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Homewood at Frederick
The CHATTER Volume 17 Number 8 August 2017
HEAT AND HYDRATION Fatima A. Naqvi, MD, CMD, Homewood Medical Dir.
The best things in life are indeed free! The wonders of fresh water on a hot day is so refreshing
that it takes us to another level of satisfaction. Inadequate fluid intake may cause volume
depletion and may make us more prone to infections. How can we make the best use of such
free gifts especially in hot weather?
Older adults and residents of nursing facilities are more prone to heat stress and urinary tract
infections (cdc.gov). Their bodies are not able to adjust to sudden changes of climate due to the
age factor. Many have chronic conditions which make them more susceptible to infections.
They take medications which affect body temperature control or may cause volume loss and
dizziness. Residents who have dementia or cognitive deficits may not be able to express their
desire to drink more water. Many residents like to drink coffee, tea, juices or carbonated drinks
instead of water. These drinks mostly cause water loss, then water repletion. Such drinks can be
enjoyed in moderation if a doctor or nurse practitioner agrees. These drinks are not water
supplements. (cdc.gov)
Starting at age 50, we lose some ability to retain water or concentrated urine; hence we expel
more water than is required. This leads to an increase in the need to drink water. The taste buds
decrease as we age; this causes the loss of feeling of being thirsty. Many older adults are on
medication which leads to more perspiration, loss of water and imbalance in water homeostasis.
Our bodies are composed of approximately 70-75% water. As we age, water content decreases
and fat content increases.
Drinking small amounts of water throughout the day is better than a large amount at one time.
The fear of incontinence causes some older adults to not like to drink water; this may make them
more prone to infection. One should drink water before one feels thirsty; by the time we feel
thirsty, we already have a volume depletion of 500 ml in our bodies.
Water-containing foods can contribute to daily fluid intake, including
yogurt, soups, fruits and vegetables. Eating a healthy balanced diet,
maintaining healthy weight and regular water intake goes a long way
toward prevention of urinary tract infections. Ask your dietician or
medical provider how much water your body needs daily; it may
vary based on height, weight and medical conditions. Stay well
hydrated and healthy in a hot season!
RESIDENTS’ UPDATES Shirley Erdmanis, ILRA President
Changes in Committee Leadership: I was so sorry to accept the resignation letter from Pat
Morgan as editor of The CHATTER and Newsletter Committee chairperson. She has done a
remarkable job since taking over for me in 2013. We will miss her, but she feels the need to make
a change and we must respect her wishes. Big shoes to fill…we are now recruiting to find
someone with editorial experience to carry on with publishing the monthly newsletter. Another
Committee chairperson who resigned was Hospitality’s Fran Wenner; Sue Rock will step in with
Fran’s assistance. The new chairperson of the Environmental Awareness Committee is Pat
Curchin; this is due to the resignation of Phyllis Heuerman, who is moving out of state, and
Mara Dudrow; both have done a fantastic leadership job.
ILRA Leaders: The new structure is progressing nicely as Resident Assembly members attend
meetings with their VPs and begin to learn the process. Since Esther Ziegler volunteered to be
Secretary for the Association, an election was held at the Lodge to replace her on the
Representative Assembly; Scott Taylor is the new member of the Representative Assembly.
2018 Yard Sale: The Council voted to have a Yard Sale on May 3, 4 and 5, 2018 upon the
recommendation of the 2017 Yard Sale Committee. Rooms have been reserved for May 1-5.
Meal Sign-Up: Sign-up has greatly improved in the dining rooms since the “sign up or pay up”
policy went into effect. Let’s continue the improvement.
I hope everyone has a wonderful “rest of the summer.” Stay connected to all your neighbors in
the Homewood community! The latest wonderful “community connection” was the Longest Day
Walk, a fundraiser for Alzheimer's, in June. Walkers came from Crumland Farms including the
Health Care Center, Assisted Living units, and Independent Living cottages and apartments as
well as residents from the patio homes and the Lodge. What a Homewood connection! Everyone
walked, talked and laughed on a gorgeous day and did it together for a great cause!
