October
Legacy Ridge at Brookstone Newsletter
Resident´s Birthdays
Nicolas P 10/12
Nelcine R 10/13
Brenda G 10/16
Nella W 10/31
Staff Birthdays
Sharlene P. 10/1
Zachary M. 10/2
Jamie H. 10/4
Events of the Month
10/4 @ 11am Lunch outing to Freddy’s
10/5 @ 2PM-6PM Fall Festival
10/8 @ 5:30 to 7PM Memory care Family game night/Dementia Training with Willowbrook Hospice
10/18 @ 11am Lunch outing to Hibachi
10/28 @ 2pm to 5pm- Halloween party at Home and Seasons
10/31 @ 10AM TLC DAYCARE TRICK OR TREAT
10/31 @ 3:00 Halloween Party with Susan Dease
Associate of the Month
Lucas
Meet Lucas, Our October Employee of the Month. We are thrilled to introduce Lucas as our October Employee of the Month! Born and raised in Kenya, Lucas made the brave move to Georgia on May 27th of this year. Since arriving, he has embraced his new journey with open arms, starting his first job in America at Legacy Ridge at Brookstone.
Lucas’s passion for life is evident in everything he does. Growing up, he found joy in reggae music, participated in drama festivals across Kenya, and nurtured his love for drawing and reading, hobbies he continues to cherish today. Some of his favorite places include Kennesaw Mountain here in Georgia and Fort Ternan back home, where nature’s beauty inspires him.
His dedication extends beyond personal interests; during his time in Kenya, Lucas was recognized with an award for excellence in community nursing. This achievement speaks volumes about his commitment to helping others. Colleagues and residents alike appreciate his polite demeanor, humility, patience, and determination.
When we asked Lucas what he is most proud of since joining our team at Legacy Ridge at Brookstone, he shared heartfelt sentiments: “Being employed here has been a blessing for me. Getting the job and seeing residents happy makes me the proudest.” We couldn’t agree more! His positive impact on our community is truly inspiring. Congratulations again to Lucas for being a shining example of dedication and kindness—traits that make him an invaluable member of our team!
A Message From Our Executive Director
Hello Family Members,
I want to make sure that everyone is aware of our Forever Friends move-in incentive program. Legacy Ridge at Brookstone believes our community creates longer, happier and more fulfilling lives when friends come together and support each other.
We want to make our community the best yet by encouraging your friends to move in! Every time you refer a friend who moves into our community, you will both receive a $1,000 rent credit once the friend has lived at the community for 90 days. You both win by being closer and our community wins by making our neighbors stronger!
If you have any pending concerns that need to be addressed, please feel free to email me at hlangston@legacyridgebrookstone.com or contact me by phone at 770-423-0080.
Sincerely,
Hudie Langston, ED
GRand Teton
National Park
The most popular months to visit are May through September. During the busy summer season, most roads and facilities are open and a full range of programs are available to enjoy.
Meet our Lifestyles Director Jamie Hatfield
Hello, my name is Jamie Hatfield, and my passion is having the ability to enrich all our residents’ lives through daily activities here at Legacy Ridge at Brookstone. I have worked in several capacities for Ten years and I am lovingly embracing the journey of caregiving and creating cherished memories as the Lifestyles Director. I look forward to bringing new life to the community each day with fun and adventures.
I grew up in Marietta, Georgia and took part in band, orchestra, and drama throughout my school years. I was part of the National Honors Society of high school scholars. I have a daughter named Emmalee, three dogs, Cuddles and Buddy, Molly and a cat named Binx. In my free time, you’ll find me nestled in a cozy cabin in North Georgia, immersed in captivating reads and basking in beautiful moments with my precious daughter. I believe in spreading joy and uplifting spirits!
Leadership Team
Hudie Langston
Executive Director
Taylor Salisbury
Sales & Marketing Director
Linda Lucas
Health & Wellness Director
Stacey Wheeler
Business Office Manager
Jamie Hatfield
Lifestyle Director
Shawn Brown
Dining Services Director
Bill Fluellen
Maintenance Director
Ausra Baker
Resident Care Coordinator
Join us October 5th for and unforgettable fall festival from 2pm to 6pm, filled with uplifting activities. Meet inspiring vendors, participate in engaging games, bounce into fun, and take part in the spirit committees silent basket auction that supports a great cause, and more. Everyone welcome.
We are asking if anyone would like to donate a fall themed basket to our spirit committee to please reach out to Jamie Hatfield @ Jhatfield@legacyridgebrookstone or by calling @ 470-330-9814
Loving Lucy
On October 15, 1951, Lucille Ball brought her sitcom I Love Lucy to television audiences. The show’s plot was relatively simple: the naïve and ambitious wife of a popular bandleader strives for attention despite her obvious lack of talent. Luckily, the actor who played this character, the inimitable Lucille Ball, had plenty of talent. Her comedic genius propelled the show to the top of the charts. I Love Lucy was America’s most-watched show for four of its six seasons. It won five Emmy Awards and a George Foster Peabody Award for excellence.
I Love Lucy was the first television show to be filmed using multiple cameras in front of a live studio audience, though many said such a production could not be done. This live audience proved vital, as it provided a real-life laugh track for the sitcom. Most episodes were filmed in just 30 minutes. Production didn’t stop for actors’ mistakes. If an actor forgot a line, it was up to the other actors to bail them out. Just about the only time production did slowdown was for Lucy’s big costume changes. But the comedy kept on coming, and I Love Lucy became a sensation
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Recipe Spotlight:
Fall Chicken Skillet
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb chicken breasts, cubed
Salt & pepper
4 tbsp Garlic Butter
2-3 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
1 butternut squash, cubed
1 onion, sliced
2 Granny Smith apples, cubed
1/2 tsp thyme
1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup chicken broth, divided
2 oz crumbled bacon
Directions:
Cook seasoned chicken in olive oil until browned, set aside. In the same pan, melt Garlic Butter and sauté Brussels sprouts, squash, and onion for 8-10 minutes. Add apple, thyme, cinnamon, and 1/2 cup broth, cook until broth evaporates.
Stir in remaining broth and chicken, then garnish with bacon. Serve. Take off the heat, and garnish with crumbled bacon. Serve.
Resident of the Month
Patricia Hudson
Meet Patricia, our October resident of the month. Patricia was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, February of 1942 alongside her two sisters. After she graduated from University of Tennessee with a degree in elementary education, she married Her husband in 1962 who She met at church. They later moved to Georgia in 1989 share two children, Laura and Steve.
In elementary school she began to take piano lessons each lesson cost. $0.50 Her grandmother bought her a piano and she took lessons for several years and learned to play the organ which came in handy as a wife of a minister. She played the piano and organ at church for many years. She also sings and sang in several choirs over the years.
Patricia has a dedication to teaching as she taught elementary School in Tennessee, Texas, Alabama and Georgia. She mostly enjoys teaching fourth in 5th grade. Ms. Pat taught hundreds of children how to read and hopefully love books.
Miss Pat loves to be outside looking at the sky and watching airplanes, her favorite part is watching the planes glide across the sky. Her fondest memory is of her father being in the army during World War II. She lived in Texas and Florida when her father was stationed in the war.
Miss Pat, we thank you deeply from the bottom of our hearts here at Legacy Ridge at Brookstone for being the person So humble and kind to everyone around you.