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February - Join the Celebration Fitness in Across all our Village campuses, there is something to celebrate. Whether it is with candy hearts on Valentine’s Day or dressing up disguise! for Mardi Gras, there’s an event for everyone! Come and gather Mondays and Wednesdays with us on these days of love and jubilation and join the party! 9:30am - 10:30am@ Valentine’s Family Dinner The Palms Living Room Thursday, 12th @ 6:00pm How could something that’s this The Village at Sydney Creek much fun be good for the body? Kitty Love is always in the air at Sydney Creek, as our mission statement is: McDow can tell you! She’s our newest “Sydney Creek. A Family. Where Love is given, and Love remains.” fitness instructor who’s teaching a form We believe wholeheartedly that giving and receiving love is always to be of dance-aerobics that is practiced by 14 mindfully present here, and our Family Dinners are indicative of how true million Americans every day. Beto Perez this is! Be sure to make your reservation early to our Front Desk so that is the world-famous inventor of Zumba, we can count on you to join us for this wonderful evening filled with food, the newest fitness craze that blends the family, LOVE, and YOU! irresistible rhythms of popular music with professional dance moves, either stand- Bourbon Street Bash! The Villages of San Luis Obispo ing or seated. This wildly popular hour of power benefits your heart and helps Thursday, 17th @ 2:45pm with coordination, posture, and balance. Garden Creek 1st Floor Living Room It even works to increase confidence and Ever wonder how the official Mardi Gras colors - purple, green, and gold Retirement Living Assisted Living Memory Care reduce everyday fears. were chosen? In 1872, these colors were chosen to honor the Russian 55 Broad Street 73 Broad Street 1234 Laurel Lane “I love teaching at The Villages,” said Grand Duke Alexei Alexandrovich Romonav. Purple represents justice, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Kitty. “I just fell instantly in love with green represents faith, and gold represents power. Join us for a Mardi The Palms: 805.543.2300 Administrator: Lea Bogoyevac Administrator: Lisa Hulse everyone in my classes.” Gras celebration! Wear something purple, green, or gold to get into the Kitty holds two degrees (psychology and The Oaks: 805.543.2342 License #: 405800467 License #: 405800577 spirit! We’ll serve cocktails and snacks as we enjoy music from The Crus- horticulture) and two major certifications: tacea Jazz Band. Garden Creek: 805.543.2311 Sydney Creek: 805.543.2350 one from the American Fitness Associa- For More Information: tion and one from the National Academy Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300 For More Information: For More Information: of Sports Medicine. Born and raised in the Celebrate the Year of the Sheep [email protected] Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300 Carla Muller —805.543.2350 Bronx, her distinctive accent and her in- Wednesday, 19th @ 3:00pm [email protected] [email protected] fectious teaching style will have everyone The Palms Living Room moving, fears and hesitations lost in the Prepare yourself for the year of the Sheep! Come learn about the history joy of moving to music. Even staff wants behind this cultural holiday, find out what Chinese zodiac animal you are, to join in, so Kitty hopes to expand her of- and receive gifts of good luck for this new year! After all the learning and www.villagesofslo.com / www.sydneycreek.com ferings to residents—and add a class just fun, enjoy a Chinese New Year dinner hosted by The Villages. for staff. Retirement Living February -- Fun & Feathers! The Palms & The Oaks Mark Your Calendar!

Sydney Creek Support Group notables: Assistant Director’s Note: The Villages Have Heart Tuesday, 3rd @ 5:30pm Resource Room New Resident Dear Residents, By Jeri O’Neil Connect with other families and explore ways to cope with the wide array Martha Locke of feelings and emotions that arise when a loved one lives with Alzheimer’s One of our not-so-secret treasures, The heart is the symbol most associated with Valentine’s Day. Even in disease. You are not alone. Join us and our Support Group Leader, Jenny Paula Gurney hidden away in Courtyard Two, in #222B at ancient times, the concept of presenting your heart to someone signified The Palms, is the cozy Bed and Breakfast Molinar as she offers help and comfort for the families affected by Alzheim- the act of giving everything you hold dear—your very life—to someone er’s disease and dementia. Suite nestled in the middle of the second that you love. floor. The homey guest quarters are Resident Birthdays available to family and friends of Palms, To expand on that concept, when someone nobly gives of his or her Mardi Gras