April

Madison at Ocoee
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80 N Clarke Rd, Ocoee, FL 34761

April 1st 2025

Around the world with Atlas - April 2025 - Greece

Resident´s Birthdays

4/2 Ollie Gordon
4/2 Glenford Griffiths
4/4 Gerry McGuire
4/6 Susan Widell
4/9 Nancy Frymyer

Events Spotlight

Come Join us for our Spring Festival on Thursday, April 17th From 5 – 7pm

Greek Heritage

Alexa play "Zorba’s Dance" from "Mikis Theodorakis"

The Song: Zorba’s Dance by Mikis Theodorakis (1964) became an iconic Greek melody, famous worldwide.
The Dance: The sirtaki dance, created for the film, becoming a symbol of Greek culture.

The Movie Zorba the Greek (1964), starring Anthony Quinn, was based on a very famous greek novel and filmed in Crete, won three Oscars and was nominated for seven. The movie expose the amazing greek culture to the world.

Associate of the Month

Roseline

Roseline is such a pleasure to work with. Our residents state that she is very caring and always willing to lend an extra hand.

Greece

The population of Greece – Greece has a population of 10.7 million people. Capital City – The Capital city of Greece is Athens and it is also the largest city in Greece. Where is Greece located? – Greece is located at the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula. It borders Turkey, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania and the Mediterranean Sea. Area of Greece – 131,957 square km (50948 square miles). Highest Mountain – The highest Mountain in Greece is Mount Olympus at 2918 meters (9573 feet). Greece has both a Prime Minister and President – The president of Greece has mostly a ceremonial role, but he does appoint the Prime Minister of Greece. The current prime minister is Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Greek National Anthem – Hymn to Freedom or Hymn to Liberty. It was written in 1823 by Dionysios Solomos. Museums – If you are a museum buff, you’ll love Greece. It has more archaeological museums that any country in the world. It isn’t surprising since there are so many sites dating back to ancient times.

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Greece, the cradle of Western civilization, is a land where ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture come together. From the awe-inspiring ruins of the Acropolis of Athens, where the Parthenon stands as a symbol of classical Greece, to the mystical sanctuary of Delphi, once considered the center of the world in ancient times, Greece is rich in heritage and mystical past.

The whitewashed cliffs of Santorini showcase Mediterranean charm. Whether exploring ancient ruins, sun-drenched islands, or dramatic landscapes, Greece captivates with its timeless beauty and profound legacy.

Come have fun crafting with our residents!

Our Senior friends can always use a helping hand. If you have a lot or a little bit of time we would enjoy having you. Please contact use at 407-299-2710 for volunteer information.

This Month Food Creations for Activities

Join us to put together these yummy treats
as posted on the daily activities.

Ingredients:
Hummus
Cucumber
Feta Cheese
Olives
Tomatoes
Greek Yogurt
Pita Chips

Chocolate Moues – Easter Garden
Ingredients:
Cool Whip
Instant Chocolate Pudding Powder
Oreo Cookies
Coconut – green dye
Peeps and eggs/jelly beans

Greek Kabob
Ingredients
Feta Cheese
Cucumber
Tomatoes
Kalamata Olives
Greek Style Dressing

Greek Style Cheesecake
Ingredients:
Melted Buttle
Gram Crackers
Vanilla
Greek Yogurt
Sugar Icing
Honey
Preserve

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Recipe Spotlight:

Classic Greek Salad (Horiatiki)

Ingredients:
4 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 cucumber, sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
½ cup olives (dark or green)
1 block of feta cheese (about 200g)
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar (optional)
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Crusty bread (for serving)

Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
Add the olives and gently toss everything together. Place the block of feta cheese on top of the salad. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar (if using). Sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side.

Resident of the Month

Stephen Berry

Meet Stephen Berry, a truly special member of our community! Stephen is known for his kind heart, sharp wit, and the way he keeps us all on our toes. His warm smile is contagious, and his humor always brightens the room.

Stephen enjoys the simple pleasures in life – like a good bag of popcorn and an ice-cold Budweiser. But what he loves most is making you think with his clever remarks and thought-provoking conversations.

We’re so lucky to have Stephen as part of our Family. If you see him around, be sure to say hello-you’re guaranteed a great chat and a good laugh!

Happy Easter!

Spring Poem By: Jennifer Gunner
All The World’s Alive Again
The Rabbit hops its gentle step
The lark sings lyric songs
All the world’s alive again
Spring rights the winter wrongs.

Mother hen protects her chicks
White blossoms are in bloom
All the world’s alive again
No snowy clouds to loom.

A kitten chirps her tiny mew
The child blinks his eyes
All the worlds alive again
A new world crystalized.

Limited-Time Offer: Two Months Half Off Assisted Living!

April

Madison at Ocoee
Newsletter

80 N Clarke Rd, Ocoee, FL 34761

April 1st 2025

Around the world with Atlas - April 2025 - Greece

Resident´s Birthdays

Events Spotlight

Greek Heritage

Alexa play "Zorba’s Dance" from "Mikis Theodorakis"

Associate of the Month

Roseline

Greece

Greek Heritage
Around the World with Atlas

Come have fun crafting with our residents!

This Month Food Creations for Activities

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Recipe Spotlight:

Classic Greek Salad (Horiatiki)

Resident of the Month

Stephen Berry

Happy Easter!

Collaborators

Janell Dunn

Limited-Time Offer: Two Months Half Off Assisted Living!

April

Madison at Ocoee Newsletter

80 N Clarke Rd, Ocoee, FL 34761

April 1st 2025

Around the world with Atlas - April 2025 - Greece

Resident´s Birthdays

Events Spotlight

Greek Heritage

Alexa play "Zorba’s Dance" from "Mikis Theodorakis"

Associate of the Month

Roseline

Greece

Grand Teton National Park

Greek Heritage Around the World with Atlas

Come have fun crafting with our residents!

This Month Food Creations for Activities

More Articles

5 Easter Activities for Seniors and Families to Enjoy Together This 2025

National Healthcare Decisions Day: 10 Ways for Seniors to Plan for the Future

Share our good news:

Recipe Spotlight:

Classic Greek Salad (Horiatiki)

Resident of the Month

Stephen Berry

Happy Easter!

Collaborators

Janell Dunn

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