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SUMMER 2022 ALL SEASONS SENIOR ACTIVITY GUIDE

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Message from Executive Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Get To Know Your Life Enrichment Team. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Signature Music Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 & 5 New! Artist-In-Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Monthly Music Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Art Classes and Workshops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Fitness Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Lifelong Learning Highlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11 Community Events – Get Involved! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Pub Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Featured Outings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 On The Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Resident Referral Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Notable Days & Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Culinary Adventures July. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Culinary Adventures August. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Culinary Adventures September . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Favorite Memories from Last Quarter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 From Our Residents Testimonials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Resident Poetry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 CareMerge Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Philanthropy Spotlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Designing All Seasons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Wellness Corner: Music and the Mind. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

MESSAGE FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ART MARTIN

One of the privileges I enjoy while serving as your Executive Director at All Seasons Oro Valley, is learning about each of you, meeting your families and loved ones, and listening to your life stories and experiences. In kind, I would like to take this opportunity to tell you a little bit about myself and what life enrichment programs I am most excited for coming to the community in the future months.

Health and we moved to Tucson where we have been ever since. I also completed my MBA at the University of Arizona’s Eller College. I have since sworn off further degree programs… I have worked in the senior living industry my entire time in Arizona with stints in hospice, working for the Department of Health Services as an inspector, and then moving onto management roles such as my position here at All Seasons Oro Valley. As some of you might know, I was with Handmaker for fifteen years.

Our Life Enrichment Program at All Seasons Oro Valley has a lot to offer this quarter. I encourage you all to join us at our signature performances I was raised in the farmland of Essex County, by pianist Khris Dodge on July 21st and guitarist Ontario and completed my Bachelor’s of Eduardo Costa scheduled for August 9th. We Science in Nursing while attending Wayne State will be hosting events such as a paired wine University in Detroit, Michigan. During my time at dinner that I know Chef Robert has in the Wayne State, I had opportunities to intern at the planning stages. I also understand the All Seasons Detroit Medical Center and supported myself community recently made a major donation with various jobs, such as valet parking the lunch to Jose Women’s Shelter and look forward to crowd at Joe Muir’s Seafood Restaurant (those of working with everyone in future philanthropic you from the area will recognize that name!) endeavors. I hear working with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) on behalf of While completing my degree I met my future foster children is being discussed. partner, Sherry. Sherry was born and raised in Kaneohe, Hawaii where she attended Punahou, Thank you for giving me this time to share a and then the University of Hawaii, obtaining little about myself and to inform you of the her degree in civil engineering with a focus on great programs coming to our community. I look transportation. She moved from Hawaii to the forward to getting to know all of you better and Detroit area experiencing her one and only midalways welcome you to stop by and see me for West winter! any concerns or just to talk. I was then accepted into the master’s program at the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public

GET TO KNOW YOUR LIFE ENRICHMENT TEAM! DIANA BURGE DIRECTOR OF LIFE ENRICHMENT Diana Burge knows a little something about engaging an audience. With a background that includes over a decade in the hospitality industry and more than 14 years spent as an educator, she has committed her life to empowering those around her. Her unique ability to connect with others serves her well in her role as the Director of Life Enrichment. “My job is to create lasting memories. With the help of my team, I am responsible for conceptualizing and carrying out events and activities that will enrich the lives of our residents, in the hope of bringing them joy and happiness.” A proud wife and mother, Diana believes in treating others with unconditional kindness. “Confucius once said, ‘Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart.’ I am forever grateful for the opportunity to give back to others, and create experiences that will stay with them forever.”

CHI-VAS WHITE LIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR Chi-Vas White has over 20 years experience in the hospitality & customer service industry. He served as an activity assistant at House of Welcome Adult Day Services in Northfield, IL, Director of Life Enrichment at Quail Park of Oro Valley, and as a personal and professional caregiver responsible for the care of his father. He is a professional artist, a returning college student, loving husband, and proud dog owner.

SUMMER SIGNATURE MUSIC EVENTS

KHRIS DODGE JULY 21ST A well-established musician currently residing in Arizona who plays every genre from country to classical, Khris Dodge brings 25+ years’ experience and a commitment to quality to his eponymous production company. After earning both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Arizona, where he studied with luminaries such as Gary Cook and Jeff Haskell, Khris embarked on a multi-faceted performance career that has included jobs as Principal Percussionist with Arizona Opera; Section Musician (percussion & keyboard) with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra; Music Director for Invisible Theatre and Hidden Valley Inn; director of Jovert, the Tucson High Magnet School steel drum band; and featured performer at many venues around Southern Arizona.

