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THE SCOOP July 2018 Rehabilitation Assisted Living Nursing Care Memory Care Hospice 2161 Leonard St NW Grand Rapids, MI 616.453.

July 2 is the Foundation Day of our Congregation, and this year it is also a special day for Sister Mary Judith as she celebrates her 50th Anniversary as a Carmelite Sister of the Divine Heart of

1 THE SCOOP July 2018 Rehabilitation Assisted Living Nursing Care Memory Care Hospice 2161 Leonard St NW Grand Rapids, MI Carmelite Sisters, CDCJ Time for Patrons, Country and Our Home July is an important month for the Sisters and for St. Ann s. July 2 is the Foundation Day of our Congregation, and this year it is also a special day for Sister Mary Judith as she celebrates her 50th Anniversary as a Carmelite Sister of the Divine Heart of Jesus. July 16 is the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, the patronal feast of all Carmelites. Then July 26 is the feast of Sts. Ann and Joachim, the patrons of our Home. Let s celebrate with our Country on July 4, and with our Home and community here on each of these special days. Now for a few quotes from our Foundress: Genuine love is like pure gold that nothing can destroy; not even fire; which only makes us more pure. So it is with divine Please see Sister, page 3 This painting called, Santi Gioacchino e Anna, depicts the saints. Pope Francis once said, in part, The Saints Joachim and Anna are part of a long chain which transmitted the faith and love of God,

Ashley Dykehouse St. Ann s employee of the month for June is Ashley Dykehouse. Ashley was nominated by many of her co-workers who are thankful for her helpful spirit. Ashley has been with St.

2 Ashley Dykehouse St. Ann s employee of the month for June is Ashley Dykehouse. Ashley was nominated by many of her co-workers who are thankful for her helpful spirit. Ashley has been with St. Ann s since Ashley has been a constant contribution and has also been recognized for her professional accomplishments. She attended our Med-Tech class onsite, and received a Med-Tech Certification in November Ashley, we are so happy you are on our team, and we thank you for making a difference! St. Ann s Opens Family Pantry for Staff Ashley Dykehouse is June Employee of the Month There s a little red wagon parked in the main entrance vestibule, awaiting donations. The wagon symbolizes a new program designed to help St. Ann s staff who may find themselves in times of significant need. FAMILY PANTRY DONATION WAGON The Family Pantry, said Executive Director Dana Prince, is a free service for the benefit of our staff. We understand that life circumstances can put us in need of the basics for child care, our home pantries including food staples, and other necessities we sometimes take for granted. Prince said St. Ann s leaders agreed this simple step will provide tangible support. Our staff should see the Pantry as a free service they may access in times of significant need. We trust our staff will use the service wisely, and we hope that others will find it in their hearts to place a gift or two in the Donation Wagon, to support this service. 2

3 ST. ANN S ADVISORY BOARD Chair Tom Wesholski Vice Chair Terri Hegarty Treasurer Thomas Czerney Jack Bales Troy Cuvelier Mark Davey Charlie Goode Steve Karnes Sheila Knopke Lee Ann Langlois Dan LaVille Mark Olesnavage Fr. Mark C. Przybysz Sister M. Gabriela, DCJ Board of Directors Carmelite Sisters, DCJ Sr. M. Immaculata Sr. M. Giuseppe Sr. M. Emmanuel Energy Saving Project Consumers Energy and St. Ann s are in the midst of a joint energy-saving project focused on lighting improvements. Consumers Energy oversees a program allowing commercial customers to replace traditional lights with energy-efficient LED bulbs. St. Ann s has updated all its parking lot lamps and older bulbs in the kitchen area. Consumers Energy will monitor the energy savings and predicts reductions will allow St. Ann s to glean a significant rebate in energy costs. COMMUNITY Sister, from page 1 love: no tribulation, no labor can diminish or destroy it. Rather it is like gold. Everything that befalls it; the most painful persecutions and calumnies, everything serves to refine and strengthen it. My gratitude spurs me on to lead others to the Divine Heart. I have a burning desire to make my whole life an expression of thankfulness. Had not Divine Providence led me to Carmel? Had not God the Lord filled my heart with a great love for Holy Mother Teresa and confidence in her? I often said I will let myself be crucified for the Carmel. May your summer be safe and relaxing, and always centered on your loved ones. Cover Photo The June 23 Family Reunion brought about 150 residents, relatives and staff members together for an afternoon of fun, food and fellowship. ST. ANN S MISSION Sister M. Gabriela, CDCJ Our mission is to provide a loving and spiritual community for older adults to live lives of caring and wholeness inspired by our Carmelite foundation of fraternity, service and prayer. 3

OUR RESIDENTS July BIRTHDAYS MARGARET S. July 3 BETTY W. July 18 CONNIE Z. July 19 IRENE L. July 29 CAROL S. July 29... And to all of our residents: Happy Independence Day!

