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the PINECONEThe Magazine of Kirby Pines Retirement Community • September 2014 | V. 32 | I. 9 VIOLA WATKINS WITH HER SON, BILL WATKINS LIFE CARE IS THE SMARTEST DECISION A FAMILY CAN MAKE Intellectual Wellness | Health Aging | Resident Spotlight: John & Georgia Harkins | Social Scenes Kirby Pines Retirement Community September means tradition is managed by at Kirby Pines Traditionally, September marks the beginning of the school year. However, as well as to continuously be voted the for many across the country the school Memphis Most! BOARD OF DIRECTORS year now begins in August. For the Dr. James Latimer, Chairman retired educators living at Kirby Pines, To celebrate this thirty-first Mr. Rudy Herzke, President now is a time to reflect back on the years anniversary, much work and effort has Mr. Berry Terry, Secretary/Treasurer of service given to so many students. been put into this year’s Lighting of the Rev. Richard Coons For others, September signifies the end Lake ceremony. Each year a theme and Mr. Jim Ethridge Dr. Fred Grogan of summer and the last national holiday color is selected, and this year the theme Ms. Mary Ann Hodges (Labor Day) until Thanksgiving. I can is Praise, and the color is Violet. Both Mr. Boyd Rhodes, Jr. remember growing up and spending the theme and color are certain to add a RCA STAFF several Labor Day weekends camping feeling of warmth within our hearts and Charlie Trammell in the Texas Hill Country. September a smile to everyone’s face. So make President, RCA for Kirby Pines is especially significant, plans now to join us for this celebration, KIRBY PINES STAFF for the food and company that follows because it is the month we celebrate our Michael Escamilla anniversary. the event, and most importantly for Executive Director, Kirby Pines the start of another great year at Kirby Annette Marlar Pines Retirement Community. Thirty-one years of service to older Director of Medical Services and HR adults is truly a feat that could not Lyle Bohlman, M.D. have happened without the support of Michael Medical Director residents and their families, employees, Escamilla, Linda Huston and our Board of Directors. These Executive Director of Accounting individuals make up the team that Director, Don Johnson allows Kirby Pines to rank among the Kirby Pines Chaplain largest and most successful life care retirement communities in the country, Cheryl Grimes Director of Activities/Social Events Daniel Longstreth ON THE PINECONE COVER Director of Environmental Services Viola Watkins moved to Kirby Pines in 2001, after attending a luncheon, Chuck Neeley presented by Jeff Minton, one of our Life Care Advisors. The luncheon was set up Director of Maintenance in a way that anyone with questions or concerns about Kirby Pines or Life Care, Patrick O’Brien would have their queries met immediately to put their minds at ease. Ms. Watkins Director of Dining Services signed up the very next day and has been a happy Kirby resident ever since. Mike Rayder Director of Grounds & Landscaping This is what Life Care is all about, putting families minds at ease. Viola’s son, Calvin Sims Bill Watkins, of Watkins Uiberall, PLLC, a local accounting and advisory firm, Director of Security could not be more pleased with their decision to move his mother to Kirby Pines. Faye Smith He knows she is well taken care of now, and because they chose Life Care, she will Director of Transportation also be taken care of for the rest of her life, providing both security and financial peace of mind. This magazine is produced by R.C.A. Marketing Department located at 6465 N. Quail Hollow Rd., Suite 400 Over the last 13 years, Viola has very much enjoyed living at Kirby. She admits Memphis, TN 38120, 901-794-2598 [email protected] her social calendar has slowed down a bit, at 92, despite the variety of activities offered each month. When it comes to what she has loved the most about making Electronic version of The Pinecone is Kirby her home, she says, “They have the nicest people around”...... available at www.kirbypines.com • 2 • The Pinecone | September 2014 welcome to 3535 Kirby Road • Memphis, TN 38115 Sylvia Baldwin Andy Boles Nadine Clark Sylvia Baldwin comes to Kirby New resident, Andy Boles, says Nadine Clark was born in Gallipolis, Pines from her previous home in he’s still unpacking boxes and looking Ohio (a close neighbor of West Virginia) Jacksonville, Arkansas. for the best placements for furniture and and lived for many years in Conroe, Texas. accessories brought to his new Garden She has one son and two grandchildren. Sylvia wanted to be a nurse since Home here at Kirby Pines. His task at Her professional career