EDUARDO MINOZZI COSTA AUGUST 9TH Dr. Costa is one of the finest guitarists of his generation. He completed his Bachelor’s Degree in guitar performance at Brazil’s leading University, the University of São Paulo, under Dr. Edelton Gloeden and also studied with Paulo Porto Alegre and Everton Gloeden at the Escola Municipal de Música (EMM). Subsequently, Costa was awarded a cultural visit to the USA under the sponsorship of the São Paulo United States Consulate General. This trip resulted in a successful audition at the University of Arizona and a full scholarship to pursue both Masters and Doctoral Degrees in Guitar Performance. He was a Teaching Assistant (GTA) to the School of Music at the U of A from 2006 to 2012. Eduardo Costa is a first prize winner in ten International guitar competitions, performed at the iconic Carnegie Hall and has a Doctorate in Music.

Elkhart areas. She was a founding member and former director of The Accordion Club of Tucson. Scotty Welch – Trumpet. Scotty is a proud US Navy veteran and played trumpet with Navy bands aboard ships around the world. After moving to Tucson, he has played with many different groups including the Bouncing Czechs for the past 15 years.

John Prokop – Tuba. John played percussion instruments as a child, taking up the tuba in high school in Indiana. He played tuba in the University of Arizona Bands. John is a cofounder of the Bouncing Czechs.

Budd Malchus – Clarinet/Alto sax. Upon graduating from the University of Miami (Florida) Frost School of Music, Budd taught briefly in Georgia followed by a 30 year career with the Olmsted City Schools near Cleveland, OH. After he and his wife relocated to Tucson, he worked an additional 9 years as a band director in the Amphitheater School District.

Roxanna Baker – Accordion. Roxanna graduated from International Business College and had a career in accounting for 38 years. She performed with an ensemble on The Ted Mack Original Amateur Hour in 1963, and also played in dance bands in the Ft. Wayne and

Daniel Duperre – Drums. Dan attended the University of Arizona and currently serves as an Officer in the Arizona Department of Corrections. He has played in numerous Tucson Community bands and orchestras, playing timpani and all the percussion instruments.

BOUNCING CZECHS SEPTEMBER 22ND

JOIN US FOR PET THERAPY WITH SHERI HUDSON AND OPIE

Each Wednesday, don’t forget to spend time with Sheri Hudson and her four-and-a-half old Maltese, Opie. This Pet Therapy program, volunteer-run and certified through the Humane Society, is perfect for any age, providing physiological therapy. Sheri Hudson grew up outside of Chicago and has lived in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Florida, California, Seattle, and Canada. She received a Bachelors in Foreign Language, spent time as an educator, and built a career as a Director of Human Resources. She loves Oro Valley for its mountains, climate, and culture, and both she and Opie look forward to All Seasons: “These people are so welcoming, they make it fun to come back every week. Opie is so excited, he pulls me through the door!”

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MONTHLY MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS Please consult your CareMerge calendars and weekly announcements for specific dates and times. All programming subject to change based on COVID-related recommendations to maintain health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

RAY FUNK AND THE THE ALL SEASONS SINGERS CHOIR Ray Funk’s father was a choir teacher at Amphi High School for 25 years so choral performance and teaching runs in his blood. Ray attended Northern Arizona University, receiving his degree in Music Education/Performance. He has been a professional musician for over 50 years; performing on radio, TV, clubs and stage. He was a staff singer with Arizona Opera for 23 seasons and sang in over 90 productions. T.A. BURROWS T.A. Burrows is a multi-talented, professional performer with over 45 years on stage. He has performed more than 3,000 shows throughout the U.S. and Europe and has entertained well over 1 million people. A New York City native, he began his entertainment career while serving in the U.S. Air Force. He was an unprecedented five-time winner in the annual Air Force Worldwide Talent Competition and completed three world tours with the Air Force's elite entertainment showcase,"Tops In Blue." He has appeared in Las Vegas and has performed with such stars as The Temptations; Patti LaBelle; Earth, Wind & Fire; The Pointer Sisters; Brian McKnight; Chicago; The Isley Brothers; and the legendary Bob Hope.

MARK AND ARLETTE WILLIS ARE “SILK AND SOUL” Mark and Arlette are high school sweethearts who studied music together throughout school. Arlette, a gifted soprano, competed annually at the prestigious Interlochen Music Competions in Michigan, consistently earning top scores for Solo Voice. She began singing at an early age and her parents encouraged her talent. She entered a number of talent shows and performed at various events in Detroit by age 11. Mark’s mother, who was a classically trained soprana, was his introduction to his wife as well as to music. In his childhood home he spent many hours developing a strong ear and love for music. DR. CHRISTINE VIVONA Juilliard-trained and awardwinning harpist, Dr. Christine Vivona, will dazzle you with masterful elegance. Christine delights audiences at a variety of events including weddings, parties, concerts, and more with her spectacular style. Dr. Vivona has a large private Harp Studio teaching students of all levels and ages. Her students regularly perform in the Tucson Philharmonia Youth Orchestra and win national and international awards and competitions. Her annual Harp Camp is a sought after event for students of all abilities where students learn various classical and popular pieces as well as theory and reading music and chord charts. She received her Master of Music from Juilliard and her Doctorate of Music at the University of Arizona.

