September

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Resident´s Birthdays

Frank L. 9/1
Eva H. 9/2
Beulah P. 9/16
Ann W. 9/16
Girard D. 9/16
Marilyn T. 9/21
Bette C. 9/29

Celebrating September

World Alzheimer’s Month

National Guide Dog Month

Assisted Living Week
September 8–13

Labor Day
September 2

Day of Charity
September 5

Grandparents Day
September 8

Wonderful Weirdos Day
September 9

Patriot Day
September 11

First Day of Autumn
September 22

Love Note Day
September 26

Good Neighbor Day
September 28

We also Celebrate

Lily Tomlin September 1, 1939
Salma Hayek – September 2, 1966
Beyoncé – September 4, 1981
Bob Newhart – September 5, 1929
Grandma Moses – September 7, 1860
Patsy Cline – September 8, 1932
Jean Smart – September 13, 1951
B. B. King – September 16, 1925
Bill Murray – September 20, 1950
Shaun Cassidy – September 27, 1953
Bryant Gumbel – September 29, 1948

Back to School

Back to School

As September approaches, the sight of children heading back to school brings a wave of nostalgia, reminding us of how schools used to be. Back in the day, many schools were one-room schoolhouses, especially in rural areas. Imagine one teacher managing students of all ages and grades in a single room. Discipline was strict—getting the occasional rap on the knuckles with a ruler was not unheard of!
Technology in the classroom was a far cry from today’s tablets and smartboards. The trusty chalkboard was the centerpiece of the room, and students wrote on slates with chalk. Desks were often bolted in neat rows, and flexible seating was just a dream. Instead of Googling answers, students flipped through well-worn textbooks and took meticulous handwritten notes.
School supplies were prized possessions. Pencils and paper were often shared among siblings, and ink wells and nib pens were part of the daily routine. Lunches, wrapped in cloth or paper, were brought from home—no cafeteria pizzas or chocolate milk here!
Getting to school was an adventure in itself. School buses were a rarity, so many children walked long distances, rain or shine. This daily trek often built a strong sense of community, as families and neighbors connected through their local school.
Reflecting on these memories, it’s clear that while much has changed, the joy of learning, making friends, and community spirit remains timeless. Here’s to celebrating the wonderful memories of school days past!

Exploring National Parks- Rocky Mountains

This month in our exploring national park we will be visiting Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. Although Rocky Mountain National Park was officially established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1915, this amazing region of peaks, valleys and forests that is now one of the nation’s most popular vacation destinations had already been inhabited by humans for thousands of years. Tribes of Ute and Arapaho spent summers in the area until the land was acquired by the U.S. government with the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. These early European explorers were soon followed by hordes of miners and homesteaders in the 1860s enticed by the Pikes Peak gold rush and the Homestead Act of 1862, which offered settlers free plots of public land in the west.

After World War I, the number of tourists to the area increased, and park rangers began building lodges and other amenities. During the Great Depression, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Civilian Conservation Corps, which recruited young men to work at the park. They built trails, lodges, roads, and other facilities, including Trail Ridge Road. In 1976, UNESCO designated the park as one of the first World Biosphere Reserves. Please join us at our many National Parks activities throughout the month.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover.

Celebrating Assisted Living Week
September 8-14

Assisted Living Week was established by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) in 1995, National Assisted Living Week® provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones, staff, volunteers, and the surrounding communities to recognize the role of assisted living in caring for America’s seniors and individuals with disabilities. The annual observance encourages assisted living communities around the country to offer a variety of events and activities to celebrate the individuals they serve, as well as to help educate members of the public about this distinctive aspect of long term care.​​​​​​​​​​​ ​Please check the calendar for special events and themes during this week.

Assisted Living Week Themed Dress Up Days

Monday September 9th– Movie Star Monday- Dress Up as your Favorite Movie Star, TV or Movie Character or Superhero

Tuesday September 10th– Tropical Tuesday-Wear your tropical themed clothing

Wednesday September 11th-Western Wednesday- Wear your cowboy hats and boots or western shirts

Thursday September 12th– Throwback Thursday-Dress from your favorite decade

Friday September 13th– Fan Friday-Wear your favorite sports team gear

Rocky Mountain National Park

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Recipe Spotlight

Tomato Avocado Salad

Tomato Avocado Salad

Ingredients:
2 cups chopped tomatoes, about 1/2 inch (any type of tomatoes you like)
2 ripe avocados, cubed
1/4 small red onion, sliced
1/4 cup minced cilantro, or parsley
Juice of 1 lime
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste

Additional optional add-ins:
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/2 cup chickpeas
1/2 cup black beans
1/2 cup feta or cubed mozzarella

Directions:
In a large salad bowl, place the tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
Drizzle with olive oil, lime juice, pepper flakes and salt & pepper to taste. Gently toss.
Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap in fridge for up to 2 hours.

Resident of the Month

Carolyn Eisengart

Carolyn Eisengart, Resident of the Month, September 2024 | The Goldton at St. Petersburg

Meet Carolyn our resident of the month! Carolyn has lived here at the Goldton since March of this year! She grew up in Pittsburgh, PA eventually moving to Florida for the beautiful weather! She was a ceramics instructor and enjoyed doing other crafts as well. She has made costumes for the ballet and sewn uniforms for the Tampa Bay Rays. These days Carolyn enjoys reading and spending time with friends and family.

Associate of the Month

Shabrea Baker

Shabrea Baker, Associate of the Month, September 2024 | The Goldton at St. Petersburg

Shabrea is a med tech that has worked at the Goldton for six years. Shabrea is one of our lead nightshift med techs. She is a hard worker, know how to handle difficult situations has exemplary attendance! She loved by the residents and her fellow workers. We are so lucky to have her as part of the team

Collaborators

Lisa Stouffer Lifestyles Director The Goldton At St. Petersburg
Lisa Stouffer
Dolores Salazar Executive Director The Goldton At St. Petersburg
Dolores Salazar
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