SOCIAL SERVICES
Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services
COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS
We welcome the broader community to join us! No need to RSVP.
FALL PREVENTION TIP OF THE MONTH Wear Shoes Appropriate For The Activity
Flip flops and other types of slip-on shoes are wonderful for hot summer days at the beach or park! However, when going out for a walk or at a place with uneven ground, well-fitting sturdy tie shoes with nonslip soles provide the best stability.
SOCIAL SERVICE 25TH ANNIVERSARY SALUTE TO GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE!
THE BEST ME, FLOURISHING AT GSV A primary part of a social worker’s creed is to enhance human well-being and to honor the dignity and worth of every person. To celebrate our community’s 25th anniversary, our department is meshing our professional motto with our community’s mission “to enrich the lives of older adults as an expression of Christ’s love” and asking residents to show us The Best Me, Flourishing at GSV. We would love to see a photo, drawing, written expression, or other creative depiction of the way you flourish at GSV. Please use one of the prompts below as a caption for your work, or use it as a starting point for a short written memo. • Living at GSV has enriched my life by... • I’m flourishing at GSV because... • I know I live with dignity at GSV because... • At GSV, I’m reminded that I have worth because... • I am the best me at GSV because... Please email or drop off your submissions to one of the social workers (info listed below). Your full name must be included. Submissions will be displayed. Weekly prizes will be given via lottery. Help make sure the area where you reside is well represented!
Leah Hoffner
Personal Care social worker lhoffner@gardenspotvillage.org
Sherilyn Lapp
Cottage/Carriage Home social worker slapp@gardenspotvillage.org
Lisa Morgan
VSA & GE Apartment social worker lmorgan@gardenspotvillage.org
Margaret Murry Skilled Nursing & Thistledown social worker mmurry@gardenspotvillage.org Marcia Parsons Skilled Nursing social worker
mparsons@gardenspotvillage.org
Jenny Snyder
LIVING WITH LOSS, LIVING WITH HOPE AUGUST 2, MONDAY 10am, Gardens West Conference Room Facilitator: Jenny Snyder Guest Speaker: Dan Steinman, a bereaved parent now working with Handi*Vangelism Topic: My Damascus Road
The Living with Loss, Living with Hope group is for individuals who are grieving the death of a loved one, and is open to individuals in various phases of grief who desire the support of others. Call Jenny (6259) if you would like more information.
CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT GROUP AUGUST 9, MONDAY 10am, Concord Room Facilitators: Marcia Parsons & Leah Hoffner Topic: Reconnection
This meeting will be an opportunity for caregivers from GSV and the broader community to have conversation together and to connect with others walking a similar road of caring for a loved one. Contact Marcia (6239) if you would like more information.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP AUGUST 12, THURSDAY 3pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Lisa Morgan Presenter: Jonathon D Andrew, O.D., F.A.A.O Topic: Questions and Answers with Dr Andrews
This gathering is open to anyone dealing with vision loss. Call Lisa (6171) for more information.
SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS AUGUST 18, WEDNESDAY 10am, Prayer and Meditation Room | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder
The purpose of this group is to encourage and support each other, particularly those who may feel down, alone, anxious or stressed. Contact Jenny (6259) if you would like more information.
ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org
PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP
Please note this group will be taking a hiatus from August 2021 – February 2022.
ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP OCTOBER 19, TUESDAY 2pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264) RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP DECEMBER 15, WEDNESDAY 2pm, Garden Tower | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264)
Sycamore Springs social worker jsnyder@gardenspotvillage.org
Mary Beth Villafane GN, GS, GW Apartment social worker mvillafane@gardensotvillage.org
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