ART CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS LIFE DRAWING WITH CAROL SOMER Can’t draw a straight line? Perfect! Bodies don’t have straight lines. Residents of all artistic styles and abilities are encouraged to put their vision to paper with graphite or colored pencil, charcoal, pastel stick, or whatever. Materials—and live, clothed model—provided. NEUROGRAPHICA WITH CAROL SOMER This easy-to-grasp meditative drawing process is based in mindfulness. Have fun as we explore ways to access the unconscious and form new neural pathways via drawing. Some say they gain new insights from this intriguing, cathartic new art form. All we promise is you will find it relaxing! About Carol : At 16, Carol Somer saved her pennies to practice Life Drawing at New York’s legendary Art Students League. At 22, she drove a taxi and studied art and photography at Boston’s New England School of Art and Design. She later spent years drawing live models overlooking the Pacific after 30 years in marketing and PR. Now playing tennis and writing award-winning short stories, Carol drives residents to appointments, and leads them in practices that exercise eye, hand, mind, and unleash creativity. PASTELS WITH KARYN VAMPOTIC Tap into your own creativity and be immediately vaulted into an amazing new world of values, color temperature, and composition. Classes in watercolor and pastel may include landscapes, animals, and people. Join Karyn and be fascinated by the process of bestowing a two dimensional piece of paper with three dimensional movement. Karyn is the immediate Past President and a Juried Member of the Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild and a long time member of the Tucson Pastel Society. A former trial lawyer for the State of Arizona, retirement brought the gift of creativity. Karyn’s classes are open to all experience and skill levels. Don't miss the Pastel Art Show and reception on August 11th! INTENTIONAL ETEGAMI ART MEET UP WITH RUTHIE NEILAN In recent years, the popular Japanese art form “etegami” (e= image; tegami= letter) has captured the interest and imagination of artists all over the world. The simplest English definition of etegami may well be “Japanese postcard art.” Etegami was conceived in the 1960s, when calligrapher Kunio Koike became exasperated with the rigid traditions of his field. He envisioned an art form that could be spontaneous and personal without being self-obsessed. Koike began combining simple images with brief but thoughtfully chosen words on washi postcards. He sent these postcards, called this idea “New Year’s cards in their everyday clothes,” and created the slogan “Heta de ii, heta ga ii” which can be translated as “It’s okay to be awkward. Awkwardness has charm.” This welcoming slogan encouraged people who wanted to make art but felt they lacked the talent to do so. Come explore and expect to be delighted by your own authentic Etegami! 7

FITNESS CLASSES Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays - Fun and Fit with Pam Mondays - Yoga with Laura Thursdays - Strength and Flow with Diane Fridays - Balance with Jeanne

INSTRUCTOR BIOS: DIANE DESKIN Diane has spent over 30 years practicing and teaching Aikido, a traditional Japanese martial art. Diane founded Sonoran Aikikai in 2002 and continues to serve as the Chief Instructor for this traditional school of Aikido. Diane has also studied numerous movement systems, and has developed an approach that is engaging and beneficial to the body, brain and central nervous system. Drawing from this extensive range of study and practice, she offers challenging, creative classes that are intended to develop body awareness, improve mobility and balance, and most importantly to remember that we were made to move.

JEANNE NEWKIRK A graduate of the University of Arizona, Illinois native Jeanne got started in the fitness industry originally as a hobby from her full time position as an English Teacher. She is proudly certified in all areas of SilverSneakers, Aqua Aerobics, Aerobic drumming, and Piloxing, which is a combination of boxing, pilates and ballet. New to All Seasons for only a month, Jeanne is a wonderful addition to the fitness team! PAM WOLFE Pam is a certified fitness professional with over 40 years experience in the sports and exercise industry. She holds certifications through AFAA/ NASM and Silver Sneakers as a group exercise instructor and personal trainer. Pam motivates her participants by emphasizing safety, creativity and fun. She designs standards that will ensure participants and clients can continue with regular exercise and improve in order to meet goals without injuries or discouragement, including transitioning from postrehab back to a regular exercise regiment.Pam has been a presenter at various fitness conferences and continually conducts clinics for various sports and overall wellness education. Pam was a competitive gymnast while attending the University of Denver, majoring in business management and sports science.

