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Monthly updates from your {FULL} Life community
Lifting spirits: Bra art raises
support and hope
Each year, the Fargo community
creates fun bra-inspired art
to raise funds and support
for breast cancer research
and awareness. The local
organization Bras on Broadway.
works with local artists who
donate their creations for
auction. The funds support the
American Cancer Society, and
Bras on Broadway also provides
much-needed accommodations,
gas cards, and wigs for those in
need.
Residents also decorated bras,
which joined the thousands
hanging from the historic
downtown Hotel Donalson
(HoDo) on Broadway. Karen
Stoker, owner of HoDo and
Touchmark volunteer, invited
the resident artists to HoDo for
treats and to see the towering
bra-art display. Resident Ray
Green even came up with a song
for this yearly event:
to smile, when you see the bras
that hang on Broadway!
Oh come along with me and see,
the bras that hang on Broadway.
The sizes range from A to G, the
bras that hang on Broadway.
They’re black, they’re pink,
they’re red, white & blue
In this rainbow exhibition,
HoDo is the place to carry on
this tradition.
Oh, the money raised in this
great cause, will help to find the
answer.
As science searches for a way, to
cure breast cancer.
If you’re going by HoDo’s front
door, look up to see this bright
display
Stop by for a while, you’re sure
TOUCHMARK AT HARWOOD GROVES
October
Issue
12, 2011
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visit and share the joy, friendship, and
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sizes, and features may vary. See construction documents.
fun—discover all that’s offered at Touchmark.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Contact a Full Life
team member for
additional details,
including registration,
transportation
information, and
participation
requirements.
Monday, Dec. 2,
2:15 pm
FM Noteables
Christmas Concert.
Auditorium.
Thursday, Dec. 5,
10 am - 2 pm
Holiday Bazaar.
Foyer and
Auditorium.
This Amherst cottage, which is currently under
construction, offers 1,379 square feet, two
bedrooms, two bathrooms, garage, fireplace, and
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patio.
772 sq. ft.
Apartments
1 Bedroom | 1 Bath
For illustration purposes only. Square footage, actual room
sizes, and features may vary. See construction documents.
Waterford at Harwood Groves
1200 Harwood Drive | Fargo, ND 58104 | 701-476-1200 | 800-715-3460 | WaterfordFargo.com
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Thursday, Dec. 5,
7:30 pm
Kiwanis Choir
Christmas Concert.
Auditorium.
Monday, Dec. 9,
2 pm
Moorhead Carolers.
Auditorium.
Tuesday, Dec. 10,
2:30 pm
Silver Follies.
Auditorium.
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Wednesday, Dec. 11,
1:30 pm
DGF Christmas
Concert. Auditorium.
Thursday, Dec. 12,
2 pm
Making lefse. Hoyle
Room.
Friday, Dec. 13,
2:30 pm
Movie review with
Tony McRae: Meet
Me In St. Louis.
Auditorium.
Friday, Dec. 13, 6 pm
Bus leaves for
Concordia Christmas
Concert at the Civic.
Monday, Dec. 16,
2:30 pm
Christmas Vintage
Style Show.
Auditorium.
Thursday, Dec. 19,
4:15 pm
Monthly Birthday.
Foyer.
Tuesday, Dec. 31,
4:30 pm
New Year’s Eve Party.
Foyer.
See the full calendar
of events online:
TouchmarkFargo.
com/pdf/communityevent-calendar.pdf
This 772-square-foot apartment is located on the
first floor and offers one bedroom, one bathroom,
a patio,
and
fireplace.
Waterford
at Harwood
Groves
1200 Harwood Drive | Fargo, ND 58104 | 701-476-1200 | 800-715-3460 | WaterfordFargo.com
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TOUCHMARK AT HARWOOD GROVES
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Enjoying DELIGHT{FULL} events
Residents and team members dressed up and handed out candy to local school kids for Halloween.
Tasting fall favorites! A
group gathered to make
apple dumplings with a
surprise, delicious extra—
Mountain Dew.
Brendan Krupich and two of his coworkers from
FM Ambulance shared an insightful hands-on
presentation about ambulances. They covered
everything from how emergency calls are handled
to a tour of an ambulance.
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NDSU History of Architecture Professor Ronald
Ramsay filled an afternoon with fascinating facts
and stories during a historic tour of local churches.
The group wrapped up the afternoon with treats at
Nichole’s Fine Pastry.
