December 2014
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The Gold Wrapping Paper
Once upon a time, there was a man who worked very
hard just to keep food on the table for his family. This
particular year a few days before Christmas, he punished his little five-year-old daughter after learning
that she had used up the family's only roll of expensive gold wrapping paper.
As money was tight, he became even more upset
when on Christmas Eve he saw that the child had
used all of the expensive gold paper to decorate one
shoebox she had put under the Christmas tree. He also
was concerned about where she had gotten money to
buy what was in the shoebox.
Nevertheless, the next morning the little girl, filled
with excitement, brought the gift box to her father and
said, "This is for you, Daddy!"
As he opened the box, the father was embarrassed by
his earlier overreaction, now regretting how he had
punished her.
But when he opened the shoebox, he found it was
empty and again his anger flared. "Don't you know,
young lady," he said harshly, "when you give someone a present, there's supposed to be something inside
the package!"
The little girl looked up at him with sad tears rolling
from her eyes and whispered: "Daddy, it's not empty.
I blew kisses into it until it was all full."
The father was crushed. He fell on his knees and put
his arms around his precious little girl. He begged her
to forgive him for his unnecessary anger.
An accident took the life of the child only a short time
later. It is told that the father kept this little gold box
by his bed for all the years of his life. Whenever he
was discouraged or faced difficult problems, he
would open the box, take out an imaginary kiss, and
remember the love of this beautiful child who had put
it there.
In a very real sense, each of us has been given an invisible golden box filled with unconditional love and
kisses from our children, family, friends. There is no
more precious possession anyone could hold.
I Wish I Could Wrap Up Christmas
I wish that I could wrap up all the love and Holiday
cheer
That comes along with Christmas and with New
Year's every year,
Pack it in a pretty box and put it on my shelf
And pull it down again each year and give it to myself.
I wish that I could tie up all my favorite carols with
twine,
Wind around some ribbon, too, and for twelve months
call them mine
Until the next Yuletide came when the sounds again
could be unfurled
And untie every single one then give them to the
world
December 2014
Veterans Day
The Manor
The Courtyards
Ken Thompson receiving his certificate of honor
and Veteran pin from Pastor Jim Radford & Ginny
Donald Wood receiving his certificate of honor and
Veteran pin from Pastor Jim Radford & Ginny
A Memory table to honor Veterans of residents
that have passed
Jim Neish receiving his gratitude of thanks with a
boutonniere from Horseheads American Legion
"am"Lisi also receiving his gratitude of thanks from
S
Horseheads American Legion
December 2014
Peppermint Brittle
Criteria for using heating pads at the
Courtyards:
Peppermint candies are crushed and then stirred into
melted white chocolate. The mixture is spread into a
pan, and allowed to chill until hardened.
Ingredients:
2 pounds white chocolate
30 small peppermint candy canes
Directions:
1. Line a large jellyroll pan with heavy-duty foil.
2. Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
Heat in microwave on medium setting for 5 to 6
minutes. Stir occasionally, until chocolate is melted
and smooth.
3. Place candy canes in a plastic bag, or between two
pieces of waxed paper. Using a mallet or rolling pin,
break the candy canes into chunks. Stir peppermint
into melted white chocolate. Spread evenly in pan,
and chill until set, about 1 hour. Break into pieces by
slamming pan on counter.
Must be approved by the Director of Clinical
Services – memory concerns will be reviewed for
safety as well as diagnosis that may cause resident to
have decreased feeling in the area they wish to use
the heating pad. Putting them at risk for burns.
• If approved to use a heating pad – it must have an
automatic turn off on it. Residents must not leave
them plugged in when not in use.
 If it is not a brand new heating pad, it will have
to be checked by maintenance for safety.

Christmas Riddles
Q. What did the Gingerbread Man put on his bed?
A. A cookie sheet!
Q. What's black and white and red all over?
A. Santa covered with chimney soot.
Q. What do you get when you deep fry Santa Claus?
A. Crisp Kringle.
Q. How do you scare a snowman?
A. You get a hairdryer!
Q. Which elf was the best singer?
A. ELFis Presley.
Q. What do you get when you eat Christmas decorations?
A. Tinsilitis!
Q. What does Santa clean his sleigh with?
A. Comet.
Q. Why does Santa have three gardens?
A. So he can go HOE HOE HOE.
Q. Where does a snowman keep his money?
A. In a snow bank.
Longest Night of the Year
Sunday, December 21, 2014 at 6:03 PM EST
The winter solstice marks the shortest day and the
longest night of the year. The sun appears at its lowest point in the sky, and its noontime elevation appears to be the same for several days before and after
the solstice. Hence the origin of the word solstice,
which comes from Latin solstitium, from sol, "sun"
and -stitium, "a stoppage." Following the winter solstice, the days begin to grow longer and the nights
shorter.
