Bringing the World Assisted Living at Stratford Court a Little Bit Closer As we wind down 2020, and welcome 2021, we’re SIGNATURE PROGRAM going to have a little fun the last few weeks of the year! DECEMBER 2020 Join Five Star as we spotlight and celebrate five regions of the world. You’ll be able to create works of art, learn fun facts or noodle over puzzles. Each week you will have the opportunity to indulge in cuisine from each region as well. As we celebrate the holidays, this is a great way to expand your mind! Through Dec. 4th • Far East—China, Japan, Hong Kong and more Dec. 7th-11th • Scandinavia—Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Finland Dec. 14th-18th • Caribbean—Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Haiti, Mexico & more Dec. 21st-25th • United States of America Dec. 28th-Jan. 1st • Europe—France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Hungary Oh Holy Night Please wear your mask and practice social distancing as Don’t just tolerate the cold, give it a we comply with national and local COVID-19 guidelines. warm welcome! As the days grow shorter Holiday Contact the Lifestyle 360 Office to arrange a visit and colder, it can be tempting to spend HAPPY all your time indoors. But why stay inside in person or through Zoom or FaceTime. when there are plenty of winter wonderlands Happenings! HANUKKAH to see outdoors? During the evening, the peacefulness and majesty of the night sky This is traditionally the most wonderful time of the year at Stratford Court! This year, though we continue to deal with the effects of the pandemic, we’ve “decked the Residents’ Appreciation Fund is something to behold! Enjoy nature The Residents’ Appreciation Fund is collected and distributed to all with all of the clarity and pristine beauty halls,” hung the stockings and will celebrate the season with a variety of programs and hourly employees twice a year—October 25th to December 5th and April 25th the December nights offer. This spiritual events sure to evoke warm thoughts of the holiday season. to June 5th. As Stratford Court employees are prohibited from accepting gifts and emotional connection with our universe We will kick off the festivities with our annual Holiday or gratuities of any kind, this is an ideal way to show your appreciation for all at the end of this year is a welcome Family Night, a great way to spend the time with residents, families and staff. This year we’re featuring amazing entertainment they do on your behalf. The lock box for collecting these contributions is opportunity to reflect on the past as well by JK Crum. Mark your calendar and call the Activities located on the wall opposite the Card Room. All contributions remain completely as the future new year and new beginnings. Office to R.S.V.P. for Thursday, December 3rd, at 4:00 p.m. anonymous. “Sometimes all you need to do is just hold on to yourself! Hanukkah, the Jewish Another tradition which we’re keeping alive this year is Look at the stars in the sky, “Festival of Lights,” begins our Holiday Photo Shoot. Let us help get you into a glamorous listen to the sweet murmurings at sundown on Thursday, pose and then, click, we’ll take your picture and give you a print to keep or gift to your loved one. We have sessions scheduled on Friday, the 4th of the breeze, December 10th. The inhale the fragrance of the night, and Thursday, the 10th. 45 Katherine Boulevard • Palm Harbor, FL 34684 and you will feel fine!” menorah holds nine candles, Don’t miss a great Courtyard Concert, featuring JK Crum, on Wednesday, the ―AVIJEET DAS of which the shammus 16th. It’s going to be a good time in the great outdoors, but you must sign up! (727) 787-1500 (center) candle is lit and then Create your own Silly Santa Hat on Friday, the 18th, at 11:00 a.m. Then, on DECEMBER an additional candle added Tuesday, the 22nd, we will vote to see who has the best hat! www.StratfordCourtRetirement.com each evening over the course Wrap up the season and “ring in the new year” at our exciting Noon Year’s Eve Bash of the eight-night observance. on Thursday, the 31st, beginning at 11:00 a.m. BIRTHDAYS We’re trying to do the best we can—all the while wearing facemasks, maintaining ASSISTED LIVING STAFF We offer best wishes for Executive Director ..............................................Merrilee Lang social distancing and encouraging hand washing. Also, friend and family visits can be Bernice P. a Joyous Hanukkah to our arranged through the Activity Department. Please try to give 24-48 hours notice when Healthcare Administrator ................................................Lisa Befort December 3rd Jewish friends. scheduling. We can be safe and still have a wonderful holiday season! Resident Services Director............................................Sue Gianelli Rudy M. Activity and Volunteer Director..................................Star