LIFELONG LEARNING HIGHLIGHTS Please consult your CareMerge calendars and weekly announcements for specific dates and times. All programming subject to change based on COVID-related recommendations to maintain health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

MUSIC AND MIND LIVE WITH RENÉE FLEMING Explore the 19-episode series featuring renowned soprano and arts & health advocate in conversation with scientists and practitioners working at the intersection of music, neuroscience, and healthcare. ANDREA JACQUES “IKIGAI” PERSONALIZED WORKSHOPS Kyosei Consulting is a training, coaching and creative firm with more than two decades of experience working with everyone from start-up entrepreneurs to Fortune 500’s. Kyosei (kyō – say) is a Japanese word that means “living and working together for the common good.” Kyosei is more than just a name – Founder Andrea Jacques and her team are on a mission to transform the ways people live, work and do business in order to build foundations for a world where everyone wins. “Ikigai” is translated as life + value or “that which makes life worth living.” In English, this term is often translated as having a sense of purpose. Jacques and the Kyosei team will walk us through a series of personalized workshops in which residents will (re)discover what gives them a sense of purpose at any age. MINDFUL MEDITATION AND HOW TO GET STARTED WITH HEADSPACE Mindful meditation promotes many physical and psychological benefits. It’s nothing new; people have been meditating since 5000 BC. The mental training practice offers a different way of dealing with stress, by calming the mind and body. You just sit still and relax, and don’t dwell on the thoughts that drift through your head. When you meditate your breath slows down, heart rate slows, blood pressure decreases, stress decreases, and tension in the body decreases. Through sciencebacked meditation and mindfulness tools, this series helps you create life-changing habits to support your mental health and find a healthier, happier you. Headspace is proven to reduce stress by 14% in just 10 days. It can also help you relax your mind in minutes, improve focus, and get the best sleep ever. Even if you’ve never heard of Mindful Meditation, it’s ok come check it out for yourself! Continued on Next Page

CHAUTAUQUA ASSEMBLY’S CLIMATE LECTURES Dedicated to exploring the most important issues of our times and stimulating creative responses, the Chautauqua Institution is missionbound to bring sustained focus to perhaps the most consequential issue today, climate change. Our collection of climate lectures showcases Chautauqua’s unparalleled ability to convene intergenerational, crossdisciplinary, and inclusive dialogue around multiple dimensions of the climate crisis. These lectures help inform and drive our own commitments, through the Chautauqua Climate Change Initiative, and we hope they similarly inspire action among our local, national, and global audiences. WEEKLY TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS Led by the Life Enrichment Team, these hands-on workshops are geared to meet residents’ ever-changing technology needs, ranging from smartphones, to tablets, laptops, computers, printers and TV’s. TECHNOLOGY HEADSET VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE WITH OCULUS Virtual Reality (VR) uses cutting-edge graphics, best-in-class hardware, and artistically rendered experiences to create a computer-simulated environment where you aren’t just a passive participant, but a coconspirator. With a VR headset, you’re fully absorbed in realistic 3D worlds. Did you know that, with VR, you can learn a new language, teleport almost anywhere in the world, or step aboard the International Space Station? GETTING TO KNOW THE ARIZONA FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC Don’t miss this All Seasons-exclusive musical presentation from the Tucson Woodwind Trio and the Arizona Friends of Chamber Music! Board members from this prestigious and community-oriented organization will share a bit about their history, vision, and upcoming season. Arizona Friends of Chamber Music (AFCM) presents world-class chamber musicians, live in concert, at an affordable ticket price. AFCM exists to ensure that the adults, students, and children of Tucson can experience the chamber music genre in its highest professional form.

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ART TALK WITH THE DOCENTS OF THE TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART Upcoming presentations include deep dives into the art of Edward Hopper and Andrew Wyeth: “Opening Windows - Reflecting the Secrets and Private Lives of 20th Century Art” with docent Susie Heinz. The Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block connects art to life through meaningful and engaging experiences that inspire discovery, spark creativity and promote Southern Arizona’s rich and diverse culture. MEMOIR WRITING The trend of memoir writing is healthy, enriching, and productive. Facilitators engage the group intellectually by encouraging self-reflection on the meaning and common humanity of life. This fun, communal activity enables each of us to relive youth while staying engaged in the present moment. This no-pressure session, for novices and seasoned writers, works whether you love deep contemplation, want to express your comedic shenanigans, or wish to leave a legacy. Most importantly, you will tell your story.

