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The Village VoiceA Newsletter Sharing Our Continuum of Care Story

The Villages of San Luis Obispo55 Broad StreetSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Volume 15 | Issue 6 — June 2015

June - Bright Days, Fun NightsSunshine and clear skies are here and so are many opportunites to get out there and shine yourself! From singing along with family, learning more about our very own San Luis Obispo, or enjoying a night full of music and local art, we’ve got you covered. Grab your family and your friends and join in on the summertime fun!

“Music is Magic” Sing-a-Long at Sydney CreekThursday, 18th @ 11:30amSydney Creek Community Room The power of music, especially singing or playing an instrument, has proven to help unlock memories and stimulate the brain. It is an increas-ingly key feature of memory care here at Sydney Creek. It seems to reach parts of the brain in ways other forms of communication can not. Actual practice is the key to helping our memory, and many of our residents have musical backgrounds. We encourage them to share their talents with us! Come join our talented residents and sing-a-long together!

Mountains of Fire Tour starting at Garden Creek!Wednesday, 17th @ 2:00pmScenic DriveThe Nine Sisters are a series of ancient volcanic peaks which form a backdrop for the cities of San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay on the Central Coast. The peaks are aptly named The Nine Sisters because they are all in a row in close proximity. We’re going on a tour to see these moun-tains of fire! Join us for a scenic drive on the Central Coast and learn the sisters’ history.

Circus Fun at The VillagesWednesday, 24th @ 10:00am - 12:00pmCenter CircleCome one, come all to our annual Village Circus! This is an event not to be missed, with gravity defying entertainment by local Aerial Art Dance Company, Suspended Motion! We will also have scrumptious carnival food, a costume competition, and fun loving carnival games. You may even get a chance to win a prize or two! Don’t miss the entertainment and bring along your family and friends to join in on the fun!

Retirement Living55 Broad Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93405The Palms: 805.543.2300The Oaks: 805.543.2342

For More Information:Jane Lefebre —805.543.2300

[email protected]

Assisted Living73 Broad Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Administrator: Lea Bogoyevac

License #: 405800467Garden Creek: 805.543.2311


[email protected]

Memory Care1234 Laurel Lane

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Administrator: Kellie Gallegly

License #: 405800577Sydney Creek: 805.543.2350


[email protected]

FORGET-ME-NOT:ART AGAINST ALZHEIMER’S IS BACK!

Friday, 19th @ 5pm - 8pmThe Village at Sydney Creek

When Brandon Tokunaga lost his father to Alzheimer’s Disease, he vowed to do something to help in the effort to find a cure and help others affected as he was. So he rallied his fellow artists and the generous business people in our community to create a memorable evening of music, food, and art of all kinds. Now in its third year, Forget-Me-Not: Art Against Alzheimer’s invites the public to Sydney Creek on the evening of Friday June 19th from 5 pm to 8 pm. Browse the miniature trees of bonsai artists, explore the wonderful world of watercolor, local photographers, and Brandon’s own delicate brush-and-ink works. Local wineries, breweries, and coffee purveyors have donated their libations to the event, and Sydney Creek’s very own talented executive chef, Ben Kelly, has prepared a sumptuous array of ap-petizers. Music is provided by a popular local DJ, as attendees bid on silent auction items and choose which fabulous raffle items they desire. All the art is for sale as well, and all proceeds go to the local office of the Alzheimer’s Association. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Villages of San Luis Obispo

www.villagesofslo.com / www.sydneycreek.com

HEAR HERE By Jeri O’Neill

There are 48 million people in the United States with hearing loss. A large portion of the residents living at The Oaks and The Palms are hearing impaired. There are sophisticated assistive devices including hearing aids, available for all levels of hearing loss. Research for better solutions is ongo-ing. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) offers a national sup-port network to those with hearing loss. Founded in 1979 in Maryland by a CIA retiree, the precursor to the current organization was called Self-Help for Hard of Hearing People, Inc. (SHHH). In fact, in the 90s and into the 2000s, The Palms had its own monthly SHHH meetings. SHHH changed its name to HLAA in November of 2005. HLAA is a clearinghouse for a multitude of resources and services, from hearing aid information to prevention of hearing loss to specialized treat-ments for children and young adults. Its goal is to give hope and support to those with hearing loss. This is reflected in the organization’s encouraging and caring philosophy: “Hearing loss is a daily challenge you can overcome. You do not have to hide your hearing loss. You do not have to face hearing loss alone.” Hearing Loss Magazine, an informational periodical published by HLAA, is available in The Palms and The Oaks libraries. Until recently, the closest HLAA chapter met in Santa Barbara. Thanks to a persuasive contingent of our residents, including, but not limited to, Lou Fogo, Maria Barrows, and Pat Grattan, The Villages of San Luis Obispo is hon-ored to provide a meeting place for alternate gatherings of the Central Coast Chapter of HLAA. The meetings are educational, helpful, and free. For example, February’s subject focused on hospital stays. Ways of communicating needs to the ever-changing medical personnel was one useful topic. Another area of discussion was the benefits of the audio induction loop, commonly called the T-coil. It is a loop of cable that encircles a designated area in public spaces, such as theaters and churches, and generates a magnetic field that is picked up by a hearing aid. Hearing aids must be programmed for T-coil use. This system is widespread all over Europe and is now spreading throughout the U.S. Re-cently, the Supreme Court installed a hearing loop system so that the hearing impaired could follow the proceedings. Needless to say, the Central Coast Chapter of HLAA is a service group that has much to offer our communities. We plan to keep you informed about other developments in the future.

