Senior Living News October 2025
The Canopy at Westridge
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Around the world with Atlas - October 2025 - Germany
Halloween Special
Resident's Birthdays
10/11-Shirley Brown
10/15-Dorothy Stolicky
10/22-Sandra Garrison
Month's Celebrations
10/13-Indigenous Day
10/31-Halloween
Fall Festival
Events Spotlight
Trunk or Treat-10/31
Dj Doug Dance Party -10/24
Fraud / Scam Prevention-10/13
Terry the Poker Guy-10/3-10/17
Royal Arms of Germany
The coat of arms of Germany, also known as the Bundeswappen, displays a black eagle with a red beak, a red tongue and red feet on a golden field, which is blazoned:
Or, an eagle displayed sable beaked langued and membered gules.
Associate of the Month
Alexander Riley
Our October Associate of the Month is Alexander Riley. Alex has worked with Atlas a short time now but has worked in the healthcare field for 3 years now. His future goal is to become a Dementia Specialist. When asked what other job he would work for a day he said, “Activities Director”! Thank you, Alex, for all you do!
German Music Legacy
Alexa, play Beethoven’s Symphony Number 9, Opus 125, Second Movement, Molto Vivace.
The second movement of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony bursts with restless energy and rhythmic drive. Marked Molto Vivace, it contrasts the solemn grandeur of the opening with a lively scherzo full of syncopated pulses and dramatic turns. By the time he composed this masterpiece (1822–1824), Beethoven was almost completely deaf, yet his imagination transcended silence, giving the world music of unparalleled vitality. The scherzo’s bold rhythms and jubilant spirit showcase Beethoven’s genius for combining structure and passion, paving the way for the symphony’s monumental choral finale.
Dementia/Caregiver Support Group
This Month we will have our first Caregiver Support Group. This support group will help the caregivers cope with taking care of their loved ones. And steps to take when dealing with Dementia.
Welcome to Germany
Around the World with Atlas
Germany’s history stretches back to ancient tribes such as the Saxons, Franks, and Goths, whose resilience left a mark on Europe’s foundations. From the crowning of Charlemagne in 800 AD to the rise of the Holy Roman Empire under Otto I, the medieval period saw the growth of a diverse cultural and political landscape. Moments of transformation, like Martin Luther’s Protestant Reformation, sparked new ideas that influenced the world far beyond Germany’s borders.
In the centuries that followed, the rise of Prussia and the eventual German unification in 1871 brought together a patchwork of regions into a modern and power nation.
Though the 20th century was marked by hardship and division, after two awful wars, Germany was in ruin and divided by a wall, years of division goes by until the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and the re-unification of Germany opened the path to a new chapter. Today, Germany stands as a symbol of resilience and renewal—celebrated for its music, philosophy, literature, and innovations, as well as its role as a cultural and economic leader in Europe.
Roy & Linda Whaley 80th Birthday !
Roy and Linda Whaley celebrated their 80th Birthday one day after another! How lovely it was to celebrate them together as a couple and their milestone Birthday !
The Paris Dancers !
The Paris Dancers are group of seniors over the age of 70 years old up to 85 years old. These seniors travel all around the state of Georgia singing and dancing! How amazing it was to watch them perform and change outfits and be so youthful!
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Recipe of the Month
German Schnitzel
Ingredients:
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced in half horizontally)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk or water
1½ cups plain breadcrumbs (or fine dry panko)
Vegetable oil or clarified butter (for frying)
Lemon wedges and parsley, for serving
How to Make Schnitzel:
Making schnitzel at home is easier than you might think!
Pound the chicken until thin—about ¼ inch—being careful not to tear it.
Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Dredge first in flour, coating evenly.
Dip in the beaten egg mixture.
Turn in breadcrumbs, covering all sides lightly (don’t press too hard).
Fry in hot oil or butter until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of parsley.
Tip: Traditionally served with potato salad, French fries, or a simple green salad.
Resident of the Month
Theodore"Ted"Lemon
Ted lemon but “Theodore” after 5pm! Mr. Lemon is one of the most vibrant residents here at the Canopy. He was the second male Delta flight Attendant; he worked at Delta for 35 and half years. He was devoted to serving and helping others. Ted enjoys music and shopping in his free time! Thank you, Ted, for being such a bright light in our community!
Collaborators:
Jahqui Gibbs
