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Spring SemesterJANUARY THROUGH APRIL

2017

Hello and thank you for your interest in Watermark University!

Your curiosity is to be commended and it may even be the key to better health. Studies show that satisfying curiosities and learning new things can keep the mind agile and sharp. That’s why we created Watermark University. We know that stimulating the mind and strengthening the body has enormous benefits at any age and may even slow the process of memory loss.

Besides being good for you, keeping your mind and the body active and engaged doesn’t just improve your life – it’s a whole lot of fun! Enroll in a class or two that pique your interest. I’m confident you’ll learn something new and make a few friends along the way. While you’re at it, why not suggest a class or even volunteer to teach a subject you’re passionate about?

Just give us a call to reserve a space in a class that intrigues you. Please keep in mind that class space is limited, priority is given to residents and most, but not all classes are free. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in a Watermark University course this semester!

Sincerely,

Amanda Aaron Connie Haworth

Amanda Aaron Connie Haworth Community Life Director Executive Director

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A Penny saved… Sue Stabile 3rd Fridays | 1:15pm Inn Money has taken many forms over time. Bartering, which can take the place of money, may seem the fore-runner, but history has shown that it is not. Let’s explore the various forms that money has taken, the practice of bartering, then and now, and some of the newer, less known forms of “commerce.” Credit cards, Pay pay, E-commerce are present today with advantages and disadvantages over using traditional methods of payment for a myriad of services, tangible and intangible purchases, leasing, and so much more! Bet your bottom dollar you will use good “cents” and come “spend” time in this thrifty session. A Rose would Smell as Sue Stabile 1st and 2nd Thursdays Inn Sweet Cyndy Bennett 4:00pm The history of fragrance and lotions goes back to the very beginning of civilization. Eventually people discovered that oils and rendered animal fats not only helped heal the skin but prevented further damage. The rich used fine almond, olive and sesame oils, while the poor smelled less fragrant but were probably equally comfortable with castor oil. As far back as 200 B.C.E., the Babylonian ruler, Hammurabi, decreed that everyone in his kingdom (men and women) had to wash in perfume. Other famous tales of Perfume include, Napoleon, King Louis XIV of France, and even Sir Walter Raleigh! Please come to this fragrant session to experience some of the basic components of perfumes, and about the methods used to create them, past and present. Acoustic Guitar Jeff Maleri Every Other Wednesday MR 3:30pm Have you ever wanted to learn to play guitar? Jeff has been teaching the guitar basic for years, and is now offering his services to the residents of East Hill. No previous experience with musical instruments is required. This class will have a limit of 5 residents per session. This is the second semester for Jeff being a Watermark University faculty member, and his reviews are rave! All About The Earth Alysha Winiarski First Tuesdays Springs 10:30 am Earth, our home planet, is the only planet in our solar system known to support life. This class explores why our planet is so special and will touch on Mother Nature’s creations, as well as, the environment and how it relates to science.


Aqua Dance and Fitness X-Perience Fridays | 2:00pm Pool Movement This low impact class allows utilizes classic dance moves and music to keep you going! Our training team will be employing moves from classical ballet and jazz, to current chart topping songs which will get you moving. This course will also utilize the built in hand rails in our pool to offer support and an anchor point for some of the more adventurous dancers, Swim suit and towel required. Aqua Fitness Fitness X-Perience Mondays Pool Wednesdays 10:00am Ready for a low impact workout with all the benefits of a standard exercise routine? Join the fitness team in our pool to work those muscles, stretch, build up energy and stamina, and keep the body motivated. The Aqua Fitness class is appropriate for every level of physical fitness as it is a low-impact, well rounded water fitness exercise routine which is especially beneficial to those of us with joint pain. Swim suit, towel, and a willingness to try is required. Aqua Toning Fitness X-Perience 1st & 3rd Fridays Pool 11:00 am This water exercise course is targeting muscle tone and overall conditioning. Learn to move effectively in water with technique and isolated movements to maximize the benefits of your exercise time. Because flexibility increases with toning this class will become easier over time and you may consider some of our other aqua courses. Swim suit and towel required. Armchair Travel Melinda Lovelett Third Tuesdays Springs

10:30 am

For anyone who enjoys traveling to distant destinations, either by actual travel, virtual travel, or through the stories and experiences of others, The Watermark at East Hill is pleased to provide yet another semester of our Armchair Travel series, inspired by resident, Ruth Littman.


