Resident's Birthdays
Andrew Smith 10/9
Charles Stevens 10/22
James Nelson Speigle 10/24
Sue Tait 10/28
Saff Birthdays
10/2 Dorothy House
10/6 Kentasia Smith
10/20 Linda Bigham
10/22 Larhonda Smith
10/25 Marcia Bygrave
10/26 Meredith Rookis
Month's Celebrations
*10/7
Door Decorating Contest Begins
*10/9
Resident Birthday Luncheon
*10/23
Fall Festival
GRand Teton
National Park
Wildlife enthusiasts can learn more about the park’s animals and explore the Teton backcountry for an overnight camping experience. For those interested in educational experiences, ranger-led programs offer deeper insights into the park’s natural beauty and history.
Activities Department needs help with flower arranging
Volunteers are needed to help arrange flowers in small vases for the dining room tables. The flowers are donated by the Piggy Wiggly every week.
Learn about the Grand Teton National Park
We will be hosting virtual tours of the Grand Teton National Park during the month of October. Make your plans to be there.
Preventing Falls
*If you have difficulty with walking or balance, or have fallen in the past year, talk to your healthcare provider about having a special falls risk assessment.
*Ask your provider if you would benefit from an exercise program to prevent falls.
*If you have fallen before, or are scared of falling, think about buying a special alarm that you wear as a bracelet or necklace. Then, if you fall and can’t get to the phone, you can push a button on the alarm that will call emergency services for you.
*Don’t rush to answer the phone. Many people fall trying to answer the phone. Either carry a cordless or cell phone or let an answering machine pick up.
*When walking on smooth floors, wear non-slip footwear, such as slippers with rubber/no-slip bottoms or flat, thin-soled shoes that fit well.
*If you have a cane or a walker, use it at all times instead of holding onto walls and furniture.
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.
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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
Bunelle "Bunny" Sayler
Our October resident of the month is Bunny Sayler!
Bunny moved into Monark Grove Greystone in August 2020. Bunny moved to Monark Grove Greystone from Mobile, AL to be closer to her daughter who lives in Birmingham. Bunny met her husband Rodney at Troy State. They married and have 1 son and 1 daughter. Her son has 3 boys and her daughter has twin girls and a boy. Bunny taught kindergarten for several years and was even nominated Teacher of the Year. She received her Master’s in Education and then received her Administration Degree. She served as Assistant Principal in Mobile for many years. Bunny loved being a mother and wife and loved to host parties. One of her favorite things about living at Monark Grove Greystone are the friendships she has developed. Bunny serves as a Resident Ambassador
and loves to talk to her new neighbors and learn about their fascinating lives and where they’ve been. Bunny is a BAMA fan – “ROLL TIDE”!
Associate of the Month
Molly Lovell
Congratulations to Molly Lovell for being selected as Associate of the Month. Molly has only been at the Monark Grove Greystone a few months and has proven has love for her work and residents. She works in the Housekeeping department. She is always smiling and helps residents keep their home spic-n-span.
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