with The Mudskippers! Gladys Rubinstein - 4th Oaks, Garden Creek, and Sydney Creek Wednesday, 4th @ 3:00pm time, it’s often noted that the giver “has heart”. Helen Keller once said, Eugene Santos - 19th residents. Activity Room Amenities include two double beds, “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even Gil Delcid and his delightful band will be bringing “Mardi Gras” to Sydney Jan Clucas - 27th cable TV, a coffee maker, a blow dryer, iron, touched. They must be felt with the heart.” ironing board, and free local phone calls. Creek! This lively group of local talented musicians will bring the house Neil Keyes - 28th down with their “Jazzy” music, so come and be a part of a rockin’, roarin’ A delicious complimentary breakfast, for Here at The Palms and The Oaks we are blessed with a multitude of such the following morning, is included with time! selfless givers: every evening’s stay. As long as guests are Staff Birthdays accompanied by their hosts, they may use Flocks & Feathers our recreation equipment and participate • When a new resident arrives, a friendly greeter shows him the ropes by Warren Davis - 2nd in any of our in-house activities. Just welcoming the newcomer; introducing him to others; joining him for Thursday, 19th @ 2:00pm steps away from the elevator, there is easy meals; escorting him to activities; showing him around the complex, and Activity Room Vita Elisheva - 15th A new and exciting class has “flown” in! Our resident and staff-led hour, cen- access to the Sundeck putting green and helping him acclimate to the environment in any way possible. Andrew Nesser - 26th the bocce ball court. Downstairs are the tered on birds, their environments, and their habitats has begun. Those of swimming pool (maintained at 86 degrees you “bird watchers” won’t want to miss this time for hands-on education and for the aquatics classes) and the spa. • Generous residents contribute to the annual food drive sponsored by the U.S. Postal Service to help those in the area who live with hunger. learning new intriguing facts about these wonderfully winged, fine feathered Staff Anniversaries Shopping is within walking distance, friends! where visitors will find a grocery store, Emily Helms - 4 years pharmacy, assorted restaurants, and a • Cuddly stuffed animals join sturdy Tonka trucks, Teenage Ninja Turtles, Janie Riley bowls a strike as all doughnut/coffee shop. Guests may eat sweet baby dolls, and entertaining games in the huge Toys for Tots collec- Kelly Jaqua - 4 years lunch or dinner in our dining room at participate and enjoy! tion bin in December, to ensure that children living in poverty will have at Joline Oliver - 4 years reasonable prices. Laundry machines are least one gift under their Christmas trees. located a floor below the B & B. Susana Garza - 3 years It costs $65 a night to stay in the Bed and Breakfast. Well behaved pets are • The annual women’s luncheon selects a different charity for which to Helen-Marie Gastelo - 3 years raise money. This year the theme will be “We Can Do It!” Donations will allowed, but there is an additional deposit Kari Cook - 1 year required. Palms residents may pay by benefit the Women’s Shelter. cash, check, or they may charge the stay Andrei Corrales - 1 year to their community account. All other • In October, The Village People team participates in The Walk To End Rossini Ramirez - 1 year communities may pay by cash or by check. Alzheimer’s and takes part in various pre-walk fundraisers. Sorry, at this time, we are unable to accept Celebrating 65 years of marriage, credit cards. Advance reservations are required. Due • During the course of the year, residents collect money for the Employee Don & Marylyn Villeneuve enjoyed In Memory Of to the reasonable rates, the B & B books Appreciation Holiday Fund Event where the hourly staff is recognized an afternoon outing! quickly. Guests are welcome to stay a and thanked for their efforts. Residents and employees, alike, can be seen Kazuo Morita maximum of seven days per month. beaming with broad smiles and simultaneously wiping away tears. Norma “June” Powell If you have any questions or you would like to reserve a stay, please call (805) 543- The neat thing about being surrounded by so many helping hearts is that 2300. it can be contagious. In this kind of atmosphere one can’t help but feel With warmest regards, a sense of joy, and have a selfless desire to do more for others. In return, the giver also reaps benefits. Jule Styne said it best in one of his songs, Our caregivers are such an integral Jeri O’Neill “Make someone happy,/Make just one someone happy,/And you will be part of our wonderful staff, who love Assistant Director happy, too.” and serve each and every day. Memory Care February -- Fun to be Had! Sydney Creek It’s a busy month! Administrator’s Note: Resident Spotlight Enchantment by the Candle Light Trio Friday, 6th @ 3:00pm celebrations: Dearest Family & Friends, - DuPre “Jack” Sassard - The Palms Living Room My last announcement to you about our chang- Enjoy an afternoon of music and delight in the melodies of violins and guitar es in the management team at Sydney Creek was By Linda Dirlam New Residents as the Candle Light Trio take us on a musical journey. Join us as this vibrant in November at our Thanksgiving Family Dinner. With Special Contributions by Daughter, Ellen Dayton. Ruth Helen Dalbey group of musicians captivates us with their dulcet tones. I would like to take this opportunity to recap the Jeanne Miller latest news. DuPre “Jack” Sassard was born on October Charles & Carolyn Stockstill In November, Jenny Molinar, Director of Family 19, 1916, in Olar, South Carolina to Rosa Amelia Hearts and Spirits Services, left Sydney Creek to pursue her educa- Parry Sassard and the Methodist Reverend Achille Friday, 13th @ 3:00pm tion at USC. This was followed by the resignation Sassard. He had two older sisters, Margaret and Resident Birthdays Elizabeth. The Palms Living Room of Cory Segundo, Director of Wellness, as well as Ed Percy - 4th Through several generations, Jack’s family had Join us for our Valentine’s Day cocktail social! Socialize with your friends while the departure of Julie Ballo, Executive Director. a printing business. Alongside this venture was Mrs. Sassard’s Preserves, listening to Cole Porter favorites and sipping on your Valentine’s Day drink of Shirley Piedalue - 4th As promised, I relocated my primary office to another family legacy that began in 1917 in a little backyard kitchen. The next choice. Hylde Nommay - 5th Sydney Creek to make myself available as sup- 45 years saw the expansion of this small canning business, which survived the port to our residents, families, and staff. Thank Great Depression as well as World War II. Mary Wood - 6th you for welcoming me and thank you for sharing Jack received his Bachelor of Science degree from Wofford College in Singing in the Rain Betty Hollingshead - 11th Spartanburg, South Carolina in 1936. He also attended Medical School for your thoughts and ideas to help us improve our Saturday, 21st - Bus Leaves @ 1:30pm about a year until his father was killed in a train/car collision. Ken Lintz - 13th services for your loved ones. Jack was married three times. His wives were named Helen, Jane and Ai- SLO Little Theater Betty Crow - 14th Here’s what’s happening today and on the leen. He became the proud father of three children including his son Michael, Don your rain coat and hat for one of the greatest musicals of all time! The SLO Mary Schwartz - 17th horizon: who resides in Florida, daughter Ellen, of San Luis Obispo, and daughter Little Theater is producing the family favorite, “Singing in the Rain” and The Bob Covey - 21st • Jenny Molinar continues to play a role at Carol, who is deceased. Five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren Villages is providing shuttle service. Please refer to the Activity book for ticket Sydney Creek by facilitating monthly family round out the Sassard clan. Mary Serfozo - 21st Jack amassed time in the Armed Forces as a colonel. He had a very illus- information and sign-up. support groups as well as 1:1 counseling ses- trious career in the service. Between 1937 and 1941 he ran the North Carolina Betty Sawyer - 27th sions for those who desire added support. CCC Camp with Lionel Ritchie’s father. The Civilian Conservation Corps No Suitcase Required • Carla Muller, Community Relations Coor- was a public works project intended to promote environmental conservation Wednesday, 25th & Friday, 27th @ 3:00pm dinator, joined our Sydney Creek family in and to build good citizens through vigorous, disciplined, outdoor labor. The Employee Birthdays December. She has a wealth of experience in Army trained Jack in G-2 intelligence where he worked with the British relay- The Palms Living Room Neely Ashley - 9th ing the decoded Enigma messages to the U.S. Allied High Command, as seen senior placement and care. Visit faraway places without leaving the comforts of home! Join Palms resi- Veronica Del Cid - 9th in the 2014 movie, “The Imitation Game.” In 1946 Jack was in charge of one dents, Jim & Ann Farmer, on the 25th as they present their National Geographic • Susana Garza, LVN (currently our Lead of the receiving sites where the Army collected stolen art (monuments) into Kaitlin Martin - 14th Nurse) has accepted the promotion to Direc- Expedition on the Columbia River. On the 27th, our Life Enrichment Director, 30 locations as seen in the 2014 movie, “The Monuments Men.” This past Oc- Marc Villa - 15th tor of Wellness. Over the past two months, tober Jack and his daughter Ellen had the privilege of attending a special