PHILANTHROPY SPOTLIGHT JOIN THE ALL SEASONS ORO VALLEY ‘HELPING HANDS!’ All Seasons Oro Valley residents love to give back! Last quarter’s philanthropic efforts included collecting clothes and essential items for the Sister José Women’s Center, which residents delivered to the organization personally. We also drew cards and wrote letters of support and encouragement for young people experiencing homelessness through the organization “Youth On Their Own,” and stitched bags for the organization “Beads of Courage,” which provides innovative Arts-inMedicine programs for children coping with serious illness. This quarter we will continue to build our relationship with Sister José, while also working with Pima County’s CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) program and donating much-needed supplies and support for refugees. 11

RESIDENT MEMOIRS

MY FRIEND ARLENE

BY HARRY HABER

A piece written by Harry Haber in Memoir Writing Group After moving in and getting settled at All Seasons, Elaine and I introduced some of the residents to a card game called threes and fours. It was a simple game, played by four to ten people which was fun and enjoyable. The first hand everyone was dealt 6 cards. Each player would need to accumulate two sets of three in the same number or picture. Three fives and three tens in different suits. Upon obtaining the needed combinations the player would lay them out on the table and work on discarding all other cards. Each hand would have different combinations. Seven cards dealt would require a straight run in one suit and one set of threes. As the game unfolded the combinations would increase until each player received thirteen cards with different combinations. The game was played every Friday at 1:00 P.M with the participants laughing and yelling. It was an afternoon of fun. We eventually had two tables with about eight to ten players at each table.

One afternoon a new lady wheeled herself into the room. She asked if she could join us and play. “Of course, you can join us. Everyone is invited." She introduced herself as Arlene and she lived in the assisted living wing of All Seasons. She explained that she had a problem hearing and seeing. I assured her that she would fit right in with our group. I told Arlene she could sit next to me at the game and I would help her. After a few weeks she caught on to the game, even winning some of the hands. She was friendly and a delight to have her playing with us. One day, after finishing the game, I was getting the cards and the card shuffler together to put away. Everyone had left except Arlene and me. I asked her if I could help her with anything. She replied no, but asked if we could sit and talk for a while. I guessed that being alone in a one-bedroom apartment she missed having conversations with other people. We sat there for about 45 minutes. We had something in common. We both came from Brooklyn and had a Jewish background. She told me a little about her family and life and I shared similar information with her. It was a delightful time spent with Arlene. I felt good that I could share this time and I now had a new friend, Arlene. Arlene is a charming woman with a smile and a gleam in her eye. Every time we see each other she smiles for me and I give it back to her. So, if you open yourself up to someone you can give that person a little joy, and the rewards for yourself are even greater. My new friend Arlene.

COMMUNITY EVENTS G E T I N VO LV E D ! Want to join a resident-led program, or start one yourself? Reach out to our Life Enrichment team for opportunities to get involved. Community Sing - Join the All Seasons Singers in the Grand Living Room to sing with your neighbors. Did you know there are several proven emotional and physical benefits of choral singing? Singing in community strengthens feelings of togetherness, regulates heart rate, reduces stress levels and depression, improves symptoms of Parkinson's and lung disease, improves feelings of social well-being, and can even increase life expectancy. Ray Funk will lead songs from diverse genres and styles, and all vocal parts and comfort levels are welcome. Poetry Gatherings Roger’s poetry workshops include readings followed by Writers’ Gatherings in which residents are encouraged to bring and share their own poetic creations. Roger Pierce, a native Texan, has lived in Tucson for more than 20 years. Roger has tried to retire several times, but, as he says: “I just can’t seem to get it right.” Ordained to Protestant ministry 54 years ago, Roger served 20 years as a Navy Chaplain, then as a hospice chaplain in Tucson, just to name a few assignments. “I’m a poem-maker”, he commented recently. “I’ve been creating poetry for almost 50 years and my shelves are lined with three-ring binders filled with poetic efforts.” Men’s Social Coffee Meetup Join us on Fridays! “Solving the world’s problems…or not.” An affinity group meeting every week to discuss pressing topics and active living in the 21st century.

Current Events - A topic-based, residentmoderated discussion forum for all residents. Book Club - Once a month, each third Wednesday in the Library, join your neighbors for a Book Club discussion on some of the Bestselling Literature of the day. Contact your Life Enrichment Team for more information on obtaining books for August and September. Knitting and Textile Arts Club - Knitting and Textile Arts Club meets every Wednesday, continuing to develop skills and projects using techniques such as knitting, crocheting, and embroidery. Textile art is one of the oldest forms of art in human civilization. With its myriad of visual possibilities and rich history, it's no surprise that contemporary textile artists such as our Oro Valley residents showcase the vast differences that are possible when dealing with fabric, thread, and yarn.

