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Inside this Issue… Community News and

Updates

Community Corner

Around the Community

Highlights This Week

Channel 2 Listings

Let’s Get Fit Together

Inside the Art Center

HCC/AL Programs

Join us Thursday, June 25, at

2:00 p.m. for a Virtual

Town Hall with Executive

Director, Justin Carwile on

Channel 2

WEST WINDS NEWSLETTER FOR GOODWIN HOUSE BAILEY’S CROSSROADS

3440 S. Jefferson Street, Falls Church, VA 22041 - www.ghbcresidents.org

Volume 31, Number 26 June 22, 2020

GOODWIN HOUSE FOUNDATION SPONSORS EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR VIA ZOOM

Thursday, June 25, 10:30 a.m.

Featuring Tom West, Goodwin House Board member , and partner in the wealth management firm Signature Estate and Investment Advisors (SEIA), and Valerie Burke, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Goodwin House Foundation.

Crisis, Charity and You: How to Make Your Best Charitable Impact in an Upside Down World

2020 will be remembered in history books as the year that everything changed. The health security and financial security of millions of Americans were put at risk as COVID-19 damaged the US healthcare system and economy in ways that are not yet understood. Philanthropies are less visible victims of the virus, and charities across the country and world are struggling to shore up what were once predictable donations in a now unpredictable world. The CARES Act, passed in response to the widespread impact of COVID-19, adds incentives that were not previously available for donors with charitable intent and resources.

How do donors align their charitable dollars with their values now? What are smart ways to maximize your impact to charities that you care about while respecting your other financial priorities? Join our program to learn more.

If you would like to participate, please email Mary Kate Roberts, mroberts@goodwinhouse.org, or call 703-824-1027.

THE OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES IS PROUD TO PRESENT

DISTRICT STRINGS Tuesday, June 23, at 3:00 p.m. Front lawn

or Live Streaming on Channel 2

Enjoy an afternoon of music with members of the District Strings, a group of

classically trained musicians based out of D.C.

We will have limited seating available. You can view the concert from your

balcony or tune in to Channel 2 for live streaming.

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COMMUNITY CORNER

During the Tribute to George Floyd held on campus on Wednesday, June 9, It became obvious that some of us were not aware of the words to the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing”. Let’s take a quick look at the background of this song and see the words to the first verse. “Lift Every Voice And Sing” was written as a poem by James Weldon Johnson in 1900. Music was written for it in 1905 by his brother, J. Rosamond Johnson. Often referred to as the Black National Anthem, it was first dubbed as such by the NAACP in 1919 because of its power in voicing a cry for liberation and affirmation for African-American people. (It is interesting to note that it was first publicly performed as a poem as a part of a celebration for Abraham Lincoln’s birthday.) It would be good for us all to receive the message contained in the song as we prepare to be able to stand and join in when the occasion arises. Lift every voice and sing, ‘til earth and heaven ring, Ring with the Harmonies of Liberty; Let our rejoicing rise, High as the listening skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea! Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us, Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us; Facing the rising sun of our new day begun, Let us march on ‘til victory is won. Dottie Moser, Resident

COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES

FT. MYER’S PRESCRIPTION RUN

We will be making routine visits to Ft. Myer's Andrew Rader Health Clinic for prescriptions (new and refills). These trips will occur every three weeks. The next one is scheduled for Friday, June 26. This service will be offered until restrictions are lifted and residents are able to resume their normal activities. Residents will need to provide their military ID, which will be copied in-house and presented at the Rader Clinic for prescription processing. Please call Jamie at 703.578.7209 to arrange for pick-up/copying of military ID, or

if you have any questions. ~~ Sean Rush, GHA

ELEVATOR SOCIAL DISTANCING

We encourage everyone to maintain a safe distance of six feet or more at all times. What does that mean for elevator rides? Based on advice from health authorities, sharing space for a brief elevator ride is permissible. Be sure not to crowd elevators, and if someone indicates they prefer to ride alone, please allow them that courtesy.

