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American House Troy

January 2017

Enriching the Lives of SeniorsSince 1979

American House StaffDebbie Smith Executive DirectorJamee Smith Assistant DirectorJennifer Rhodes Life Enrichment Director

Resident Support Services/The Medical Team

Nancy Luce, LPN NurseKarla Johnson Site SupervisorMedical/Personal Care Serv. 248-307-0021

Medical/Health ServicesDr. Greg Hackel, Physician 313-972-9001(Tuesdays)Laura Wilkerson, NP 810-853-5875(Thursdays)

Theramax RehabRehab Services 248-588-9444

PodiatryDr. Stephen Pitzer, Podiatrist 586-263-4524

Beauty ShopDenise Vaden 248-597-4959

Winter Is Here!A Winter Welcome to All!

Snowflake Week: Mon., Jan. 16th.- Fri., Jan. 20th.Be sure to check out the calendar for exciting

activities during this week. We will be having snowcones, building a snowman, having a snowball fight,

sipping hot cocoa by the fire, playing “snowball”bingo, etc.

Take the Chill OffThe root herb ginger promotes blood circulation. If

you feel cold, eating gingerbread or other foodscontaining ginger can make you feel warmer.

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Outings/Events

Leo’s ConeyIsland

Tues., Jan. 311:00 a.m.

KrogerThurs., Jan. 5

9:00 a.m.

MeijerThurs., Jan. 12

9:00 a.m.

Apple Bee’s andDollar TreeTues., Jan. 17

11:15 a.m.


9:00 a.m.

Bingo Bonanza!Mon., Jan. 23

2:00 p.m.


9:00 a.m.

Culver’sTues., Jan. 31

11:00 a.m.

Sign Up!!Just a reminder to

sign up for outings inthe TR (theater room)!Sign up forms are put

in the binder inadvance, so you can

scheduleappointments aroundthem if you would like

to attend.

We’re raising the jackpot this month,and this month only!!

Bingo Bonanza will be held at theAmerican House in Southfield on Mon.,Jan. 23rd! Each resident will pay $5.00,and each Director will pay $20.00! Bigmoney!! Sign up and join the fun whiletrying your luck! Bus leaves at 2:00p.m.! GOOD LUCK!!

Lunch and Shopping!Applebee’s has a

new 2 for $20 menu!You and a friend cansign up and enjoy an

appetizer to share and 2 full entrees,and then go shopping at thedollar store!

Lunch Outing!

Leo’s Coney Islandserves an expansivemenu of American andGreek specialties.They also servebreakfast all day long.Join us on Tues., Jan.3rd, at 11:15 a.m.!

Culver’s was such agreat outing the lasttime we went, andeveryone wants to go

back. Very inexpensive, and the foodwas great. Look for coupons!!

A Matter of BalanceWorkshop!

Those of you who signed up,and registered for this programwill meet on Mondays beginningMon., Jan. 9th, through Feb.27th,at 2:30 in the TR (theaterroom) from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00p.m.! You will learn to view fallsas controllable, set goals forincreasing activity, makechanges to reduce fall risks athome, and exercises to increasestrength and balance. A snackwill be provided.

Remember Martin LutherKing Jr.

As we celebrate the birthdayof Martin Luther King Jr. thismonth, let’s take a few momentsto remember theaccomplishments and teachingsof this great civil rights leader.

MLK Jr. Discussion & TriviaMon., Jan. 16th10:30 a.m. LR

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Hangman’s HistoryVocabulary buffs and “Wheel of Fortune” fans may be surprised to learn that

the word-guessing game hangman dates back to Victorian times. One of theearliest known references can be found in the 1894 book The Traditional Gamesof England, Scotland, and Ireland, in which a similar pastime was called “Birds,Beasts, and Fishes.” Join us for a game on the 6th & 20th @ 10:30 LR

Hot Cocoa and HealthA cup or two of cocoa each day may do more than ward off a chill. Cocoa is

rich in antioxidants, potassium, iron and other nutrients. Hot chocolate is alsochock-full of flavonoids, powerful compounds that are being studied for theirlink to fighting cancer, preventing stroke and delaying dementia and othercognitive problems. Plus, sipping this sweet treat can make you feel better—notonly because the drink is delicious, but also because it raises the body’s levelsof serotonin, which produces endorphins and can banish a bad mood.

January Birthdays!!Jan. 1 Emma H.Jan. 2 Genevieve R.Jan. 14 Patricia M.Jan. 14 Winifred “Jean” D.Jan. 19 Ronald W.Jan. 21 Elizabeth F.Jan. 22 Wilda N.Jan. 25 Mavis O.Jan. 28 Terry B.Jan. 29 Betty F.Jan. 30 Patsy V.