PUB PROGRAMMING Join us in the Bistro for Laughter and Libations! Sip monthly “Signature Cocktails” while enjoying pub programming, ranging from Poetry readings, Storytelling, Game competitions Trivia, Musical Open mics, Paint & Pour, Book reading and author talks, Folk and singer-songwriter tavern tunes, sports viewing parties, mixology demos, and more! July Signature Cocktail: Sangria Blanca August Signature Cocktail: The Bee’s Knees September Signature Cocktail: Dark & Stormy

RESIDENT POETRY

“Mountain Storm” by Wilma Lentz

On a sultry August afternoon at our mountain cabin, in ancient chairs we sit and read in silence, hoping for a storm. Air so thick with moisture, one can almost wring out drops. Screeching jays and scolding squirrels suspend their quarrels, hummers abandon feeders, all disappear into sentinel pines. Sunflowers turn their heads, uselessly seeking a sun that plays hide and seek behind heavy clouds. A flirty breeze bears scent of far-off rain, Gusts of wind ruffle the pages of our books. We taste dust and grit. Jagged streaks of lightning open up the waiting sky. We hear the crack and, startled, jump as thunder splits the air. The acrid smell of ozone assails our nostrils, Rain comes pounding down in sheets, quenching the earth's thirst. We scramble for shelter, laughing as raindrops sting our skin and are grateful. 14

FAVORITE MEMORIES FROM LAST QUARTER

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHTS PHIL EGNER Born in sunny California, originally from Glendale and lived in La Canada. Phil held various positions at Lockheed in engineering, procurement and program management for 40 years. He also participated in various classified programs such as the Glomar Explorer Mining Program, which involved retrieving a Russian Submarine, and the Sea Shadow Project known for its stealth and stability as a missile carrying Catamaran water vessel. “These projects were fun because money was no object!” says Phil, "We always delivered quality results on time." Later Phil moved to Santa Cruz, living outside Monterey Bay, and then eventually decided to move to Arizona and leave the California fog behind! Phil has four very bright children, 2 girls and 2 boys, who all take after him in regard to his adventurous and innovative nature. Some of Phil’s former favorite hobbies included flying, competitive bridge, tennis and golf. DICK SLAYTON Born and raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, Dick was the youngest of 5. He joined the Navy to see the world and never looked back and recalls it to be “an amazing experience!” After the Navy he moved to San Francisco and fell in love with the city. He spent lots of time racing and sailing and started a crew on a 28-foot sailboat that raced and sailed the Newport Harbor and recalls what fun those days were when being a member of the Yacht Club there. In college, Dick majored in Engineering and minored in Business and that led him to a long and fruitful 30 year career for the company Honeywell and worked his way into Regional Sales Manager overseeing, controlling and manufacturing various sensors and controls applicable to cars, airplanes and boats. He recalls one of his last big adventures was the partnership purchase of an airplane where he and a buddy took some excited cross country flights. When recalling his best memories, it usually includes fast: fast planes, fast boats and his beloved fast Porsche 911 Race Coup. Continued on Next Page

BONNIE LANDRY Bonnie Landry is from Louisiana, and you can surely recognize it from her southern accent. She married her husband Howard in 1949 and has two kids Randy & Traci. Before she retired, Bonnie worked as a nurse. Her past hobbies included bowling, cards, gardening, and fishing, but now that she is older, Bonnie enjoys a good movie, working puzzles and tidying up her room. She is neat, meticulous and will straighten up any room or item that is out of place. She loves small dogs, especially her daughters’ “precious little dog”. Her favorite foods are fried bass fish & gumbo, and her favorite drink is a large glass of lemonade. Bonnie was a devoted wife and continues to be a devoted mother. Bonnie has been known to be a wonderful cook and has passed her talent and love for cooking down to her kids. She also explained that the love for cooking runs in the family. Bonnie is quite personable and says that she is that way because she loves to talk to people and help others. She is down to earth, tells it like she sees it and when you really get to know her, you will soon find out that she is quite the comedian.

Saturday, September 17

CREATIVITY, CONNECTIVITY, CULTURE: AN ALL SEASONS SENIOR LIVING SYMPOSIUM ON LIVING WELL AT ANY AGE

Tune in virtually to the livestream and join attendees from across Michigan for the first-ever interdisciplinary Symposium at All Seasons Ann Arbor exploring research, policies, and practices that highlight how creativity, connection, and purposeful culture contribute to a vibrant and enriching life at any age.