Arthritis and You Wanda Pacitto-Horenian Thursday, April 13th Aud 2:00pm Are your joints starting to respond to changes in the weather? Has your grip changed? If so you may want to Join Wanda as she shares some of the small signs that arthritis may be affecting your daily life. She will be bringing some simple self-treatment exercises, recommendations for accommodating or minimizing the impact that arthritis has on your life, and debunking some common myths which surround the often painful reality of living with arthritis. Artsy Craftsy Annarita DiFiori Saturday, January 21st Inn 2:00pm Anna the crafting queen will be happy to share with you some Pinterest inspired creative design techniques! Along with learning these techniques she will do a practical demonstration, and you will leave with your own handmade version of one of her projects. Create a beautiful wreath for Valentine’s Day to give to a loved one or to hang in your apartment. Annarita DiFiore will guide you through decorating a circular or heart-shaped wreath and adorning it. Come join us and enjoy a little camaraderie with friends, while you create a personalized wreath for a special loved one — or keep for yourself! Blast Off Your Creativity Karen Anderson Dates Vary, See Thrive Most of Karen’s workshops help exhausted women who spend years of tending to everyone else's needs, to learn how to nurture her inner spirit. By offering expressive, creative and spiritual workshops, women can rediscover and reclaim their self confidence in life and love. She believes that everyone deserves to enjoy life, be open to universal gifts, and to give and receive love. Creating art allows one to construct a concrete object to work with. No talent is necessary, no right or wrong. Just the desire to open oneself to creative expression and begin a journey. When we embrace what we fear the most, it can become our greatest strength and ally. Brain Fitness Melinda Lovelett Monday, 11:15am Art Studio These games will make exercising your brain fun. Whether you are focused on completing your latest brain training session or you just dropped in for a few games, these activities will always keep your mind entertained and challenged.


Caregiver Support Group Denise Julian Last Wednesday Café Commons 6:00pm In conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, Denise Julian, Director of Health Services, will provide caregivers with updated information, emotional support, and problem-solving as relates to the challenges of giving care to those living with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of Dementia. Classical Musicians With Jeffrey Engel Sunday, January 29th MR Stars on The Hollywood Walk of Fame The over 2500 stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame fall into five categories: live theatre/live performance; motion pictures; radio; recordings and television. Less than sixty classical musicians have received this honor and some of them are crossovers from pop culture. Join Jeffrey Engel to learn some of the more surprising names, and hear recordings of their performances. Color Me Calm Marge DeBruycker Wednesdays | 1:30pm Studio Coloring not only evokes happy memories of childhood; the act can also foster a sense of well-being and offer a relaxing respite from our busy world. Crafters have known this intuitively for years. An accumulation of research shows that these creative activities can help you destress from everyday pressures. Studies suggest that structured, rhythmic endeavors such as coloring, crocheting or quilting are particularly beneficial because they ease you into a meditative state of mind that allows you to push away negative thoughts and worries. Numerous studies have looked into how crafting benefits mood and physical health as well. The research found that adults 65 or older who engaged in creative activities had better overall health, made fewer visits to the doctor, used less medication, and had fewer health problems than non-crafters. Computer Help James Chaplin Wednesdays | 2:00pm WSR Chapin Business is here to help you! James Chapin, technical educator and instructor, is available at the WSR


Cosmetology 101 Priscilla Cardone Tuesday, March 13th Commons Tuesday, April 10th

3:30pm Join Priscilla to learn what is surely an art form! In her sessions you will learn the tips, tricks, and application guidelines for some of today’s hottest makeup trends, as well as learning how to contour and accentuate to highlight your best features. In another session you will learn tools and types of applicators which can help you achieve that signature look. In this exciting subsequent session she will cover home manicures, classic Hollywood looks, sculpting, and much more. “Red lipstick is my armour - I feel it distracts from my hereditary dark circles and gives me an instant psychological lift, no matter what my mood is.” Liz Goldwyn Discovering Your Great Courses Saturdays | 11:00am Cinema Roots: An Introduction to Genealogy Great courses is a wonderful way to learn from masters in their fields from across the globe. Each week the next session of the course to be completed will be shown. A brief synopsis will be included for those who attend for any follow-up information. An Introduction to Genealogy is presented by Professor John Phillip Colletta, Ph.D. from Stamford University. In this 15 lecture series he will show how; few experiences in life are as enriching and rewarding as researching your family history. To trace your ancestral roots is to take part in an exciting detective story; one that asks you to rebuild the past from oral tradition, written records, and artifacts, such as family photographs. Ecumenical Bible Study Rev. Pittman Mondays | 11:15am MR Interested in studying the Bible, the meaning of gospel, and the history and background of biblical sayings? Come Join Reverend Pittman to explore and ask for clarification on all things Bible related.


Ever More Musical Parker Moreland Friday, February 10th MR Flashmobs 2:00pm Mr. Moreland is back with his popular Flashmobs series! This time around he is bringing us more insight into pop culture through a video compilation and his tech savvy demonstration of how the general public can be surprised into enjoying itself when a few brave individuals put in the time and effort to create a song and dance routine to bravely share with the world. Exploring Music Sue Stabile 1st and 2nd Fridays Inn through The Ages 1:15pm Thursdays | 10:00am Villa Music is found in every known culture, past and present, with a wide variety between places and times. Amazingly, all people of the world, as well as isolated tribal groups have some form of music; It is believed that music has existed for approximately 55,000 years! Since music is such a part of the world and the human experience, there is much to be discussed! Please join us as we go back in time and proceed through the ages to explore the many instruments, composers, peoples, and related info. Fitness Coaching Fitness X-Perience Tuesdays & Saturdays Club 2:00pm This course is designed to educate and assist all participants in planning and developing a healthy personal routine. The fitness team will look at each participant’s individual physical abilities, health goals, dietary needs, and interests. Come join as a group or individual as you learn valuable tips, tricks, and techniques to shape your health! This course will also offer training on fitness equipment and take away exercises for self-driven exercise outside of the club environment. Fitness X-perience Susan B. Krusko Springs Join Susan for a full body workout. She will guide you through safe practices and techniques to maximize your range of motion, strength and get your heart pumping. With her varied fitness background don’t be surprised if you see some of her teaching techniques trickle over from Zumba, Zumba Gold, Zumba Kids and Silver Sneakers, Classic and Circuit Training.


