April 1
April Fool’s Day
April Newsletter 2017
April 4th
Craft Time - Easter Wreath
April 5th
IL Food Show & Party
April 7
World Health Day
April 9
Palm Sunday
April 11
Passover
Hello Residents,
Spring is here again! With warmer temperatures, it is easier for
us all to get dehydrated. Water is not a magic bullet, but the benefits of staying hydrated are many.
Did you know these facts? Drinking plenty of fluids helps main-
April 14
Good Friday
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Easter Party
April 16
Easter
April 26th
French Crepes All Dolled Up
April 28
Arbor Day
tain the balance of body fluids, control calories, energize muscles, improve kidney functions, keep skin looking good, and
helps maintain bowel function. Keep hydrated by having a beverage with every snack or meal, while choosing beverages you
enjoy and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables with your meals.
We have water coolers outside of each elevator and in the library
for ease and enjoyment.
I hope you stay hydrated and healthy during the warm months!
Chris Terry,
Regional Director of Operations
Regency Retirement Community of Huntsville
Recent Events
Mardi Gras Celebration – February 28th
Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party – March 2nd
Celebrating Mardi Gras in style, the residents of Regency met in the dining room to enjoy the musical
“Green eggs and ham!”....quoted Dr. Seuss. “Green eggs and ham!” So to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday,
styling of the Tea Time Band with Randy Taylor playing jazz music, while savoring Chicken Cordon Bleu
SCALF residents from 2nd and 3rd floors paraded with the Dr. Seuss flags. Immediately following, the se-
and multi-colored King cake for lunch. Donning masks and beads while blowing noisemakers, the residents
niors dined on freshly cooked green eggs and ham, while wearing “Cat in the Hat” hats. Taking pride in the
encouraged the band and sang to the music. Many enjoyed “Hurricanes”, as well. Residents in the Memo-
community, seniors nibbled on their treat as they chatted, forming new friendships and strengthening their
ry Care units also celebrated with festive music and crazy masks and beads. Smiles were seen room-wide!
current bonds. Smiles were seen all around!
What an entertaining day, as we socialized and bonded over food and fun!
Employee of the Year/Month Celebration – March 2nd
St. Patricks’ Day Theme Lunch – March 17th
Opening the Annual Employee of the Year/Month Ceremony, Executive Director Chris Terry recognized the
Corned beef, boiled cabbage, fried potatoes....and green cake! Yum. Yum. Talk about a delicious menu set
employees of the month for the year 2016. Applause was heard throughout the room, as the crowd congratulated those that were awarded. In addition, Richard Wade was honored as 2016 Employee of the Year. To
conclude the ceremony, the owners, Rick and Randy, praised the staff members for an outstanding year and
for their over-and-above attention and love to the residents. What a fantastic way to celebrate those that
work hard to make us great!
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forth by the Dietary Team, as residents gathered together to enjoy the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Wearing sparkly green hats, green beads, and more, the seniors enjoyed their meal surrounded by good friends,
to the tunes of Irish and Celtic music in the dining room. The luncheon was followed by the Patty Murphy
Band and the Irish Rose Dancers in the Sun Room. Moving to the Celtic beat, the pair put on quite the show
amidst applause and appreciative compliments, as they encouraged cultural identity among the seniors.
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Recent Events: Health Care
Victory Voices – February 20th
Legacy of Love Ball – February 23rd
Thank you to the ladies of Victory Voices for beginning our morning with serenity. There were a total of five
With 25 volunteers from Saved in the City, our “Legacy of Love Ball” was an upscale evening event. An
ladies, with one playing the guitar, one singing spiritual music, and the others mingling with the residents.
abundance of family members attended and dressed up their special resident. In the spirit of making mem-
The ministry began with a devotional to help our residents to have a focused mind. The ladies of Victory
ories, residents were given an opportunity to pose for a glamorous photo with a special backdrop. Our vol-
Voices also ministered by offering gifts of designed paper handkerchiefs with hearts to our residents in rec-
unteers took charge by setting up stations for games such as: bingo, puzzles, and greeting card design. The
ognition of Valentine’s Day. Although this was the first time the Victory Voices ministered here, they were
mood was set as music played in the background while there was dancing, snacking and socializing.
well received and scheduled again for next month.
Mardi Gras – February 28th
Regency Health Care & Rehab Center was decorated and employees were dressed to set the atmosphere for Mardi Gras,
also known as Fat Tuesday. Party music was playing throughout the building at times. For lunch, we enjoyed Jambalaya
with rice, catfish and hushpuppies. The celebration continued
with a parade of music, throwing beads, passing of moon
pies, whistles, gold coins and masks. All residents feasted on
traditional King Cake which included ‘finding a baby’ inside.