ON THE CALENDAR July 4

Independence Day (USA)

July 24

Amelia Earhart Birthday

July 29-30 Islamic New Year August 12 International Youth Day August 23 International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade & its Abolition Month of July: World Watercolor Month, National Culinary Arts Month Month of August: Black Business Month, International Peace Month, National Wellness Month Month of September: National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept . 15 Oct . 15)

August 24 Independence Day (Ukraine) Sept 11

Grandfriends Day

Sept 17

National Dance Day

Sept 21

World Gratitude Day

Sept 22

Autumn Equinox

RESIDENT REFERRAL PROGRAM FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAKE THE BEST NEIGHBORS! REFER SOMEONE TO ALL SEASONS AND WHEN THEY MOVE IN, YOU WILL RECEIVE $1,500. With a limited amount of apartment homes remaining, it is the perfect time for you to take advantage of this opportunity. If you have a potential new resident in mind, please contact the Concierge to register your referral name and contact information. 16

CULINARY ADVENTURES J U LY

Signature Dinner SAVOUR SPAIN STARTERS: Shrimp in Salsa de Ajo SOUP: Spanish Gazpacho SALAD: Ensalada de Madrid ENTRÉES: Pollo Mallorca; Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Spinach, Mozzarella Cheese and Sweet Red Peppers OR Paella Marisco, Scallops, Shrimp, Mussels, Calamari, Piquillo Pepper, English Peas, Saffron Sofrito OR Ternera Siciliana; Veal Lightly Breaded, Cream Sauce Topped with Crumbled Chorizo DESSERT: Cinnamon Churros with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS Spanish Crema Catalana COOKING DEMO Spanish Gazpacho INDULGE WATER Cardamom Rose SPECIALTY COCKTAIL Sangria Blanca TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING Detroit - Coney Dogs with Stroh's Bohemian Pilsner

CULINARY ADVENTURES AUGUST

Signature Dinner THE GREAT GATSBY

STARTERS: Oysters Rockefeller SOUP: Tomato Bisque SALAD: Gatsby Salad ENTRÉES: Filet Mignon with Artichoke Heart, Foi Gras, Shaved Truffle, Pommes Puree and Baby Peas OR Lamb with mint Sauce, Pommes Puree, Baby Peas OR Chicken Lyonnaise; Caramelized Onion, Thyme, White Wine, Roasted Potatoes, Baby Peas DESSERT: Chocolate & Vanilla Eclairs Over Fresh Berry Coulis

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS Homemade Pickles COOKING DEMO Ham Croquettes INDULGE WATER Watermelon Basil SPECIALTY COCKTAIL The Bee's Knees TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING Philidelphia - Philly Cheese Steak with Cherry Wooder-Ice

CULINARY ADVENTURES SEPTEMBER

Signature Dinner TRAVEL THE EASTERN SEABOARD STARTERS: Clam dip with Flatbread Crackers SOUP: New England Clam Chowder SALAD: Martha’s Vineyard Salad ENTRÉES Cape Cod Fish & Chips, Beer Battered and Served with Hush Puppies and Cole Slaw OR Yankee Pot Roast with Potatoes, Carrots, Rutabaga and Parsnips in a Savory Broth OR Macaroni with Three Cheeses and Lobster Topped with Broiled Buttered Bread Crumbs DESSERT Nantucket Style Blueberry Pie

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS Crab Cakes COOKING DEMO Berry Galette INDULGE WATER Apple Cinnamon SPECIALTY COCKTAIL Dark & Stormy TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING Boston - Lobster Rolls Sam Adams Boston Lager

TESTIMONIALS

FROM OUR RESIDENTS & FAMILIES Maureen @ ASAA: “Who would have believed that a senior community could become my extended family in a matter of months? Such was my experience this summer and I consider my decision to move to All Seasons Ann Arbor one of my best.” Ardin @ ASBH: “My 97 year old father just moved into his apartment at All Seasons. It's a beautiful apartment. He has met some wonderful residents here and is having no trouble making new friends. The dining room is beautiful and Dad says the food is really good. He has attended some concerts and looks forward to picking out the next activity from a list of many great things to do. He has even hopped on the treadmill in the exercise room at All Seasons. He is very happy here. The staff is so friendly and very helpful. I'm so glad Dad suggested we take a tour of All Seasons to see what they had to offer.” Dianna @ ASNA: “I can’t say enough good things about All Seasons. My father in law came from Manhattan and has never looked or felt better with the care he has been given in assisted living. My mom had a water leak in her house and was only staying in All Seasons temporarily. After two months, she put her home up for sale and never looked back. She loves all the daily activities All Seasons provides, music, food and gatherings are above and beyond.” Johnny @ ASOV: “Walking into All Seasons for the first time was like walking into a beautiful picture! I was amazed at the care and detail the architect’s took when creating this home for the Residents. Seeing the smile on the Residents and employees’ faces told me that this home was not only beautiful, but that the care and detail extended far into the heart of the building.” Kevin @ ASRH: “Love this place… people are so friendly… love the atmosphere… and when they were showing me around several residents came up and said they love it here.” Randi @ ASWB: “My mother has lived at ASWB for 2 years. The staff at All Seasons are caring and kind. It’s nice to come in and be greeted with smiling faces who are willing to help. The dining room staff have been very accommodating and helpful. They go out of their way to make things right. All the staff did a wonderful job during COVID to make residents feel comfortable and safe.” 22