Folk Art Melinda Lovelett Tuesdays | 1:00pm Studio Join Melinda as she takes you on a journey around the world to visit distant cultures through their folk art. She will teach you the simple hand techniques used to create masterpieces! Though each culture may develop its own techniques and meaning behind the art. For example you may be surprised to hear that basket making developed independently in many places without the influence of others. Need driven invention, which had turned into it art over time with ornamentation and interest. Handwriting Analysis Alysha Winiarski Mar. 14th, 11:00am Springs This class explores how a person’s handwriting can tell a lot about them. How you craft letters and words can indicate more than 5,000 different personality traits. Together we will learn to break down our own handwriting and see how it stands up to us as people and our traits. Health Chat Kathleen Pye 3rd Tuesdays Inn 11:00am We all try to stay healthy by eating right, exercising and drinking enough fluids. Kathleen Pye, RN will share tips for keeping healthy by taking steps that are easy to include and that are important to maintain our optimum health. Hot Topics Marvin Wurth Fridays |11:00am MR Each week features different speakers Enjoy stirring, intelligent, conversation and the exchange of views with others. Discuss what’s going on in the news around the world. Be advised there is no topic off limits to this group. Inspired By Alice Amanda Aaron March 21st, 1:00pm MR Alice In Wonderland, originally written in 1865 has captured the imagination of generations. Come to learn about the author, his work, and the art, films, stories, and construction inspired by the story of one very curious little girl. Join us for the photo and video inspirations which seem to shift and change with each generation.


Jewelry Stamping Amanda Aaron April 21st, 1:30 pm Studio Hand Stamping jewelry has been all the rage for a few years now. Join Amanda to learn how to swing a hammer to create your own unique take on hand stamping. You will learn the media used, the warnings, a brief history of metal working, and leave with a creation of your own. Joyful Journey Sherry Irvine Thursdays | 11:00am Inn Tuesdays | 10:00am Villa Please join us for an interactive series which includes poetry, prose, and other literary gems. After the recitation, a lively discussion for the group will be initiated and all are encouraged to explore the pieces: interpretation, style, and historical aspects, etc. Participants are also encouraged to share ideas for future sessions. Familiar authors and classic writings will be presented as well as contemporary and new talent, making for a thought-provoking gathering. Life Journals Michael Ruscoe Thursdays in April MR 2:30pm Who doesn’t love to tell a story? In the Life Journal class, members will discover the most effective way to tell their stories in the written word, so that they can not only be enjoyed by a wider audience, but so the stories last for generations. Effective writing techniques will be discussed, as will methods of accessing life memories that we thought we had long ago forgotten. A marvelous way to explore the rich tapestry of one’s own life and share it with others, the Life Journal class, led by author and university writing instructor Michael Ruscoe, is a wonderful way to celebrate memories and share them with family and friends. Myth Busters Alysha Winiarski 2nd Monday | 7:00pm Villa 3rd Monday | 10:30am Springs 2nd Wednesday | 10:30am Inn This class exposes the truth about myths that we had always thought were true. Ever wonder if what we were told as children was the truth? After much research most of our childhood teachings are found to be false. Join us as we reveal our findings and discuss the hidden past behind the lies.


Open Forum Denise Julian Fourth Wednesdays MR Denise leads a monthly Open Forum in which she will share with residents new or different information about Watermark. For this semester she will also be inviting special guest seekers to join us. These educational speakers present information on topics of interest which have caught the eye of Denise during her one on one visits with residents. For example… nutrition. Poetry and Wordplay Amanda Aaron 3rd Tuesdays Springs 3:00pm Join Amanda in learning different types of poetry as a form of creative art. Each week we will be rotating through different types of poetry form and design to create a collection of photo inspired written expression. Forms covered will include; sonnets, Haiku, Limericks, Narrative, Free-form, epic, couplet, and pictorial. Photo inspiration and published examples of this work will be compared and evaluated during this learning process, so be sure to bring your favorites! Pottery Part 2 Sue Stabile 1st and Last Fridays Inn 3:30pm Learn techniques for working with clay. Sgraffito (in Italian "to scratch") will be taught, as well as carving, “sprigging”, and burnishing, along with other methods from ancient times to the present. Using white stoneware clay, please join us to explore the properties of clay and how to use tools and materials that have stood the test of time. No experience is necessary. Putting on the Bernie Walters Saturdays | 10:00am Commons Commons Don’t let the winter weather stop you from working on your short game! Indoor putting had a varied audience of supporters. No experience necessary. Our coaching team is here to teach you the putting basics and guide you into the exciting game of golf.