FROM THE HEALTH COMMITTEE

The Health Committee expressed its appreciation to our Administration for all it is doing to keep us safe and healthy. What is disappointing is that some of our residents continue to endanger the health and safety of fellow residents. The restrictions for the control of COVID-19, can be viewed as burdensome and unnecessary, but when one considers the consequences, they are catastrophic! We are, in these times, our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers, and share in the responsibility for each other’s health and security. We must take that responsibility seriously and demonstrate that we do care for one another. We do not have all the answers, but we do know that wearing a mask and maintaining physical distance helps to contain the spread of the virus. The restrictions are not that difficult, so let’s follow them. not only for ourselves, but, all those

we care about. We indeed are in this together. ~~ Nancy Randolph,

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AROUND THE COMMUNITY

VOICES FROM THE GOODWIN HOUSE COCOON

The Salad

In these days of limited offerings on our menus, I look at the variety of stuff that comes in my salad of the day, the salad that’s listed alongside the soup on the dinner menu.

It caught my attention one day when I had nothing else on my mind except eating that salad. It wasn’t just lettuce, spinach, shredded carrots, tomato and other greens. I found little bits of all kinds of things, like bits of dried figs, or grain of some kind. On other days, it might be olives, chickpeas, red beans, green beans, pecans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, apple or grapes. They’re usually just a few tiny bits hiding among the greens. They have to be. They’re in a small salad, after all. But sometimes there are chunks of chicken or maybe turkey, or a blob of tuna or chicken salad, or maybe half of a boiled egg.

I think about Mom a lot these days when eating my salad.

I get the feeling that Mom is trying to sneak in bits of nutrition into my food, hoping I’ll eat it without noticing what’s in it. She’s trying to make sure that, if salad is all I eat, I’m going to get more nutrition out of it than just fiber. But I’m on to her. I know what she’s trying to do.

Our dietician and chef are playing Mom. They must be racking their brains trying to take care I’m fed well and eating healthy foods. I feel like a little kid again. Except, of course, when we get our wine on complimentary wine nights.

My main job now is to take care of myself. Wash my hands often, keep my hands away from my face, stay six feet away from others, and wear my mask when I’m out of my own place. And eat everything in my salad.

~~ Toki Shimabukuro

SHARE THE LOVE GIFT SHOP

The Share the Love Gift Shop has been a big hit! Pick up an order form at the Life Enrichment office to send a gift to brighten your neighbor’s day! You also can send a gift to your sweetheart! Don’t forget Sunday, June 21, is Father’s Day!

You can order cards with words of encouragement, flowers, box of Godiva Chocolate, coffee or tea, wine or Tito’s Mini Vodka Set, or the pampered gift set that includes lotion, body wash, and essential oils.

Who will be the first to order a Friday Dino-gram? We are anxiously waiting…

VOLUNTEER NEWSIES

On Monday, June 15, our volunteer newsies completed their work delivering our newspapers, when the regular couriers weren't allowed to come in. Many thanks to Mar_T Ahrens, Claudia Blake, Joanne Bowers, Susan Daniels, Kathleen Dullea, Joanie Dellefield , Nancy DeMarco, John Ewing, Jennifer Frum, Eleanor Gomberg, Madi Green , Bob Harris, Barbara Hatheway, Paul Lannon, Kay Lettau, Walt Lundy, Sally Michel, Judith Miller, Ward Morris, Gene Mulligan, Mary Lee Payton, Lucy-Lee Reed, Jane Roningen, Deanna Shuman, and Betty Lou White.

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GOODwin Hope Line at Ext. 7241 (703-578-7241)

Have you tried the GOODwin Hope Line at Ext. 7241? Call it any time for a

meditative message or thought. The messages will change every few days,

providing an inspiring message for your day (or evening). Call (7241 or 703

-578-7241), listen, reflect. Please do not leave a voice message, as it is not

checked daily.

Interfaith 1:1 Time in Chapel, Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. While we cannot gather for in-person Chapel services on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., Chaplain Theresa Brion devotes that hour to special 1:1 prayer or listening time with any resident or staff member who wishes to stop by the Chapel of All Saints. Please continue to offer feedback to Chaplain Theresa about what you might find helpful during this time of grief, turmoil, change and sadness. She remains available to you individually in your homes, in the Chapel, on the Pointe patio, in the Knoll Garden, or wherever as and when you need! The scheduled times are offered only to assure you of times blocked off for you!

Sunday Chapel Service at 10:30 a.m. on Channel 2 and via internet link from GHBCResidents.org website. The services currently are being taped the previous week in the Media Room to provide regular reliable transmission. Many thanks to all who assist each week in making this possible. Thank you!

