| Auburn Hills |
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HarborChase Auburn Hills- Father's Day
This father's day we honored all of our father's within our community. Below is a letter selected to be highlighted for Father's Day.
Emil is my stepdad but I can't tell you how much he did for me and my mom. Emil was married to Jane for 38 years. Jane was not well the last few years of her life. Emil took excellent care of her as well as taking care of grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, sometimes preparing meals etc. He was my mom's major care-giver as I was working full time at the time my mom was sick. He did so very many things that are too numerous to mention. He cared for Jane in place of taking care of himself sometimes.
Emil cares very much for his family. He did so many things for me like watching over my car in terms of its care and maintenance as he was very much the "car" person (he worked for General Motors). If I needed a ride to my work in downtown Detroit, dad was there to take me to work then he would go on to his office and then I would ride home with him at the end of the work day.
Take a look at the pictures in dad's room......he has a picture of everyone in the family!! Emil (dad) is one of the hardest workers I have ever known. He was always meticulous and everything had to be perfect from the perfectly trimmed bushes to the shiny waxed car. Emil took great pride in all that he did at home, for his family and at his work. I am grateful that he's my dad.
Sincerely,
Laura Dawson
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| Columbia |
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HarborChase Columbia – Car Show
Harbor Chase of Columbia hosted an antique car show in June. The Palmetto A's Car Club arranged to bring several cars much to our resident delight. The residents enjoyed reminiscing about the old cars. Many shared stories of their first date in the rumble seat and there first car after they were married, of course. The residents, family members, visitors, staff and Pepper, our favorite puppy truly enjoyed the event. They all got the chance to vote on their favorite car. Mrs. Happy Begg owned the winning car. Lunch was served in our dining room highlighted by the announcement of the winning cars. The rain held off and the clouds kept the temperature bearable for this event so that all could enjoy the afternoon of reminiscing and visiting. (View photo)
HarborChase Columbia – Father's Day
What a great day to be a DAD. We enjoyed a wonderful father's day celebration here at HarborChase. All of the dad's gathered for a "men's only" celebration! They enjoyed root beer floats in frosty mugs, and a table full of food , with everything from corn dogs to pretzels. A variety of games were played, some enjoyed cards, while others played darts. It was so much fun, they even allowed a few ladies to join in on the fun!! We all had a great time celebrating our Dad's , and look forward to next year!
| Coral Springs |
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Harbor Chase Coral Springs – Happy Hour
Its 5:00 somewhere…and at Harbor Chase of Coral Springs that means Happy Hour on Friday afternoons. Have you ever looked up and said, "Friday already?" between word games, lunch outings, and bingo the week can really breeze by. Here at HarborChase of Coral Springs the Leaders, Associates, Volunteers, Family members, and residents always come together for a Friday happy hour to celebrate. We enjoy strawberry daiquiris-snacks of chips and pretzels, music and light conversation. It is a nice time for everyone to sit back, relax, and enjoy each other's company. Everyone looks forward to spending this time together. (View photo)
| Gainesville |
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HarborChase Gainesville- Butterfly Garden
In June, the residents went to the Butterfly Garden at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Residents came face-to-face with exotic, vibrant butterflies fluttering atop a lush tropical canvas of foliage and flowers as they experienced the Butterfly Rainforest, the Florida Museum of Natural History's newest permanent exhibit. The screened vivarium houses tropical plants and trees to support 60 to 80 different species and hundreds of free-flying butterflies. The residents strolled through the Butterfly Rainforest on a winding path and relax to the sounds of cascading waterfalls. (View photo)
HarborChase Gainesville- Luau
On July 23, HarborChase of Gainesville held a Hawaiian Luau for our residents and family members. The dining room was transformed into a Hawaiian Paradise where the residents enjoyed musical entertainment and karaoke. Everyone got into the spirit of the Luau by wearing lays, grass skirts, sunglasses, and straw hats. In the first picture, Vivian is dancing with Denise our Beautician. In the Second picture, Lisa our occupational therapist enjoys a fast dance with Vivian. In the third picture, Joe and Cristin get into the spirit of the Luau. Residents and family members enjoyed the Hawaiian Luau and look forward to our next big party in August, our Bedrock Bash! (View photo)
| Huntsville |
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HarborChase Huntsville – Trip to Chattanooga
HarborChase Huntsville Residents enjoyed an amazing trip to Chattanooga TN. It was a breathtaking adventure for everyone who went this month! The first stop on their agenda was the Chattanooga Riverboat Co., here everyone boarded the famous Southern Belle for a relaxing lunch cruise. Then , they were off to Lookout Mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery as they rode up the mountain on The Incline Railway! Everyone had such a wonderful time . This is definitely a trip that will be taken again next year! (View photo)
| Jacksonville |
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HarborChase Jacksonville- Pet Therapy Program
The addition of Pet Therapy to HarborChase of Jacksonville has been a wonderful experience for our Memory Care residents. Pet Therapy is a superb way to benefit seniors emotionally, physically, and mentally. Volunteers are able to bring in their pets to HarborChase for our residents offering the love and attention of the animal without the necessary custodial requirements of owning a pet. In particular, our Memory Care residents have received what we believe has been the greatest benefit. Recent studies have shown Pet Therapy has an effect on cognitive behaviors and reducing agitation and stress levels. Regular contact with animals have reduced these agitated behaviors and made our residents stay in Memory Care more comforting, especially during sun downing hours. We are so fortunate to have volunteers that have joined our family to share joy with our residents and make a difference in their lives. (View photo)
HarborChase Jacksonville- Fashion Show
HarborChase of Jacksonville's First Annual Fashion Show was a great success! Residents dressed in designer clothing or themed outfits and walked the catwalk to model. Families, residents, associates, and guests snapped pictures of the residents and enjoyed the show. The resident models took turns putting on a number of different outfits, it was difficult to tell who was having a better time, our resident models or our guests! Our Director of Life Enrichment, Abbey Miller, hosted the Fashion Show and was also the MC for the event introducing each resident and explaining the designer/theme outfits they were modeling. We are looking forward to this being an annual event at HarborChase of Jacksonville.