Safety Series Skip Savino Last Wednesdays MR 2:00pm Join Skip as he shares safety tips and shares helpful advice for downsizing, purchasing equipment, ensuring proper maintenance, and emergency planning and drills. Outside of facilities Skip will share ideas on how to make your space more user friendly, and recommend equipment and services which may just make your day run like a well-oiled machine. Salsa Fitness X-Perience Thursdays | 3:00 pm Club Salsa dancing offers a fun way to move your fitness to a new level. Join the experienced salsa dance leaders from Fitness X-Perience in beginners classes. Salsa dance offers flexibility, cardio, and range of motion to participants who are interested, all with a Latin flair. Using the pacing of the music which accompanies this course, trainers will encourage all participants in finding to put a little fun back in your workout. Seated Aerobics Alysha Winiarski Third Tuesdays Springs 10:30am This class is designed to keep participants functionally fit without ever having to get up from a chair. Chair aerobics increases participant’s heart rate to enhance their cardiovascular fitness. These exercises include posture control, stretches and punches to maintain muscular and joint health. Join us and work up a sweat in the name of your health. Senior Fitness Fitness X-Perience Tuesdays Club And Cardio Thursdays 9:00am Join the Fitness X-Perience team for a cardio exercise course which is fit for any person interested in improving their overall wellness. Trainers will be going through a series of stretches and exercises which will start slow, gently escalate and by the end have everyone from beginner to fitness guru feeling the burn! This class has an enthusiastic following, so be ready to join your peers in this exciting class as a regular way to start your day.


Senior Strength Fitness X-Perience Tuesdays Club and Motion Thursdays 10:00am Looking for a good way to round off your morning and energize for the day? Join the Fitness X-Perience Team for an exercise course designed to focus on strengthening muscles, increasing endurance, and keeping range of motion as fluid as possible. This course does utilize light weights to offer additional resistance and to challenge your current muscle tone. This course is an upbeat and fun way to work your way to a healthier you. Silver Singers Lila Howard 3rd Mondays | 2:00pm Aud Jeanie Hinkson Singing produces benefits and results that might surprise you. For thousands of years, in all cultures, in all parts of the world, people have been singing. Singing is in our genes and in human nature. The urge to sing - and to hear others sing - is in all of us. Singing - like laughter, play, sunshine, countryside and exercise - helps underpin and maintain our well-being and happiness. Singing is therefore fundamentally enriching. So stop singing in the shower and join silver singers Skilled Nursing: Fact Diane Pimentel April 12th , 1:30pm AUD Versus Fiction Many people look at skilled nursing care as the worst alternative for services, but this is simply not true! Do you have questions about what services can be provided through skilled nursing, versus at home care? Do you wonder what a projected recovery time or stay would look like following joint replacement? Join Diane as she shares information from the latest regulations, back to how things were done before, as well as debunks some of the rumors which cause many people to be afraid of a more nursing intensive program. Spanish 101 Carmen Rodriguez Fridays | 3:00 pm AUD Carmen will be rejoining us this semester after a brief hiatus to resume teaching the Spanish language to any here at East Hill who are interested. More than just a language class Carmen spends class time discussing the culture, heritage, and varied interests of Spanish speaking people. Carmen will share her tips and tricks on mastering the rolling of the rrrrrrs, and may even have a tasting or two!


Spiritual Exploration Sam Dexter 3rd Wednesdays Inn 11:30am Join Chaplain Sam Dexter to connect with your own personal spirituality. That may be a traditional religion, a combination of beliefs, or a non-traditional spirituality. The flexibility and guidance that will be spoken of may help you reconnect with your spiritual self. Stability Training Fitness X-Perience Fridays & Sundays Club 3:00pm The fear of losing your balance is a terrifying one for many of us as we start to age. To combat this we have designed stability training. This course offered by our fitness team uses exercises designed to strengthen your core muscles, improve balance, and offers versatility to your workout. This utilizes lower impact movements and focuses on holding positions to battle muscle fatigue. Swing Into Fitness Fitness X-Perience Mondays Club Wednesdays 11:00am What could be better than swing dance moves, great music, and enthusiastic teachers? Enjoying all of those things right here on campus! Join the fitness team in using moves from the Charleston, Jitterbug, and many other iconic swing dances to get your body fit and healthy. This course offers a full body workout whether seated or standing. Come solo or with a partner and be ready to laugh your way into a better quality of life. Tai Chi Ann Sullo 1st and 3rd Mondays Club 9:00am Tai Chi has a lot in common with yoga, though the two practices diverge when it comes to stretching and relaxation. While you stretch to relax during a yoga class, you relax to stretch while practicing Tai Chi. Relocating from the floor to a chair won’t minimize your activity. Even seated, you’ll still work your core and move your arms and hands.


