Commun ty Matters Farmington Presbyterian Manor
February 2019
Arvada Helena volunteers in the gift shop on Friday afternoons. “I believe everybody ought to give back a little bit,” she says.
Volunteering provides residents with social outlet, way to give back When a resident volunteers, everybody wins. For the resident, volunteering provides a great way to build relationships, connect with others and stay active. For the community, it provides the extra hands needed to create the homelike atmosphere that Presbyterian Manors has come to represent. Currently, 60 residents volunteer within the community on a regular basis by delivering mail, working in the gift shop, playing the piano, facilitating birthday parties and more. However, according to Volunteer Coordinator Teresa Pinkley, there is always room for more. “Our volunteer program is a vital VOLUNTEER, continued on page 3
Pat Allen and Ruth Williamson faithfully participate in the annual Angel Tree campaign.
Angels among us Since the inception of our mission, Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America has ensured thousands of residents of its commitment that they will always have a home.Established in the 1950s, the Good Samaritan Program provides funding to assist residents who outlive their financial resources through no fault of their own. To continue to meet the growing need among seniors in our communities, we invited donors to become an “angel for a day” by making a contribution to the Good Samaritan Program over the Christmas holiday. In exchange for a donation to this program, a bell was placed on our Christmas tree as a reminder of their generosity. This year, Farmington Presbyterian Manor exceeded our goal of raising $4,000 for the Good Samaritan Program in our community! We have more than 40 residents currently receiving Good Samaritan assistance, and we are honored by the staff and residents who so strongly identify with the heart of Presbyterian Manor’s mission that they give to the fund. ANGELS, continued on page 2
“I work here and know some of the people who benefit from this A few of the angels among us have program. One lady in particular shared why they’re compelled to calls it her home. These people give to this program. are her family. Can you imagine if “I just think there’s a need. People she was asked to leave because she are living longer and outliving their didn’t have the funds? That peace income. It’s a scary thing, so I want that this gives them? This was my to help as long as I can.” — Pat Allen, first experience, and I think it’s resident awesome. I’m very willing to help out with that. It’s a wonderful place, “I help people when I can. I’m a wonderful program. To keep not loaded by any means. I give these people in their homes and not occasionally. It’s for a good cause. People need help once in a while. If ask them to leave. When you tell somebody about it, it’s one thing. I can help, I’ll help. Every little bit When you actually see it benefiting helps.You put the little bits together people, it’s another.” — Mandy and you got even more.” — Harold Blackmon, life enrichment assistant Worley, resident “I give to the Good Samaritan’s Fund because it helps out the residents. I love them and would do anything I can to help them out.” — Lisa Richardson, housekeeping
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Community Matters is published monthly for residents and friends of Farmington Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org
To learn more about the Good Samaritan Program or participate in our local community’s fundraiser, please contact Anne Allen at 573-7474455. The Angel tree was filled with bells and gift tags recognizing donors and their loved ones.
Jane Hull, executive director Anne Allen, marketing director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact aallen@pmma.org Telephone: 573-756-6768 Fax: 573-756-6014 Address: 500 Cayce St., Farmington, MO 63640-2910 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. FarmingtonPresbyterianManor.org
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Farmington Presbyterian Manor’s Art is Ageless® call for entries underway Farmington Presbyterian Manor has issued a call for entries for the Art is Ageless® juried exhibit to be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. between February 20-22, 2019. A reception will be held at 2 p.m. on February 22. Entries of artistic works will be accepted from any area artist who is 65 years of age or older to exhibit and/or compete for an opportunity to be featured in the 2020 Art is Ageless calendar. Artists may choose to enter the exhibit only. For the competition, works are to have been completed in the past five years (since January 2014). There are nine categories, as well as designations of amateur or professional. The categories for submission include Christmas, drawing, fiber arts, mixed media, VOLUNTEER, continued from page 1
part of our Presbyterian Manor community and we can always use more volunteers,” said Teresa. “The first step to volunteering with us is filling out our application and interviewing with me.”
needlework, photography, painting and sculpture/3D. Works to be entered for judging may be dropped off beginning February 5 at the business office between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and need to be at Presbyterian Manor by February 19. The Art is Ageless® Program encourages Presbyterian Manor residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. Local competition winners will join winners from 16 other Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica communities for judging at Teresa,” said Arvada. “So, when she approached me with the idea, I didn’t have to think about it very long, and I told her I’d try it and see how it goes.”
the systemwide level. Entry forms and information can be picked up at Farmington Presbyterian Manor, 500 Cayce St., Farmington, or by contacting Anne Allen at 573-756-6768 or aallen@pmma.org. Or go online to ArtIsAgeless.org to view rules, download an entry form or enter online. personally rewarding, she also notes another, more altruistic, motivation behind her role as volunteer.
“I think everybody should do a little bit for the place. It’s a good thing to do, and they’ll let you do anything For Arvada, the opportunity to you want to and as much time as volunteer offered the familiarity you want,” said Arvada. “I believe of past work experience and the After the interview process, chance to develop new relationships. everybody ought to give back a little Teresa matches the applicant with bit. I think the word for that now is “I like meeting people. I used to a position that suits their interests. ‘pay it forward.’” One resident who donates her time work in retail a little bit and, while is Arvada Helena, who volunteers on this is not the same, I like getting in To learn how you can join the different things and stocking the Arvada and “pay it forward” Friday afternoons in the gift shop. shelves and getting acquainted with as a community volunteer, “I had two friends that were doing it, more people,” said Arvada. stop by Teresa’s office anytime and I guess they were the instigators Monday through Wednesday and probably gave my name to While Arvada finds the work or call her at 573-756-6768. Like us on Facebook
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Save the date Don’t miss our biggest fundraiser of the year – our annual Chicken and Dumpling Dinner! Join us from 4 to 7 p.m. on April 4 at the Presbyterian Church, 403 W. Columbia St. in Farmington, for a delicious dinner, silent auction and great time. Advanced tickets can be purchased through April 3 at the Presbyterian Manor business office for $8 or for $7 when purchasing 10 or more group tickets. Tickets at the door are $9. All proceeds will benefit the Good Samaritan Program, which provides funding to assist residents who outlive their financial resources through no fault of their own. For more information, call 573-756-6768.
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In Presbyterian Manor’s ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction, we have partnered with Pinnacle Quality Insight. This company will periodically contact the people we serve via telephone to conduct an interview regarding their impression of our service. We use this feedback as a tool to continually improve our quality of care and enhance our relationships. When you are contacted to participate in the survey, they will always identify themselves specifically as being with Pinnacle Quality Insight. All state and federal confidentiality laws are met in Pinnacle’s service. We greatly value your opinions and encourage you to be frank and honest when contacted.
Thank you in advance for your participation.
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