~ October 5 ~
October Newsletter 2016
Are You Registered To Vote?
~ October 6 ~
Oktoberfest in Cullman
~ October 7 ~
Men’s Breakfast
~ October 11 ~
Autumn Pontoon Ride
~ October 17 ~
Civil War Presentation
~ October 21 ~
The Great Pumpkin Patch Trip
~ October 25 ~
Halloween with Quinton
~ October 26 ~
Children Trick or Treating
Hello Residents,
I feel fall in the air, how about you? Football season is upon us.
We have a lot of great rivalries to be proud of in the South. (War
R EGE NC Y STA F F
Chris Blackerby,
Executive Director
Ebony Clark,
Eagle!)
I look forward to joining the men for our Men’s Breakfast on Friday, October 7th.
Director of Nursing
Karmen Nichols,
Reflections Unit Coordinator
Laura Dooley,
Thanks for everyone who participated in the National Assisted
Living Week. Debbie had a lot of great entertainment and fun for
all.
Business Manager
Kelli Skinner,
Community Consultant
Austin Connor,
I hope you have a great month.
Chris Blackerby,
Executive Director
Director of Dietary
Chris Goodwin,
Maintenance Director
Debbie Jenkins,
Activity Director
Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham
Recent Events
Ladies Night Out
Cullman Spirit Singers
Our first Ladies Night Out was such a huge success! Thank you ladies for your support! We had a wonderful
Did you know talent is all around us? Regency welcomed the Spirit Singers from the Cullman Senior Cen-
time eating and enjoying one another’s company. The restaurant of choice was Applebee’s in Homewood.
ter. They sang a lot of old gospel hymns. Some of the hymns took us back to our younger years, and we sang
We will schedule this fun event again in the very near future. Ladies, be thinking of another restaurant.
along with them. Great memories and great singing!
Cool Treats With Quinton
Cafe Regency
Quinton McDonald is a friend to Regency! Not only does he provide a beauty salon for us, he also supplies
We ended National Assisted Living Week in a big way! The dining room was moved upstairs to the living
ice cream and snow cones on a warm September’s day.
area and PRESTO... Cafe Regency! Our residents were treated to a wonderful meal prepared by Chef Austin and his crew. Kelli provided a treat for each resident, plus a drawing for a gift basket. Congratulations
Quinton is not stopping there! Join him on Tuesday, October 25 from 10:00 am to noon for his
to Susan Friday for being the lucky winner! Choko Aiken tickled the ivories and sang while the residents
annual Halloween Party. It will be held between the two buildings at the gazebo. He will have Halloween
enjoyed their meal. Thank you to all for a wonderful week!
treats and a lot of spooky inflatables! Everyone is invited, so mark your calendar!
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Upcoming Events
Thursday, October 6th
Oktoberfest In Cullman
Monday, October 17th
Civil War Presentation
Friday, October 21st
The Great Pumpkin Patch Trip
Mark your calendar to hear Author, John Bush pres-
Are you ready for the sights and smells of the Great
ent his book, “Patriots and Rebels.” John will shine
Pumpkin Patch? If you are, join us as we head to
the light on aspects of the Civil War largely neglect-
Hayden to take it all in. A hayride to the patch, pet-
ed in historical fiction. The story is told from the
ting zoo, crafts, sweets and lots more. We will leave
experiences of Tom, a Union soldier from Alabama.
at 12:30 pm and be back by dinner. Please sign up.
Wednesday, October 26th
Trick-or-Treating Children
Thursday, October 27th
Jimmy Leslie Art Show
Every October, we invite the Homewood Church
Did you know that Regency has a resident artist?
of Christ children over to trick or treat. Candy and
Yes, Jimmy Leslie in Berkshire. Jimmy will display
smiles are exchanged, and the costumes are great
his works of art at 3:30 pm in Berkshire’s lobby. A
too. Watch for the details. If you would like to help
little known secret: You just might have an art piece
provide candy, please no nuts because some chil-
of Jimmy’s in your refrigerator. If you know what it
dren are allergic to them. Bags can be turned in at
is, shhhhhh — don’t tell anyone!
Fall is here, and you know what that means— festivals! You are invited to be a part of Senior Day at Cullman’s Oktoberfest. We will leave at 9:15 am. There will be entertainment and BINGO with 600 of your
dearest senior friends. Lunch will be provided. Don’t forget to sign up!
Thursdays in October
Bible Blessings
Monday, October 10th
Autumn Pontoon Ride
You are invited to Bible Blessings every Thursday.
If you missed the last pontoon ride, don’t miss this
We have pastors and volunteers bringing a devo-
one! We have a wonderful time! This 9:00 am trip
tion every week. We are happy to welcome Rev.
will be a little cooler, the leaves will be changing
Drew Ramsay from Shades Mountain Independent
colors, and we want YOU to be a part of the fun.
Church to speak in Berkshire. Check out the calen-
Chef Austin will provide lunch again. Who wants to
dar for a list of times and speakers. All faiths are
pilot the boat? Please sign up.
the front desk to Talulah or Debbie.
welcomed!
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Save
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Date
October 5th — Are You Registered To Vote?
2pm Somerset
3pm Berkshire
If you are interested in voting in the presidential election, you must be registered
to vote. Drop by and make sure you name is on the Jefferson County register.
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Community Spotlight
Just for Fun
Word Find
Eugene Hafner
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Halloween Fun Facts
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Ireland is typically believed to be the birthplace of Halloween.
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The word “witch” comes from the Old English wicce, meaning “wise woman.”
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According to Irish legend, Jack O’Lanterns are named after a stingy man named Jack who, because he tricked
the devil several times, was forbidden entrance into both heaven and hell. He was condemned to wander the
Earth, waving his lantern to lead people away from their paths.
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The largest pumpkin ever measured was grown by Norm Craven, who broke the world record in 1993 with a 836
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Resident
HALLOWEEN
HAUNTEDHOUSE
JACKOL ANTERN
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3. Drinks blood by night to survive.
4. Pirates use this on their flag.
Employee
Carolyn Rogers
Oct. 3
Pamela Crumpton
Oct. 3
Pete Thompson
Oct. 10
Sandra Carter Robertson
Oct. 6
Dorothy Strange
Oct. 11
Kimberly Brown
Oct. 10
Mary Thomas
Oct. 18
Kelli Skinner
Oct. 17
Lillian Souleotes
Oct. 20
Sheila Pullom
Oct. 19
Don Wood
Oct. 21
Felicia Sims
Oct. 21
Martha Lupton
Oct. 22
Jaleesa Cannon
Oct. 25
Stella Stazweski
Oct. 22
Bridgette Ellington
Oct. 29
Don McCay
Oct. 28
Jean Brannon
Oct. 31
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7. A house with a ghost is ___________.
Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham
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Thank You,
for your outstanding service & care!
Employee of the Year
Employee of the Month
Karmen Nichols
Dora Preyer
Karmen goes above and
Dora is the proud mom of
beyond what is required of
one daughter and four sons!
her, and that is just one rea-
She grew up in Birmingham
son she is our Employee of
in the Ensley area. Dora
the Year. She chose nursing
has been in the healthcare
because she enjoys working
industry for four years.
with the geriatric residents.
Anyone will tell you Dora is
Karmen’s greatest joy is helping her residents and
caring and easygoing. She loves to share her love
seeing their smiling faces. She displays compas-
with the residents in Assisted Living and Memory
sion, kindness and knowledge every day in our
Care. Congratulations and thank you for all that
Reflections Unit. Thank you for your dedication
you do, Dora!
and love for those you serve and to those you work
alongside. Congratulations, Karmen!
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