Tea Explorer Angelique Boucher Saturday, Jan 7th 4:00pm Commons

Lipton, Bigelow, and Celestial are just some of the big names in the tea world – But those are just touching the tip of the iceberg! This Watermark University course will be an introduction about different variations of tea and their geological regions, while tasting them! Sticking to classics while introducing many diverse flavors and infusions.

The Art of Food: Jim Bain Last Thursdays | 11:00 Art Studio Appetizers II Our ever popular Chef Bain is at it again! Have you ever had unexpected guests? Or perhaps had to throw together a dish to bring to a party at the last minute? Jim will share some easy and no bake appetizers which can please any palate. Learn how to pair flavors you already have in the fridge to suit any occasion. The Dawn Asteroid Parker Moreland Friday, January 27th MR Mission 2:00pm In 2007 the Dawn spacecraft left Kennedy Space Center. It arrived at the second largest asteroid, Vesta, in 2011, and after orbiting it for 14 months, started its unique ion propulsion engine again and cruised out to the largest asteroid, Ceres. It has been imaging and taking data from orbit there since March 2015. Today we will explore the unique aspects of the Dawn Spacecraft and the amazing images of Vesta & Ceres it obtained. The Science of Hugs Alysha Winiarski Tuesday, February 14th Springs 11:00am A hug a day keeps the doctor away; this class will expose the many health benefits behind this social interaction, as well as, some of the facts and body language that often accompanies a hug. Join us for this informational class; a hug can make all the difference.


Vein Health Dr. Afshar, MD Thursday, April 6th MR 2:00pm Dr. Afshar will join us for a seminar on vein treatment and health which will include symptoms of vein disorders, treatment of veins which make you uncomfortable or may be indicators of other issues or diagnoses. He will also explain how most of these symptoms can be treated, what expected outcomes can be, and how they may contribute to overall wellness. Watercolor Stationary Samantha Nook Thursday, April 6th Villa Personalized stationary adds that extra touch to sending Samantha brings her passion for watercolors to the Villa. Where she will be sharing the brush techniques to paint a variety of landscape scenes. Using a gentle touch and a light hand is a skill that takes years of patience and practice, but Samantha will happily share some of those techniques with you during in one hour sessions. Wii Bowling Melinda Lovelett Tuesdays | 11:00am MR & Paula Creen Fitness and technology come together in this weekly opportunity. Wii Bowling is a great game to learn, and they will also be offering lessons on how to use this equipment independently. Small teams have already formed... can leagues be far behind? Wiki and Wine Christine Woodman See Calendar for Dates Lounge Welcome to the wonderful world of wine appreciation and the opportunity to have a conversation with others who are equally interested in starting a discovery with the words…. “Did you ever wonder…?”. Join Christine to sample assorted wines as while trekking through Wikipedia. Wiki has become a staple for users worldwide who are looking for information at their fingertips. Unlike Google and other web search engines it is a virtual encyclopedia in which anyone and everyone can upload information on topics of their choosing, some topics will be debunked and others simply explored.


Wisdom of Shakespeare Sue Stabile Wednesdays | 2:30pm Inn

And that is the Question….. Shakespeare! William Shakespeare is thought to be one of the most brilliant writers in this world, his works still being performed and read to this day. His contribution to the world of literature is priceless. Yet, behind the Bard, is a mysterious and somewhat sketchy account of his life. Please join us as we delve into sorting out the myths and factual information available, while sampling his profound wisdom through his words and work. You will learn that Shakespeare invented over 1700 common words to the English language and how he did this. “All the world is a stage” and “not a minute too late” to attend this lively session! Working Watercolors Samantha Nook Thursday, March 2nd Inn Samantha brings her passion for watercolors to the Inn. Where she will be sharing the brush techniques to paint a variety of landscape scenes. Using a gentle touch and a light hand is a skill that takes years of patience and practice, but Samantha will happily share some of those techniques with you during one hour sessions. Her hope is to try and relate her passion of seeing beauty in the everyday moments, and putting that to paper. Writer’s Workshop Michael Ruscoe Thursdays in March MR 2:30pm In the workshop, we work together as a community to explore the writing process and how we can master it. Under the direction of author and university writing instructor Michael Ruscoe, workshop members will learn to hone their craft and express themselves in the written word. Members are free to write fiction, non-fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, life journals, family history, memoirs, or in any genre that engages their minds and their creativity. Authors of all levels of experience, from novice to expert, are welcome! Yoga Chair Yoga is a gentle and restorative form of yoga, designed to increase flexibility, strength, balance, and circulation. Chair Yoga encourages proper breathing and better posture while also releasing stress and tension and balancing the body's systems, for an overall sense of well-being. Each class includes breath work, stretching and strengthening, a brief stress reducing meditation, and gentle neck and shoulder massage at the end.