Retirement LivingSydney Creek Support GroupTuesday, 2nd @ 5:30pm Resource RoomConnect with other families and explore ways to cope with the wide array of feelings and emotions that arise when a loved one lives with Alzheimer’s disease. You are not alone. Join us and our Support Group Leader, Jenny Molinar as she offers help and comfort for the families affected by Alzheim-er’s disease and dementia.

Mika the Dog!Mondays/Wednesdays/FridaysCommunity Room Mika the dog has joined our family here at Sydney Creek! He is a great best friend to all our residents. He can be seen napping on laps, joining a resident for a walk in the garden, or just giving everyone love with his sweet demean-or! Come meet Mika and see the joy he brings to our community!

Putting on the RitzMonday, 8th @ 3:00pmCommunity RoomOur lovely ladies of Sydney Creek have been “Putting on the Ritz” with their fancy hats and gorgeous costume jewelry, donated by LaVeda Britton.They enjoy rummaging through jewelry boxes full of old rings, bracelets, hair clips and necklaces. Having a good ole time, dressing up and getting fancy is necessary for every woman! Our ladies do each other’s make-up and hair. They try on hats and gloves together, with a cup of tea. All things a lady needs to remember how beautiful she is!

Community HourTuesday, 9th @ 2:00pmCommunity HourThe residents of Sydney Creek are encouraged to join us for Community Hour held in our beautiful community room! Community Hour is a time when Life Enrichment likes to stimulates the senses! Studies show that art activities and music give back to our memory care residents, in some part, what the disease has taken away. It stimulates the senses, can trigger dor-mant memories and encourages conversation. Whether they’re viewing or creating art or music themselves, our residents can use it as a form of expres-sion, particularly individuals who can’t communicate verbally. Life Enrich-ment fills our community room with arts, crafts, music, and lots of conversa-tion! Please come join us to see what’s being created or expressed that hour!

June -- Fancy & Furry Fun!Mark Your Calendar!

NOTABLES:

New ResidentKatherine Flatos

Diana Sheridan

Margaret Maass

James Curry

Mary Lou Dunlap

Paul Pobor

Resident BirthdaysJoyce Cummins - June 2

Maxine Baker - June 6

Carl Lutrin - June 11

Ernest “Stuart” McMullen -June 15

Alma May - June 21

Verla “Nadine” Cole - June 22

Martha Henderson - June 27

Staff BirthdaysDiane Adlawan - 10th

Gerald Nisperos - 10th

Ann Larkin - 19th

Staff AnniversariesMarilyn Caliboso - 8 Years

Julie Griffin - 2 Years

Rhoda Ramirez - 1 Year

In Memory OfDavid Haney

Robert Dengler

Madelyne Smith

William “Bill” Hale

The Palms & The Oaks

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR’S NOTE:Dear Residents:

Hearing loss is a very common problem that affects all generations. Tens of millions of Americans have difficulty hearing. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) assembled the following questions to assist people in determining if they should have their hearing evaluated by a professional:

1. Do you have problems hearing on the phone? Yes/No

2. Do you have trouble following the conversation when two or more people are talking at the same time? Yes/No

3. Do people complain that you turn up your TV volume too high? Yes/No

4. Do you have to strain to understand conversation? Yes/No

5. Do you have trouble hearing over a noisy background? Yes/No

6. Do you find yourself asking people to repeat themselves? Yes/No

7. Do many people you talk to seem to mumble? Yes/No

8. Do you misunderstand what others are saying and respond inappropriately? Yes/No

9. Do you have trouble understanding the speech of women and children? Yes/No

10. Do people get annoyed because you misunderstand what they say? Yes/No

If you answered “yes” to three or more of these questions, talk to your doctor about getting a hearing test.

With warmest regards,

Jeri O’NeillAssistant Director

Our residents enjoy expressing themselves through art.