4 OUR RESIDENTS July BIRTHDAYS MARGARET S. July 3 BETTY W. July 18 CONNIE Z. July 19 IRENE L. July 29 CAROL S. July And to all of our residents: Happy Independence Day! Annual Feast Day in July St. Ann s residents are reminded that we will celebrate the annual July 26 Feast Day of our patrons - St. Anne and St. Joachim - with a picnic-themed lunch. The commemoration reminds us Anne and Joachim serve as role models for parents and both deserve to be honored and emulated for their devotion to God and Our Lady Mary, the Mother of God. Two Mass Schedule Changes in July There are two minor changes in July Mass schedules that align with a Jubilee Celebration for Sister Mary Judith: St. Ann s resident / visitors Vigil Mass will be 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21. Sunday Mass on July 22 will be a Jubilee Mass at 11 a.m. This Mass is by invitation only, and is designed for guests who will attend special Jubilee events on that Sunday. 4 4

5 JULY HIGHLIGHTS Sign-up required for off-campus events DATE TIME EVENT OR DESTINATION July 4 Happy Independence Day July 5 2 p.m. Summertime Sing-A-Long in the Courtyard July 13 2 p.m. National Forest Festival Highlights Travelogue July 16 12:15 p.m. Pops & Dollar Tree outing (Sign-up required) July 18 1:15 p.m. Scenic Drive & Ice Cream Treat (Sign-up required.) July 19 2 p.m. July Birthday Celebration! July 23 9:45 a.m. Samaritan s Carriage outing (Sign-up required.) July p.m. Feast Day Picnic Theme Lunch Please remember all groups and visits are subject to change. Please be sure to thank all our generous visitors each month. LIFE ENRICHMENT SPIRITUAL SUPPORT Sacrament of Reconciliation Thursday July 19 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel With Fr. Tom McKinney. Mass Times Monday - Saturday: 10:30 a.m. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. The Rosary 4 p.m. Daily In Memoriam - June Mike P. St. Ann's residents who are unable to attend Sunday Mass may tune into WXMI TV 17 at 10 a.m. for Mass televised from the Cathedral of St. Andrew. Mass is may be watched anytime on the Cathedral website. Student to Live In Here St. Ann s is in the final planning stages for an intergenerational project with Western Michigan University that will see one Occupational Health student living here as part of a research project. The student will live in an Assisted Living room for more than one year. During her stay and in return for her room and board, the student will volunteer alongside St. Ann s staff. She will observe and collect data for her research work, which is similar to an earlier project in Grand Rapids, and work in the Netherlands. St. Ann s Farm Market Continues St. Ann s residents, family members and visitors are reminded that the Farmer s Market will continue throughout the summer. You are invited to visit the Market from 4-7 p.m. Thursdays. The group of local vendors, with produce, crafts and other items, is in the main parking lot.

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LEADERSHIP CONTACT LIST Dana M. Prince Executive Director, ext. 1101 Sister M. Gabriela Assistant Director, ext. 1102 Wan VandenBerg Transition Care Coordinator, ext.

, Environmental Services, ext. 1118 Gregg Sanborn Director of Life Enrichment, ext. 1196 Sandee Reno Director of Social Services, ext. 1124 Joni Lahmann Director of Finance, ext.

7 LEADERSHIP CONTACT LIST Dana M. Prince Executive Director, ext Sister M. Gabriela Assistant Director, ext Wan VandenBerg Transition Care Coordinator, ext FAMILY REUNION 2018 Jena Mis Director, Clinical Services, ext Jamie Taylor Assisted Living Manager, ext Angie McIntosh Director of Dining Services, ext Jake Jazwinski Dir., Environmental Services, ext Gregg Sanborn Director of Life Enrichment, ext Sandee Reno Director of Social Services, ext Joni Lahmann Director of Finance, ext Nikki Rollenhagen Dir., Human Resources, ext Tim Bulson Dir., Community Relations, ext ST. ANN S OMBUDSMAN Kristi Williams Dir., Rehabilitation Services, ext Adult Well-Being Services 1695 Service Rd. NE Suite 106 Grand Rapids, MI or Public information is located on Joachim s Place North Bulletin Board, across from the bird display, in the common area, and in the Front Lobby. 7

NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID WAM 2161 LEONARD ST. NW GRAND RAPIDS,MI 616.453.7715 stannshome.com July Birthday Celebration 7/19 2 p.m. GRACE, IN THIS SPACE ST.

8 NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID WAM 2161 LEONARD ST. NW GRAND RAPIDS,MI stannshome.com July Birthday Celebration 7/19 2 p.m. GRACE, IN THIS SPACE ST. ANN S LEADERSHIP, STAFF & RESIDENTS BLESS NEW SPACE Remodeling of the longtime dining and activity area in the Skilled Nursing unit was completed in May. The space was formally blessed with an informal prayer and music gathering in June. The area now includes a large-screen TV, new counters and storage, and a beverage center. Much of the renovation cost was supported by gifts given by generous donors to St. Ann s.

Annual Report. Gentle Women. so strong and bright SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS

Annual Report. Gentle Women. so strong and bright SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS Annual Report Gentle Women so strong and bright Gentle Women so strong and bright exemplifies the Sisters of St. Francis as we spread the word of God by living our lives as a reflection