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Issue 140 October 2020 October Nikkei Senior Gardens is pleased to INSIDE THIS ISSUE: introduce Kevin Onishi who joined the  Page 1 community as the new Associate Ex- Welcome Kevin Onishi, ecutive Director last month. Kevin was NSG’s New Associate born and raised in San Jose, CA. He is Executive Director extremely proud of his achievement of  Page 2 –3 earning his Eagle Scout rank. He also Garden News & Views played taiko for 13 years, nine years  Page 4 with San Jose Junior Taiko and 4 with Kevin Onishi Donations Associate Executive Director UC Irvine’s Jodaiko.  Page 5 Announcement He moved to Southern California to pursue his undergraduate  Page 6 degree from the University of California, Irvine. He furthered NSG Team News his education, receiving his Master’s in Healthcare Who Am I? Administration from Colorado State University, which is one of  Page 7 his biggest achievements. Word Search & Prior to joining NSG, Kevin worked at Keiro as the Director of Sudoku Puzzle Programs. During his time with Keiro he always admired Garden Giggles Nikkei Senior Gardens from afar. He stated, that “everyone in Super Food of the Month the Japanese American community knows that Nikkei Senior  Page 8 Gardens is the standard for quality and culturally sensitive Japanese Trivia care.” Puzzle Solutions When joining the NSG team, Kevin ex- pressed that “getting the opportunity to join this amazing community and learn Quote of the Month from the dedicated team was too good to “Laughter is timeless. be true!” He looks forward to working Imagination has no age. with the team “to find innovative ways to And dreams are forever.” ensure that every resident can thrive in their own unique ways, especially as we —Walt Disney continue to adapt our lifestyles to this pandemic.” We hope you all will help us in welcoming Kevin to the NSG family! Garden News ...and Views Page 2 Nikkei Senior Gardens FOR YOUR HEALTH

World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on October 10th since 1992. In recent years, there has been greater advocacy for Mental Health. This year the importance of mental health is at an all-time high. Ron S. Joy O. As a result of Covid-19 pandemic, many indi- viduals are experiencing increased stressed, fear, and anxious. Our health and safety measures of practicing social distancing leaves people feeling isolated and lonely, and often leads to depression. Jiin S. Atsuko M. That is why the World Health Organization (WHO) is campaigning the #HealthyAtHome movement and has an entire web page dedi- cated to staying healthy at home through ex- ercise, diet, and safe social connections. For more information visit:https://www.who.int/ campaigns/connecting-the-world-to-combat- coronavirus/healthyathome The Dr. Elieen Feliciano, Psychologist with Si- mon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada shared 25 mental health wellness tips in quarantine. Here are a few tips:

• Stick to a routine(Ex: same sleep schedule)

SAY HELLO TO NEW RESIDENT • Dress for the social life you want, not the social life you have. • Everyone find their retreat space. • Notice the good in the world, the helpers. To see all 25 tips, please visit: http:// www.sfu.ca/olc/blog/my-ssp/mental-health- wellness-tips-quarantine George S. Garden News ...and Views Page 3 Issue 140 KEIRO NO HI FESTIVAL (Respect for the Aged Day) 敬老の日祭り

Page 4 Donations Nikkei Senior Gardens We Thank You For Your Continuing Generosity and Support!

Barbara Okita Betty Johnson Bonnie Nii Dorothy Arakawa Emmy Omoto Haruyo Suenaka Katsuko Tanaka Kay Kami Kay Nakasone Lois Yagi Margaret Takimoto Okuyama Family Roy Iketani Satoko Yamamura Stan and Diane Date Sumie Burson Susan Shimomaye Tom Ige Yokoyama Family 24/7 College Ministry from Crossway Church of SFV

Donations Wishlist Arts & Crafts Supplies Stationary & Stamps Hand Sanitizer Monetary Donations Kleenex Lotions Disposable Face Masks Shampoo/Conditioner Paper Towels Bar Soaps Toothpaste/Toothbrush Combs/brushes Clorox Wipes Hand Soaps Body Wash Pre-sealed Snacks Pocket Tissues Nitrile Gloves Fresh Cut Flowers

All activities are based, day-by-day on a limited capacity and are subject to change at any time. Residents must practice source control measures including social distancing, hand hygiene, and cloth face covering in order to participate any activities. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

NSG Life Enrichment Department Announcement and Virtual Program Issue 140 Page 5 WELLNESS CHECKS PODIATRIST VISIT

Thursday, October 1st  Friday, October 2nd 10:00AM—12:00PM 8:30AM—11:30AM In the Solarium In the Conference Room

 Wednesday, October 7th 8:30AM—11:30AM VIRTUAL ARTHRITIS EXERCISE (6 Weeks) In the Conference Room By Partners in Care Foundation **Please contact Concierge at WHEN? Tuesdays and Thursdays (818)899-1000 to schedule an 10—11AM Class starts from 10/6 appointment.