Resident Spotlight - Donald Villeneuve -

By Linda DirlamWith Special Contributions by

Marylyn Villeneuve, Wife

Donald “Don” Villeneuve was born on October 25, 1930, in Owatonna, Minnesota. He was one of three children, including a younger sister and an older brother. When Don was 8, the family moved to Fairbanks, Alaska. He was 10 when the family relocated to Seward, Alaska, where his father owned his own barber business. When Don was 12, the Japanese bombed the Aleutian Islands, so the women and children were evacuated. His mother took Don and his baby sister to Los Angeles by ship. His father and older brother joined them later. Don has many fond memories from the years in Alaska, including walking to school in the snow, the sky never getting dark in the summer, the aurora borealis, and having a paper route. His father made sourdough pancakes for the family almost every morning, and the spaghetti sauce from scratch was an unforgettable Sunday dinner tradition. After living in Alaska and moving to Indio, California, Don met his childhood sweetheart. He was in the fifth grade, and Marylyn was in the fourth grade. They knew each other all through school and started dating when Don was a senior and Marylyn a junior at Coachella Valley Union High School. They were married in 1950 after graduating high school. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this year. Don and Marylyn are proud of the wonderful family they have raised. Their four lovely daughters include Theresa, Debra, and twins Kathryn and Karen. They also have a granddaughter, Traci, a lawyer and Public Defender, who lives in Fresno. Don’s educational background is extensive. In 1958 he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Idaho in Moscow, and in 1961 he received a Master of Zoology from the College of the Pacific in Stockton, California. He received another master’s degree in 1966, this one in Anthropology from the University of Colorado in Boulder. In 1976, he received a Ph.D. in Physical Anthropology from the University of California in Los Angeles. From 1950 to 1953, Don was a corporal in the U.S. Army. He also spent 14 months in Korea as a radio relay team leader near the front lines. Don was a professor at Ventura College in Ventura, CA. In addition, he was a professor and later, Division Director of Math and Sciences at Moorpark College in Moorpark, California. Don and Marylyn loved cruises as well as land travel and were blessed with the opportunity to visit parts of Europe, Asia, North and South America. Don owned four boats and thoroughly enjoyed motoring as well as fishing. In his younger years hunting was a special pastime. Collecting sports cars and older cars, one at a time, over the years, was a very special hobby of Don’s. Reading, bicycling, and all kinds of music also brought him endless pleasure. Don was a modern day Renaissance man because of his vast knowledge and experiences. He had a natural gift for politics because of his inquisitive mind, his sense of humor, and his intelligence. He was an idea man who enjoyed talking to people. His political history is vast and included serving on the Planning Commission for the County of Ventura; a member of the Ventura City Council for four years; Deputy Mayor for two years; Appointment by Gov. Jerry Brown to the California Coastal Commission, and three consecutive terms as a member of the Cambria Community Services District. With such a distinguished career of service and dedication to students and the communities in which he lived, Don certainly created a special legacy.

Memory CareSydney Creek

Hearing Solutions - Here to HelpWednesday, 3rd @ 3:00pm The Palms Living RoomHearing Solutions is back! Your local hearing specialists are here to provide a free check up on your hearing aids. Need a cleaning or need to change your batteries? Hearing Solutions can help! Sandra and Ashley provide an accessible clinic for residents to come and troubleshoot their hearing problems.

Summer Shopping Fun!Thursday, 11th @ 1:00pm (Bus Departure)The Palms Lobby “Whoever said that money can’t buy happiness, simply didn’t know where to go shopping.”- Bo Derek. It’s time to go to Macy’s! Jump on the bus and prepare to increase your happiness through some therapeutic shopping. Purses, shoes, tops...the options are endless! Don’t forget your check book! Please sign up in the activity book.

Walker Repair ClinicTuesday, 16th @ 1:00pmThe Palms Living RoomCentral Coast Home Health is sponsoring this once a year walker repair clinic. Their walker specialist is able to fix wheels, handles, and more. Even if your walker is working fine, stop by to see if you need to adjust your walker for better posture. Best of all, this service is free!

SLO Spectacular Discussion and TourFriday, 26th @ 3:00pm/The Palms Living RoomSaturday, 27th @ 10:00am & 1:30pm/ Bus TourJune 26th Our Town discussion: San Luis Obispo is a small town with a rich history and many residents have been able to see that history unfold. Join us for a discussion of San Luis Obispo past, present, and future. If you were born or raised in the area, come reminisce over this great city.June 27th SLO historic tour: following the “Our Town Discussion” sign up for our annual SLO historic tour. Your tour guides, Stan & Natalie, will be sure to entertain and educate you during this fun drive. Two tours are provided. Please sign up in the activity book for either the 10:00am tour or the 1:30pm tour. Happy travels!

June -- Health & Happiness!It’s a busy month!

ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTE:

Dear Family and Friends,

Our Life Enrichment department has continued to grow and change to meet the needs of our residents. You will now see the “L.E. Team” in the neighborhoods helping with daily activities such as feeding and grooming as well as getting residents involved in the full day of planned events and activities. Many residents spend the day in our Community Room taking part in various sensory activities: taking apart and putting back together old typewriters and lamps, dressing up in fancy hats and costume jewelry or expressing them-selves artistically through painting or music. All of the activities that are provided to your loved ones are beneficial not only for stimulating the brain during the day, but also for getting a restful sleep at night. They are waking in the mornings well-rested and ready for another fun and creative day! As we continue to expand our Life Enrichment depart-ment, we will do so with the goal of doing what is best for your loved one. Their comfort and care is our highest priority and we will explore different ways to be sure they are receiving the best quality of life enrichment that we can provide.

Best regards,Kellie GalleglyExecutive Director

Rosemary Flamion petting a baby goat at Rinconada Dairy Ranch.

CELEBRATIONS:

New ResidentsJack and Alice SpauldingMarilyn JamesSeretta GaudetteChris Hummel

Resident BirthdaysBill Box - 5thMargaret Blakely - 6thLoretta Grossmiller - 7thChuck Stockstill - 8thJames Jamieson - 10thDoris Galbraith - 12thJune Boicourt - 19thJames Farmer -19thHelen Savage - 23rdDoris Armentrout - 24thBetty Case - 27thBud Stracuzzi - 27thMargaret Brown - 28thIlse Geppert - 29thIrene Christie - 30thPeter Madle - 30thCharles Russell - 30th

Employee BirthdaysMartha Diaz - 8thDoug Triboullier - 12thLee Tedone - 23rd

Employee AnniversariesSimon Ford - 1 yearJessica Hogge - 1 yearJohn Pelgrift - 1 yearMason Roberts - 1 yearMiguel Rodriguez - 2 yearsDoug Triboullier - 3 yearsMelanie Cole - 13 yearsBeatriz Ruiz - 14 years

Resident Spotlight -Richard Kransdorf- On May 15, 1937 Richard was born to Fannie and Joseph Kransdorf in New York City, spe-cifically the Bronx. He learned his first passion in life when he was six years old, when his mother began teaching him how to play the piano. That sparked his musical appreciation and talent for composing. In high school, Richard came to an early fork in the road. As a freshman, he had the option of leaving high school to attend music school, but decided to stay. He remembers it was a difficult decision to make and one he later re-gretted. However, when the admissions advisor told him it was too late to change his mind, he chose to face the music and discover a new passion. After graduating high school, Richard moved to Pennsylvania to attend Bucknell University. A year later Richard transferred to the Ivy League school, University of Pennsylvania. He realized that although he loved music, he came to love his studies in Political Science too. In 1958, Richard received his bachelor’s degree and got a master’s degree in International Relations a year later. After Richard served six months in the army, he got bitten by the “bug of the Peace Corps” he says, “and once you’ve been bit, it never leaves you.” His first major travel experience with the Peace Corps, was to Nigeria in 1961. He traveled for two years through the Middle East and Europe. In 1963, he returned to the U.S. and moved to Los Angeles to begin working in television as a news editor for WBZ-TV and later was promoted to journalist. His interest in political science took him back to school and to pursue a doctorate at UCLA. There he met his first wife, Donna, and even though they divorced after a year and half, they remain close friends and talk almost every day on the phone. Richard was very close to getting his PH.D, but moved on to teaching Political Science at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo. He was also pleased to work with the Peace Corps’ London program. Every year in the spring, for seven years, Richard went to London to teach. Richard met his second wife, Ilona, who was going to school for her master’s degree and they married in 1981. In 2008, Ilona passed away and in 2009 Richard retired from his teaching career. After years of studying and 38 years of teaching Politi-cal Science, Richard sometimes wondered if he had chosen the path of music, where it would have taken him in life. His love for music never left him and his love for travel didn’t either. Richard has traveled to about 65 countries or more and there is one more that he still dreams of checking off his list -- Antarctica! If you get a chance to visit Richard, you will get the pleasure of hear-ing of his travels, all listed on a beautiful tapestry in his apartment, as well as the pleasure of his warm smile and positive personality.

Assisted LivingGarden Creek

The Price is RightThursday, 4th @ 3:30pmParlor RoomThe Price Is Right began in 1956 and is known for giving away exotic vacations, fancy cars, and even cold, hard cash. A lot has changed since the 1900s! The average price for milk was $.82 in the 1950s and gas was a whopping $.25. Come tell us what you think these items and more are worth today!

The Perfect PairTuesday, 16th @ 3:30pm1st Floor Living RoomWe live in the perfect area for drinking wine. The Central Coast is home to many wonderful, award winning wineries. At our wine and cheese tast-ing hour you will have a chance to taste a variety of local wines carefully paired with delicious cheese. Your taste buds will not be disappointed!