GHBC MEAL BAGS RISE TO SERVE AGAIN

Thanks to all who have put bags outside their doors and to all those who collect, fold, count, and deliver GHBC meals bags for donation. As of Monday, June 15, we have donated over 15,000 to 8 grateful food pantries. Photo is of bags filled with food for patrons of the ALIVE! food bank.

AROUND THE COMMUNITY

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DEVOTIONALS FROM CPE

Exciting new television offering by the summer CPE Students! Tune in to Channel 2 at 11:30 a.m. Monday – Friday to hear from the summer CPE students. There will be a new video each day. These local faith leaders will introduce themselves, tell you about their own background, and offer a moment of spiritual reflection. We hope you enjoy getting to know them on television and then more directly with telephone calls.

CONVERSATIONS ON RACISM

The Spiritual Life Committee at GHBC has begun planning serious conversations on the problem of racism that has been brought to the surface once again in our world. Since this issue is one to be addressed in both houses and among GH leadership as well as members and staff, CEO Rob Liebreich and one of our Black Board members, Tammy Mann, will begin with a conversation to encourage further discussion, planning, and action, especially as the topic pertains to the Goodwin House community internally and in its relationship with the wider community around us.

This conversation will be televised on Channel 2 at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24. For those who do not have the opportunity to view this presentation, information will be forthcoming on further opportunities to see it. The Spiritual Life Committee also is planning a “listening session” as follow-up, with a panel of Black residents and staff sharing their experiences. Watch for further information in a coming West Winds. After these programs there will be an opportunity for resident discussion and follow-up in small groups in person or on Zoom.

HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW WHAT IT’S LIKE TO DUNK A STAFF MEMBER?

Now is your chance!

Let’s cool things down this season with a staff dunk tank! Join us on Friday, June 26, at 4:00 p.m. on the front lawn and see what staff members will be taking the plunge! Want your chance at doing the dunking? Each resident will get one throw, so start warming up those arms! Let’s kick off the weekend with some fun in the sun! (weather permitting)

HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK

VIRTUAL TOWN HALL MEETING

Thursday, June 25, at 2:00 p.m.

Tune in on Channel 2

or

A link will be on the GHBC Resident Website

Join Executive Director, Justin Carwile, and Karen Doyle, Administrator of Health Services, for a virtual meeting to share community updates. As an additional communication channel, we would like to incorporate questions from residents via Zoom during the recording of Town Hall. If you have experience using Zoom

and would like to ask questions using the live chat feature, please contact Elizabeth Whitehouse at ewhitehouse@goodwinhouse.org. We are starting with a group of up to 20 residents to ask questions using

Zoom. You will be contacted directly with additional details on how to participate.

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CHANNEL 2

Check out Channel 2 this week for the following programs. You don’t want to miss the Outdoor Concert Series, the Boston Symphony, fitness classes, relax to meditation, Virtual Town Hall, and watch the Sunday Service. Devotionals from CPE students is a resident favorite. Another favorite is the Phantom Cruises, this week we go to Canada, St. Lawrence Seaway, Nova Scotia, and NATO.

Monday, June 22

10:45 a.m. – Seated Fitness

11:15 a.m. – Meditation

11:30 a.m. – Devotionals from CPE

1:00 p.m. – Art Film - Simon Schama's Power of Art: Caravaggio

Tuesday, June 23

9:00 a.m. – Standing Low Impact Aerobics Workout

10:45 a.m. – Seated Fitness

11:15 a.m. – Muscle Relaxation

11:30 a.m. – Devotionals from CPE

2:00 p.m. – The Phantom Cruise Presents Canada

3:00 p.m. – Outdoor Concert Series Live Stream Featuring the District Strings (weather permitting)

4:00 p.m. – Virtual Newcomers

Wednesday, June 24

10:45 a.m. – Seated Fitness

11:15 a.m. – Meditation

11:30 a.m. – Devotionals from CPE

2:00 p.m. – The Phantom Cruise Presents St Lawrence Seaway, Nova Scotia

3:00 p.m. – Spiritual Life Committee Presentation - Conversations on Racism

Thursday, June 25

9:00 a.m. – Standing Total Body Strength Workout

10:45 a.m. – Seated Fitness

11:15 a.m. – Muscle Relaxation

11:30 a.m. – Devotionals from CPE

1:00 p.m. – The Phantom Cruise Presents NATO

2:00 p.m. – Virtual Town Hall with Justin Carwile

Friday, June 26

10:45 a.m. – Seated Fitness

11:15 a.m. – Meditation

11:30 a.m. – Devotionals from CPE

1:00 p.m. – Boston Symphony Orchestra & Soloists

Sunday, June 28

10:30 a.m. – Sunday Service

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MONDAY, JUNE 22

Total Body Standing, Auditorium, 8:50 a.m.