Staff Birthdays!Jan. 18 Olivera C.Jan. 19 Entela S.

Med Team Birthdays!Jan. 1 Daren Hudechek

May Your Birthday Be asMagnificent as You Are

Age is not a destination. It’s ajourney! Best birthday wishes to all ofour residents who are celebratingthis month.

Monthly Birthday Party!!Join us for our monthly birthday partyon Friday, Jan. 13th, at 2:30 p.m. in

the DR! We will be celebratingeveryone born in the month of

January. We have a special lady whowill be turning 100 years old on Jan.14th, Jean D., come and wish her a

very happy birthday! Gerry Poirier willbe entertaining.

Entertainment!!

JanuaryEntertainers!Joyce Backus(Yoga Class)

Mon., Jan. 2nd10:00 a.m. TRGail Engling

(guitar, oldies)Fri., Jan. 6th

2:30 p.m.Kathleen Tedesco(Movin’ & Groovin’)

Wed., Jan. 11th2:30

Gerry Poirier(Sing Along)Fri., Jan. 13th

2:30Alison Donahue(Chello, & Sing

Along)Fri., Jan. 20th

2:30Ron Muka

(keyboard & guitar)Tues. Jan. 24th

2:30Kenny Lang

(Singer & StoryTeller)

Sun., Jan. 29th2:30

Sing Along withBrian

(Every Sunday at9:00 a.m.)

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayNew Year's Day 1

9:00 Sing Along w/Brian LR10:30 Communion TR3:00 Pinochle L6:00 Movie TR

28:45 Exercise! DR

10:30 Trivia LR12:30 Milkman/Card Shop TR2:00 Knitting/Crochet AR22:30 Bowling AC7:00 Bingo DR

Dr. Hackel Here 38:45 Exercise! DR

10:00 Crafts AR211:00 1 Leo’s Coney Island2:30 Social Hour! AC6:00 Cards AR2

48:45 Exercise! DR9:00 Beauty Shop

10:00 Therapy in Color AR22:30 Balloon Volleyball LR7:00 Bingo DR

58:45 Chair Exercise (Video) TR9:00 1 Kroger

10:30 Beauty Shop12:30 -2:00 Snack Cart TR

2:00 Scrabble AC3:00 Downton Abbey TR3:00 Pinochle L6:00 Card Game 31 AR2


10:30 Hangman LR2:30 2 Entertainment DR (Gail

Engling)3:00 BP Check TMT7:00 Bingo DR

710:30 Chair Exercise TR11:00 Communion TR

2:00 Dr. Quinn Series TR3:00 LRC Game AR26:00 Movie TR

89:00 Sing Along w/Brian LR

10:30 Communion TR3:00 Pinochle L6:00 Movie TR

98:45 Exercise! DR

10:00 2 Yoga with Joyce TR12:30 Milkman/Card Shop TR2:00 Knitting/Crochet AR22:30 Cribbage Club AC7:00 Bingo DR


10:00 Crafts AR21:30 Oral Health Presentation! TR2:30 Resident Meeting DR3:30 Rosary AR26:00 Cards AR2


10:00 Therapy in Color AR210:30 Veterans Meeting TR2:30 2 Movin’ & Groovin’ with

Kathleen DR7:00 Bingo DR

128:45 Chair Exercise (Video) TR9:00 1 Meijer

10:30 Leader Dog in Training Visit LR10:30 Beauty Shop

2:00 Scrabble AC3:00 Downton Abbey TR3:00 Pinochle L6:00 Card Game 31 AR2


10:30 Walking Club! LR2:30 2 Birthday

Party/Entertainment! DR(Gerry Poirier)

3:00 BP Check TMT7:00 Bingo DR

1410:30 Chair Exercise TR




Martin Luther King Jr. Day 168:45 Exercise! DR

10:30 MLK Jr. Discussion & Trivia LR12:30 Milkman/Card Shop TR

2:00 Knitting/Crochet AR22:30 Snow cone Social AC7:00 Bingo DR


10:00 Crafts (snowflakes) AR211:00 1 Applebee’s & Dollar Store2:30 Snowball Fight & Build a

Snowman DR6:00 Cards AR2


10:00 Therapy in Color AR22:30 Hot Cocoa Bar by the Fire &

“Snowball” Bingo AC7:00 Bingo DR



2:30 Snowball Cocktail Hour DR3:00 Downton Abbey TR3:00 Pinochle L6:00 Card Game 31 AR2

