2016 in Review
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2016 in Review 14th Annual Christmas Tea www.ridgewoodshenango.org A Senior Living Residence A More than 150 residents, staff and family members attended this lovely Christmas celebra- The Ridgewood at Shenango Valley tion. Thirteen volunteers supported the Annual Christmas Tea dedicating their time to serving food and beverages for this festive annual event. Pictured are: (top left) Santa with Irene Po- randa, (top right) Santa with Peg Hanson and her family. Bottom are our volunteers (left to right - front row) Pat Bello, Jo Bello, Delores Tralick, Clara Wilson, Jean Colella, and Debbie Green. (Back row) Joan Merz, Karen Conticelli, Nancy Winter 2017 Winter & Rick Cornwell, Marsha and Larry, and Bill Green. More photos of our Christmas Tea are on pages 9 and 10. NOW OFFERING INDEPENDENT SERVICES AND SHORT TERM STAYS The Ridgewood at Shenango Valley is now in its 20th year. We will celebrate our anniversary sometime during 2018.Over the past 20 years, The Ridgewood at Shenango Valley has developed into a premier senior living residence, meeting the needs of countless older adults from Hermitage and surrounding communities. Since 1998, The Ridgewood has offered a variety of accommodation and assistance with daily living activities. Most residents, who move to The Ridgewood, move with the intention of a long-term residency. Staff and management acknowledge that some individuals who inquire at The Ridgewood are independent and don’t need assistance but are interested in supportive services such as meals, housekeeping, and transportation. There is also an attraction to living in an environment where neighbors are close and residents have easy access to staff for emergen- cies or urgent needs. We also realize that sometimes when a couple moves into the residence that one may need assis- tance and the other may not. In response to these inquiries and types of situations, we have developed INDEPENDENT SERVICES for residents who do not require personal care or assistance with daily living activities. A list of services provided and fees for these services are available in our office or by calling 724-347-0998. In addition, on occasion we receive inquiries from families who are looking for short term support. Often this arises when family are primary caregivers for a loved one and are planning to be away from home or may need support for a designated period of time. We are happy to introduce SHORT TERM STAYS, where an individual stays with us in a furnished apartment for a limited time period. In this case, the resident only needs to bring with them personal items such as clothing and toiletries, as well as items of personal interest such as magazines, books and pictures. All other furnishings and accessories are provided and the daily rate is all inclusive (private apartment, meals, housekeeping, some transportation, personal care, laundry, cable, and telephone). All residents enjoy the social activities that take place throughout each month and the special events held each year. These added, independent services and short term stays are designed to meet the needs of our seniors. Additional services offered are St. Paul’s Without Walls private duty home care and VNA Alliance home health care. Both give op- portunity for residents to age in place. If you are interested in these or other services we have to offer please call us at 724-347-0998. We do have apartments available and encourage you to call soon. We are hosting an open house on Sunday, February 19th from 2-4:00 p.m. for those interested in touring and learning more about The Ridgewood at Shenango Valley. 2017 Dates to Remember February 14, 2017 - Sweethearts at 90 June 11 - The 15th Annual Strawberry Festival & Auction August 6 - 15th Annual Family Picnic December 10 - 15th Annual Family Christmas Tea Partners in Senior Care, Inc. - Board of Trustees Mr. Jonathan Bailey Ms. Sally Kaiser Ms. Marianna Stoneburner Mr. Robert Beach Mrs. LuAnn King Mr. Jeffrey A. Wallace Dr. Victor Colaiaco Mr. Larry A. Redfoot Atty. Terry Wheeler Mr. Steve Gargasz Mr. Glenn Riley Mr. Chris Wright Newsletter Team Rita Clemente, Director of Colony Living & Community Outreach Robin Knight, Director of Personal Care Diane O’Brien, Director of Development Services Jennie Kather, Marketing Specialist Vicky Pregi, Chef Sarah Chosky, Activity Director If you’d like to receive a copy of this newsletter via email please write to Rita Clemente at [email protected] and you will be added to our electronic mailing list. Questions or comments can also be emailed to Rita. EMPLOYEE FEATURE This edition features Karen Nestor. Karen is a Universal Worker assisting with dining services, personal care and housekeeping and has been a part of the team for two years. Karen is from Transfer, PA. She and her husband Brian have been married for 40 years and have 3 sons – Jason, Justin and Aaron. They love dogs and currently have two – Charlie and Magoo. Karen is a big Pittsburgh Penguins fan. She also loves reading, traveling and shopping. Her mother-in- law, Thelma Nestor, has resided at The Ridgewood Shenango Val- ley for the past 6 years. Karen says, “I love the residents, especially those who need special attention. I also enjoy hearing their stories – no matter how often they’ve been told!” Pictured is Karen (on the right) with Helen Denis, resident. BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR SPACES TO ENJOY! Jim Likens helps to care care of the beautiful grounds. Residents Betty and Mary enjoy the lovely courtyard with Sarah Chosky, activity director and Cheryl Redmond, administrative assistant. RESIDENT FEATURE Sarah “Sally” Clarke moved to The Ridgewood at Shenango Valley in Febru- ary of 2016. Her family is very happy with her decision to make the move. Sally celebrated her 101st birthday on February 27, 2016. Some of her fam- ily got to see her now home for the first time and they were very pleased with her accommodations and services and with the staff. Sally is originally from the Pittsburgh area. She is a registered nurse and worked in various places over a 25 year career including Pittsburgh Southside Hospital, in public health and as a school nurse. Her husband Frances died in 1963. Sarah has two sons – Bob and William who visit her regularly. William lives in Pittsburgh and Bob lives in Hermitage. During a visit with Bob he shared his perspective saying, “Socializing is key for my mom, a variety of activities in which she can engage. Mom loves to read and knit and enjoys music and televi- sion. Also, knowing she has 24/7 support from the staff is vital. It gives us a great sense of security.” Bob also commented on the residence saying that it is always immaculate and that residents and staff are always friendly. Staff says that Sally adapted very easily. She enjoys her table mates in the dining room. She especially enjoys her bananas and peanut butter. Sally cares for her own needs and only calls upon staff when she needs a little help. Sally says she continues to enjoy life and contributes long life to God and her Pictured is Sally with her son Bob. happy family! 3 4 Christmas Tea 2016 5 5 The Ridgewood at Shenango Valley is greatly appreciative for the individuals, couples, churches and businesses who have generously supported our residents through monetary and in-kind donations. With gratitude, we recognize the following 2016* donors: Ad Dimensions Dr. James Danner Aflac/Jim Moyer Davevic Benefit Consultants, Inc. Anderson Coach & Travel Diamond Pharmacy Services Anonymous DJ’s Greenhouse Anytime Fitness Mr. William Drabick Arnett Carbis Toothman LLP Mr. George & Mrs. Diane Drabick Miss Betty Lou Artman In Memory of Betty Repas Lt. Col. Ret. Leo E. & Mrs. Margaret R. Becker Driftwood Gallery In Memory of Mary Becker Home Instead Senior Care Brusters Mr. Ron Duez Buffalo Wild Wings Eat-n-Park Buhl Community Recreation Center Edible Arrangements Carnegie Museum of Art & Natural History Erie Otters Carnegie Science Center Mr. Shaun & Mrs. Beckie Erwin Mr. James & Mrs. Lynn Chuey Mrs. Marge Fenton Mr. William Clarke Ms. Terri Fetsko In Honor of Sally Clarke In Honor of Marian Gulla Mr. Robert Clarke First National Bank of PA In Honor of Sally Clarke Flagship Niagara League Mr. Don & Mrs. Rita Clemente Forever Media Dr. Victor & Mrs. Andrea Colaiaco The Sharon Herald Cottage Gardens Ms. Susan Garrett Curran Taylor, Inc In Memory of Susanna M. Lester Daffin’s, Inc. Get Go “Gratitude is the memory of the heart.” ~Jean-Baptiste Massieu *Donations received as of 12.29.16. Goodrick Family Foundation Philadelphia Candies Gordon Food Service Mr. Duane & Mrs. Maria Piccirilli Ms. Marilyn Gozik Pittsburgh Penguins Greenville Kiwanis Club Pittsburgh Symphony Greenville Savings Bank Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium Greenville Symphony Orchestra Dr. Leonard Pleban Mr. Daniel Grundy, Jr. Powell Enterprises Hartle Elder Law Practice, LLC Primary Health Network Hermitage Agway Pro Football Hall of Fame Hermitage Bakery Quaker Steak & Lube Hospice of the Valley R Builders Mr. Jeff & Mrs. Ellen Johnston Ready? Sort. G.O.! Mr. Thomas Joseph Mr. Larry Redfoot Joy Cone Co. In Memory of Judy Redfoot Mrs. Sally Kaiser Mr. Glenn & Mrs. Susan Riley Mr. Brian & Mrs. Luann King Mr. Tom & Mrs. Laura Robinson Mr. Gerald & Mrs. Margaret King In Memory of Etta Robinson In Memory of Gertrude Linn Mr. John & Mrs. Cheryl Rose King Jewelers Rose/Harnett Family Foundation Mr. Steven & Mrs. Robin Knight Sam’s Club #6327 Mr. Michael Kosmowski Pymatuning Deer Park William & Nancy Larocca Shenango Valley Cinemas Robert & Judith Lazor Silver Shores Restaurant In Memory of Betty Repas Ms. Samantha Solyan Ms. Susanna Lester Mr. Daniel & Mrs. Nora Songer Liberty Mutual Foundation Match In Honor of John Songer Mr.