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Harry B. finds out that this furry little "Therapy Dog in Training" makes everyone smile, BIG Smiles!

From large to small, our furry friends bring joy and companionship to our members.

We have lots of visitors, trips and special events that happen each month at BPI. Check out our Calendar to

see what you may enjoy.

Fall Fun and Furry Friends at BPI...

Celebrating 41 years of

service in our community

BPI Mission StatementTo provide safe, caring and exceptional Adult Day Services that will offer meaningful, individually tailored programs and care designed to enhance the dignity, independence, joy and quality of life of older persons, younger adults with disabilities, provide

support and respite for their families and caregivers and serve as an informational resource for our communities.

October 2019

614 Harwood Hill, P.O. Box 1504, Bennington, VT 05201, Tel: (802) 442-8136www.bpiads.org

Inside this Issue...Calendar of Activities/Menu 2

Caregiver Support 3

Donations/Memorial Gifts 4

BPI Poets are Published 5

BPI Bulletin Board - Activity Highlights 6

BPI Scrapbook 7

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Families TogetherMonthly Caregiver

GatheringsBPI offers a monthly gathering providing caregiver support,

laughter and camaraderie. The October meeting will be

held on Tuesday, October 29th at 1:00 PM.Please call (802) 442-8136 or email

info@bpiads.org for more information.

There is strength in support!By Melissa Stemp, Social Worker

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Bennington Project Independenceis pleased to host the

Southwestern Vermont Council On Aging’s

workshop series for family caregivers

“Powerful Tools for Caregivers”.October 16th - November 20

at the Dr. Richard A. Sleeman Center

From 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

It is free of charge and refreshments will be pro-vided.

For more information and to register Please contact Aaron Brush at SVCOA at

802-772-7835.

The Staff at Bennington Project Independence understand that caregivers need and benefit from support just as much as those they are caring for. Who better to provide that support than other caregivers and peers who are going through similar experiences? This is just what happens at Families Together!

Talking openly about our concerns and feelings isn’t easy. There is often concern, that others simply won’t understand what you are going through. I assure you, that you will not find that in these meetings. What you will find, is a tremendous amount of validation and support. Validation of your feelings, and more importantly, it’s validation without judgment. You will find that other caregivers in the group truly understand and that another group member may have gone through the same thing (or something similar).They have even felt the same way as you. With understanding from the other caregivers in the group will come the emotional support that you need and deserve. This can help to reduce the feeling of anxiety and depression that some caregivers express. You can also

receive information on resources that may be beneficial.Past caregivers who have attended these meetings have talked about how much they looked forward to attending them every month. At times caregivers arrive at the meeting feeling broken, tired and defeated. However, with the support of their peers and the group facilitator, they leave feeling encouraged, with a smile on their face and a chance to laugh with a friend. It’s truly remarkable how the support of a peer (who truly understands) can change our outlook on a situation at hand.

Please join us on the last Tuesday of every month from 1 pm to 2:30 pm when our Social Worker, Melissa Stemp, facilitates “Families Together.” This group is open to all caregivers, it’s confidential and it’s free!

You can contact Melissa Stemp at 802-442-8136 for more information.

“Encourage, lift and strengthen one another. For the positive energy spread to one will be felt by us all. For we are connected, one and all.” ~Deborah Day

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Virtual Dementia ToursOctober 2, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

October 16, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Pre-registration is required.Call (802) 442-8136

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Lower Level Completion Donations

• Gloria Van Derzee

Operational Donations• Charles J. Dziengiel • Ruth Ellenbogen• Martha Mulligan• Gayle Potter• Jane Radocchia • Emily Rowe• Evelyn St. Peter

Memorial GiftsMemorial gifts to

Bennington Project Independence celebrate and honor someone’s

life by helping others.

♥ Katie Hadel

♥ Margaret Martin• Natalie Rallis

• Rita Allard

• Gloria Van Derzee ♥ Katie Valotti

• Lily Beukenkamp-Delsing ♥ Louis Canto

♥ Adrian Beukenkamp

• Barbara canto

• Janet Fabricius ♥ Dr. Richard Fabricius

October 2019Bennington Project Independence

• Ann Q.- Assorted Craft Items• Southshire Students- Digital Maginifier• Joan W.- Craft patterns, Lace and Fabric• John Mc.- Assorted Bingo Prizes, Paper,

Pencils, Greeting Cards, Craft Items for Activities, Halloween House and Board Games

• Sue B.- Rollator• Kris N. & Dawn Mc.- Holiday Decorations,

Puzzle and Craft Supplies• Madeline S.- Jewelry• Evelyn M.- Puzzle and Second Chance

Lottery Tickets• Doris C.- Blouse

In Kind Gifts

Thank you to Terry's Orchard for the donation of Apples.

We would also like to thank Tim Guetti and Tim Williams for sharing their Apple Press for

the Apple Cider making demonstration.

BPI members Ruby C. and Frank H. are taking their turn pressing the apples at BPI.

Thank you Juliet Sleeman

for your generous donation

"In Memory of My Wonderful Parents"

Dr. Richard A. & Isabell Sleeman

Special Thank you

to Dr. Charles & Priscilla Salem

for your generous donation

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Complimentary Visit CouponYou are invited to join us at Bennington Project Independence, Adult Day Service for a full or half day at No Charge. Come Join the fun, meet new friends, try out interesting activities, and enjoy a delicious lunch & snacks. Nursing and Personal care available as needed.

Check us out to see what all the smiles at BPI are about!