NEW HOSPITALITY CHAIR Fran Wenner
Sue Rock, who moved to Crumland Farms last fall with her husband Bob, has recently accepted
the position of Chair of the Hospitality Committee, succeeding Fran Wenner. The Hospitality
Committee is charged with welcoming new residents to all Independent Living facilities on the
Homewood at Frederick campus, and keeping in touch with neighbors who are celebrating
birthdays and those who are going through hard times. Sue comes to her new responsibilities from
a lifetime of management experiences, both professionally and in volunteer roles, and she looks
forward to applying her skills in the interest of hospitality at Homewood. A unique challenge for
this committee is fostering a sense of unity and neighborliness for the residents of the Lodge
apartments, the Willow Ponds patio homes, and the Independent Living apartments and cottages of
Crumland Farms. Sue will welcome to her committee new members who enjoy neighborliness
and the joyous task of increasing our sense of community. Call her at 240-651-0778, or email her
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
HOMEWOOD’s HEROES WALKED FOR ALZHEIMER’S Lindsay Levine
The Alzheimer’s Team, Homewood’s Heroes, hosted its second fundraiser event of the year
on Wednesday, June 21. This day, the longest day of the year, was recognized by the
Alzheimer’s Association as the day to get outside and participate in an activity that anyone
loves to do. One hundred and fifteen (115) residents, volunteers, staff, family and friends
joined to participate in the Longest Day Walk & BBQ, on the campus of Homewood at
Frederick.
The day was a perfect day with a light breeze, low humidity and a mixture of sunshine and
clouds. Participants were able to choose in advance between completing a one-mile or one-
half-mile course while walking from Crumland Farms to the Lodge. Water and rest stations
were set up along the course for participants to utilize if needed. Upon arrival at the Lodge,
participants were greeted at the finish line with cheering and high fives. It was amazing to
see the variety of ability levels; as participants crossed the finish line, the sense of
accomplishment on each face was visually apparent.
Once the participants entered the Lodge, they were encouraged to sign the participation
poster, which now hangs in the Willows, Homewood at Frederick’s memory care unit. The
Lodge’s Event Center and patio had been reserved for the event, so the participants could
enjoy good food, company, music and the view. After everyone got their food, gift
certificates were raffled. Several businesses had donated the certificates including Bonefish
Grill, a local restaurant, as well as from the Catoctin Country Store, from Briana Beck,
massage therapist, and from Generations, the beauty shop…all of the latter three located on
Homewood’s campus.
This event would not have been possible without the support and participation from those
who donated. From walk registration, t-shirt sales and additional donations, Homewood’s
Heroes raised $2,360, giving the team a grand total of $4,497, donated to the Alzheimer’s
Association thus far in one year.
We thank the DJ from K-Sef Entertainment, photographers Jenna Davis and Joelle Miller,
Ultimate Stitch LLC for the t-shirts, the Frederick County Explorer Scouts Post 1218 and
Homewood at Frederick for sponsoring our event!
Here is what a few of our residents had to say: (I saw) “the most people having the most
fun, doing something (healthy), since I have lived here. Kudos to the organizers!” – PC
“Absolutely wonderful; (my) hotdog was delicious.” – Maggie Hartzell “What a great
connection (with) everyone laughing, talking and walking on a gorgeous day and doing it
together for a great cause.” – Shirley Erdmanis “Reaffirmed what we know as the
Homewood community spirit.” – Bobby Rickman
CHAPLAIN’S MESSAGE Shelley Weakly
GROUPS AND PROGRAMS
In my little garden there grows a small hydrangea bush. It’s tucked away in a corner in deep
shade. Normally the bush blooms a beautiful blue if I fertilize it. This year, however, I forgot
to give the hydrangea any of the acid fertilizer it needs to thrive. I was sad to see only one pink
bloom on the bush.