lun- Faith Carlson will be back from her recent vacation to Turkey and will have her Frank Concepcion - 20th Susana has been instrumental in ensuring cheon held in tribute to World War II veterans. Of a roomful of servicemen personal photos and stories to share with you. the safety & wellbeing of our residents. and servicewomen, Jack was in the spotlight as the oldest attendee at age 98. Jane Lefebre - 21st In addition to Jack’s time spent in the U.S. Army, he worked for McCormick & Lastly, we continue to recruit for an Executive Company Spices from 1947- 1980, serving in the capacities of sales, advertis- Director. We are working on securing a very ing, and management including a position as West Coast CEO. Employee Anniversaries capable individual to serve in an interim capac- Jack’s faith was important to him. His father was a circuit Methodist Peter McBride - 1 year ity (along with my continued presence/sup- minister in rural South Carolina. Jack belonged to a number of organizations port) while we move forward with the recruiting including Kiwanis, Rotary, RSVP, SCORE and Carmel Valley Homeowners Malik Shahbal - 2 years Association. process. Anthony Leon - 6 years Over the years Jack enjoyed home renovations, stamp collecting, horses, The gang happily pose after We deeply value your relationship with Sydney Cheryl Ebbert - 8 years and miniature home building. His model of the San Luis Obispo Mission is wine tasting at Vina Robles in Creek and are committed to providing you with in the SLO Mission Museum. His miniatures of Williamsburg, Virginia were Paso Robles. Margarita Perry - 15 years the highest level of service and care. If you have donated to the Monterey County Historical Society. He was also a talented any further questions or comments please feel public and motivational speaker. In 1965, he was awarded the Valley Forge free to discuss it with any of us at (805)543-2350. Freedom Foundation medal for his public speaking. A visit to Jack’s room at Sydney Creek is a visit into his past, wonderfully Sincerely, illustrated by the display of special honors bestowed upon him during mili- Lisa Hulse, tary service to his country and we are honored to have him here with us. Vice President of Operations Assisted Living February -- With Love Garden Creek Don’t Miss These Dates! Super Super Bowl Party! Administrator’s Note: Resident Spotlight: Sunday, 1st @ 3:15pm Celebrations: Think you know everything? Did you know... 1st Floor Living Room - Don & Sally Eggen - Have you been following the road to the Super Bowl? We are excited for New Residents • A dime has 118 ridges around the edge. the big game and what’s better than watching football on a big screen Lorraine Yake • A cat has 32 muscles in each ear. February is a special month with much Max McFarland • A crocodile cannot stick out its tongue. TV?! Join us, cheer on your favorite team, and enjoy some snacks and a significance touching the secular, romantic, Hal Faulconer • A dragonfly has a life span of 24 hours. and spiritual realms. Although Valentine’s cold beer this Sunday afternoon. Chet Zinn • A “jiffy” is an actual unit of time for 1/100th Day lands on the 14th every February, most of a second. Marylyn Barnes of us can easily forget this day until it’s upon • A snail can sleep for three years. Pismo Monarch Butterfly Grove us. When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of Marie Brown • Al Capone’s business card said he was a Wednesday, 11th @ 2:00pm love and commitment. So it’s altogether fitting used furniture dealer. Pismo Beach to highlight a special couple who have been a Resident Birthdays • All 50 states are listed across the top of the Thousands of orange and black Monarch butterflies flock to Pismo Beach Lincoln Memorial on the back of the $5 bill. part of the Villages community for the past 7 Wally Nash - 1st • An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its brain. ½ years, Don and Sally Eggen. They married every year. These Monarchs are a special variety! The butterflies that seek Evelyn Beaule - 8th • Butterflies taste with their feet. in August of 1942, a beginning to a strongly shelter in Pismo Beach have a life span of six months as opposed to com- Don Eggen - 11th • In the last 4,000 years, no new animals have committed marriage of 72 years. We think this mon Monarchs that only live six weeks! Don’t miss this trip to learn more Irene Brackett - 13th been domesticated. makes them a part of a very exclusive club! about the unique life of these beautiful Monarchs, just before they head Kathleen “Katie” Milnar - 24th • Leonardo Da Vinci invented the scissors. Don Eggen was born in Hemet, California in 1922 and Sally was born in Chicago • No word in the English language rhymes back to their summer homes. in 1924. Their paths crossed in high school in Hemet where Don