WHERE? In the Solarium RESIDENT COUNCIL MEETING

Date: Tuesday, October 27th WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Anyone who has been diagnosed Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm with Arthritis or who routinely Place: In the Dining Room experiences joint pain, stiffness, and/or limited range of motion is invited to attend. Exercises **Please join us as we discuss may be performed sitting or standing. new and old information on the community. ** For more information, please contact Mayumi Barr at (818)899-1000 or [email protected] FITNESS GYM Open 7 days from 7AM—6PM DVD MOVIE LIBRARY LISTING By appointment only AVAILABLE NOW Please contact Concierge at (818)899-1000 to schedule an Sa appointment. For a list of available movies to borrow for a day, please contact the concierge at (818) 899-1000. NSG Team News Page 6 Nikkei Senior Gardens Nikkei Senior Gardens TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH

Nikkei Senior Gardens is pleased to announce Maria Panameno as the Team Member of the Month for Sep- tember 2020. Maria joined our Resident Care Depart-

ment in 2014. She brings joy to people with her good sense of humor. If you’re feeling down, Maria is sure to bring a smile to your face. Maria also ensure that she approaches everyone with compassion. Please help us in congratulating Maria for a stellar performance.

Maria Panameno Resident Assistant Maria

Who Am I?.....

• I was born in Burbank, CA.

• My favorite food is BBQ Ribs.

• My favorite colors are Blue, Green and Purple.

• The most memorable trip was to Las Vegas. • I love spending time with my friends and family. • My favorite quote is “Treat others the way you want to be treated.”

Hint: I work in the Dining Department

September Answer: Delmy Arias September Winner: Hisa S.

Please submit your answer by submitting cut-off below to the concierge by Sunday, October 25th for a chance to enter into a Raffle for a Special Prize! GOOD LUCK!

If you would like to have your baby/child/young adult photo featured in the “Who Am I?” contest, please see Mayumi Barr.

CUT ALONG THE LINE

Name: ______Apt # ______Answer: ______Puzzles for October Issue 140 Page 7 60’s Songs SUDOKU #58

The rules to play Sudoku are quite simple. Fill in the blanks so that each row, each column, and each of the nine 3x3 grids contain one instance of each of the num- bers 1 through 9. Solution on Page 12

Did you know?... Garden Giggles • Most Disney characters wear gloves to keep animation simple. • No number before 1,000 contains the letter A. • The word aquarium means “watering place for cattle” in Latin.

SUPER FOOD OF THE MONTH Word Riddles Apples are incredibly good 1. 81 x 9 = 801. What do you need to do to for you, and eating them is make this equation true? linked to a lower risk of 2. I make a loud sound when I’m changing. many major diseases, including diabetes When I do change, I get bigger but and cancer. What’s more, its soluble fiber weigh less. What am I? content may promote weight loss and gut 3. A group of bunnies were having a birth- health. A medium apple equals 1.5 cups of day party. What kind of music were fruit — which is 3/4 of the 2-cup daily rec- they listening to? ommendation for fruit. For the greatest benefits, eat the whole fruit — both skin

and flesh. Source: www.healthline.com For the answers, see page 12. NIKKEI SENIOR GARDENS 9221 Arleta Avenue Arleta, CA 91331 Phone: (818) 899-1000 Fax: (818) 834-5728 Mission Statement: "To create and sustain an assisted living community where our elders are ensured the enduring right to dignity and respect in a caring environment."

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Nikkei Senior Gardens Directors

Desiree Kitagawa Executive Director Kevin Onishi Associate Executive Director

Gabriela Perez Director of Business Services Karen Marin Director of Resident Care Services Mayumi Barr Director of Life Enrichment Alfonso Marron Director of Environmental Services Jose Gonzalez Director of Dining Services

Japanese Trivia Solutions to Puzzles Tsukimi: Japan’s Harvest Moon festival

Tsukimi, also called Otsukimi or Jugoya, literally means “moon viewing” or “looking at the moon”. This Japanese festival honors a wonder of nature – the autumn moon. The Tsukimi tradition dates back to the Heian period, from 794 to 1185 A.D. It is thought that moon- viewing parties originated with the introduction of the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival to the aristocratic elite, who would gather to listen to music and recite or compose poetry by moonlight. Some would board boats in order to view the moon’s reflection. Tsukimi customs involve eating a type of rice dumpling called Tsukimi , a sweet similar to . The dumplings are round and white and are said to celebrate the beauty of the Sudoku #58 moon. Eating them on the night of the full moon is thought to Solutions for Word Riddles bring good health and happiness in the coming year. Tsukimi dates are recorded on the traditional , and 1. Turn it upside down. 108 = 6 x 18. must be translated to modern calendar dates. The full moon celebration takes place on the fifteenth day of the eighth 2. Popcorn. month, and the waxing moon celebration on the thirteenth day 3. Hip hop music. of the ninth month. These dates typically fall in the months of

September and October on our modern calendar. In 2020, the dates will be October 1 and 29. Source: www.jrailpass.com