| Naples |
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HarborChase Naples – Car Show
On June 20th from 10am - 12:00pm HarborChase Naples hosted a father's day event with "West Coast Muscle Car Club". They brought 20 of their best cars to show off to our residents and community alike. We had everything from a 1966 convertible, pony seat mustang…..to street hot rods. Everyone who came saw something that brought back great memories.
Our wonderful cook Pam, served up some of the best hamburger and hotdogs with chips, corn on the cob
and ice cold watermelon.
A fun time was had by all.
HarborChase Naples – Ladies Tea Social
What is a day at Harborchase Naples with our Ladies Tea Social. Every other month we host a social complete with hats, crumpets and a great selection of teas from abroad. We have great conversation along with sampling all the varieties of tea. This month we were so excited to have a gentleman join us, and yes he wore a hat also. (View photo)
HarborChase Naples – Luau
The residents had a wonderful time at our Luau held June 16th at Harborchase of Naples. We started out with an authentic Hawaiian lunch, cooked by our wonderful team. After lunch we learned to do the hula with "The Hula Connection" dancers. Everyone was either trying to do the hand movement or standing and swaying their hips to the music. After the hula was mastered by all, we moved into our costume contest…Congratulations to Louise G and Shirleen G. who tied for first place.
We finished our day with music and dancing to DJ Stevenson . Aloha to all and to all a good night.
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| North Collier |
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It's Peanut Butter and Jelly Time!
During the months of April and May the staff and family members of HarborChase Memory Care held a drive to collect peanut butter and jelly for St. Matthew's House. With the school year almost done and access to free lunches for the neediest students coming to a halt for the summer, staples like peanut butter and jelly will be necessary items in the approximately 200 grocery bags distributed each week by St. Matthew's House. Through the generosity of the community and our family members we are pleased to report we had 29 jars (1088.90 ounces) of peanut butter and 27 jars (700 ounces) of jelly donated and HarborChase Memory Care matched those donations delivering 66 jars of peanut butter and 48 jars of jelly to St. Matthew's House!
Thank you again for helping us give to those who are needy in Lee and Collier County.
"How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these." ~ George Washington Carver
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| Sterling Heights |
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HarborChase Sterling Heights- Father's Day
This year for Father's Day we had our families write a letter about their dad and what he means to them. We then read through all the letters and picked the one that touched us the most. The winner was Wende Crowton whose dad is Robert Sova. Her letter was very touching and made us understand how much her dad means to her. We presented Wende with a framed copy of the letter she wrote and a gift card at our Carnival on June 18th. Wende was very emotional, so we had to read the letter for her. She said it was an honor that we picked her letter and was extremely happy that she was able to express on paper how much her dad means to her. (View photo)
HarborChase Sterling Heights- Carnival Day
On June 18, we celebrated our 2nd Annual Carnival. This year the weather cooperated very nicely and we were able to be outside. We had a petting zoo with a pony for the kids to ride, a clown named Wowwie who was a lady that also painted faces, a gentleman who came with Wowwie and made balloon animals, a bake sale, all kinds of carnival food like hot dogs and popcorn, musical entertainment, and lots of games to play. Wowwie was a huge hit! All the kids got their faces painted and had a blast. The petting zoo was also great. They brought a baby goat to hold and a pony for the kids to ride. We sold the food and baked goods so the money can be donated to the Alzheimer's Association. It was a wonderful event and we can't wait until next year to do it all again! (View photo)
HarborChase Sterling Heights- Luau
In July HarborChase hosted a Luau. Two professional hula dancers performed for our residents. It was a very fun event! The residents all wore leis and we had tropical snacks for them. The residents loved to see the ladies dance! A couple of our residents got up and joined them. One of our residents is in a wheelchair and she was learning the movements while in her chair- she had a blast! Karen and Kasandra, two ladies in our Lifestyle Enrichment Department really helped to get our residents dancing and having fun at the Luau. We hope to be able to invite them back soon. (View photo)
| Tallahassee |
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HarborChase Tallahassee- Father's Day Tribute
HarborChase of Tallahassee honored all fathers by asking family members to submit a letter expressing their love and memories of their fathers. Several wonderful letters were submitted. The winning letter was submitted by Nancy Hoffman in honor of her father John Olson. He was presented with a framed copy of the letter along with a box of chocolates. He was touched by the letter submitted by his daughter and is looking forward to enjoying the delicious chocolates!