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Don Witham named
Senior of the Year
(cont.)
Touchmark resident Don Witham
was recently recognized with the
Senior of the Year award. This
annual recognition coordinated by
Bethany Retirement Living honors
the contributions made by seniors
to the fabric of the community in
five categories: business, community
involvement, education/arts, faith
and health/wellness.
Executive Chef Joe Volske
and his team roasted
two whole pigs and
provided all the traditional
German side dishes for
the Oktoberfest party.
Building Engineer Shane
Hollenbeck helped serve
beer and root beer while
wearing lederhosen
(Front desk attendant
Royann Archer made the
lederhosen). Laughter,
music, and lots of food
filled the fun evening!
Don’s former employee, friend
and fellow Touchmark resident
Mary Nelson nominated him
in the business category for his
contribution as the owner of the
West Fargo Pioneer, a weekly
newspaper Don and his wife Betty
started in 1967.
“I’m quite honored and
complimented,” Witham says of the
recognition.
Don’s development of the West
Fargo Pioneer was instrumental
for two reasons. First, he proved
anything is possible. He and Betty
ventured into the newspaper
business with little newspaper
experience, many – including the
previous owner - predicted he’d fail.
But he and Betty, along with their
dedicated employees, worked side by
side to make it happen.
“Betty worked right with me. She
did layout and design, and I sold
advertising. Together we, along with
the help of our employees, built
Keeping with the Oktoberfest theme, the ladies gathered for a
German winetasting event. Four white wines were available.
“This tasting business is pretty fun!” shared Rene Moen.
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(cont.) the whole thing,” Don says. “We started out in a
300-square-foot-building on Main Street and just continued
to grow.”
Under Don and Betty’s guidance, the West Fargo Pioneer
and its sister publication The Midweek grew to reach a
weekly distribution of 65,000 households before they sold it
to Forum Communications in 2005. Don also owned Davon
Press.
Don credits teamwork for the success of his business. “We
worked for our employees, and they worked for us. Our
whole corporation operated that way. I worked right along
with them, and we had no problem. We worked for each
other and had a ball in the meantime.”
Don reflects on the fun they had at work by recounting their
office birthdays. “We had a big celebration for everyone
who had a birthday. We’d meet in the kitchen, and I’d lead
everyone in a ‘Hip-hip-hooray.’ Then I’d jump and click my
heels,” Don recalls with a laugh.
Aside from proving anything is possible, Don’s nurturing
of the West Fargo Pioneer was instrumental for the city
by helping distinguish it as a separate community from
Fargo. “When we started the Pioneer, it was something
that identified West Fargo, and West Fargo had never been
identified before—its paper was just an extension of The
Forum. When we created the Pioneer, the Pioneer was West
Fargo, and The Forum was Fargo.”
“West Fargo is really something special, because West Fargo
helped me, and I helped West Fargo,” Don says.
In addition to being a former business owner, Don also is
an author of two books. One is a compilation of columns
he wrote for the West Fargo Pioneer over the course of
20 years. His second book chronicles his experiences in
World War II. During his time in the service—four years,
one month, and 11 days to be exact—Don survived four
invasions, being torpedoed, and floating on a life raft.
Don Witham has indeed experienced a full life!
TOUCHMARK AT HARWOOD GROVES
October 2011 | page 1
Marge Coalman, EdD
Vice President of
Wellness & Programs
Celebrating the
possibilities
“‘Why not’ is a slogan for an
interesting life.”
– Mason Cooley, professor and aphorist
Year’s end brings a time for
reflection and shared memories.
All of the holidays and holy
days for people of faith have
celebratory events and traditions.
Often the gifts of the spirit,
friendships, family relationships,
victories, and losses are
remembered.
As 2014 approaches, many
ponder, “What’s next?” Perhaps
the better question is, “Why not?”
Things on the bucket list might be
due for a move to the action list.
Healthy aging means nurturing
curiosity, passion, and
imagination. Lifelong learning,
community service, volunteerism,
adventures, and new beginnings
are characteristics of Touchmark
champions.
To learn more about champions
and share your individual talents,
strengths, and skills, contact a
member of the Full Life team.
Continuing to grow and succeed
in self-determined goals is the
essence of active aging.
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BRAIN BUILDERS
FITNESS
CLUB NEWS
AQUATIC
Make a holiday plan
and stay on track
Creative thinking! With
all the presents open,
What should be the most
imagine—and list—what
joyous time of year can easily
you could do with empty
be lost in challenges and
boxes. Example: Make a
commitments, which we
PERSONAL TRAINER
small fort with children.
often put upon ourselves.
