Sophia Snow Place
JULY
2013
1205 -1215 Centre Street West Roxbury, MA 02132 * (617) 325 - 7900
Declaring Independence
Sophia Snow Place has its
roots in the charitable spirit
of the nineteenth-century
Boston. In 1856, a group of
civic-minded citizens raised
money to operate and
maintain the Roxbury Home
for Aged Women. In 1962,
after a century of care, the
home was relocated and
renamed Sophia Snow House,
in honor of Sophia Snow.
Today, the parent company,
the Roxbury Home for Aged
Women, has affiliated
organizations: Snow House &
Snow Place. These non-profit
organizations continue their
mission to provide comfort,
companionship and security
in a warm, homelike
environment for seniors.
On July 4, America celebrates Independence Day,
commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of
Independence and the United States’ separation from
Great Britian. Technically the separation of America’s
thirteen colonies from Great Britain occurred on July 2,
1776, after the Second Continental Congress voted for
independence. Two days later the Declaration of
Independence was approved. Ironically, Thomas
Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence,
said to his wife, “The second day of July 1776 will be the
most memorable epoch in the history of America.” He
was just two days off.
Join us in the Great Room for an afternoon of
patriotism, music, refreshments & more while we
celebrate Independence Day! All are encouraged to
wear their patriotic attire for the chance to win a
prize!
Tuesday, July 2nd at 2:00 p.m.
In the Great Room
Attention:
The Blue Hills Bank will be here
on Tuesday, July 2 at 1:30 pm
until 2:30 pm in the Private
Dining Room
Please note on the monthly
calendar that due to the
holiday, the shopping trip to
CVS(Centre St) that normally
occurs on Thursday will be on
Wednesday, July 3rd
at 9:30 a.m.
Please remember to sign up in
the Activity Book.
The shopping trip on Friday
(July 5) afternoon has been
cancelled.
We apologize for any
inconvenience this may cause!
This Month’s Documentary:
Modern Marvels:
Independence Day
Beyond the barbecues and
fireworks, this documentary delves
into the history and traditions of
the Fourth of July. The occasion
dates back to America's first
Independence Day celebration,
which took place after the
Declaration of Independence was
read in Philadelphia in 1776.
Although parties have taken place
every year since, July 4 wasn't
declared a holiday until 1941. Learn
more facts and see footage from
festivities around the country.
About 50 minutes long
Taxi Coupons will be sold
Friday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m. in
the Private Dining Room
Wednesday, July 3
4:00 p.m.
In the Great Room
Join Author Donald L. Brown as he comes to
share his story from his memoir,
“The Morphine Dream”
At age thirty six, Donald L. Brown has resigned himself to being a “complete
loser.” A high-school dropout and a failed professional ball player, he was now
a laborer. When severely injured in an industrial accident, he was told he
would never walk again. His second marriage crumbled and his wife left him.
He was considering suicide as his remaining option.
But Brown had a dream while on morphine for the pain from the accident. He
imagined himself graduating from Harvard Law School, and walking across
America. Of course, everyone told him he was crazy, but he took the dream to
heart nonetheless.
“The Morphine Dream” is Brown’s intriguing tale of his long walk – both
physical and metaphorical- to achieving his goals. But this is not just the
conventional story of a man who defeated unsurmountable odds.
Come and listen to an amazing story of one man’s loss and gain, hope, and the
revealing of an unexpected calling.
Monday, July 8th at 4:00 p.m.
In the Great Room
Reflexology Clinic
Do not miss this opportunity to enjoy 30 minutes of
Reflexology Session (Hand and Feet Massage) and learn about what massage and
reflexology can do for seniors.
All our Massage Therapists are Certified, Insured and Specialize in Elderly Care.
All Massages are performed while clients stay fully dressed
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
From 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. in the Exercise Room
Cost: $30.00 for a 30 minute session.
LIMITED SPACE – Please sign up in the “Perfectly Balanced Life” Book,
located next to the mailboxes.
Hydration Workshop
The new summer season is upon us, and the sunny days and warm weather have
drawn many to spend their time outdoors. But seniors need to take special
precautions to make sure their enjoyment of summer is not eclipsed by the pain of
sunburn or the harmful effects of dehydration and heat illness. Physical changes
that come with aging make older adults more vulnerable to summer’s heat and
humidity.