Total Body Seated, Auditorium, 9:30 a.m.

Chair Fit, Auditorium, 11:30 a.m.

Yoga Length & Strength, Video, Auditorium, 2:15 p.m.

Outdoor Fitness Circuit, Main Entrance, 5:00 p.m. NEW

TUESDAY, JUNE 23

Stretch and Flex, Auditorium, 8:15 a.m.

Get Started, Auditorium, 9:00 a.m.

Tone & Balance, Auditorium, 9:45 a.m.

Pilates Video, Aerobics Room, 11:00 a.m.

Line Dance, Auditorium, 2:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24

Total Body Standing Aerobics Room, 8:50 a.m.

Total Body Seated, Aerobics Room, 9:30 a.m.

Brain Body Fitness Break, Aerobics Room, 10:30 a.m.

Outdoor Fitness Circuit, Main Entrance, 5:00 p.m. NEW

THURSDAY, JUNE 25

Stretch and Flex, Auditorium, 8:15 a.m.

Get Started, Auditorium, 9:00 a.m.

Tone & Balance, Auditorium, 9:45 a.m.

Pilates Video, Auditorium, 10:30 a.m.

Chair Fit, Auditorium, 11:30 a.m. FRIDAY, JUNE 26

Total Body Standing, Auditorium, 8:50 a.m.

Exercise Video, Aerobics Room, 9:00 a.m. NEW

Total Body Seated, Auditorium, 9:30 a.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27

Total Body Video, Aerobics Room, 9:00 a.m.

Total Body Video, Aerobics Room, 10:00 a.m.

LET’S GET FIT TOGETHER

OUTDOOR FITNESS CIRCUIT GROUP SESSIONS

We are offering a way to get in some steps, strength training, and fresh air all at the same time. Please join Ms. Andrea Baumann on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. to complete the “Outdoor Fitness Circuit. She will meet those interested in joining the group at the Main Entrance of GHBC at 5:00 p.m. Please wear gym shoes and comfortable clothes that you can move in freely.

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Inside the Art Center

Upcoming Resident Art Exhibit in the Crossroads Gallery The Art of Joy: Colors that bring you joy, People and Places you enjoy, and the Joy of Creating Art — whatever that means to you. Plan to bring a maximum of three works for submission on Monday morning June 29. One to two works (per resident) will be chosen that best fit the theme and harmonize as an exhibition. Pick up a flyer for exhibition details and guidelines in the Art Center. Monday, June 22

1:00 p.m. – Art Film – Simon Schama's Power of Art: Caravaggio. In Rome 1603, images of Christ, Mary and the saints were painted beautiful and pure; and then Caravaggio comes on the scene and shakes things up in a style that's earthier and more physical than anything seen before: models with dirty feet, taken from the streets, taverns, and brothels.

Tuesday, June 23

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. – Knit For Kids – (sign up required—limit 10) Contact Peg Lorenz

at Ext. 7690 to register.

Wednesday, June 24

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. – Open Studio—Come by the studio to finish up work for the resident show or

anything of your choosing. Contact Adrienne at Ext. 7218 if you need assistance with framing and finishing.

Thursday, June 25

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. – Watercolor Farmer’s Market Finds—Follow along with another

wonderful watercolor tutorial. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes or use those in the

studio. (sign up required—limit 8)

1:30 – 3:00 p.m. – All About Techniques: Acrylic—Learn to broaden your artistic

vocabulary (Sgraffito, Scumble, Impasto, Dry Brush, Washes) and skill set with these

foundational exercises. Perfect for the novice. (sign up required—limit 8)

Friday, June 26

Flower Committee Meets

1:30 – 3:00 p.m. – Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: Follow a new lesson designed to enhance

creativity and artistic confidence. (sign up required—limit 8)