Swing on By!Thursday, 18th @ 12:30pm2nd FloorMaking a birdie or an eagle is fun, but celebrating Father’s Day is a hole-in-one! June is the month professionals and amateurs, teenagers to seniors, coming from all walks of life and representing more than 75 countries will be competing to qualify for the U.S. Open. This month is also a time to celebrate our fathers, granddads, uncles, and brothers. We welcome the men at Garden Creek to swing by for a golf themed Father’s Day Lunch!

The Greatest Show on Earth!Wednesday, 24th @ 10:00amVillages Center CircleA modern-day circus is a town without a zip code, a traveling menagerie of performers, artists, animals and vendors who transform empty lots or fields into a magical place. This month we’re bringing our communities together for our own circus! Don’t miss the costumes, the food, the dunk tank, and the greatest show on earth!

CELEBRATIONS:

WelcomeNatalie Fredman

Resident BirthdaysBonnie Sager – 12th

Chet Zinn – 13th

George Daniel – 26th

Peggy Elliott – 28th

Phyllis Sidener – 28th

Staff BirthdaysSamantha Rivas – 8th

Lani Richards – 8th

Dianne Adlawan – 10th

Andrea Tate – 16th

Manuel Banuelos – 23rd

Staff AnniversariesPhilip Shanks - 1 Year

June -- Swing into Summer!Don’t Miss These Dates!


This fun quiz is a real eye opener for how prices have changed …

1. How much were the average wages per year in 1931?

2. How much did a pound of hamburger meat cost in 1936?

3. On average, how much did a new house cost in 1944?

4. On average, how much were a US worker’s yearly wages in 1949?

5. How much was the average cost of a new car in 1955?

6. What was the average cost of a movie ticket in 1959?

7. How much did a month’s rent cost on average in the USA in 1960?

8. What was the average cost of a gallon of gas in 1962?

9. How much was the average income per year in the USA in 1964?

10. How much was the average cost of a car in 1967?

11. What was the average cost of a new house in 1973?

12. How much did an average gallon of gas cost in the US in 1979?

13. What was the average cost of a new car in the US in 1980?

14. What was the average yearly income in the USA in 1981?


16. What was the average cost of a new house in the US in 1989?

17. What was the average cost of a new car in 1993?

18. How much did a single US Postage Stamp cost in 1995?

19. What was the average cost of a gallon of gas in 2001?


Answers 1. $1,850.00 2. 12 cents 3. $3,450.00 4. $2,950.00 5. $1,900.00 6. $1.00 7. $98.00 8. 28 cents 9. $6,000.00 10. $2,750.00 11. $32,500.00 12. 86 cents 13. $7,200.00 14. $21,050.00 15. $2.50 16. $120,000.00 17. $12,750.00 18. 32 cents 19. $1.46 20. $7.50

Lea BogoyevacExecutive Director

Our Cinco de Mayo Fiesta was so much fun thanks to Mariachi Mexa-canisimo!

Lorna and Irene plant some flowers to celebrate Earth Day.

Resident Spotlight - Donald Villeneuve -

By Linda DirlamWith Special Contributions by

Marylyn Villeneuve, Wife

Donald “Don” Villeneuve was born on October 25, 1930, in Owatonna, Minnesota. He was one of three children, including a younger sister and an older brother. When Don was 8, the family moved to Fairbanks, Alaska. He was 10 when the family relocated to Seward, Alaska, where his father owned his own barber business. When Don was 12, the Japanese bombed the Aleutian Islands, so the women and children were evacuated. His mother took Don and his baby sister to Los Angeles by ship. His father and older brother joined them later. Don has many fond memories from the years in Alaska, including walking to school in the snow, the sky never getting dark in the summer, the aurora borealis, and having a paper route. His father made sourdough pancakes for the family almost every morning, and the spaghetti sauce from scratch was an unforgettable Sunday dinner tradition. After living in Alaska and moving to Indio, California, Don met his childhood sweetheart. He was in the fifth grade, and Marylyn was in the fourth grade. They knew each other all through school and started dating when Don was a senior and Marylyn a junior at Coachella Valley Union High School. They were married in 1950 after graduating high school. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this year. Don and Marylyn are proud of the wonderful family they have raised. Their four lovely daughters include Theresa, Debra, and twins Kathryn and Karen. They also have a granddaughter, Traci, a lawyer and Public Defender, who lives in Fresno. Don’s educational background is extensive. In 1958 he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Idaho in Moscow, and in 1961 he received a Master of Zoology from the College of the Pacific in Stockton, California. He received another master’s degree in 1966, this one in Anthropology from the University of Colorado in Boulder. In 1976, he received a Ph.D. in Physical Anthropology from the University of California in Los Angeles. From 1950 to 1953, Don was a corporal in the U.S. Army. He also spent 14 months in Korea as a radio relay team leader near the front lines. Don was a professor at Ventura College in Ventura, CA. In addition, he was a professor and later, Division Director of Math and Sciences at Moorpark College in Moorpark, California. Don and Marylyn loved cruises as well as land travel and were blessed with the opportunity to visit parts of Europe, Asia, North and South America. Don owned four boats and thoroughly enjoyed motoring as well as fishing. In his younger years hunting was a special pastime. Collecting sports cars and older cars, one at a time, over the years, was a very special hobby of Don’s. Reading, bicycling, and all kinds of music also brought him endless pleasure. Don was a modern day Renaissance man because of his vast knowledge and experiences. He had a natural gift for politics because of his inquisitive mind, his sense of humor, and his intelligence. He was an idea man who enjoyed talking to people. His political history is vast and included serving on the Planning Commission for the County of Ventura; a member of the Ventura City Council for four years; Deputy Mayor for two years; Appointment by Gov. Jerry Brown to the California Coastal Commission, and three consecutive terms as a member of the Cambria Community Services District. With such a distinguished career of service and dedication to students and the communities in which he lived, Don certainly created a special legacy.

