Community Matters The Glen at Aberdeen Heights
April 2015
PMMA observes its Founders Day
Employees of The Glen at Aberdeen Heights will observe the founding of Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica this month as the company celebrates 66 years of providing quality senior services guided by Christian values in Kansas and Missouri. Each Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America campus will have its own celebration with residents and employees during April acknowledging the importance each play in making life at Aberdeen Heights the way you want to live. “Many of our employees view what they do as a calling, not just a job,” said Bruce Shogren, president and CEO. “Our dedicated employees make it possible for us to sustain PMMA’s mission, which directly impacts the wonderful care our 2,400 residents receive every day.” The Glen at Aberdeen Heights will observe Founders Day from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on April 23.
Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica’s roots go back to 1947. Alice Kalb, a widow from central Kansas, appealed to a Presbyterian Church organization to establish a home for seniors. Her vision became the first Presbyterian Manor FOUNDERS, continued on page 2
Neighbor of the Month: Meet Steve Chalmers
Steve Chalmers was born in Chicago, Ill., the son of Greek-American immigrants. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1959. In June of 1948, he joined the Chicago Show Display Company and went on to become a successful sales executive and senior board member of the firm until his retirement in 1995. In 1952, in the middle of his career, Steve joined the U.S. Coast Guard, and had assignments in Alameda, Calif., Boston, and Cape Cod, Mass. There, he served as the personal administrative assistant to the commander of the U.S. Coast Guard. On his leave, he participated in tennis competitions with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute and the Marine Biological Labs representing the Coast Guard. Steve is a recent widower, having been married to his wife, Corinne for NEIGHBOR, continued on page 2
A proud member of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America
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60 years. They had three children and two grandchildren.
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community in Newton, Kan., and inspired others to do even more. Today PMMA remains true to the spirit of Alice’s vision, providing quality senior services guided by Christian values. For more information about Founders Day, contact Loretta Cutler, health care lifestyle coordinator, at lcutler@pmma. org.
Community Matters is published monthly for residents and friends of Aberdeen Heights by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at: PresbyterianManors.org. James “Jamie” Kneen, executive director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Loretta Cutler, health care lifestyle coordinator, lcutler@pmma.org. Telephone: 314-909-6010 Address: 505 Couch Ave., Kirkwood, MO 63122 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
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He continues to focus on numerous cultural and philanthropic activities in his retirement. He is a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, a member of American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association, former vice president of the Hellenic Spirit Foundation and a major supporter of Northwestern University and the University of Missouri, St. Louis. Steve pursues his interests in golf and tennis as he was a competitive player for many years. Presently he competes in National Ballroom Dance Competitions. He is enjoying his retirement years at The Glen at Aberdeen Heights. For more information about The Glen at Aberdeen Heights, contact Loretta Cutler, health care lifestyle coordinator, at lcutler@pmma.org.
The Art is Ageless Exhibit is just around the corner. Whether you plan to participate as an artist or a spectator, here are some important dates to remember about the event.
· Deadline to turn in work: 2 p.m., April 24
· Exhibit: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 8 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 12 and 13
· Reception and awards: 2 p.m. May 8
April
DATES
TO REMEMBER
Saturday, April 4, at 10 a.m.: Easter Egg Hunt in Assisted Living. All residents, families and staff are welcome to attend. Please RSVP by calling Loretta at 314-909-6059 Monday, April 13: St. Louis Cardinals Home Opener! Join us for hot dogs, soda, beer, Cardinal giveaways and much more. Sunday, April 19: Chad Evans will entertain us in the Health Center. Friday, April 24: Art is Ageless exhibit entry deadline.
Jack O’Leary celebrates his birthday at Happy Hour in style with a cookie cake, good friends, staff and a Bud Light!
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Entry deadline: April 24, 2015, at 2 p.m.
Coming Up in Community Matters Community Matters will focus on gardening and outdoor life in an upcoming issue. Are you an avid gardener, or were you when you were more physically able? What did you love about gardening? What did you grow? Does your campus have a raised bed garden that you help with now? What do you enjoy about being outdoors? If you have a story to tell, contact Health Care Lifestyle Coordinator Loretta Cutler to share your idea.Your story may be selected for the next issue of your community newsletter.
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