asked Sally out with month, orange, silver, or purple. on their first of many dates. Sally said she liked smart fellows, so she accepted his Staff Birthdays • On a Canadian two dollar bill, the flag flying over the Parliament building is an American invitation. She remembers their first date well because Don took her to the beach Come Create Valentine’s Cards Juan Martinez - 14th flag. and she ended up getting pretty sunburned. She laughs as she recalls this memory. Thursday, 12th @ 3:30pm Jennifer Espiritu - 16th • Our eyes are always the same size from Don and Sally were married in August of 1942 and after Don graduated from Activity Room Ryann Starcher - 21st birth, but our nose and ears never stop Whittier College he went on to teach at Penn State for the ASTP, the Army Special Get into the loving spirit of Valentine’s Day by giving someone a sweet growing. Training Program. They had their first of four children in 1943. Then they moved sentiment. We will be creating handmade cards to gift to the residents at Staff Anniversaries • Peanuts are one of the ingredients of once again, to Oakridge Tennessee where Don worked on the Manhattan Project, dynamite. a research and development project that produced the first atomic bombs during Sydney Creek for Valentine’s Day. These cards will be simple and easy to Katherine Uhler - 1 year • Rubber bands last longer when refrigerated. World War II. make, everyone is welcome! Laura Kuhn - 3 years • “Stewardesses” is the longest word typed After the war, Don and Sally moved a lot while they took on many exciting job with only the left hand; lollipop” with your opportunities. They moved to Ohio where Don attended Ohio State University and right. Sweets & Treats earned a degree in Nuclear Physics. Then after moving to California, Don went to • The Bible does not say there were three wise Saturday, 14th @ 2:00pm work for North American Aviation in Downey for seventeen years. Don and Sally men; it only says there were three gifts. Activity Room • The cruise liner, QE2, moves only six inches decided to move to Chicago. Sally worked for eight years as a wedding registrar for for each gallon of diesel that it burns. large department stores in the suburbs. Don worked for a year at Argonne National Everyone loves chocolate! This year we are celebrating Valentine’s Day, • The microwave was invented after a Laboratories. He also directed six international conferences in fast reactor design, the international holiday of love, with a variety of chocolate treats and researcher walked by a radar tube and a safety, and operation and served as a Professor of Nuclear Physics at Northwest- champagne. What a sweet time to come be social with your friends and chocolate bar melted in his pocket. ern University for the next 20 years until retirement. Upon retiring they both had loved ones! • The winter of 1932 was so cold that Niagara a year’s sabbatical in Aix En Provence, France. They traveled for ten weeks during Falls froze completely solid. their retirement, visiting many other European countries as well. • There are 293 ways to make change for a After their return, they settled in Thousand Oaks, California where Don’s mom Open Studio Painting dollar. resided. Even after retirement, Sally and Don’s servant hearts would not rest and Fridays, 6th & 20th @ 2pm - 4pm • Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur. • Your stomach has to produce a new layer they both volunteered: Sally at the local hospital and Don at the local library. They Activity Room of mucus every two weeks; otherwise it will made their last move to the Central Coast to be near their son. Sally has volun- If you have always wanted to try painting, or if you’ve painted in the past digest itself. teered at French Hospital for over 15 years. Don and Sally had four children, eight but you’re feeling “rusty”, this is a great class for you! This class provides grandchildren and five great grandchildren. They both lived at The Oaks for five encouraging step-by-step guidance as you explore and create in a re- Lea Bogoyevac years until moving into their apartment at Garden Creek where they have been for laxed environment. Select subjects of your choice, paint with acrylic or Executive Director the past 2 ½ years. Sally enjoys reading and playing solitaire on the computer and Smiles are contagious and Connie Don says he prefers a good nap. They can usually be found together at the bingo watercolors and discover your own style. This class will be led by Angela, helps us spread the cheer! table too! We are all happy to know them both and they are a blessing to our com- every other Friday, to help you embrace intuition and open a new world of munity at Garden Creek. creative possibilities! Assisted Living February -- With Love Garden Creek Don’t Miss These Dates! Super Super Bowl