tips All Seasons Residents, Staff, and Families Improve Communication Using Caremerge Family Engagement Beginning in early 2020, when COVID-19 changed the way we engage with our loved ones outside our buildings, residents in our six All Seasons communities wanted an easier way to keep in touch with their families. Using Caremerge as our technology partner, the Family Engagement platform has been an easy tool to use to improve communication and critical to improving isolation and loneliness, which

can have serious health implications in adults, negatively impacting mental and physical health. As we continue to navigate the hardships of the pandemic, family communication remains vitally important. Caremerge Family Engagement allows staff to upload photos and videos, publish announcements, and survey residents and families about community life.

To learn how you can improve family communication with CareMerge, contact your Director of Life Enrichment today!

FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE This quarter, full moons will fall on the following dates: 13 JULY Buck Moon 11 AUGUST Sturgeon Moon 10 SEPTEMBER Corn/Harvest Moon

This monthly community-wide event is open to all skill levels. Drumming circles help boost the immune system and promote physical and communal healing. Did You Know? The moon produces no visible light of its own, so we can only see the parts of the Moon that are lit up by other objects. A small amount of light comes from distant stars and the reflection of light from the Earth, known as 'Earthshine'. However, the main source of light for the Moon is the Sun.

DESIGNING ALL SEASONS A WORD ABOUT THE ART We are happy to share with our residents, visitors, and friends the art exhibited throughout our community. Each piece was individually conceived and created specifically for where it is presented for collective viewing enjoyment. To put it another way, the photographs are specifically curated considering the interior design and dimensions of each room. Each of the six All Seasons - in Ann Arbor, Birmingham, Naples, Oro Valley, Rochester Hills, and West Bloomfield - showcase photography highlighting the local natural landscape and urban features, creating a porous border between interior and exterior beauty.

to each community for the creation of a portfolio that is totally unique, privately commissioned, and signed by the creator. These art collections are highly valued and significantly insured. We hope that these unique pieces - in some cases on canvases up to 10 feet long - express the exuberance of their subjects and engender the energy and “felt” experience of being alive - indeed, of life itself.

We are committed and proud to display art within our communities that has been commissioned specifically for the purpose of enhancing the beauty of the communities as well as inspiring a sense of energy and joy. It is consistent with our mission to create within our communities an atmosphere which we are proud to proclaim is engaging, enlivening, innovative, and “totally captivating.” For that purpose, a great deal of time, effort and resources are dedicated 24

A COLUMN ON GLOBAL APPROACHES AND INSIGHTS INTO AGING WELL

WELLNESS CORNER: SOUND HEALTH Did you know about the groundbreaking Sound Health Initiative and “Music and the Mind”? If you haven’t, you might have heard of one of the key stakeholders of the project -none other than renowned soprano Renée Fleming! Renée Fleming is a leading advocate for the study of the powerful connections between the arts and health. As Artistic Advisor at Large to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Renée has spearheaded a collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), with the participation of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The Sound Health initiative explores and brings attention to research and practice at the intersection of music, health, and neuroscience.

Renée Fleming is passionate about the central importance of music and the arts in our society. Most of us have, at times, felt moved or comforted by music, but scientists are now discovering that music can teach us a lot about the brain itself. Music engages many neural regions at once, and evidence suggests that it can shape and even alter our brains. In addition to using music to better understand the complex functioning of the brain, researchers have found creative arts therapy to be effective tools in addressing the effects of an ever-widening array of conditions. Especially compelling is the fact that music, dance, and art therapies are cost-effective, non-pharmaceutical, and noninvasive. Many can be administered in group settings, offering benefits for emotional wellbeing, and through tele-health, increasing accessibility. And the impact of arts on the developing brains of children is another burgeoning field of study, with effects reaching beyond test results and scholastic aptitude to creativity and success throughout life.

How can someone with Alzheimer’s be unable to recognize their own spouse, but perfectly recall songs from decades before? Why can some patients with Parkinson’s disease, unable to rise from a chair or walk through a doorway, accomplish these tasks, or So turn up the music, tap your feet, sing a even dance, to the sound of a musical beat? song, and learn more at www.reneeﬂeming. com/advocacy/music-and-the-mind

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