St. Patrick’s Day – March 17th
For the entire month of March, we celebrated Ireland and Irish heritage. The residents viewed videos of
Ireland showcasing the culture and beautiful countryside. The perfect opportunity for our Lunch Bunch to
experience an Irish restaurant came just days before St. Patrick’s Day. Submerged in the cultural ambiance
of the Irish, the Lunch Bunch enjoyed Reubens and beef stew at The Original Public House. On St. Patrick’s
Day residents enjoyed corned beef and cabbage, and beef stew for lunch. Later they snacked on green cookies and green punch while Larry & Garnetta livened the mood with music.
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Upcoming Events
Every Monday at 1:00 pm
Group Singing –
­ Sunroom
Do you enjoy music? Do you love to raise your voice and sing? If so, come and join the seniors in the Sun
Room every Monday at 1:00 pm. Residents are meeting on a weekly basis to enjoy the golden oldies, while
singing to DVDs, and in an acapella group setting. This is the perfect chance to stimulate your senses and
April 14th at 2:30 pm
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
April 18th & 25th
Lunch Bunch and Supper Club
What could be better than getting candy and Eas-
PF Changs! Texas Roadhouse! Do either of these
ter treats? Doing a scavenger hunt with friends to
sound enticing and delicious? If so, please plan to
find them! On April 14th, the seniors at Regency
join us for Lunch Bunch and/or Supper Club this
will comb the floors with specific tips leading them
month of April. Come! Connect with others, while
to find candy and other assorted goodies for their
you relax to great food and friendly laughter! In ad-
Easter basket. With the added benefit of exercise,
dition, it’s a perfect way to try new food and explore
seniors will burn a few calories to work off the good-
cultural awareness.
ies, while they support each other throughout the
competition, increasing the Regency “team” spirit.
express creativity! Of course, you’ll feel uplifted as you enjoy the musical challenge with friends!
April 26th at 2:30 pm
French Crepes All Dolled Up
April 4th at 1:30 pm
Craft Time - Easter Wreath
April 5th at 2:00 pm
IL Food Show & Party
As spring has finally come to Regency, it’s time to
Do you enjoy trying a wide array of foods? Do you
celebrate the Easter season. Let’s take this perfect
like to try new desserts and main dishes? If so, US
opportunity to create Easter wreaths for our apart-
Foods is coming to Regency on April 5th to set out
ment doors. Each participant will receive a small
a fantastic display of new delights to tickle the taste
wreath to decorate with plastic Easter eggs and
buds. What a great way to sample a new chicken
grass. What a delight it will be to see the creativity
dish, to imbibe in a new sugary snack, or to sample
and community bonding as resident help each other
multiple items, mixing up your lunch menu. Stop by
with their creations!
and see what all the excitement is all about!
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What could be better than fresh crepes, surrounding a sweet pie filling, and topped with sauce and
fresh whipped cream? Perhaps, just the time spent
with friends as you enjoy this delicious treat. Pop in
to the Sun Room and savor this fresh dessert, while
the scents and smells bring stimulation and a sense
of nostalgia.
Save
The
Date
April 21st at 1:30 pm
Comedy Hour & Jokes
Do you love to laugh? Enjoy telling jokes and the
challenge of remembering the punch lines? Love to
lighten your mood with a great comedy movie? If
so, come to the Sun Room and enjoy our first ever
comedy hour. We’ll start by savoring a little “I love
Lucy” followed by residents telling their favorite
jokes to laugher all around. What a fantastic way to
increase self-confidence and assurance!
May 05 — FUNtastic Friday
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Upcoming Events: Health Care
Community Spotlight
Mary Tucker
Ms. Mary has lived at Regency for over 10 years. In fact, she’s coming up on her
11th anniversary soon. To quote her directly, “I love Regency. I shopped around
and decided to live here and I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.”
April 14th
Easter Party
April 28th
Arbor Day
She participates in almost every activity, including all the exercise classes, bin-
Healthcare & Rehab residents will be celebrating
“Character is like a tree and reputation like a shad-
her children were growing up she was a domestic engineer, taking care of them
Easter by coloring Easter eggs, making Easter arts
ow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is
full-time, and working at JC Penney. She also served as a Eucharistic Minister
and crafts, and sharing stories of Easters past.
the real thing.”~ Abraham Lincoln. That quote may
with her husband for the Catholic Church, visiting friends and others in the hospital to practice communion. “I have
Residents will enjoy the fresh air by getting out in
come up as a question in our “Tree-mendous triv-
lived a full life,” she emphasized. “I’ve been very busy and I’m so happy.”
the courtyard for the annual Easter egg hunt. We
ia.” Our residents may enjoy craft fun with trees
will finish the day by celebrating with a party in the
and bushes, or maybe a game of Leaf Bingo. The
Ms. Mary is one of our many smiling faces at Regency with her loving and kind spirit. She’s always engaging and reach-
afternoon and photos with the Easter Bunny.
options are tree-rific!
go, cooking shows, concerts, etc. She has 6 children, 4 girls and 2 boys. She also
has a “bunch” of grandchildren and great grand-children, “A big bunch!” As
ing out to help others, encouraging them on the way. We’re so happy to have Ms. Mary as a part of our Regency family!