Sometimes our lives go through periods of deep shade. Many of us have lost friends and loved
ones lately. When this happens, it is important to make sure we have the “fertilizer” we need
to sustain ourselves. Spending time in the company of caring friends is one way to do that. To
this end, Chaplain Suzanne will start a grief support group, “Living with Loss,” on Tuesday,
August 29, at 2:00 pm in the ILAC.
The Religious Life Committee will meet on Tuesday, August 1, at 2:30 pm in the chapel.
Have a blessed August!
ALZHEIMER’S BENEFIT NIGHT
Attend “Homewood’s Heroes” Alzheimer’s Benefit Night at the Bonefish Grill Restaurant in
Frederick on Tuesday, August 22, 3:00–9:00 pm. For more information, including a shuttle,
call Lindsay Levine, Fitness Department, X 6040.
BRADY LOVE: BROADWAY, THE RAT PACK AND MORE!
Homewood is pleased that baritone Brady Love,
grandson of Ann Burnside Love, will return to
perform a variety of hits from “Broadway, The Rat
Pack (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis,
Jr.) and More.” The concert is scheduled for
Saturday, August 5, at 7:00 pm in the MPR at
Crumland Farms.
Since last performing at Homewood in 2013,
Brady has appeared in lead and supporting roles in
a variety of productions in regional and
community theaters across Maryland and Pennsylvania, including “Beauty and the Beast” (as the
Beast), “Les Miserables” (as Inspector Javert) and "Sweeney Todd” (as Judge Turpin). “I’m
thrilled to return to Homewood,” said Brady. “I really appreciated the great turnout and
wonderful compliments from the residents and staff after the first show. I’ve worked hard these
past several years to expand my repertoire, and I think this show will be even better!”
While the program is not yet finalized, Brady plans to include such favorites as Once in a
Lifetime, Some Enchanted Evening, Almost Like Being in Love, I Left My Heart in San Francisco,
The Impossible Dream, On the Street Where You Live, The Music of the Night and a medley from
“Les Miserables.”
ELENA RIPPEON EARNS TITLE AND SCHOLARSHIPS EDITOR’S NOTE: Elena Rippeon, of Westminster, MD, who is the granddaughter of
Homewood resident, Vernon Rippeon, won the Distinguished Young Women of Maryland
competition. The FSK High School senior “earned $3,600 in scholarships.” With her winnings,
Elena said that “she hopes to study biomedical engineering at Duke University where she will
apply in the fall… As the (DYW) state winner, (Elena) will compete in the national finals next
year in Mobile, Alabama.” [Source: Carroll County Times, July 10, 2017]
GROUPS AND PROGRAMS
Bob and Gladys
Murray joined
the Homewood
community in July
2017 when they
moved a short
distance from their
home in Frederick
to the Lodge. Gladys grew up in Minnesota
and earned a BS in Nursing from Hamline
University in St. Paul. After a short career as a
nurse, Gladys worked in banks in Maryland
for many years. She is active at Evangelical
Lutheran Church, where she is a receptionist,
serves on the social ministry and finance
teams, and plays hand bells.
Born in San Francisco, Bob earned degrees in
business administration from the University of
Maryland and Boston University. After
serving in the Army, he worked for Science
Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
until retiring. Bob is a member of the
Chesapeake Investment Club and the Still
Bank Collectors Club. In addition, he enjoys
cooking and wood working.
Bobbie Parsons and
Diane Holter were
neighbors and good
friends for many
years and were
delighted when they
discovered that they had both decided to move
to Homewood at Frederick in the summer of
2016.
Bobbie Parsons was born in Chevy Chase and
is a graduate of the University of Maryland
NEW RESIDENT PROFILES Leslie Hobbs, Herb and Ronnie Janney
Arlene Duprey moved
from Bethesda, MD to the
Lodge at Homewood in
January 2017. She is a
DC native who graduated
from Dickinson College
in Carlisle, PA and taught
in Lansdowne and
Carlisle, PA, and Montgomery County, MD.