Zumba Fitness X-Perience Tuesday & Saturday Club 3:00pm Mondays Villa 3:00pm Wednesdays Inn 3:00pm Fridays Springs 10:00am This internationally successful Latin based dance fusion aerobics class uses moves from; Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, and Flamenco. Don’t let the smiles on the participant’s faces fool you! This course is an intense workout – which is so fun that you will hardly notice how hard you have worked until it’s over! Because of the wild success of this program classes will be held in every level of care for the semester.

RESIDENT BIOGRAPHIES Cyndy Bennett was originally from Maine, and has had some very exciting adventures, one was camping in Alaska for over 6 months, and also living in New Mexico. She moved to Watermark in early 2011. She enjoys visiting with family and friends, is interested in History, art, music and sharing her lifetime stories. Marge DeBruycker moved to the Watermark in 2013 from Lake Worth, Florida. Marge worked in publishing and as a proof reader for the Ridgefield Press. Marge discovered coloring for adults on a trip to South Carolina to visit her son. She noticed the trend catching on in local book stores and decided to try it for herself. Since then, she has found that coloring has been a positive way to relieve stress, and wishes to share this with others. Lila Howard and her husband, Richard, joined the East Hill family in 2001, having come from Heritage Village where Lila served as Council President. Prior to that, she and Dr. Howard made their home in Long Island. Her career spans from flight school Director to race car driver. She is inspired by learning new things and served as our Resident Council President shortly after joining us and is president now, too. She developed the photography bug from her husband and serves as our in-house photographer, always willing and most able to capture every “Kodak” moment. Her photography gives her the “opportunity to be with people, share and learn.” In addition to being an avid bridge player, she shares the challenge of solving crossword puzzles with Anne Champlin and together they look forward to sharing their enthusiasm with others. Ruth Littman joined us in 2005 after residing in Florida and New York. Lovingly known as “Mrs. Wonderful” among her peers because of her positive, upbeat attitude, she continues her lifelong yearning to help others. “If you save one person, you save the world.” A career of assisting those with disabilities to find employment not only challenged her but inspired her by their willingness to make drastic vocational changes, even later in life. Her interests include history, opera, family, archeology and travel. Virginia Middleton was a Southbury Resident for 30 years prior to moving to the Watermark. She was a French teacher for high school and college levels. She serves on the Board of the Southbury Public Library, was publisher/owner of the Heritage Villager newspaper for many years with her husband and also they were longtime volunteers on the Heritage Village Ambulance. Ginny has two daughters. She enjoys tennis, current events, piano and reading. Parker Moreland and his wife Wini, after living in Danbury, CT for 41 years, moved to The Watermark in Sept. 2014. After training as a physicist, Parker has done basic research, managed industrial R & D, and taught high school physics. He has been using computers since 1956 and is currently a heavy user of his iPad, iPhone, and MacBook. Having dabbled with astronomy since earning his PhD, he started doing more serious amateur astronomy while teaching and has been a founding volunteer of the John J. McCarthy Observatory at New Milford High School since 1999. He leads the Observatory's outreach program teaching astronomy topics in the New Milford & Brookfield public schools, and coordinates its monthly public star party/lecture. Berni Walter moved to the Watermark at East Hill in 2008. Her formerly favorite places of residence include Heritage Village, Wilton, CT, and Buckinghamshire, England. Her career included elementary school teacher and jewelry designer/silversmith. She expresses herself by trying new avenues, meeting new people, and swimming and putting here. She loves to read and was deeply influenced by world travel and the challenge of being a volunteer in developing countries. As a member of P.E.O. Berni raises funds for higher education of women with loans, grants and scholarships. She is also an active member of her church.

Marvin Wurth and his wife Estelle moved into The Watermark in January of 2016. As he has made his career working in IT, it may have been surprising to find that he has an active interest in public debate, current events, and active political discussions. But he has jumped right in to Hot Topics here at East Hill. Perhaps growing up in the Bronx has made him unafraid of differing opinions, but Mr. Wurth shies from no topic and has rejuvenated the minds of many peers.

