MARCH 2024
Weekly Sing-Along Class boosts moods and memories
The Emporia Presbyterian Manor campus comes alive with music every Tuesday when volunteer Kathy Tidwell visits and plays the piano for a community-wide sing-along. From independent living to health care, and assisted living to the memory care unit, all residents are encouraged to attend in this weekly gathering.
Considered an exercise class, the sing-along is offered by EnerG of Aegis Therapies. Courtney Waldner and Tagan Mermis with Aegis Therapies shared that there are multiple studies on how music improves lung function and memory, boosts confidence and relieves stress.
What’s more, the class is a conversation starter for the residents as the songs bring back memories.
When asked what reactions they’ve seen from residents who take the class, Courtney and Tagan shared, “A lot of joy and confidence! They enjoy visiting in-between songs and after with peers and Kathy. Some residents are very quiet and shy, but when they come to sing-along they light up and embrace their voice.”
In addition to Kathy’s piano playing, the class occasionally includes other instruments and seasonal songs. u
Thank you, sponsors and donors!
Our 6th Annual Luminaria Lighting Ceremony in December raised funds to renovate Emporia Presbyterian Manor’s Country Store - a market for residents - while also honoring family and friends during the holidays. We are grateful to our generous donors and sponsors who made this possible. The 2023 sponsors include Emporia Presbyterian Church, Emporia State Federal Credit Union, and Newman Regional Health. The gathering consisted of a special luminaria dedication ceremony, cookies, hot cocoa, and viewing the luminarias around our campus. Residents and families also enjoyed writing the name of a loved one on an ornament and hanging it on our Angel Tree. u
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Emporia Presbyterian Manor issues Art is Ageles® call for entries
Emporia Presbyterian Manor is seeking artists for the annual Art is Ageless® juried exhibit April 12 –May 10, 2024.
Entries of artistic works will be accepted from any area artist who is 65 years of age or over to exhibit and/or compete for an opportunity to be featured in the 2025 Art is Ageless calendar.
For the competition, works must be completed after age 65 and in the past five years (since January 2019). There are nine categories, as well as designations of amateur or professional. Entries are due to
Emporia Presbyterian Manor, 2300 Industrial Road, by 4 p.m. April 5.
Local competition winners will join winners from 14 other PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica®) senior living communities to be judged at the
systemwide level.
Winning entries may be featured in the calendar. Artists may also choose to enter works for exhibit only.
The Art is Ageless® program encourages Presbyterian Manor residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its art annual competition.
For entry forms and more information, contact Andraya Taber at 620-343-2613 or ataber@pmma.org, or visit ArtIsAgeless.org. u
620-343-2613
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Community Matters
is published quarterly for residents and friends of Emporia Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
To submit or suggest articles: ataber@PMMA.org
Andraya Taber, senior living sales director
OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
Bill Wayman celebrates retirement
After 45 years working as a kitchen helper and dishwasher at Emporia Country Club, resident Bill Wayman is officially retired! Bill enjoyed a celebration with friends and family on our campus. While he had a fun time working, Bill says he’s now looking forward to walking, painting, and spending more time with people.
Congratulations, Bill! u