For many years she was the manager of the
Development Office at the Landon School in
Bethesda. Arlene enjoys reading, walking, bird
watching, gardening, and all kinds of
needlecrafts. She is glad to be close to her
daughters and be able to spend time with her
family.
Lodge residents
Ralph and Jo Ann
Osborn moved to
Homewood in July
2016 from their
home in Ocean
View, Delaware. Jo
Ann and Ralph were both born in Alabama and
graduated from Auburn University. With a
degree in Human Resources and Family Life
and Nursery Education, Jo Ann taught and was
the director of the Bradley Hills Nursery School
for many years. She enjoys travel, gardening
and reading.
Ralph, a Navy veteran, was a manager for
Marriott’s institutional food services division
and was later self-employed in the hospitality
industry. He now enjoys gardening and
volunteering.
Scott and Janeen
Taylor were
welcomed to their
home in the Lodge in
July 2016. Born in
California, Janeen
earned a BS from the
University of Maryland in 1968 and went on to
earn a MS and PhD from the University of
New Mexico. She was a professor of
education at Johns Hopkins University.
Janeen enjoys reading, yoga, swimming and
bridge.
After graduating from Ursinus College, Scott
attended Jefferson Medical College in
Pennsylvania in preparation for his career as
an obstetrician/gynecologist. He is a veteran
of the US Air Force who practiced medicine in
New Mexico, Baltimore and Washington, DC.
In retirement, he enjoys golf, photography,
reading, and writing. Scott and Janeen, who
have five children, moved to Homewood from
Bloomington, Indiana.
NEW RESIDENT PROFILES Leslie Hobbs, Herb and Ronnie Janney
with a degree in Economics and Personnel
Administration. She was an Air Force wife who
moved frequently with her husband and
children. Bobbie describes herself as a
“professional volunteer” who has been involved
with church activities in each place they lived.
She has been a Stephen Minister and a
newsletter editor, as well as a member of the
Red Cross, League of Women Voters, Officers’
Wives Club and many other organizations. She
enjoys gardening, sewing, reading crossword
puzzles, exercise and Bible study.
Diane Holter is a long-time resident of
Middletown. She was born in Amarillo, TX and
raised in Charlotte, NC. Diane worked as an
office manager for State Farm Insurance in
Frederick and was a Meals on Wheels driver for
more than 20 years. Active in the United
Church of Christ in Middletown, she prepared
and delivered backpacks that provided food for
students over the weekend. Now at Homewood,
she enjoys yoga, walking, traveling, reading and
spending time with her grandchildren.
POWER CHAIR POLICY Linda Procter, Community Services
Homewood at Frederick has recently updated its policy for the “Use of Power Wheelchairs and
Scooters.” All residents who currently drive these vehicles will receive a copy of the policy. A
copy will also be provided to all new residents upon their admission.
It is important to note that the policy requires screening through our Rehab Department. Once a
person has been approved, guidelines must be followed in order to maintain the ability to use the
power chair on the campus. The purpose of the policy is to prevent injury and property damage
that may result from the improper use of the power wheelchair/scooter.
The staff asks that residents please contact the Social Service, Nursing or Rehab Department if
they are considering the use of a motorized chair. The staff will work with any resident to deter-
mine whether a particular chair meets the criteria, and also to assess safety factors for the driver
and other residents on an apartment unit. Safety is of the utmost importance since we all want to
enjoy the shared space that connects us across the continuum of care.
TRIPS TRIP TO FIRE MUSEUM OF
MARYLAND Vernon Rippeon
On Saturday, July 8, six
residents and the
Homewood driver, Ruth
Lea-Wilson, journeyed
to the Fire Museum of
Maryland at Lutherville.
Touring the museum was
like taking a walk back
in history—from the old
bucket brigade, to man-
pulled fire apparatus, to horse-drawn vehicles,
to gasoline engines. Over 40 rigs were
displayed. The number of years that
firefighters used steam-powered pumps was
an interesting fact to learn. What an
improvement when the horse power of the
early engines increased from 20 on a Ford
Model A to 40 hp!