ASSOCIATE BIOGRAPHIES Amanda Aaron Community Life Director Amanda began working at East Hill in July of 2016. She has been actively working within Therapeutic Recreation for 15 years, and is still learning every day. She has a 13 year old son who leads her on a merry chase, and three dogs who help him to do so. When not at East Hill Amanda enjoys reading, fishing, gardening, crochet, jewelry making and cake decorating. Jim Bain Director of Dining Services Jim has worked at East Hill for 18 years. Jim is very involved in Scouting along with his son Jimmy, now a student at University of Hartford, who is an Eagle Scout. Jim serves as Associate Chapter advisor for The Order of the Arrow. He also plays softball and is involved in theater. Annarita DiFiore Controller Annarita joined The Watermark Community as our new Controller in June 2012. With her, she brings experience and enthusiasm for the position. When not working hard, Annarita enjoys many outdoor activities including gardening, camping, hiking, kayaking and rounds out the day with a good book. She gets her inspiration from various sources, mostly family and friends. Denise Julian Director of Health Services Denise has been a member of the staff since the community’s inception 24 years ago. Her inspiration comes from “working with our residents who are so eager and willing to share their life experience and knowledge with us.” Denise enjoys sharing her culinary skills with residents during her WU courses at the Inn and Villa. Melinda Lovelett Community Life Associate Melinda has been working at the Watermark at East Hill since March 2012 and works as the Community Life Assistant. She has a husband and (3) children...ages 20, 18, and 13. When she is not at WEH, she is at home babysitting, pet sitting, or doing household chores. When she has free time, she enjoys walking, reading, knitting, and corresponding with family and friends. Wanda Pacitto-Horeian, RN Director of Nursing, The Springs Wanda began her career as a CNA in the 1980’s for 22 years, and has been in the field for 27. She met a nurse who mentored her and Wanda was convinced to go back to school to get her nursing license. She became a floor nurse and then night supervisor, then a unit manager. She is now the Director of Nursing of the Springs. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her grandchildren. Dianne Pimentel, RN Administrator, The Springs Diane is a registered nurse and the Administrator of The Springs. When she is not working, she enjoys knitting for a quick and easy diversional activity.

Kathleen Pye, RN Supervisor of Assisted Living Services A graduate of Stony Brook University, Kathleen has almost thirty years’ experience in the nursing field. Kathleen loves caring for our residents and is inspired by the dedication and care provided by her fellow associates. When she is not at The Watermark, Kathleen enjoys working as a holistic nurse with her husband, a Naturopathic physician. She also is blessed with being the mother of two teenagers, two dogs and a very talkative parrot! Skip Savino Maintenance Director Skip joined the management team in 2016, and the changes have been rolling on! Skip lives right here in Southbury, and loves spending time at home with his family; including not just his wife and children, but also the house poodle. He is an avid football fan, loves to fish, and can often be found with his sleeves rolled up to help. Susan Stabile Therapeutic Recreation Director, Cherrywood Inn Susan has been working here since 2001. “I feel inspired by nature and people who help make the world a better place, and how everything is connected”, says Susan. She expresses herself with creativity; making jewelry, pottery, collages, and mixed media. Lynne Wanninger Housekeeping Supervisor Lynne has worked at East Hill since 1995. Lynne’s inspiration comes from putting a smile on the faces of residents and being supportive of them. Lynne especially enjoys spending time with her family and granddaughter, and traveling. Alysha Winiarski Therapeutic Recreation Director, The Springs Alysha has always loved artwork. It relieves stress and promotes positive energy. The whole process of creating something and finally seeing what you have created from a distance makes you feel a sense of accomplishment. Having something beautiful to look at in a room can change your mood right in that moment, and that is what I have always loved. Christine Woodman Human Resources Director Christine brings over 10 years of human resource experience to our community. She enjoys playing softball, bowling and rollerblading, and she listens to all different kinds of music, but prefers county and anything from the 60s-80s. Christine loves all kinds of animals, particularly her three cats: Bosley, Bailey and Moo.

GUEST BIOGRAPHIES Karen Anderson Certified Art Therapist Karen conducts individual and group sessions in her office. She works with many different media but has a passion for photography and uses collage as a way to loosen suppressed emotions and creative expression. Conscious of the importance of imagery in our everyday life, Karen uses her passion for art to help others overcome obstacles, find self-enrichment and inner reflection. Karen has been facilitating art therapy-based workshops since 2007. She is a graduate of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Master’s Art Therapy program in Indiana. Karen interned in NYC, works with Sharon Strouse, author of “Artful Grief “, at TAPS (Trauma Assistance Program for Survivors of the military) and has offered a three-day open art studio for the first Curvy Girls Convention 2011 in Long Island for girls diagnosed with scoliosis. Karen completed the certification program for Grief Counseling from the American Institute of Health Care Professionals in April 2013, has additional training in pet loss and recovery and is a facilitator for Soul Collage workshops. When Karen is not using her talent as an art therapist, she is a proud mother of two UConn students and has flown for American Airlines as an international flight attendant for over 25 years. Her latest endeavor is publishing an assessment she developed called EPICS (Environmental and Personality Imagery Card Sort). James Chapin Technical Educator and Instructor James has been working with Chapin Business Services since 2010 as a Field Technician. He volunteers at the Southbury Public Library two days per week for four hours and one day per week for one hour at Pomperaug Woods answering questions, giving instruction and solving technical issues. He is currently enrolled at Western CT State University majoring in Business where he will graduate in 2016. He has an Associate’s degree in Computer Science from Naugatuck Valley Community College and a Certificate in Object Oriented Programming. Reverend Samuel Dexter Ordained Minister Reverend Dexter is an ordained minister of United Church of Christ and licensed clinical social worker. He is the manager of the Spiritual Care Program at Regional Hospice and Homecare in Danbury, Ct. Samuel lives in Middlebury, Connecticut. Jeffrey Engel Teacher, Lecturer, Professor Recently, Jeffrey was selected by Litchfield Magazine as one of the fifty most influential people in Litchfield County. For fifteen years, he has been giving lectures devoted to music history in libraries, colleges and retirement communities throughout Connecticut. His preference is for 19th and 20th century music ranging from the wonderful to the wacky in operatic, symphonic and chamber works. Subjects are always placed in a historical context in order to show how non-musical developments impacted the lives and creativity of composers. Mr. Engel believes that music lectures should be entertaining as well as informative. To that end, his explanations are never too technical and he infuses his material with amusing anecdotes and musical illustrations. Mr. Engel has had an unusual background. After graduating college with a BA (major in music), he settled in Paris where he resided for 14 years. There, he studied cello, art history (at the Sorbonne) and earned diplomas in the French language. As a cellist, he taught in municipal conservatories, played all over France with operatic, symphonic and ballet orchestras, as well as with chamber music ensembles.