was 26 years as she was about 8 years old. So, it’s not hand is a familiar one to all of us, but an an International Reservations Agent with surprising that her professional career exciting one, as well. Continental Airlines and, later, United was in the medical arena, working as Airlines. An accomplishment of which a Registered Nurse after earning her Andy and his wife, Robbie, she is most proud is perfect attendance for Associate Degree at Arkansas State have a son and daughter, as well 9 years (including 7 consecutive years) University. She was fortunate that as four granddaughters. He is a while at Continental Airlines. the University offered classes at the native Memphian, having attended Little Rock Air Force Base where her Nadine tells us that she’s blessed to Whitehaven High School and Memphis husband, Lawrence, was stationed. have her best friend here with her. The State University. Before retirement, best friend is Toby, a 10-year old Old She and her husband, Lawrence, he was in pharmaceutical sales for 38 English Sheep Dog, one that Nadine were married 57 years before he passed years; 32 years with Schering/Plough. delivered along with 9 other pups. She away in 2008. They have a family of 4 His work was his life, especially after credits Toby as the only reason she made children, 8 grandchildren, and 5 great- his wife, Robbie, passed away in 1986. it through 2013 – characterized as the grand children. Frequent moves were His children graduated from college worst year of her life. In 2013, she lost the norm for this military family, but and moved away to start their respective her mother, husband, and was diagnosed she holds pleasant memories of visiting career paths. with breast cancer. Toby kept her going Europe, Bermuda, Hawaii, and many because she knew no one would care for trips to the beach. Andy has vacationed in Paris and him like she would. Jamaica, and visited most states in the She prefers popular music of the Her interests include sports and golf. United States as part of his work in 40s and 50s, as well as classical music. Her favorite foods and drinks are Italian the pharmaceutical industry. He’s firm Her hobbies include reading, movies, food and Margaritas. She also very much about one thing; namely, he will never and crocheting. enjoys country music. have to get on an airplane again! This lovely lady is finding her niche Welcome Nadine, you have much in here, through the kindness of other We are pleased that Andy Boles common with our community which is residents. The folks at Kirby Pines are chose to join the Kirby Pines Residential home to a host of dog lovers, as well as known for its reaching out to draw new Community. He will find multiple other residents that share your preferences residents into the fold. Sylvia, you’re in opportunities to give his talents and in music, food, and fellowship. We are good hands here. We wish you all the interests in support of our programs. pleased that you’ve chosen Kirby Pines best. Welcome, Andy. to be your home! The Pinecone | September 2014 • 3 • Exercise is the Key to EXERCISE SCHEDULE FOR THE Healthy Aging OASIS Starting or maintaining a regular exercise routine can be a Advanced Water Aerobics challenge as you get older. You may feel discouraged by illness, Monday & Wednesday 8:30 am-9:30 am ongoing health problems, or concerns about injuries or falls. Or, if you’ve never exercised before, you may not know Exercise in the PAC where to begin. Or perhaps you think you’re too old Monday, Wednesday & Friday or frail, or that exercise is boring or simply 9:30 am not for you. Tai Chi Monday While these may seem 2:00 pm like good reasons to slow Men’s Only Water Aerobics down and take it easy as Tuesday & Thursday you age, they’re actually even 8:30 am - 9:15 am better reasons to get moving. Exercise can Arthritis Foundation Water Aerobics energize your mood, Tuesday & Thursday relieve stress, help you 9:30 am - 10:15 am manage symptoms of illness and pain, and improve your overall sense of well-being. Arthritis Foundation In fact, exercise is the key to staying strong, energetic, and healthy as you get older. Sit/Stand Class And it can even be fun, too. Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 am - 11:45 am No matter your age or your current physical condition, you can benefit from exercise. Reaping the rewards of exercise doesn’t require strenuous workouts or trips Walk With Ease Monday & Wednesday to the gym. It’s about adding more movement and activity to your life, even in small 10:30 am - 11:30 am ways. Whether you are generally healthy or are managing an illness—even if you’re housebound—there are many easy ways to get your body moving and improve your health.