Party! Administrator’s Note: Resident Spotlight: Sunday, 1st @ 3:15pm Celebrations: Think you know everything? Did you know... 1st Floor Living Room - Don & Sally Eggen - Have you been following the road to the Super Bowl? We are excited for New Residents • A dime has 118 ridges around the edge. the big game and what’s better than watching football on a big screen Lorraine Yake • A cat has 32 muscles in each ear. February is a special month with much Max McFarland • A crocodile cannot stick out its tongue. TV?! Join us, cheer on your favorite team, and enjoy some snacks and a significance touching the secular, romantic, Hal Faulconer • A dragonfly has a life span of 24 hours. and spiritual realms. Although Valentine’s cold beer this Sunday afternoon. Chet Zinn • A “jiffy” is an actual unit of time for 1/100th Day lands on the 14th every February, most of a second. Marylyn Barnes of us can easily forget this day until it’s upon • A snail can sleep for three years. Pismo Monarch Butterfly Grove us. When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of Marie Brown • Al Capone’s business card said he was a Wednesday, 11th @ 2:00pm love and commitment. So it’s altogether fitting used furniture dealer. Pismo Beach to highlight a special couple who have been a Resident Birthdays • All 50 states are listed across the top of the Thousands of orange and black Monarch butterflies flock to Pismo Beach Lincoln Memorial on the back of the $5 bill. part of the Villages community for the past 7 Wally Nash - 1st • An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its brain. ½ years, Don and Sally Eggen. They married every year. These Monarchs are a special variety! The butterflies that seek Evelyn Beaule - 8th • Butterflies taste with their feet. in August of 1942, a beginning to a strongly shelter in Pismo Beach have a life span of six months as opposed to com- Don Eggen - 11th • In the last 4,000 years, no new animals have committed marriage of 72 years. We think this mon Monarchs that only live six weeks! Don’t miss this trip to learn more Irene Brackett - 13th been domesticated. makes them a part of a very exclusive club! about the unique life of these beautiful Monarchs, just before they head Kathleen “Katie” Milnar - 24th • Leonardo Da Vinci invented the scissors. Don Eggen was born in Hemet, California in 1922 and Sally was born in Chicago • No word in the English language rhymes back to their summer homes. in 1924. Their paths crossed in high school in Hemet where Don asked Sally out with month, orange, silver, or purple. on their first of many dates. Sally said she liked smart fellows, so she accepted his Staff Birthdays • On a Canadian two dollar bill, the flag flying over the Parliament building is an American invitation. She remembers their first date well because Don took her to the beach Come Create Valentine’s Cards Juan Martinez - 14th flag. and she ended up getting pretty sunburned. She laughs as she recalls this memory. Thursday, 12th @ 3:30pm Jennifer Espiritu - 16th • Our eyes are always the same size from Don and Sally were married in August of 1942 and after Don graduated from Activity Room Ryann Starcher - 21st birth, but our nose and ears never stop Whittier College he went on to teach at Penn State for the ASTP, the Army Special Get into the loving spirit of Valentine’s Day by giving someone a sweet growing. Training Program. They had their first of four children in 1943. Then they moved sentiment. We will be creating handmade cards to gift to the residents at Staff Anniversaries • Peanuts are one of the ingredients of once again, to Oakridge Tennessee where Don worked on the Manhattan Project, dynamite. a research and development project that produced the first atomic bombs during Sydney Creek for Valentine’s Day. These cards will be simple and easy to Katherine Uhler - 1 year • Rubber bands last longer when refrigerated. World War II. make, everyone is welcome! Laura Kuhn - 3 years • “Stewardesses” is the longest word typed After the war, Don and Sally moved a lot while they took on many exciting job with only the left hand; lollipop” with your opportunities. They moved to Ohio where Don attended Ohio State University and right. Sweets & Treats earned a degree in Nuclear Physics. Then after moving to California, Don went to • The Bible does not say there were three wise Saturday, 14th @ 2:00pm work for North American Aviation in Downey for seventeen years. Don and Sally men; it only says there were three gifts. Activity Room • The cruise liner, QE2, moves only six inches decided to move to Chicago. Sally worked for eight years as a wedding registrar for for each gallon of diesel that it burns. large department stores in the suburbs. Don worked for a year at Argonne National Everyone loves chocolate! This year we are celebrating Valentine’s