August
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Newsletter
Resident´s Birthdays
Patricia Brown-6th
John Fitzpatrick-13th
Helen Anthony-16th
Methel Taylor- 16th
Celebrating August
National Watermelon Day- 3rd
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day- 4th
National Relaxation Day- 15th
Remembering Elvis Day- 16th
Woman’s Right to Vote Anniversary- 18th
National Lemonade Day- 20th
National Buttered Corn Day- 23rd
National Cinema Day- 27th
Events Spotlight
Very Important Family Information Night (6:00pm -8:00pm) – Friday, the 27th
Associate of the Month
Ashlin Patterson
Ashlin Patterson, a Greer/Blueridge native, grew up alongside three brothers and a sister. Her journey with Spring Park began in 2019, driven by a lifelong passion for healthcare. Helping others remains a profound source of joy for her. Beyond her career, Ashlin dedicates her time to her husband and four children, who share their home with an adorable pet axolotl named Alien. When she isn’t cherishing her time with the family, she’s busy enriching her life with her friends’ companionship.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park protects some of the most unique geological, biological, and cherished cultural landscapes in the world. Extending from sea level to 13,680 feet, the park encompasses the summits of two of the world’s most active volcanoes – Kīlauea and Mauna Loa – and is a designated International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Congratulate our new Memory Care Coordinator: Felicia Turner
We are excited to announce Felicia Turner as our new Memory Care Coordinator for The Gardens. Felicia brings over five years of dedicated service at Spring Park, where she has consistently gone above and beyond with a smile. In her new role, Felicia will work closely with Kim Thompson, our Resident Care Director, to ensure that every resident receives personalized care tailored to their specific needs. She will serve as your dedicated point of contact for any concerns regarding your loved ones in our Memory Care unit.
Felicia is known for her unwavering commitment to resident well-being and is a true team player, always attentive to the needs of our residents and other departments alike. Outside of work, Felicia enjoys spending time with her two children: Myia, a busy 16-year-old involved in track and working hard at Pizza House, and her energetic 5-year-old son, Jace, along with their family dog, Finn. Her favorite moments of relaxation come with winding down in front of Netflix.
We are thrilled to have Felicia as part of our team and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make in enhancing the lives of our residents.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Photograph taken from varying overlooks along the edge of Kaluapele, the summit caldera of Kīlauea volcano, lava cascaded into Halemaʻumaʻu crater and began to form a deep lava lake.
Important News from Lisa, our Executive Director
Dear Residents and Families,
Effective August 30, 2024, Reliant Geriatrics will no longer operate within our building. We understand this may come as short notice, but we have a well-prepared plan to ensure continued medical care for your loved ones with our new in-house provider, Curana Health.
To facilitate this transition, consent forms for Curana Health services can be obtained from our Resident Care Coordinator, Kim, or our Front Desk Liaison, Stephanie.
We invite you to join us for an important Family Meeting on August 27, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, where we will introduce Curana Health and address any questions or concerns you may have. Kim Thompson and Lisa Hawkins will be available to provide information and assistance.
To streamline the process, we kindly request that all consent forms be completed and returned to Kim or Stephanie at the front desk before August 30, 2024.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this transition. We are committed to ensuring continuity of care and are here to support you every step of the way.
Warm regards,
Lisa Hawkins, Spring Park Executive Director
Introducing Alexa Show 8: Enhancing Your Living Experience
We’re excited to announce that Alexa Show 8 will now be installed in every resident’s room, bringing advanced technology to our community and offering a range of benefits such as activity reminders, family photo displays, and even personalized announcements.
Key Features of Alexa Show 8:
• Immersive Entertainment: Enjoy an 8″ HD touchscreen and spatial audio for enhanced entertainment. Make video calls with clear, high-quality sound and a 13 MP camera. Alexa Show 8 also functions as a smart home hub, seamlessly connecting your devices.
• Stream music from Amazon Music, Apple Music, or Spotify (subscriptions required).
• Stay Connected: Make hands-free video calls using voice commands. The auto-framing camera and noise reduction technology ensure clear, natural conversations. The new Top Connections widget allows one-tap calling.
• Display Your Memories: Transform your home screen into a digital photo frame with Amazon Photos. Adaptive color adjusts to any lighting, and you can invite family and friends to share photos directly to your Echo Show.
• Personalized Information: Glance at your calendar, reminders, and other relevant information from a distance with Adaptive Content. Customize your home screen with shortcut icons for easy access to your favorite widgets.
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Recipe Spotlight:
Summer Vegetable Frittata
Ingredients:
1 cup zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut in ¼-inch slices
1 cup diced potatoes, cooked completely
½ cup halved grape tomatoes
2 tbsps sliced black olives
6 eggs
salt and pepper to taste
¼ tsp chopped fresh basil
pinch cayenne pepper
2 tbsps olive oil
½ cup minced onions
¼ cup minced yellow bell peppers
¼ cup minced red bell peppers
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
½ cup shredded mozzarella
Directions:
Preheat oven to 450°F. Beat eggs with salt, pepper, basil, and cayenne in a bowl. In an ovenproof non-stick pan, heat oil and sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until tender. Add zucchini and cook until al dente. Stir in potatoes, heating thoroughly, then add grape tomatoes and black olives. Turn off the heat and pour eggs over the vegetables. Top with sliced tomatoes and sprinkle with mozzarella. Bake for 10–15 minutes until the frittata is firm and cheese is slightly browned. Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into wedges and serve.
Resident of the Month
Bill Peacock
Bill Peacock, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, began his journey with a passion for music, majoring in voice at LSU. It was during his time there that he met Terry, his future wife, while actively involved in ministries at the Baptist Student Union. Their union lasted for 61 years until Terry passed away in 2019.
Bill’s educational path led him to the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, where he pursued degrees in Sacred Music and Christian Education, eventually earning a Master of Divinity. His career started as a music minister and progressed to pastoral roles in several churches across Louisiana and Mississippi.
In 1968, Bill and Terry were appointed as missionaries with the Southern Baptist Foreign Mission Board, beginning a transformative chapter in South Korea where they spent fourteen years. Their family expanded during this time to include six members, but now, Bill has a total of four children, thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
After 18 additional years working at the SBC International Mission Board in Richmond, Virginia, Bill and Terry moved to Marietta, South Carolina to build their retirement house onto the family land of their oldest daughter. It became a cherished haven for their later years.
In addition to singing, preaching, and teaching, Bill has loved to fish, garden, and build things with his hands. Despite extensive travels—visiting over 70 countries through ministry and family trips—Bill has always treasured having a place to call home. For the past 5 ½ years, Spring Park has provided him with a sense of security, care, and companionship.
Collaborators
Lisa Hawkins
