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September 4, 2020 | 4:30 pm |
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The Beacon Hill Weekly Rundown |
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The Executive Order on restricted visitation was extended to September 30th.
Across our entire campus, including independent living, visiting hours are restricted to essential medical personnel only.
Have questions, or need more information? Please visit our COVID-19 page or call our designated hotline at: (616) 734-9544
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Loneliness is an epidemic. An article, published in 2019, on the Health Resources and Services Administration website says, “43% of seniors feel lonely on a regular basis and there is a 45% increased risk of mortality in seniors who report feeling lonely.”
Chaplain Travis suggests more ways we can continue to build connections in his latest blog
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Welcome New Beacon Hill Team Members! |
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Shelby Peterson -
Wellness Coordinator
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Next week we welcome our new Wellness Coordinator, Shelby Peterson, to the Beacon Hill Team. Shelby will start at Beacon Hill next Wednesday. A graduate of Cornerstone University, Shelby holds a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science. For the past 5 years, she has shared her passion for health and wellness through certified person training and group fitness instruction. Shelby believes that exercise is a life-long behavior and finding a routine that is fun and emphasizes each individual’s need is her goal. She loves sports, spending time at the beach, and taking her dog, Titan, to his favorite hiking spot! |
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Erica Reynolds -
Human Resources Manager
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We are excited to introduce Erica Reynolds, who has joined our team as our Human Resources Manager. Erica is a Grand Valley State University graduate with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism. She is passionate about helping people and loves cultivating a five star customer experience. She became a certified Professional in Human Resources in 2018. |
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Erica will be supporting the employees at Beacon Hill by managing the recruitment and orientation process, overseeing our benefit programs, promoting training and development and providing guidance and support for employee relations. Erica is married to her husband Joe and has two kids, Adrienne, 8 and Finn, 3. When not at work Erica enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, dancing, and reading. |
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Spiritual Care at Beacon Hill Presents
Present to God: Christian Mindfulness Workshop
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Tuesday September 8, 3:00 PM - Session 1:
The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to increase in anxiety and depression among adults of all ages. One key way to cope with the added stress is to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is the intentional practice of being open to the present moment. Mindfulness practices are often best experienced when guided by a professional. Join Dr. Irene Kraegel as she leads us in the mindfulness practice of the body scan. There is no preparation required, but if you are reading her book, she encourages a review of chapters 1-3. Chaplain Travis looks forward to seeing you there.
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Enter password Beacon to join
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Independent Living Residents can join us in the Auditorium and Community Room for a live-screening of the workshop. Sign up with the Concierge. |
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St. Cecilia Music Center Virtual Jazz Series |
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One of the ways SCMC plans to plan to bring the music to you this fall is through a five-concert virtual jazz series.
Beginning September 10 and running through November 4, SCMC will offer five FREE live-stream concerts through our Facebook page and YouTube Channel. All residents can tune in at 7pm to hear these great Michigan jazz pianists every other week in the comfort of your own home.
Independent Living Residents can join us in the Auditorium and Community Room for a live-screening of these concerts. Sign up with the Concierge.
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JOHN PROULX
Thursday, September 10
Originally from Grand Rapids, John is currently living in Los Angeles where he is a lecturer at Cal State Long Beach and Cal Poly Pomona. John is a recording artist, with four albums to his credit. In addition to touring with his own trio, John has performed with the likes of Anita O'Day, Natalie Cole, Melissa Manchester, and Marian McPartland. He is also a Grammy-winning composer.
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XAVIER DAVIS
Thursday, September 24
Xavier Davis' professional career as a jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter brought Xavier to New York, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.
Today, Xavier is one of the most accomplished jazz pianists worldwide. Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that.
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Next Week is Occupations Week
A list of activities will be distributed to our 1845 residents this afternoon.
Assisted Living Residents are invited to join in for Hallway Chair Resistance Exercises next week.
Ground Floor: Wednesdays & Fridays at 3:30pm
1st Floor: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3:00pm
2nd Floor: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 2:00pm
3rd Floor: Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30am
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Weekly Challenges
Residents will compete in various popular activities! Spaces are limited to 9 people. Times of the challenges are listed below. Please sign up at the concierge desk.
Bocce Ball with Terdoo - Monday, September 7 | 10:00 AM
in the Auditorium
Croquet - Wednesday, September 9 | 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM
at the Sport Court
Golf Putting - Friday, September 11 | 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
in the Auditorium
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Grand Rapids Symphony Pop Up Concert | Thursday September 10
Enjoy an intimate mini concert performed by the GR Symphony's Horn Quartet! Performances will take place on the front lawn of Beacon Hill at Eastgate.
1:00 pm B Wing Front Lawn
2:00 pm A Wing Front Lawn.
We kindly ask that A & B Wing residents whose apartments face the front lawn to enjoy the concerts from their balconies.
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Labor Day Dinner Menu
We will be featuring a special dinner menu for the Labor Day Holiday!
Beer Steamed Brats: Stadium Style Brats steamed in a Michigan Lager. Topped with caramelized onions and yellow mustard.
Blue Cheese-Bacon Burger: Char-grilled burger patties, topped with crispy bacon, blue cheese, lettuce, tomato and red onion. Served on a toasted brioche bun.
Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwich: Grilled chicken breast, smothered in BBQ sauce. Topped with melted Gouda cheese, and zesty cole slaw. Served on a toasted brioche bun.
Sides: Crispy French Fries
Creamy Mexican corn salad
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Garden Cafe Special Weekend Hours |
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The Garden Cafe will be closed all day on Saturday, September 5 and Monday, September 7 |
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Menu for week of September 7th
Monday 09/07
Café Closed in Observance of Labor Day
Tuesday 09/08
Lunch: Steak Fajitas Served with Tortilla Chips and Salsa
Dinner: Caramelized Onion, Blue Cheese and Beef Tip Flatbread Pizza
Wednesday 09/09
Lunch: Avocado Toast—Toasted Ancient Grain Bread with Avocado Mash, Garden Heirloom Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella
Dinner: House Made Orecchiette Pasta with Classic Bolognese Sauce
Thursday 09/10
Lunch: Everything Bagel Sandwich with Honey Roasted Turkey, Veggie Cream Cheese Spread, Local Greens, Garden Heirloom Tomatoes and Gruyere
Dinner: Cioppino--Seafood Stew Featuring Mussels, Clams, Leeks, Redskin Potatoes, and Tomatoes in Saffron Broth, Served with Grilled Baguette
Friday 09/11
Lunch: Veal Piccata paired with a Petite Side Salad
Saturday 09/12
Lunch: Chef’s Choice Special
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As always, thank you to everyone for making Beacon Hill a safe, healthy and wonderful place for our residents to live. |
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Please contact our COVID-19 hotline for any questions or concerns: (616) 734-9544
Beacon Hill has been and will continue to follow all Kent County, Region VI Coalition, CMS, CDC, and government guidelines related to COVID-19.
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For more information, contact Beacon Hill at Eastgate
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