Day, • The microwave was invented after a Laboratories. He also directed six international conferences in fast reactor design, the international holiday of love, with a variety of chocolate treats and researcher walked by a radar tube and a safety, and operation and served as a Professor of Nuclear Physics at Northwest- champagne. What a sweet time to come be social with your friends and chocolate bar melted in his pocket. ern University for the next 20 years until retirement. Upon retiring they both had loved ones! • The winter of 1932 was so cold that Niagara a year’s sabbatical in Aix En Provence, France. They traveled for ten weeks during Falls froze completely solid. their retirement, visiting many other European countries as well. • There are 293 ways to make change for a After their return, they settled in Thousand Oaks, California where Don’s mom Open Studio Painting dollar. resided. Even after retirement, Sally and Don’s servant hearts would not rest and Fridays, 6th & 20th @ 2pm - 4pm • Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur. • Your stomach has to produce a new layer they both volunteered: Sally at the local hospital and Don at the local library. They Activity Room of mucus every two weeks; otherwise it will made their last move to the Central Coast to be near their son. Sally has volun- If you have always wanted to try painting, or if you’ve painted in the past digest itself. teered at French Hospital for over 15 years. Don and Sally had four children, eight but you’re feeling “rusty”, this is a great class for you! This class provides grandchildren and five great grandchildren. They both lived at The Oaks for five encouraging step-by-step guidance as you explore and create in a re- Lea Bogoyevac years until moving into their apartment at Garden Creek where they have been for laxed environment. Select subjects of your choice, paint with acrylic or Executive Director the past 2 ½ years. Sally enjoys reading and playing solitaire on the computer and Smiles are contagious and Connie Don says he prefers a good nap. They can usually be found together at the bingo watercolors and discover your own style. This class will be led by Angela, helps us spread the cheer! table too! We are all happy to know them both and they are a blessing to our com- every other Friday, to help you embrace intuition and open a new world of munity at Garden Creek. creative possibilities! Memory Care February -- Fun to be Had! Sydney Creek It’s a busy month! Administrator’s Note: Resident Spotlight Enchantment by the Candle Light Trio Friday, 6th @ 3:00pm celebrations: Dearest Family & Friends, - DuPre “Jack” Sassard - The Palms Living Room My last announcement to you about our chang- Enjoy an afternoon of music and delight in the melodies of violins and guitar es in the management team at Sydney Creek was By Linda Dirlam New Residents as the Candle Light Trio take us on a musical journey. Join us as this vibrant in November at our Thanksgiving Family Dinner. With Special Contributions by Daughter, Ellen Dayton. Ruth Helen Dalbey group of musicians captivates us with their dulcet tones. I would like to take this opportunity to recap the Jeanne Miller latest news. DuPre “Jack” Sassard was born on October Charles & Carolyn Stockstill In November, Jenny Molinar, Director of Family 19, 1916, in Olar, South Carolina to Rosa Amelia Hearts and Spirits Services, left Sydney Creek to pursue her educa- Parry Sassard and the Methodist Reverend Achille Friday, 13th @ 3:00pm tion at USC. This was followed by the resignation Sassard. He had two older sisters, Margaret and Resident Birthdays Elizabeth. The Palms Living Room of Cory Segundo, Director of Wellness, as well as Ed Percy - 4th Through several generations, Jack’s family had Join us for our Valentine’s Day cocktail social! Socialize with your friends while the departure of Julie Ballo, Executive Director. a printing business. Alongside this venture was Mrs. Sassard’s Preserves, listening to Cole Porter favorites and sipping on your Valentine’s Day drink of Shirley Piedalue - 4th As promised, I relocated my primary office to another family legacy that began in 1917 in a little backyard kitchen. The next choice. Hylde Nommay - 5th Sydney Creek to make myself available as sup- 45 years saw the expansion of this small canning business, which survived the port to our residents, families, and staff. Thank Great Depression as well as World War II. Mary Wood - 6th you for welcoming me and thank you for sharing Jack received his Bachelor of Science degree from Wofford College in Singing in the Rain Betty Hollingshead - 11th Spartanburg, South Carolina in 1936. He also attended Medical School for your thoughts and ideas to help us improve our Saturday, 21st - Bus Leaves @ 1:30pm about a year until his father was killed in a train/car