Social Services

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE SOCIAL SERVICES TEAM

MAY YOU EXPERIENCE JOY AND LOVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

GSV Social Service Team: serving as your advocates. L-R: Sherilyn Lapp, BSW, Director of Social Services, Carriage Homes & Thistledown | Kasey Stoltzfus, MSW, Skilled Nursing | Leah Hoffner, MSW, VSA & Cottages | Mary Beth Villafane, MSW, Garden Apartments | Julie Umstead, BSW, Skilled Nursing | Jenny Snyder, LSW, Sycamore Springs | Elaine Dise, Administrative Assistant | Leslie Sitlinger, MSW, Personal Care BEST GIFTS

Many of the best gifts in life come without monetary price tags….being seen, being loved, being unconditionally accepted, being treasured, being supported during times of loss. As we hunt for the perfect tangible gifts for those in our circle, may we remember those for whom the holidays may be challenging due to changes or losses experienced in the past year. - Sherilyn

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP

DECEMBER 8, THURSDAY 3pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171) Speaker: Dawn Cage, OTR/L, WellSpan Rehabilitation Topic: Driving and Completing Daily Tasks SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS

DECEMBER 21, WEDNESDAY 10am, Prayer and Meditation Room | Jenny Snyder (6259) Encouragement and support for those feeling down, alone or anxious. Please RSVP.

CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP

DECEMBER 12, MONDAY 10am, Concord Room | Facilitator: Leah Hoffner (6171) Speaker: Janine Winner, Psy.D, Licensed Clinical Psychologist with Physis Associates Topic: Managing Challenging Situations

MY FELLOW TRAVELER

DECEMBER 14, WEDNESDAY 10am, Theater | Leslie Sitlinger (6076) & Melody Karick (6136) Noticing cognitive changes in yourself? Join others experiencing the same for fellowship and tips on resilient living in a safe, relaxed environment.

COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBOR

DECEMBER 21, WEDNESDAY 10am, Theater | Leslie Sitlinger (6076) & Melody Karick (6136) Learn how to support friends or a family member experiencing cognitive challenges. RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP

DECEMBER 21, WEDNESDAY 2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) Topic: Open Discussion

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP No meeting – Happy Holidays! ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK

Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) | hearingloss.gsvnet.org

ELANCO NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP

December 4, 11, 18 & 25 6pm, GSV Prayer & Mediation Room | Call 410-598-6792 for more information.