Welcome New
R esidents!
E aster Fun Facts
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Eggs have been seen as ancient symbol of fertility, while springtime is considered to bring new life and rebirth.
Sara Spurgeon
Louis Koch
76% of Americans think the ears of a chocolate bunny should be
the first to be eaten.
Mary Wallace
Egg dyes were once made out of natural items such as onion
peels, tree bark, flower petals, and juices.
Mary White
Mattie Pool
April 20th
Courtyard Spring Picnic
Throughout April
April Entertainment
Who doesn’t love a picnic on a warm spring day?
Our entertainment agenda for April includes:
Our residents will be able to enjoy an outdoor
14th: Larry Wright & Garnetta Bayless
Resident
17th: Michael Havron’s Memory Lane Music
Anthony Ray
Apr. 1
Doris Butler
Apr. 19
Alma Peck
Apr. 22
Tabitha Sadler
Apr. 8
Eugenia Chisholm
Apr. 5
Mary Sonnenburg
Apr. 18
Bach Ngoc Truong
Apr. 9
Georgia Colwell
Apr. 3
Rachel Tanley
Apr. 15
Michelle Woods
Apr. 20
Virginia Davis
Apr. 16
Marjorie Ward
Apr. 8
Curtis Price
Apr. 21
Wayne Jackson
Apr. 6
Evalyn Watters
Apr. 15
Louis Lanza
Apr. 1
Helen Webster
Apr. 18
Rosemary Lee
Apr. 21
picnic in the courtyard with the traditional picnic
fare of hot dogs, potato salad, watermelon, cold
drinks and more! Now all we need is a warm, dry
22nd: Huntsville Traditional Music Association
spring day and hopefully Mother Nature will ac-
26th: Wolfgang Moritz with Music Straight
commodate our plans.
from the Heart
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Happy Birthday!
Employee
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Just for Fun
Community Spotlight: Health Care
Word Find
Happy Birthday!
Resident
Employee
Jacqueline Sanderson
Apr. 02
Shantelle Prater
Apr. 12
John Adams
Apr. 05
Tyrone Wilson
Apr. 14
Amanda Solway
Apr. 05
Yvette Young
Apr. 16
Harriette Oswald Apr. 17
Tammy Davis
Apr. 07
Terry Scott
Apr. 18
Apr. 27
Meltrica Burt
Apr. 10
Erica Crawford
Apr. 20
Natasha Robinson
Apr. 10
Amber Williamson
Apr. 22
Priscilla Smith
Apr. 11
Penelope McClennan
Apr. 23
Lavonia Lee
Apr. 07
Elizabeth Haynes Apr. 11
Marguerite Hill
Ann Richard
Apr. 13
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Cross-Word
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2. In the US, only 12 of the 50 states recognize
______ _______ as a holiday.
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originated in ________. It involves using wax and
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4. Workers in Birmingham, who make the famous
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7. The tallest Easter egg chocolate was made in ______
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Thank You,
for your outstanding service & care!
Employee of the Year
Employee of the Month
Richard Wade
Tonyia Smith
Richard was selected as
Mrs. Tonyia has been a
Employee of the Year because
Regency member for 22
of his dedication to the resi-
years in August. She is a
dents and winning attitude.
CNA in Assisted Living.
He goes out of his way to assist
Tonyia has been married
seniors and their families, as
for 23 years, and enjoys
well as employees. Richard
loving on her four kids and
is an asset to RRV, serving since 2009 in the mainte-
five grandchildren. Tonyia loves to laugh and to
nance division. He takes on extra jobs to help out and
have fun, lifting spirits around her. Her winning
goes over and above his assigned duties in mainte-
personality and open display of affection draws
nance. Richard is a vital piece of the RRV family here
both the residents and the staff to 4th floor.
in Huntsville and a welcoming face throughout the
Congratulations, Tonyia! We are so proud to have
building. RRV is honored to have him!
you as a member of our team!
Health Care Employee of the Month
DeAnn Marbury
DeAnn Marbury has effectively served as a CNA for Regency for over four years, and
has been a CNA for 18 years. DeAnn is known to treat our residents as if they were a
part of her family. Always knowledgeable about her residents and exceeding expectations, she has pleased an abundance of residents and family members. Due to her
great service skills she has recently accepted a dual role in the position of Concierge
/ Restorative. While still using her CNA skills she plays a large role in the admission
process and sets up all pre-ordered meals for the rehabilitation patients.
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