Join speaker Laurie Blake from Home Instead Senior Care for a fun and
interactive workshop on summer safety and hydration for seniors.
Tuesday, July 9th at 2:00 p.m. in the Great Room
July 2013
Shopping Trip to…
Trip to
Bubbling Brook
for Ice Cream
Dollar Tree is a chain of stores that
sells general merchandise for $1.00
(or less). Items include party supplies,
things for the house, seasonal items,
toiletries, cleaning supplies, etc.
Don’t miss out on these prices!
Thursday, July 11th at 9:30 a.m.
Please remember to sign up in the
Activity Book.
Outdoor Evening
Concert with Bill
Burke
Come and enjoy an evening
of great music with Singer
Bill Burke.
Thursday, July 11, at
6:30 p.m.
In the Backyard*
*weather permitting (if weather is
not good, will be in the Great Room)
On Monday, July 15,
we will be taking a
trip on the van to
Bubbling Brook in
Westwood for
afternoon ice cream!
We will be leaving
around 3:15 p.m.
Please sign up with
Shauna or Fiamma if
you would like to go!
Tea and Talk
With
Learn about a brand new transportation service to
maintain your active lifestyle
• has been designed to meet the safety, independence and dignity needs of seniors
• is part of a national non-profit model that mobilizes the community as Members
and Volunteer drivers and increases the supply of affordable transportation
• is available 24/7 to help local citizens maintain good health and by keeping
medical appointments and having easy access to leisure and cultural activities
Understand the value of becoming a volunteer driver
• Men and women are living longer and enjoying better health into their later years
• Retirement has become an extremely active phase of life allowing many seniors to
finally devote time to causes and interests that have previously taken a backseat
• ITN, the Independent Transportation Network, can match your feel-good interest.
You might find it both stimulating and satisfying.
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Learn about our CarTrade Program
 trade your car in for rides!
• Your car means independence. But what if you haven’t actually driven in many
months or no longer have the ability to drive safely?
• The reassurance of knowing your car is in the driveway can become expensive.
Insurance alone costs several hundred dollars a year, and unlike a home, an
automobile depreciates in value.
• So every day your car sits in the driveway, it’s worth less.
Meet ITN’s Executive Director – Jean Patel Bushnell and learn more about the value of the
Independent Transportation Network for you and your
community.
Wednesday, July 17th at 2:00 p.m. in the Great Room
Sophia Snow Place
Family Night
You and two guests are cordially
invited to join us for an evening of
food, fun, and music.
Wednesday, July 17th
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Parking is available at Anunciation
Church on the VFW Parkway –
shuttle service provided!
July 2013
Only Joking
Outdoor Social
We all need a few laughs now and then –
laughter is the best medicine. Come
outside in the backyard to have a few
refreshments and a lot of laughs!
All are encouraged to bring jokes to
share!
Thursday, July 18th at 2:00
In the back yard, weather
permitting, or in the Great
Room
Trip to Castle Island
Join us for a walk around the
Island, and be sure to bring
money for food at Sullivan’s!
Tuesday, July 30
Van will leave around 11:30 a.m.
Please remember to sign up with
Shauna or Fiamma!
Trip to the Christmas
Tree Shops
Thursday, July 25
at 9:30 a.m.
Please sign up with
Shauna or Fiamma if you
would like to go!
Classic Commercial Hour
Remember watching television way back
when? Do you remember any of the ads you
used to see on TV? Join us for an afternoon
of fun and reminiscing as we watch a
collection of old commercials from way
back when! See if you remember!
Wednesday, July 31st at 2:30 p.m.
In the Great Room
Postage
Information
Sophia Snow Place
1205 -1215 Centre Street
West Roxbury, MA 02132
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Sophia Snow Place Staff
Coming Soon:
Judy Jose-Roddy: Executive Director
Robert Swan: Maintenance Director
Jean Yin: Office Manager
 Forum with the
Genry Cerrato: Dietary Manager
Joan Hurley: Nursing Supervisor
Mayoral Candidates
Carmen Occon: Housekeeping Super.
Judy Dovev: Marketing Coordinator
Shauna Bennett: Activities
Coordinator
Andrea Nason: Administrative
Assistant
 Barn Babies
 Art Matters