Added stress can also derail
the progress we all have
__________________
made with our health and
__________________
wellness. Instead of “letting
ourselves go,” use these ideas
__________________
to stay healthy during the
__________________
holidays:
__________________
• Plan your exercise time.
AWARD
__________________
Adapt your fitness schedule
to accommodate social
__________________
gatherings and holiday fun,
__________________
but making a plan will help
you get it done.
• Be aware of your stress
level—and move. Exercise
can help balance your stress
You said it!
hormones. Consider the
“I am completing my LIFE STORY
classes and services at the
internship at Touchmark to
club that focus on stress
finish my Health Services
management. We have Tai
Administration degree
Chi, Yoga, and Massage
through MSUM. When I
Therapy.
first started at Touchmark,
• Schedule personal
I was warmly welcomed by
training sessions. Having
all residents and staff. With
an appointment with a
my busy schedule, my time
trainer will keep you focused
at Touchmark is truly the
and committed.
PERSONAL CARE
highlight of my day. I am
• Meditate. Clear your
fortunate to be part of a great
mind and focus on the real
meaning of the holidays.
learning experience.”
• Ask for help if you find
- Max Collins, student intern
yourself feeling overwhelmed.
• Make good choices
with what you are eating
and drinking when you are
socializing.
PERSON-CENTERED
CARE
TOUCHMARK AT HARWOOD GROVES
• Have fun and enjoy
your family and friends.
Socialization is very
important for our mental
health. Plus, you can add fun
activities that get you moving,
like making a snowman with
the family.
Personal Training:
Infuse your workouts
with efficiency,
energy—and fun!
Whether you’ve exercised
for years or need to learn
the basics, a Touchmark
personal trainer can create
an effective and enjoyable
fitness program to meet your
needs. Your personal trainer
will evaluate your current
level of fitness and mobility,
seek input from your health
care team, as needed, assess
your physical capabilities,
and work with you to
plan short- and long-term
goals. Equipped with this
information, your trainer can
create a program to help you:
• Improve your overall wellbeing and sports/leisure
activities performance
• Exercise correctly and
efficiently
• Avoid injury
• Learn to balance physical
activity and nutritional
choices for weight
management and disease
prevention
• Overcome physical
(cont.)
limitations and
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(cont.) medical challenges
• Become more fit and functional in your daily life and have
fun exercising
Make the choice for greater vitality, health, independence,
and quality of life. Stop by the club today or call 701-526-1055
to set up an initial consultation.
Try tai chi
Looking for better health? Peace of mind? Learn the set of 19
movements and one pose of soft, flowing, moving meditation
that brings improved health and joy. Tuesdays at 5:30 pm.
Plus a new time: Wednesdays at 11 am.
Gift cards are available
Give the gift of health and wellness this holiday season.
Purchase a club gift card for someone special. Gift cards can
be used for massage, personal training, balance screenings,
and more!
Club offers SilverSneakers® fitness program
This fall, the club started offering the nationally recognized
exercise program Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness
Program, which is designed exclusively for older adults and
may be available at little or no additional cost (beyond any
monthly premium) to eligible Medicare health plan and group
retiree members.
Please note holiday hours
Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve • 6 am - 3 pm
Dec.25 – Christmas Day • closed
Dec.31 – New Year’s Eve • 6 am - 3 pm
Jan. 1 – New Year’s Day • closed
TOUCHMARK AT HARWOOD GROVES
1200 Harwood Drive S • Fargo, ND 58104
701-476-1200 • Touchmark.com
© 2011 Touchmark Living Centers, Inc., all rights reserved
Club director
presents at National
Independent Health
Club Association
(NIHCA) Fall
Conference
Last month Mark Minette,
Touchmark Health & Fitness
Club director and NIHCA
board member, presented Fall
Prevention Water Exercises
at the organization’s fall
conference.
NIHCA supports health club
and fitness specialists and acts
as a resource with monthly
webinars, mini workshops, and
conferences with health and
wellness professionals from
around the region.
“The keynote speaker at this
year’s conference was Louie
Anderson,” says Mark. “Louie
is a well-known comedian and
a Minnesota native, and he
shared that this past summer,
after participating in the TV
show Splash, he realized that
he needed to take control of his
health. It was an inspiring and
informative conference.”