Commun ty Matters Wichita Presbyterian Manor
February 2018
Q & A with Amy Get to know our life enrichment director and staff
Art is Ageless® call for entries underway Wichita Presbyterian Manor has issued a call for entries for the Art is Ageless® juried exhibit to be held March 15 to 30. Entries of artistic works will be accepted from any area artist who is 65 years of age or older to exhibit and/or compete for an opportunity to be featured in the 2019 Art is Ageless calendar. Artists may choose to enter the exhibit only. For the competition, works are to have been completed in the past five years (since January 2013). There are nine categories, as well as designations of amateur or professional. Works to be entered for judging need to be at Presbyterian Manor by March 15. The Art is Ageless Program encourages Presbyterian Manor residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. ART, continued on page 3
In recognition of Activity Professionals Month, we went in-depth with Life Enrichment Director Amy Watson to learn more about how she and the life enrichment team approach their work. How do you see the role of activities in a senior living community like Presbyterian Manor? What does the term “life enrichment” mean to you?
Amy Watson, life enrichment director
Activities are an extremely important part of a senior living community. Many of our residents are looking for things to do. Many are widowed or lonely. We want them to feel like they have a family here. We want to provide meaningful, memorable activities and experiences to residents’ lives so that these years can be both fun and fulfilling. I try to plan my activities around the idea.You are never too old to try something new. What sets your team apart? Everyone truly cares for the residents and has unique talents that add to the PMMA mission. We like to have fun and it shows. It is genuine. We truly look to support one another in all areas of the community. What activities are special or unique to Wichita Presbyterian Manor? Our Pastor Appreciation Breakfast, Oktoberfest Party, various community artist receptions and Friday Happy Hour in the Pub. What are some signature activities or recent additions that have been popular? ACTIVITIES, continued on page 2