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A Message From Michelle
Happy June everybody! So hard to believe that this year is officially half way through the history books!
My message this month was inspired by a recent Rotary club meeting. For those of you that may not be aware, Rotary International was started in 1905 by Paul Harris, an attorney in Chicago with the vision of forming a group of "professionals with diverse backgrounds that could exchange ideas, form meaningful, lifelong friendships and give back to their communities". It grew into an organization widely recognized and praised throughout the world and is best known for their efforts in the eradication of polio; their motto being "Service Above Self".
But while that is incredibly impressive, it's the small acts of kindness and generosity that can make such a difference. I have been a member of the local Newtown Rotary Club for over 10 years and it's truly one of the best parts of my life; personally and professionally. I have formed those "friendships" as Paul Harris hoped buy in the meanwhile, been a part of a group that through small acts of compassion has made a significant difference in the lives of others. We have a literacy project that provides every 3rd grader in the Council Rock school district with their own dictionary; we collect bicycles and sewing machines each year to ship overseas helping families become more economically independent; we collect food for local food banks, beautify a local highway, and give donations to local non-profits. We help host a brunch each year on Christmas morning for many who are homeless or alone and aging.
The Newtown Rotary hosts an annual Golf Outing and I am humbled that Pickering Manor is the recipient of those proceeds. With the help and support of Susan DeLuca, our Development Director, we are able to raise money to help with special projects that directly benefit our residents. Our annual Outing is being held in 2 weeks on June 19th at the Trenton Country Club. So please, whether you golf or whether you support, please consider the opportunity to help us continue the mission of both Rotary and Pickering Manor!
We are filled with gratitude for the amazing support and thank the Newtown Rotary club for helping us make a difference!!
And.....Happy Father's Day to all our dads, grandfathers and men who stand as role models for all of us!
Michelle Knobloch
Executive Director
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Pickering Apartment Resident Receives George School Distinguished Service Award
Dorothy "Dottie" Detwiler, longtime resident of Pickering Manor Apartments and volunteer, was recently recognized by the George School for her years of dedication and service. On May 6, 2017, Dottie was presented with the Distinguished Service Award at a ceremony during George School's Alumni Day. Dottie spent 45 years as a math instructor at George School, and was also the school's registrar form 1981 until her retirement in 1997. After retirement, Dottie's service continues even today as a volunteer in the Advancement Office, now going on 20 plus years! The Distinguished Service Award has only been presented four times since its first offering in 2009. This is a true testament of Dottie's commitment to the George School, where she has been involved for 65 years!
Congratulations Dottie from everyone at Pickering Manor!
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INDEPENDENT LIVING OPEN HOUSE
Join us on Sunday, June 25th from 1-4 p.m. for an Independent Living Open House. See why Pickering Manor's Cottage Living is the premier choice in Senior Living!
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Personal Care Residents Hold Annual Art Show
Our talented Personal Care residents have been creating stunning masterpieces! The Art was on display June 1st in the social room. Karen, our PC Activities Assistant, has been introducing several different styles and mediums of art to the residents. You can see from the photos how talented they are!!
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Pickering Manor Social Services Director
Earns Scholarship
Meri Barboni, Director of Social Services of Pickering Manor, has received a scholarship from LeadingAge PA, a trade association representing Pennsylvania not-for-profit organizations that provide housing, healthcare and community services primarily to the elderly. The $1,000 scholarship will be used toward Meri's education to become a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer through The Beacon Institute. Meri received one of only 5 non-nursing scholarships for 2017.
Congratulations, Meri!
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Pickering Garden Springs to Life!
Despite the late "warming up" this spring, our Pickering Garden is thriving! Cucumbers, zucchini, tomatoes and peppers have been planted, and we can't wait until harvest!
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Seminar on Grief and Loss
VITAS Healthcare presents Grief, Loss and Bereavement with Chaplain Kimani Davis,
Thursday June 22, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Pickering Manor in the Living Room.
Enlightening presentation on Grief and Loss, Specific types of loss and its relationship to grief/ Discussing risk factors, symptoms and interventions for complicated grief, Identifying emotional, spiritual, and physical effects and ways to assist the bereaved.
Space is limited! Call Inna at 215-968-3878 ext. 1075 to reserve your seat!
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Does Your Employer Match Gifts?
Double the impact of your gift....check with your employer to see if they have a Matching Gift Program! Call our Development Department at 215-968-3878 ext. 1112 with questions!
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If you would like to donate an iPod shuffle, iTunes gift card, or make a monetary donation, you can drop it off at Pickering Manor's front desk or contact Susan DeLuca, Director of Development at 215-968-3878, or
sdeluca@pickeringmanor.org
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About Pickering Manor
Located in Newtown, PA, Pickering Manor is a non-profit senior-living facility offering 10 semi-detached cottages, 24 apartments, 22 private personal care rooms and 47 licensed skilled nursing beds. Pickering was founded in 1963 and is the only community-owned and operated senior residence in Pennsylvania. For more information about Pickering Manor visit:
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