Samuels Stratford Court December 6th Human Resources Manager.........................................Anna Burroughs has been certified Director of Engineering.........................................................Josh Wilson Stratford Court by J.D. Power for Food and Beverage Coordinator..........................................Ron Fisher extends our best providing Directors of Community Relations......Julie Frenzel, Shana Swenton wishes for a 2019 CERTIFIED “An outstanding wonderful day! SENIOR LIVING Senior Living Assisted Living Facility License No. 7774 COMMUNITY © 2020, Stratford Court. All Rights Reserved. Produced by Rick Weech Design & Print • www.RickWeech.com Community Experience” STRATFORD COURT ASSISTED LIVING DECEMBER 2020 STRATFORD COURT ASSISTED LIVING Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Birthday of Bingo Cookie Day Social Saturday 10:00 Morning Moves 10:00 Move Along/ 10:00 Yoga with 1 2 3 10:00 Morning Moves 4 10:00 Virtual Catholic Mass 5 11:00 Brain Games Sing Along Workout Essential Oils 11:00 Trivia—Team Battle 11:00 Sit and Be Fit 1:30 Holiday Crafts 11:00 Mind Benders—Riddles 1:00 Classic Sitcom—“I Love Lucy” 1:00 Bingo with Carol 1:00 Courtyard Convos 11:00 Test Your Knowledge— with Emily DECEMBER Asia 2:00 Prim and Primp— 2:30 HOLIDAY PHOTO SHOOT 2:00 Let’s Explore the World— 2:00 Happy Hour with Asia Prepping for Family Night 5:00 Wine Down Fridays 1:00 Bingo Blitz! Entertainment by 4:00 FAMILY NIGHT 3:00 Holiday Matinee Movie— 2:00 Holiday Decorating JK Crum JK Crum Entertains 6:00 Hallmark Holiday Movie (68) “A Christmas Detour” 2020 6:00 Word Scramble Packet Happy Birthday Bernice P. CALENDAR SUBJECT TO CHANGE. 6:00 Rest, Reflect, Relax 6:00 Activity Packets Cookie Exchange 10:00 Yoga with 10:00 Move and Shake— HANUKKAH 10:00 Morning Moves 10:00 Virtual Catholic Mass 6 Week 7 8 9 BEGINS AT SUNDOWN 10 11 12 10:00 Virtual Church Service Essential Oils Fifties Music Workout 11:00 Trivia—Team Face Off 11:00 Noodle Exercise 11:00 Yoga with Essential Oils 10:00 Meditation Monday 11:00 Can We Stump You? 11:00 Food Committee 11:00 America Says Trivia Game 10:00 Morning Moves 1:00 Let’s Explore the World— 1:00 Are You Smarter Than 1:00 Bingo with Carol 1:00 Let’s Talk Cookies 11:00 Resident Council Scandinavia a Fifth Grader—Trivia 1:00 Who Knew? 1:00 Welcome Committee 3:00 Cookie Cart Visits Rooms 2:00 Remember When— 1:00 HOLIDAY PHOTO SHOOT 2:00 Crossword 3:00 Holiday Matinee Movie— Scandinavia Meets 5:00 Wine Down Fridays Winter Treats “A Christmas Detour” 2:00 Pictionary Fun 4:00 Wine Down Wednesday 2:00 Crafters Corner 3:00 Holiday Matinee Movie— 3:00 Bingo with Carol 6:00 Hallmark Holiday Movie (68) 4:00 Courtyard Convos 3:30 Bingo “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” 5:00 Wine and Dine 3:00 Family Feud Trivia 6:00 Holiday Movie Feature— 6:00 Activity Packets Happy Birthday Rudy M. 6:00 Hallmark Holiday Movie (68) 6:00 Individual Pursuits “Christmas with the Kranks” 6:00 Read a Good Book 10:00 Virtual Church 10:00 Morning Moves 10:00 Yoga with 10:00 Jukebox Jam Exercise 10:00 Morning Moves 10:00 Morning Moves 10:00 Virtual Catholic Mass 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Service 11:00 Let’s Talk—Decorations Essential Oils 11:00 Wheel of Fortune 11:00 Mind Benders— 11:00 Believe It or Not— 11:00 Sit and Be Fit 1:00 Decorating Christmas 11:00 Morning Movels 1:00 Holiday Word Scramble 11:00 Guess Who? Staff Trivia Riddles True or False Trivia 1:00 Let’s Explore the World— Stockings U.S.A. 1:00 Crosswords 2:00 Remember When— 1:00 Test Your Knowledge— 2:00 Courtyard Concert 1:00 Did You Know? 1:00 Silly Santa Hat Decorating 2:00 Holiday Matinee Movie— 2:00 Word Chaos Snow Days U.S.A. Starring JK Crum Fun Facts 3:00 Bingo with Carol “Prancer” 3:00 Holiday Matinee Movie— 3:00 Cranium Crunches 2:00 Word Chaos 3:00 HOLIDAY PHOTO SHOOT 2:00 Family Feud Trivia 5:00 Wine and Dine 5:00 Wine Down Fridays 4:00 Courtyard Convos “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” 5:00 Wine and Dine 4:00 Hot Cocoa Cart Room Visits 6:00 Holiday Movie Feature— 3:00 Word Chaos 6:00 Hallmark Holiday Movie (68) 6:00 Holiday Magazine 4:00 Courtyard Convos 6:00 Hallmark Holiday Movie (68) 6:00 Individual Pursuits “Christmas in Connecticut” 6:00 Activity Packets Scavenger Hunt MERRY 10:00 Virtual Praise 10:00 Morning Moves 10:00 Yoga with 10:00 Morning Moves CHRISTMAS EVE 10:00 Virtual Catholic Mass 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 and Worship 11:00 Puzzle Packets Delivered Essential Oils 11:00 Inquiring Minds— 10:00 Jingle Jam Exercise CHRISTMAS 11:00 Noodle Exercise 11:00 Jingle Joints Exercise 1:00 History Buffs— 11:00 Riddle Me This? 10:00 Rockin’ Around the 11:00 Silly Santa Hat Voting Fun Facts Christmas Tree Exercise 1:00 Let’s Explore the World— 1:00 Christmas Carols Trivia The History of Christmas Christmas Carols