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HarborChase Tallahassee- Christmas in July
Oh what fun it is to celebrate Christmas In July! HarborChase of Tallahassee began their holiday the third week of July. First the residents made decorations by hand, and decorated the tree in the lobby. Then we celebrated by singing Christmas carols and ringing bells with our famous music therapist Hakeem, Santa sang and visited during one of our lunches, and we wrapped up the holiday with, "Its' a Wonderful Life", with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. Our Christmas in July was pure enjoyment of the holiday without the stress! (View photo)
| Tamarac |
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HarborChase Tamarac – Father's Day
On Sunday, June 20, 2010, HarborChase of Tamarac celebrated with the Father's and Grandpa's in our community. We dined on a delicious lunch of filet mignon, sautéed vegetables and rich pilaf. Following this, the residents and families were singing and dancing with our entertainer, Susan Rose. We shared a story written by Jemma Manela for her Grandpa Seymour Bross:
My Grandpa Seymour Bross
My Grandpa, as explained by my mom, was a very quiet, solitary man who was often an outsider from his family's life. She went on to elaborate that "yes" he loved his family, but had a difficult time being emotionally close. When I was born, lucky for my Grandpa and me all of that changed. We hit it off from the start. It was love at first sight. It was as though he was a bumble bee and I was a pot of honey. When I was a newborn, he would visit me daily and watch me in my swing. As I began to walk, Grandpa was right beside me taking me on my first walks down the street. Soon, when I learned to ride a tricycle, Grandpa would have me pedal along side of him as we raced to the park. I have the fondest memories of sharing the most special times with my Grandpa up until he became too ill to live with my Grandma in their home. I can't explain why Grandpa and I had such a close bond. But, I do know we love each other very much and I miss him.
Jemma read her story to Grandpa Seymour and we presented Jemma with a framed copy of this letter, which she will keep by her bedside.
It was a special day for our families to share with our residents.
HarborChase Tamarac -Welcome Aboard the S.S. HarborChase
On June 23, 2010, HarborChase of Tamarac set sail on the maiden voyage of the SS HarborChase. Our passenger list included our residents, family members and outside referral sources. Upon boarding, all guests received their passports and cruise itineraries.
Once on-board, passengers were able to have their picture taken with our SS HarborChase cruise ship in the background. From there, the passengers were able to visit the ports of call and enjoy the delicious delicacies and highlights of each country.
They could taste hummus, pita and baklava in Greece, get the luck of the Irish in Ireland, enjoy cheese and crackers in Switzerland, play Minute to Win it in England, get a spa massage at the Island of Tranquility, savor wine from Spain and France and indulge in fresh cooked pasta with an array of sauces in Italy. In addition, we had entertainment and dancing in the Main Street Lounge.
Guests were even able to book their next cruise with Royal Caribbean and the Cruise Agency, while still on-board. Upon disembarking, guests received their souvenir photos in frames to enjoy. A great time was had by all! (View photo)
| Vero Beach |
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HarborChase Vero Beach- Father's Day
The dads of HarborChase of Vero Beach were honored with lots of love and attention on Father's Day! We were fortunate to have renowned author, Joanna O'Keefe here to celebrate with us. As she shared her touching poetry and memorable stories of her dad, we all reminisced about our fathers and the wonderful, powerful impact they've had on our lives. Joanna is a published poet and the daughter of our super-cute resident, Jo Switlik! After our time with Joanna, we enjoyed the afternoon with fathers, family and friends watching the U.S. Open Golf Tournament. The gentlemen relaxed with a cold beer, hot wings, homemade pretzels, family and friends – who could ask for anything more?
HarborChase Vero Beach- Beading Class
Our lovely ladies have enjoyed our new beading group. We meet twice a month to enjoy each other, share stories, and make beautiful bracelets and necklaces. When you look at their fun, gorgeous jewelry, you know that creativity abounds at HarborChase of Vero Beach! (View photo)
HarborChase Vero Beach- Independence Day
Independence Day at HarborChase of Vero Beach was filled with patriotic and sentimental moments. The National Honor Guard, who came to honor our veterans and to celebrate our freedom as a country, performed a very touching program, and Jack Hudson entertained us with his incredible music. We enjoyed a yummy "inside" barbecue with delicious picnic foods and ended our celebration with dancing and listening to our residents and family members sing, God Bless America. What a beautiful country and what a beautiful day. (View photo)
HarborChase Vero Beach- Memories in the Making
We've started a new art program called, Memories in the Making. Our residents are enjoying reminiscing about their childhood and creating beautiful artwork. We are encouraging our residents to express themselves in a creative way in hopes of passing down the Memories in the Making pieces to their families. (View photo)
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