208:45 Exercise! DR9:00 Beauty Shop2:30 2 Entertainment DR (Alison

Donahue)3:00 BP Check TMT7:00 Bingo DR

2110:30 Chair Exercise TR11:00 Communion TR




238:45 Exercise! DR

10:30 Trivia LR12:30 Milkman/Card Shop TR2:00 Knitting/Crochet AR22:00 1 Bingo Bonanza Sthfld.7:00 Bingo DR


10:00 Crafts AR22:30 2 Entertainment DR (Ron

Muka)3:30 Rosary AR26:00 Cards AR2


10:00 Therapy in Color AR22:30 Floor Yahtzee LR7:00 Bingo DR



2:00 Scrabble AC3:00 Pinochle L3:00 Downton Abbey TR6:00 Card Game 31 AR2


10:30 Walking Club! LR2:30 Ice Cream Float Social AC3:00 BP Check TMT7:00 Bingo DR

2810:30 Chair Exercise TR



10:30 Communion TR12:30 -2:00 Snack Cart TR2:30 2 Entertainment DR (Kenny

Lang)3:00 Pinochle L6:00 Movie TR

308:45 Exercise! DR

10:30 Trivia LR12:30 Milkman/Card Shop TR2:00 Knitting/Crochet AR22:30 Bowling AC7:00 Bingo DR


10:00 Crafts AR211:00 1 Culver’s2:30 Movie and Popcorn TR6:00 Cards AR2

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Good Times!!

Jim C. & Pat V. with Santa!

Amogene, Fred, & Julia!

Betty C. & friends baby!

Richard S. and Walter R.

Mary S. and her daughter!

HAPPY NEW YEAR! *2017*

WISHING YOUBeautiful Moments, Treasured Memories,And All the Blessings A Heart Can Know.

Happy New YearFrom The Staff at American House!

Debbie and Rob!

Welcome RobertAnderson!

Bob was born in Detroit, Mi; he has a son and adaughter. He worked for several insurance

companies as an insurance underwriter for 35years. He enjoys watching golf, bowling, and thenews on TV along with playing cards (rummy, &euchre), winning at bingo, exercise, painting,

pottery, and listening to music (jazz/blues). Bob isvery friendly, and always has a smile on his face.

A warm welcome to Bob!

Year of the RoosterJan. 28 begins the Chinese New Year. 2017 is the year of the rooster, a

symbol of confidence and loyalty.

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Welcome, Betty Feighner!!Betty was born & raised in Detroit.

She spent her adult years living inMilford. Betty & her husband Garythen moved to N. Carolina afterretirement. They are parents to severalchildren & are also grandparents &great-grandparents. Betty used to bean avid knitter. She enjoys doingpuzzles and coloring. She also enjoysplaying various card games. Please besure to say hi to Betty when you seeher out and about.

Hobby/Talent Show!A tentative date has been set for

the hobby/talent show! Wed., Feb.1st, at 2:30 in the DR! Sign up withJennifer so you can be introducedwith your hobby/talent beforepresenting it or demonstrating.

Welcome, Emma Hill!Emma was born in Pleasant Ridge,

Michigan. She raised her 2 children inTroy, and later moved to Royal Oak.Emma enjoys talking about hergrandchildren, great-grandchildren,and great-great-grandchildren. Emmakeeps herself busy with reading,coloring, and crossword puzzles. Inthe past, she had many hobbies thatincluded making jewelry, crocheting,cards, and playing bingo. Emma lovesto spend time with her family. Be sureand say “Hi” to Emma, and give her awarm welcome.

Resident

MeetingMark your calendars: the residents’meeting is on Tuesday, Jan. 10th, at

2:30 in the DR! See you there!

What’s New!

We had toreschedule some

programs from lastmonth due to theflu! Below are theprograms with the

new dates andtimes!

Ryan!

Leader Dog inTraining Visit!Ryan is currently in

training to become acertified leader dogfor the blind. Ryan,and her trainer, Lisa,will be visiting onThursday, Jan. 12th,at 10:30 a.m. in theLiving Room to give ademonstration, andto answer questionsabout the servicesRyan will beproviding.

Oral HealthPresentation!The Oral HealthPresentation isscheduled for

Tuesday, Jan. 10th,at 1:30 p.m. in the

TR!

January 2017

A New Year, a New Start

Happy New Year to all our residents.

Here’s hoping the next 12 months bring

you joy, peace and prosperity.

AMERICAN HOUSE TROY

2300 Grand Haven Drive

Troy, MI 48083

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