Memory CareSydney Creek

Hearing Solutions - Here to HelpWednesday, 3rd @ 3:00pm The Palms Living RoomHearing Solutions is back! Your local hearing specialists are here to provide a free check up on your hearing aids. Need a cleaning or need to change your batteries? Hearing Solutions can help! Sandra and Ashley provide an accessible clinic for residents to come and troubleshoot their hearing problems.

Summer Shopping Fun!Thursday, 11th @ 1:00pm (Bus Departure)The Palms Lobby “Whoever said that money can’t buy happiness, simply didn’t know where to go shopping.”- Bo Derek. It’s time to go to Macy’s! Jump on the bus and prepare to increase your happiness through some therapeutic shopping. Purses, shoes, tops...the options are endless! Don’t forget your check book! Please sign up in the activity book.

Walker Repair ClinicTuesday, 16th @ 1:00pmThe Palms Living RoomCentral Coast Home Health is sponsoring this once a year walker repair clinic. Their walker specialist is able to fix wheels, handles, and more. Even if your walker is working fine, stop by to see if you need to adjust your walker for better posture. Best of all, this service is free!

SLO Spectacular Discussion and TourFriday, 26th @ 3:00pm/The Palms Living RoomSaturday, 27th @ 10:00am & 1:30pm/ Bus TourJune 26th Our Town discussion: San Luis Obispo is a small town with a rich history and many residents have been able to see that history unfold. Join us for a discussion of San Luis Obispo past, present, and future. If you were born or raised in the area, come reminisce over this great city.June 27th SLO historic tour: following the “Our Town Discussion” sign up for our annual SLO historic tour. Your tour guides, Stan & Natalie, will be sure to entertain and educate you during this fun drive. Two tours are provided. Please sign up in the activity book for either the 10:00am tour or the 1:30pm tour. Happy travels!

June -- Health & Happiness!It’s a busy month!


Dear Family and Friends,

Our Life Enrichment department has continued to grow and change to meet the needs of our residents. You will now see the “L.E. Team” in the neighborhoods helping with daily activities such as feeding and grooming as well as getting residents involved in the full day of planned events and activities. Many residents spend the day in our Community Room taking part in various sensory activities: taking apart and putting back together old typewriters and lamps, dressing up in fancy hats and costume jewelry or expressing them-selves artistically through painting or music. All of the activities that are provided to your loved ones are beneficial not only for stimulating the brain during the day, but also for getting a restful sleep at night. They are waking in the mornings well-rested and ready for another fun and creative day! As we continue to expand our Life Enrichment depart-ment, we will do so with the goal of doing what is best for your loved one. Their comfort and care is our highest priority and we will explore different ways to be sure they are receiving the best quality of life enrichment that we can provide.

Best regards,Kellie GalleglyExecutive Director

Rosemary Flamion petting a baby goat at Rinconada Dairy Ranch.

CELEBRATIONS:

New ResidentsJack and Alice SpauldingMarilyn JamesSeretta GaudetteChris Hummel

Resident BirthdaysBill Box - 5thMargaret Blakely - 6thLoretta Grossmiller - 7thChuck Stockstill - 8thJames Jamieson - 10thDoris Galbraith - 12thJune Boicourt - 19thJames Farmer -19thHelen Savage - 23rdDoris Armentrout - 24thBetty Case - 27thBud Stracuzzi - 27thMargaret Brown - 28thIlse Geppert - 29thIrene Christie - 30thPeter Madle - 30thCharles Russell - 30th