Jeanne Hinkson Pianist/Composer/Accompanist Jeanne revels in music as a large part of her life. A certified Robert Pace group piano instructor and a Yamaha School certified instructor, Jeanne has taught both group and individual piano on Long Island and in Connecticut. She wrote dialog and music for an original Musical called "Simple Pleasures" and co-wrote several musicals in Heritage Village with Al Laster, a former resident of The Watermark. She formed "Piano Plus One" in 2002 accompanying talented local singers and instrumentalists. Reverend Holden Minister Reverend Holden is Minister of Pastoral Care and Adult Education at the United Church of Christ in Southbury. Cyndie and her husband, Richard have lived in Southbury for 30 years. Cyndie was formerly a Pastor in Southington and is a graduate of Yale Divinity School. Dr. Alfred Hunt Professor Professor Emeritus of History at SUNY, College at Purchase, where, in addition to a full teaching schedule, he served as Dean of the College of Letters and Science, and hosted an award-winning Current Events cable show. For the past four years Dr. Hunt has taught at the University of Virginia Semester-at-Sea program where he sailed around the world teaching college students. He has lectured at Heritage Village and Heritage Hills for over 20 years, and at Pomperaug Woods for the past six years. Sherry Irvine Volunteer at WEH Sherry is the retired Human Resources Director, and has been a part of East Hill since January of 1992 and remains involved through Watermark University. It has been a wonderful journey for her in getting to know so many wonderful people with so many stories. “The residents and associates continue to inspire me and help me to keep things in perspective,” says Sherry. She has always enjoyed reading and has come to enjoy poetry more since sharing poems with the residents in The Inn and Villa. In addition to reading, she looks forward to a good movie, playing bridge with old friends, and walking and soaking in the natural beauty of her surroundings. She especially treasures the time with her four grandchildren, who truly are “the lights of my life,” she emphasizes. Reverend Walter Pitman Reverend Walter Pitman is a graduate of Newtown High School, Newtown CT. Attend American International College in Springfield MA. Received a BA degree in Speech and Theatre with a minor in Psychology from Western Connecticut State University in Danbury CT. Received a Masters of Divinity from Andover Newton Theological School, Newton Center MA. For the past 22 years he has been the Sr. Pastor of the United Church of Christ Southbury in Southbury CT. He and his wife Stephanie and their 2 sons Alexander and Richard are residents of Southbury CT. He is the proud son in law of Watermark resident Allen Hall. Rabbi Eric Polokoff Rabbi Eric Polokoff is the founding Rabbi of B'nai Israel of Southbury. He has been active in the local Jewish and general communities for more than two decades. He’s long been involved as a regional and national board member of the Anti-Defamation League. He is the informal moderator of the Southbury Clergy Association, sits on the St. Mary’s Hospital and Waterbury Hospital Ethics committees, and is the Associate Jewish Chaplain of The Taft School. Rabbi Polokoff’s rabbinic ordination, Master’s degree and Doctor of Divinity are from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York. He received his Sacred Theology Master’s from Yale Divinity School, and his undergraduate degree from The Johns Hopkins University.

Michael Ruscoe Writing Professor Michael Ruscoe is an author, journalist, and university instructor who began his career as a reporter with the Connecticut Post in 1985. The author of the novel You’ll Do Anything and the anthology Baseball: A Treasury of Art and Literature, Ruscoe is a member of the English Department faculty at Southern Connecticut State University, where he has taught writing for more than 25 years. He has also taught at Quinnipiac University and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, and has written several education texts. Ruscoe lives in Middlefield, Connecticut, with two beautiful children and a goldfish.

Marvin Shapiro Marvin Shapiro is a retired computer programmer who taught himself video production when we came to Heritage Village 15 years ago. Karin Terebessy Certified Yoga Instructor Karin believes Yoga is accessible to anyone. Karin has had a wonderful time teaching Yoga to seniors, pregnant women, moms and babies, kids, teenagers, folks living with chronic conditions, and everyone else in between. Karin believes Yoga should always make you feel better about yourself and your place in the world. Laughing and smiling are big with Karin and she looks forward to sharing her passion with the East Hill Community.

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