Commun ty Matters Topeka Presbyterian Manor
February 2018
100th birthday celebration Topeka Presbyterian Manor resident John Goodin turned 100 at the end of December. Local news station WIBW came out and interviewed John about his long life. John is known for being a former Parks Commissioner who helped bring the train to Gage Park.You can see the video on the WIBW website at wibw.com by searching for John’s name. John’s two daughters also joined us to celebrate with their dad. Happy 100th, John!
Art is Ageless® call for entries underway Topeka Presbyterian Manor has issued a call for entries for the Art is Ageless® juried exhibit to be held March 20 to 23, 2018. 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 2019 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 2013). There are nine categories, as well as designations of amateur or professional. Works to be entered for judging need to be at Presbyterian Manor by March 16. 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 Mid-America communities to be judged at the systemwide level.
John Goodin with his two daughters at his 100th birthday celebration at Topeka Presbyterian Manor at the end of December.
Entry forms and information can be picked up at Topeka Presbyterian Manor, 4712 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, or by contacting Chelsea Watgen at 785-272-6510 or cwatgen@pmma.org. Or go online to ArtIsAgeless.org to view rules, download an entry form or enter online.
Still sweethearts We wish a happy and sweet Valentine's Day to all of our married couples!
Harland and Anita Dietz
Harlan and Joanne Edmonds
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is published monthly for residents and friends of Wichita Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org. Heather Pilkinton, executive director Chelsea Watgen, marketing director
Donald and Betty Neavitt
Dale and Margaret Sandberg
To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Chelsea Watgen, marketing director, cwatgen@pmma.org. Telephone: 785-272-6510 Fax: 785-272-0496 Address: 4712 S.W. Sixth Ave., Topeka, KS 66606-2284 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. TopekaPresbyterianManor.org
Dale and Evelyn Anderson
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Three cheers for Lauri Selby, activity assistant During the month of February, we celebrate our wonderful activity professionals. They bring an improved quality of life for residents through interesting, engaging and entertaining events, programs and outings. Activity Director Laura Ortiz shares these words about activity assistant Lauri Selby, “She is very good with the residents, and is kind, patient and very caring. She takes residents on outings, and this year, she helped us drive the bus to Winter Wonderland to look at the Christmas lights four times.� Thanks for all you do, Lauri!
Lauri Selby, activity assistant, celebrates with residents.
Thank you, donors Below is a list of individuals who gave generously during our annual Angel Appeal to support seniors at our campus who have outlived their financial resources through no fault of their own. Gifts are often made in the memory or honor of a loved one who has lived at our campus. We appreciate the generosity of our donors.
Richard J. and Fran Tinklenberg
Mrs. Janice L. Adams in honor of Margaret Worrell Mr. John and Mrs. Judy Bahre Mrs. Lois Bogia in memory of Like us on Facebook
Mrs. Greta M. Bone
Mrs. Estelle Misto in memory of Douglas Ferraro
Mrs. Marion A. Desch
Mrs. Estelle Misto in memory of Jean Dieree
Ms. Meredith Domme in honor of Hazel Eslinger
Ms. Heather Pilkinton
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Funnell in memory of Milton Weide
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Ms. Jane George
If you would like to support our seniors, you can make a gift online at http://www.presbyterianmanors. org/give_now or by leaving a gift with the staff at the front desk.
Mr. Kenneth E. Kerle Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Key in memory of Don and Bessie Newman
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Tell us your story We will celebrate our roots in an upcoming issue of Community Matters. If you have a connection to a milestone for your campus, or if you just want to tell the world what you love about living in your senior living community, we want to share the story. Contact Chelsea Watgen, marketing director, and your story could be featured in an upcoming edition of Community Matters.
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