Employee BirthdaysMartha Diaz - 8thDoug Triboullier - 12thLee Tedone - 23rd

Employee AnniversariesSimon Ford - 1 yearJessica Hogge - 1 yearJohn Pelgrift - 1 yearMason Roberts - 1 yearMiguel Rodriguez - 2 yearsDoug Triboullier - 3 yearsMelanie Cole - 13 yearsBeatriz Ruiz - 14 years

HEAR HERE By Jeri O’Neill

There are 48 million people in the United States with hearing loss. A large portion of the residents living at The Oaks and The Palms are hearing impaired. There are sophisticated assistive devices including hearing aids, available for all levels of hearing loss. Research for better solutions is ongo-ing. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) offers a national sup-port network to those with hearing loss. Founded in 1979 in Maryland by a CIA retiree, the precursor to the current organization was called Self-Help for Hard of Hearing People, Inc. (SHHH). In fact, in the 90s and into the 2000s, The Palms had its own monthly SHHH meetings. SHHH changed its name to HLAA in November of 2005. HLAA is a clearinghouse for a multitude of resources and services, from hearing aid information to prevention of hearing loss to specialized treat-ments for children and young adults. Its goal is to give hope and support to those with hearing loss. This is reflected in the organization’s encouraging and caring philosophy: “Hearing loss is a daily challenge you can overcome. You do not have to hide your hearing loss. You do not have to face hearing loss alone.” Hearing Loss Magazine, an informational periodical published by HLAA, is available in The Palms and The Oaks libraries. Until recently, the closest HLAA chapter met in Santa Barbara. Thanks to a persuasive contingent of our residents, including, but not limited to, Lou Fogo, Maria Barrows, and Pat Grattan, The Villages of San Luis Obispo is hon-ored to provide a meeting place for alternate gatherings of the Central Coast Chapter of HLAA. The meetings are educational, helpful, and free. For example, February’s subject focused on hospital stays. Ways of communicating needs to the ever-changing medical personnel was one useful topic. Another area of discussion was the benefits of the audio induction loop, commonly called the T-coil. It is a loop of cable that encircles a designated area in public spaces, such as theaters and churches, and generates a magnetic field that is picked up by a hearing aid. Hearing aids must be programmed for T-coil use. This system is widespread all over Europe and is now spreading throughout the U.S. Re-cently, the Supreme Court installed a hearing loop system so that the hearing impaired could follow the proceedings. Needless to say, the Central Coast Chapter of HLAA is a service group that has much to offer our communities. We plan to keep you informed about other developments in the future.

Retirement LivingSydney Creek Support GroupTuesday, 2nd @ 5:30pm Resource RoomConnect with other families and explore ways to cope with the wide array of feelings and emotions that arise when a loved one lives with Alzheimer’s disease. You are not alone. Join us and our Support Group Leader, Jenny Molinar as she offers help and comfort for the families affected by Alzheim-er’s disease and dementia.

Mika the Dog!Mondays/Wednesdays/FridaysCommunity Room Mika the dog has joined our family here at Sydney Creek! He is a great best friend to all our residents. He can be seen napping on laps, joining a resident for a walk in the garden, or just giving everyone love with his sweet demean-or! Come meet Mika and see the joy he brings to our community!

Putting on the RitzMonday, 8th @ 3:00pmCommunity RoomOur lovely ladies of Sydney Creek have been “Putting on the Ritz” with their fancy hats and gorgeous costume jewelry, donated by LaVeda Britton.They enjoy rummaging through jewelry boxes full of old rings, bracelets, hair clips and necklaces. Having a good ole time, dressing up and getting fancy is necessary for every woman! Our ladies do each other’s make-up and hair. They try on hats and gloves together, with a cup of tea. All things a lady needs to remember how beautiful she is!

Community HourTuesday, 9th @ 2:00pmCommunity HourThe residents of Sydney Creek are encouraged to join us for Community Hour held in our beautiful community room! Community Hour is a time when Life Enrichment likes to stimulates the senses! Studies show that art activities and music give back to our memory care residents, in some part, what the disease has taken away. It stimulates the senses, can trigger dor-mant memories and encourages conversation. Whether they’re viewing or creating art or music themselves, our residents can use it as a form of expres-sion, particularly individuals who can’t communicate verbally. Life Enrich-ment fills our community room with arts, crafts, music, and lots of conversa-tion! Please come join us to see what’s being created or expressed that hour!

June -- Fancy & Furry Fun!Mark Your Calendar!

