The Villages Team Captain, Jenny Molinar, @ 543.2350.
*** Villages Campus ResidentsOur Villages bus will depart the campus at 9:00am and return at approximately 10:30am. Please sign up in the activity book.
The Villages of San Luis Obispo
www.villagesofslo.com / www.sydneycreek.com