Contact Gina Anzivino at BPI to schedule your visit (802) 442-8136

All visits must be prearranged. Valid for new participants only.Not redeemable for cash.

614 Harwood Hill - P.O. Box 1504Bennington, VT 05201

(802) 442-8136

Got Pumpkins?

Do you have extra to share with BPI?We are in need of 10-15 medium sized Pumpkins for a special activity at BPI.

They are needed ASAP so we get started on the Fall fun.

Save the DateBennington Project Independence

would like to invite you to a Special Event

on November 7, 2019

at More information coming soon...

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The Poets sharing their work are (left to right) Tom H., Tiffany H. (Staff), Sharon R., Bernice R. and (front) Bill W. BPI members not pictured are Erin L., Pam Sv., and Roxie C.

BPI Poets are Published!

SquirrelsRed, grey, or black,

Every day they match my slacks.They run all around

Up and down trees and on the ground.They steal nuts to hide,Not looking for a bride.

Squirrels love to cross the road.Are they ever followed by a toad?

Creative Forecasting is a monthly magazine for Activity and Recreation Professionals working in Long term

care, Assisted living facilities, and Adult Day Services. Below is a picture of our proud Poets

We are pleased to announce that BPI’s Creative Musing Poem “Squirrels” which was written by

BPI members was published in the October Creative Forecasting magazine.

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October Activity Highlights:

October Birthday Wishes

• Pauline E.- 3rd• Terry V.- 10th• Paul S.- 11th• William W,- 12th• Jeanne C.- 14th• Dorothy C.-16th• Erin L.- 20th• Deborah W.- 20th• Marion B.-21st• John Mc.-25th• Cosmo D.-26th

October AnniversariesHank and Nancy R.- 7th

Pauline and Lew E.- 9th

Bruce and Rosemary A.- 24th

By Shelagh Muckle

BPI 's Wish List ş Grocery Gift Cards ş Bingo prize items for men ş Jewelry making beads and wire ş 14-20 gauge beading wire ş Pillow forms ş Apple iPad and iPods for Activities ş Black Sharpie fine & ultra fine tip

markers ş Canon 251 XL ink cartridges ş Ladies Red Hats for Red Hat Society ş Wooden Corn Hole Game ş Gift bags- all occasions ş Men's L or XL zip front sweaters

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As the season changes to Fall and the leaves start to show off their beautiful colors, we will be celebrating October with lots of fun activities. October is an exciting month at BPI we will be celebrating Oktoberfest, Columbus Day and Halloween. Also, we will honor Breast Cancer Awareness, Fire Prevention, and our local Animal Shelter. So that means lots of activities and trips

for all this Fall. Here are some highlights for October that you don’t want to miss…

On Thursday the 3rd we will be celebrating a German holiday called Oktoberfest. This day will be filled with Horse racing and German themes along with a delicious German Feast for lunch. Would you like to share your knowledge about Oktoberfest? Come join the fun!On Tuesday the 8th we will be presenting Fire Prevention Tips. This will be an important discussion with the heating season fast approaching. Does your family have an escape route in case of a fire?On Friday the 18th we will be honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us in promoting Breast Cancer Awareness by wearing pink on this day.Wednesday the 23rd come in and try your hand at our BPI’s Checker Tournament. This tournament will begin in the morning and go until we have a winner. If you would like to participate let the staff office know and we will sign you up. On Thursday the 24th BPI Members and Staff will be making Dog Biscuits to give to Second Chance Animal Center. Every month our furry friends from 2nd Chance come to visit with BPI Members. We love having them here and this is our chance to give back to our friends. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity.Monday the 28th Members and Staff will be making Pumpkin- flavored Spider- shaped Whoopies. It is just as much fun making them, as it is to eat them! If you like to bake, this would be a fun activity for you try.Wednesday the 30th, DJ Scott will be at BPI to perform in the afternoon from 1-3 pm. Get your dancing shoes on and be ready for a “Howling” time!Friday the 31st is our Halloween Celebration. We will have trick or treaters throughout the day in costume coming to BPI. Please dress in costume if you would like along with the staff. The day will be filled with Halloween- themed games, contests, and spooky fun throughout the day.October is a month filled with fun and fall-themed trips and activities. We look forward to seeing you all!

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Madeline S., Andrea K. Sylvia R. and Tori (Staff) model their millinery

fashion for BPI Crazy Hat Day

Andy R. makes a special friend on a trip to the Mile Around Woods at the Park

McCullough House in North Bennington.

(Left) Mary Lou C. and "Memphis" become fast friends and smile for the camera while visiting BPI

(Right) Harry B. is making another Special friend

named "Ollie"

Thank You to (trainers) Katie Mckenzie and Wendy Falgerholm for sharing these cuddly

companions with us .

Natalie R. and Tiffany C. enjoyed a trip to the Bennington Museum.

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Ruby C. and Frank H. take their turn with the cider press at the Apple Cider Press

demonstration at BPI.Our special Red Hat sisters Sharon R. and

Gayle P. (Staff) light up the room with their smiles at the BPI Red Hat Society Tea Party.

Would you like to join us for a BPI Red Hat Society Tea Party?

Look at BPI's monthly Calendar to see when our next Tea party will be.

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Organizational Affiliations:

Bennington Project Independence is approved annually by the Vermont Department of Aging and Disabilities and complies with all the state standards for adult day care. BPI is a certified Veterans Administration Adult Day Health Center. In addition, BPI is a member of the following:

• National Adult Day Services Association• Vermont Association of Adult Day Services• Bennington Area Chamber of Commerce• National Family Caregiver Association• Tri-State Learning Collaborative on Aging

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