NOTABLES:

New ResidentKatherine Flatos

Diana Sheridan

Margaret Maass

James Curry

Mary Lou Dunlap

Paul Pobor

Resident BirthdaysJoyce Cummins - June 2

Maxine Baker - June 6

Carl Lutrin - June 11

Ernest “Stuart” McMullen -June 15

Alma May - June 21

Verla “Nadine” Cole - June 22

Martha Henderson - June 27

Staff BirthdaysDiane Adlawan - 10th

Gerald Nisperos - 10th

Ann Larkin - 19th

Staff AnniversariesMarilyn Caliboso - 8 Years

Julie Griffin - 2 Years

Rhoda Ramirez - 1 Year

In Memory OfDavid Haney

Robert Dengler

Madelyne Smith

William “Bill” Hale

The Palms & The Oaks

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR’S NOTE:Dear Residents:

Hearing loss is a very common problem that affects all generations. Tens of millions of Americans have difficulty hearing. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) assembled the following questions to assist people in determining if they should have their hearing evaluated by a professional:

1. Do you have problems hearing on the phone? Yes/No

2. Do you have trouble following the conversation when two or more people are talking at the same time? Yes/No

3. Do people complain that you turn up your TV volume too high? Yes/No

4. Do you have to strain to understand conversation? Yes/No

5. Do you have trouble hearing over a noisy background? Yes/No

6. Do you find yourself asking people to repeat themselves? Yes/No

7. Do many people you talk to seem to mumble? Yes/No

8. Do you misunderstand what others are saying and respond inappropriately? Yes/No

9. Do you have trouble understanding the speech of women and children? Yes/No

10. Do people get annoyed because you misunderstand what they say? Yes/No

If you answered “yes” to three or more of these questions, talk to your doctor about getting a hearing test.

With warmest regards,

Jeri O’NeillAssistant Director

Our residents enjoy expressing themselves through art.

The Village VoiceA Newsletter Sharing Our Continuum of Care Story

The Villages of San Luis Obispo55 Broad StreetSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Volume 15 | Issue 6 — June 2015

June - Bright Days, Fun NightsSunshine and clear skies are here and so are many opportunites to get out there and shine yourself! From singing along with family, learning more about our very own San Luis Obispo, or enjoying a night full of music and local art, we’ve got you covered. Grab your family and your friends and join in on the summertime fun!

“Music is Magic” Sing-a-Long at Sydney CreekThursday, 18th @ 11:30amSydney Creek Community Room The power of music, especially singing or playing an instrument, has proven to help unlock memories and stimulate the brain. It is an increas-ingly key feature of memory care here at Sydney Creek. It seems to reach parts of the brain in ways other forms of communication can not. Actual practice is the key to helping our memory, and many of our residents have musical backgrounds. We encourage them to share their talents with us! Come join our talented residents and sing-a-long together!

Mountains of Fire Tour starting at Garden Creek!Wednesday, 17th @ 2:00pmScenic DriveThe Nine Sisters are a series of ancient volcanic peaks which form a backdrop for the cities of San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay on the Central Coast. The peaks are aptly named The Nine Sisters because they are all in a row in close proximity. We’re going on a tour to see these moun-tains of fire! Join us for a scenic drive on the Central Coast and learn the sisters’ history.

Circus Fun at The VillagesWednesday, 24th @ 10:00am - 12:00pmCenter CircleCome one, come all to our annual Village Circus! This is an event not to be missed, with gravity defying entertainment by local Aerial Art Dance Company, Suspended Motion! We will also have scrumptious carnival food, a costume competition, and fun loving carnival games. You may even get a chance to win a prize or two! Don’t miss the entertainment and bring along your family and friends to join in on the fun!

Retirement Living55 Broad Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93405The Palms: 805.543.2300The Oaks: 805.543.2342


[email protected]

Assisted Living73 Broad Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Administrator: Lea Bogoyevac

License #: 405800467Garden Creek: 805.543.2311


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Memory Care1234 Laurel Lane

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Administrator: Kellie Gallegly

License #: 405800577Sydney Creek: 805.543.2350


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FORGET-ME-NOT:ART AGAINST ALZHEIMER’S IS BACK!

Friday, 19th @ 5pm - 8pmThe Village at Sydney Creek

When Brandon Tokunaga lost his father to Alzheimer’s Disease, he vowed to do something to help in the effort to find a cure and help others affected as he was. So he rallied his fellow artists and the generous business people in our community to create a memorable evening of music, food, and art of all kinds. Now in its third year, Forget-Me-Not: Art Against Alzheimer’s invites the public to Sydney Creek on the evening of Friday June 19th from 5 pm to 8 pm. Browse the miniature trees of bonsai artists, explore the wonderful world of watercolor, local photographers, and Brandon’s own delicate brush-and-ink works. Local wineries, breweries, and coffee purveyors have donated their libations to the event, and Sydney Creek’s very own talented executive chef, Ben Kelly, has prepared a sumptuous array of ap-petizers. Music is provided by a popular local DJ, as attendees bid on silent auction items and choose which fabulous raffle items they desire. All the art is for sale as well, and all proceeds go to the local office of the Alzheimer’s Association. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Villages of San Luis Obispo

www.villagesofslo.com / www.sydneycreek.com

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