Saturday, June 27

10:00 a.m. – Ceramics Cancelled

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HEALTH CARE CENTER

PROGRAMS

Monday, June 22

10:45 – Seated Fitness on Channel 2

11:15 – Meditation on Channel 2

11:30 – Devotionals from CPE on Channel 2 Morning: Daily Chronicle & Word Games

1:00 – Art Film on Channel 2 Afternoon: Hydration Cart w/ Puzzles

Tuesday, June 23

9:00 – Standing Low Impact Aerobics Workout on Channel 2

10:45 – Seated Fitness on Channel 2

11:15 – Muscle Relaxation on Channel 2

11:30 – Devotionals from CPE on Channel 2 Morning: Visits w/ the Jolly Trolley Cart

2:00 – The Phantom Cruise Presents Canada on Channel 2

3:00 – Outdoor Concert Series on Channel 2 Afternoon: Art Cart & Refreshments 1:1 Visits

Wednesday, June 24

10:45 – Seated Fitness on Channel 2

11:15 – Meditation on Channel 2

11:30 – Devotionals from CPE on Channel 2 Morning: Socialization and Word Games

2:00 – The Phantom Cruise Presents St. Lawrence Seaway, Nova Scotia on Channel 2

3:00 – Spiritual Life Committee Presentation on Channel 2 Afternoon: Hydration Cart w/ Coloring Pictures and Short Stories

Thursday, June 25

9:00 – Standing Total Body Strength Workout on Channel 2

10:45 – Seated Fitness on Channel 2

11:15 – Muscle Relaxation on Channel 2

11:30 – Devotionals from CPE on Channel 2 Morning: Jokes & Music w/ Alexa

1:00 – The Phantom Cruise Presents NATO on Channel 2

2:00 – Virtual Town Hall with Justin Carwile on Channel 2 Afternoon: Art Cart & Refreshments 1:1 Visits Friday, June 26

10:45 – Seated Fitness on Channel 2

11:15 – Meditation on Channel 2

11:30 – Devotionals from CPE on Channel 2 Morning: Friday Fun Facts & Short Stories

1:00 – Boston Symphony Orchestra & Soloists on Channel 2 Afternoon: Hydration Cart w/ Crafts and Short Stories

Saturday, June 27

Morning: Entertainment Cart & Hydration Visits

TR 1:1 Visits Throughout the Day with Snacks

Sunday, June 28

10:00 – Joel Osteen on Channel 5

10:30 – Chapel Service on Channel 2

Puzzles, Games, and Jokes Of the Day available in each Household

**Outdoor visits on the balcony are available as weather

permits**

ASSISTED LIVING PROGRAMS

Monday, June 22 10:45 – Seated Fitness (Channel 2) 11:30 – Devotionals from CPE (Channel 2) 1:00 – Art Film (Channel 2) 1:00-5:00 Skype Calls w/ Families Tuesday, June 23 10:45 – Seated Fitness (Channel 2) 11:30 – Devotionals from CPE (Channel 2) 2:00 – The Phantom Cruise Presents Canada (Channel 2) 3:00 – Outdoor Concert Series (Channel 2) 4:00 – Virtual Newcomers 1:00-5:00 Skype Calls w/ Families

Wednesday, June 24 10:45 – Seated Fitness (Channel 2) 11:30 – Devotionals from CPE (Channel 2) 2:00 – Hallway BINGO 2:00 – Phantom Cruise Presents St. Lawrence Seaway, Nova Scotia 3:00 – Spiritual Life Committee Presentation (Channel 2) 1:00-5:00 Skype Calls w/ Families Thursday, June 25 10:45 – Seated Fitness (Channel 2) 11:30 – Devotionals from CPE (Channel 2) 1:00 – The Phantom Cruise Presents NATO (Channel 2) 2:00 – Virtual Town Hall with Justin Carwile (Channel 2) 1:00-5:00 Skype Calls w/ Families Friday, June 26 10:45 – Seated Fitness (Channel 2) 11:15 – Hallway Trivia 1:00 – Boston Symphony Orchestra & Soloists (Channel 2) 4:00 – Weekend Warrior Packet and Wine Delivery 1:00-5:00 Skype Calls w/ Families Sunday, June 28 10:00 – Joel Osteen (Channel 5) 10:30 – Sunday Chapel (Channel 2) 2:00 – Work on Weekend Warrior Packet!

* Chaplain Theresa will visit with interested residents. Give her a call at Ext. 7224. *