December 2014
Resident/Family Thanksgiving
Dinner at the Manor
Resident/Family Thanksgiving
Dinner at the Courtyards
The annual Resident Family Thanksgiving meal took
place Monday, November 24, 2014 at Bethany Manor. This event is the most widely attended each year
and gives our residents and families a chance to enjoy
time together while giving thanks over a traditional
Thanksgiving meal. A total of 354 meals were
served. We would like to thank all the staff and volunteers for their efforts in making this such a festive
event. Also, a special thanks to Beth Flynn, Activities Director, and her staff for coordinating the event.
Joseph Magno and family
Flo & Helen Fender
Dorothy Charwat & Pat Charwat
Judy Driscoll & Esther Raker
The Courtyards Resident/ Family Thanksgiving dinner took place on Sunday, November 23rd. The residents and their families enjoyed turkey dinner with all
the trimmings! Close to 500 meals were served! We
look forward to this event every year. Thank you to
Marc Pease and his staff for the wonderful meal!
Thank you to everyone who helped put this all together including staff, volunteers and all the children.
A special thank you to Maureen McLaughlin and her
staff for the extra personal touches and decorating.
Thank you all!
Virginia Wetherbee
December 2014
Halloween
Sparkle of Christmas
Saturday, December 6th from 5 pm to 9 pm,
Market St., Corning.
40th annual culmination of the Crystal City Christmas Events Season, sponsored by Connors Mercantile. Featuring fireworks, horse and carriage rides,
shopping and dining promotions, outdoor entertainment and activities for the whole family!
Words of Thanks and Gratitude from
the Residents of the Courtyards
Dear Friends,
A note to thank all of you for the
wonderful , delicious, joyful day
you provided for us an our
families on Sunday. “A preThanksgiving”.
For every hour and moment you
worked , for every dish washed ,
potatoes peeled , plates served
with smiles and dedication
thank you, thank you, thank
you!!
With Gratitude ,
From all of us who bless you
everyday!!
December 2014
Our Mission
10am-2pm
Bethany Village is
Mon., Wed., Thurs., Friday
We are offering manicure and
a Sustainable,
The Day Club is a program of
pedicure services to the residents
structured activities designed for of the Courtyards, Knoll and OrVibrant Oasis
adults in the community who may chard Homes. Amanda Ward; liOffering a Choice
require supportive care. The pro- censed Nail Specialist, will schedof Quality Living
gram offers a pleasant home-like ule appointments weekly in the
atmosphere with stimulating recre- Courtyards for your convenience.
and Care Options
ational activities; baking, games,
She can be reached directly at
for Aging Adults
crafts, music, movies, day
Adult Social Day Club
trips. A morning snack and lunch
in the dining room are also
included.
The program offers caregivers an
opportunity to pursue employment
or enjoy some needed respite,
while offering the reassurance that
a loved one is being cared for
during the day by caring and
professional staff.
For more information, please call
the Bethany at Home Coordinator,
Terri Russell at 607-378-6613.
Bethany At Home Nail
Service
378-6603 to schedule an appointment.
Contact Us:
The Courtyard: Sales/
Companionship
Marketing
Kathy Woodruff 607-378-6664
Services
[email protected]
Bethany at Home would like to
Lynne Gaylord 607-378-6519
extend our companionship services to the residents of the Court- [email protected]
yards. We have professional and
The Manor: Admissions
caring aides that are available to
visit on a scheduled basis. Typical Case Manager
activities might be to play a game, Carrie Hill 607-378-6549
[email protected]
put a puzzle together, go for a
walk, or quiet time talking, just to You can also call our main
mention a few. If you are interest- phone number at (607) 739ed and for more information,
8711, 24-hours a day for addiplease contact Terri at 378-6613. tional help.
Contact Maureen
Bethany Village Caregivers McLaughlin x6536 to have
“Skype” set up for you and your
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ble on our website!
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Group
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Bethany Village offers a Caregiv- A Caregiver Graduate Group for
ers Support Group session month- those whose loved ones have
passed will be held on the second
ly for the Alzheimer’s Association. The group meets every third Wednesday at 1:00-2:30 at the
Thursday from 12:15-1:15 in the Manor.
If you interested or need more inCourtyards Day Club
Room. There is no charge for the formation, please contact Mary
meeting and we supply lunch. If Ann Bernard at 378-6701.
you would like more information,
please call the Home Care office
at 607-378-6613.