collision. Ken Lintz - 13th services for your loved ones. Jack was married three times. His wives were named Helen, Jane and Ai- SLO Little Theater Betty Crow - 14th Here’s what’s happening today and on the leen. He became the proud father of three children including his son Michael, Don your rain coat and hat for one of the greatest musicals of all time! The SLO Mary Schwartz - 17th horizon: who resides in Florida, daughter Ellen, of San Luis Obispo, and daughter Little Theater is producing the family favorite, “Singing in the Rain” and The Bob Covey - 21st • Jenny Molinar continues to play a role at Carol, who is deceased. Five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren Villages is providing shuttle service. Please refer to the Activity book for ticket Sydney Creek by facilitating monthly family round out the Sassard clan. Mary Serfozo - 21st Jack amassed time in the Armed Forces as a colonel. He had a very illus- information and sign-up. support groups as well as 1:1 counseling ses- trious career in the service. Between 1937 and 1941 he ran the North Carolina Betty Sawyer - 27th sions for those who desire added support. CCC Camp with Lionel Ritchie’s father. The Civilian Conservation Corps No Suitcase Required • Carla Muller, Community Relations Coor- was a public works project intended to promote environmental conservation Wednesday, 25th & Friday, 27th @ 3:00pm dinator, joined our Sydney Creek family in and to build good citizens through vigorous, disciplined, outdoor labor. The Employee Birthdays December. She has a wealth of experience in Army trained Jack in G-2 intelligence where he worked with the British relay- The Palms Living Room Neely Ashley - 9th ing the decoded Enigma messages to the U.S. Allied High Command, as seen senior placement and care. Visit faraway places without leaving the comforts of home! Join Palms resi- Veronica Del Cid - 9th in the 2014 movie, “The Imitation Game.” In 1946 Jack was in charge of one dents, Jim & Ann Farmer, on the 25th as they present their National Geographic • Susana Garza, LVN (currently our Lead of the receiving sites where the Army collected stolen art (monuments) into Kaitlin Martin - 14th Nurse) has accepted the promotion to Direc- Expedition on the Columbia River. On the 27th, our Life Enrichment Director, 30 locations as seen in the 2014 movie, “The Monuments Men.” This past Oc- Marc Villa - 15th tor of Wellness. Over the past two months, tober Jack and his daughter Ellen had the privilege of attending a special lun- Faith Carlson will be back from her recent vacation to Turkey and will have her Frank Concepcion - 20th Susana has been instrumental in ensuring cheon held in tribute to World War II veterans. Of a roomful of servicemen personal photos and stories to share with you. the safety & wellbeing of our residents. and servicewomen, Jack was in the spotlight as the oldest attendee at age 98. Jane Lefebre - 21st In addition to Jack’s time spent in the U.S. Army, he worked for McCormick & Lastly, we continue to recruit for an Executive Company Spices from 1947- 1980, serving in the capacities of sales, advertis- Director. We are working on securing a very ing, and management including a position as West Coast CEO. Employee Anniversaries capable individual to serve in an interim capac- Jack’s faith was important to him. His father was a circuit Methodist Peter McBride - 1 year ity (along with my continued presence/sup- minister in rural South Carolina. Jack belonged to a number of organizations port) while we move forward with the recruiting including Kiwanis, Rotary, RSVP, SCORE and Carmel Valley Homeowners Malik Shahbal - 2 years Association. process. Anthony Leon - 6 years Over the years Jack enjoyed home renovations, stamp collecting, horses, The gang happily pose after We deeply value your relationship with Sydney Cheryl Ebbert - 8 years and miniature home building. His model of the San Luis Obispo Mission is wine tasting at Vina Robles in Creek and are committed to providing you with in the SLO Mission Museum. His miniatures of Williamsburg, Virginia were Paso Robles. Margarita Perry - 15 years the highest level of service and care. If you have donated to the Monterey County Historical Society. He was also a talented any further questions or comments please feel public and motivational speaker. In 1965, he was awarded the Valley Forge free to discuss it with any of us at (805)543-2350. Freedom Foundation medal for his public speaking. A visit to Jack’s room at Sydney Creek is a visit into his past, wonderfully Sincerely, illustrated by the display of special honors bestowed upon him during mili- Lisa Hulse, tary service to his country and we are honored to have him here with us. Vice President of Operations Retirement Living February -- Fun & Feathers! The Palms & The Oaks Mark Your Calendar!