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We are so grateful to everyone who donated in
response to our October fundraising letter.
Thanks for supporting the Episcopal Home and
standing with us on behalf of our residents.
Our request for a
Thanksgiving offering
is coming soon
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another opportunity for you to help provide for our residents who can no longer afford the full cost
of room and board.
If you belong to a parish in our diocese, look for
bulletin inserts and envelopes at your church.
Otherwise, just drop your gift in the mail. You can find our mailing address at the bottom of this page.
We hope you'll remember us in your holiday giving.
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"It's not how much we give,
but how much love we put into giving."
-Mother Teresa
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Residents
November 9 - Dolores
November 12 - Juanita
Staff
November 12 - Jen
November 18 - Mary Grace
November 20 - Tammy
November 29 - Lois
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Emily Wagner
Pleasant
Skilled
Adaptable
Proactive
Capable
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these are words that EH Administrator Mary Grace Shearer used to describe Emily Wagner, our student intern for this semester. Emily is a senior at Shippensburg University who is majoring in social work, with a minor in gerontology. In addition to her work at the EH, she is enrolled in three classes and works the desk in the Office of Social Equity on campus. It is important to her that she is engaged in helping others. Her future plans include earning a master’s degree in social work, and ultimately, a career as a social worker in a healthcare setting.
Mary Grace is helping Emily learn about regulatory and compliance laws and procedures that govern personal care facilities in Pennsylvania. She also assists Vivian with daily activities for the residents. She has coordinated a field trip to the Fashion Archives at SU, and brings her cat, Cali, to visit those residents who enjoy spending time with a furry friend. Additionally, Emily runs a discussion group on Thursday evenings, engaging residents in topics that promote involvement, reflection, and self-esteem.
Emily is enthusiastic about her work here. She enjoys working with an older generation. She frequently drops in on residents just to chat. Emily emphasizes that it is important to recognize those who have touched so many others in their lives. She especially admires staff interaction with residents. She is impressed with how well staff and residents "know each other like family.” Smiling, Emily says, “They really do put the ‘personal’ in personal care.”
"It's amazing to view history though the residents' eyes."
-Emiiy Wagner
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The quilters at St. Andrew's
(Ship)
will raffle off this year's masterpiece on December 4 - just in time for the holidays!
Hand quilted
Queen Size
Tickets are only $1.00 each
This is an easy way to help our residents
and you may be the lucky winner!
See any quilter, or contact us at:
(717) 532-4612
or
episcopalhome@comcast.net
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Cali the cat, longtime companion of Emily Wagner, came to visit. Cali was on her best behavior, and seemed to enjoy spending time with our residents as much as they enjoyed meeting her.
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"Time spent with cats is never wasted."
-Sigmund Freud
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A Major Upgrade
Our automatic door openers have been installed and are fully operational
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Thanks to a grant and some generous donations, this long-awaited upgrade has finally become a reality. Now, residents and staff assisting them, can enter and exit the building safely and conveniently.
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The refurbishing of our activity room is nearly complete. We're just waiting for the arrival of the chairs that some of you so generously funded.
The ceiling has been repaired and resurfaced. Fresh paint and new chair rail have transformed the walls. New carpet has been installed. A new TV console, floor screen, wall clock and curtains were donated by good friends of the Home. Several of you sent donations to help defray the cost. Our handyman Keith (above, left) spent many hours of hard work transforming this space that is used by our residents every day.
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A floor screen masks an unsightly corner, and a large wall clock makes it easy to see the time. Below, new curtains filter light and add softness.
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A vintage-style TV console enables easy viewing and provides a place to stash AV components.
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Thanks to everyone who contributed to creating this fresh, pleasant space for our residents to enjoy
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Field Trip!
Our student intern, Emily, arranged a field trip to the Fashion Archive at Shippensburg University.
The ladies enjoyed viewing the garments, and commenting on styles they remember.
Dolly is holding a pattern envelope. She has a particular interest in fashion. She used to work for Vogue in New York City.
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Our Volunteers Are The Best
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"There's nothing stronger than the heart
of a volunteer."
-James Doolittle
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During this season of thanks, we want to give a shout out to
all
of our volunteers. We count them among our greatest blessings.
These gracious folks share their time and talents with our
residents and brighten their days.
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Dr. Craig Jurgensen has been a faithful volunteer.
He arrives monthly to entertain our residents. Whether playing the piano or the ukulele, his visits are always a treat. Dr. Jurgensen is a retired neurologist, a world traveler, and a member of St. John's Episcopal Church, Carlisle.
According to our activities director, Vivian, Dr. Jurgensen does more than just entertain. He engages residents - often one on one - so that they become part of the event. Vivian remarks that he has a vast knowledge of history and music history, and describes him as "a walking encyclopedia."
Dr. Jurgensen's next visit will be on November 16, at 1:30.
Dan is planning to come along as well, so it will be double the fun. Feel free to drop in and enjoy the show!
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Dr. Jurgenson's sidekick, Dan, joined him on a recent visit.
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Episcopal Home of the Diocese of Central Pennsylvania is to enhance personal care to residents, their families and that community that enhance physical, intellectual, social,
and spiritual wellbeing.
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