We were fortunate that the Chesapeake
Region of the Antique Automobile Club of
America held an antique car show in the
parking lot while we were at the museum. I
had personally owned some of the cars and
recognized almost all of them.
Ruth had arranged for our lunch at Pappas
Restaurant and Sports Bar. The food was
excellent; Pappas even had a gluten-free
menu. The service was wonderful and the
table conversation was entertaining. This
writer got locked in the co-ed restroom and
had to be rescued by the hostess. Even so, the
trip was great!
TRIP TO CARROLL COUNTY FARM MUSEUM Ruth Lea-Wilson
Typewriters, fishing nets, crow
bars and shovels; what do all these
items have in common? They
were familiar to us when we
worked in days gone by. We
hauled, we planted, we shoveled
and we loaded. It was all in order
to run labs, sew clothing and build
bridges and many other jobs that
our country needed in order to grow.
These changes in the way we worked and the pride
in our work over the last 100 years are chronicled
in the Smithsonian traveling exhibit housed in the
Carroll County Farm Museum. The Homewood
bus traveled with its resident passengers on Tues-
day, July 11, to learn how things are different now
and how those changes have created happier and
healthier lives today. We are better off now due to
all these changes. Farmers now are scientists in
order to manage their crops.
Law enforcement officers now use DNA testing to
apprehend criminals. Teachers now teach using
computers and some live great distances away
from their students. Typewriters, hand mixers and
fountain pens are a thing of the past. The result?
Our country is better today than it was 100 years
ago because of dedicated workers using their tal-
ent to create ideas to help our fellow citizens in
countless ways. This exhibit honored the men and
women who worked hard to make our country
what it is today.
And of course, no museum trip would be complete
without a stab at a local restaurant – Bullock’s.
Though no one managed to buy anything at the
bakery, we did WORK at having a delicious lunch!
TRIPS TRIP TO J BAR W RANCH HIGHLIGHTS Vernon Rippeon
On Saturday, July 1, four Homewood residents and their driver, Ruth,
enjoyed the J Bar W Ranch’s rodeo, Battle of the Beast, in Union Bridge,
MD. Two of the four residents had attended previously and two were first
-timers. Bull Riding was called, “the fastest growing sport in the world”
in 2013 by Forbes. In the American tradition, the rider must stay atop the
bucking bull for eight full seconds to count as a qualified ride. When the
bulls are released from their pens, they come out bucking and twisting;
Ruth had researched Bull Riding and explained why the bulls were so
mad. Most of the riders were thrown so quickly they didn’t even get to
qualify. One rider laid motionless on the ground after he was thrown from
the bull.
There were clowns present to distract the bulls from trampling the fallen riders as they climbed to
safety. The bulls’ horns are rounded off so they cannot gorge the riders. The clowns, with the
help of ATV riders, corralled the bulls back into their pens after each ride.
There were also exhibitions and games during the show. Two teams of two men played Cowboy
Poker; each team would try to lure a bull between their respective two barrels for a point. The
team with the most points won. Several of the players were thrown up in the air by the bull’s
horns!
Mutton Bustin’ is an event held at rodeos similar to Bull Riding or Bronc Riding, in which
children ride or race sheep. A sheep is held still while a child is placed on top in a riding position.
Once the child is seated atop the sheep, the sheep is released and usually starts to run in an
attempt to get the child off.
Barrel Racing is a rodeo event in which a horse and a female rider attempt to complete a
cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. The residents became quite good at
judging the cowgirl riders. Ruth is amazing – she got that big Ford bus out of the lot ahead of most of the cars. The residents
arrived back at Homewood around 10:00 pm. Quite an entertaining night!
The Fire Museum of Maryland hosted an Antique Car Show
which several Homewood residents attended. Looking at a 1946
Ford was a sweet reminder of Walter Russell`s enjoyable out-
ings with JoAnn after he returned home from WWII and before
they married. The group headed for some seafood at the popular
Pappas Restaurant nearby. JoAnn found a special spot on a seat
in the lobby--the same seat where Oprah Winfrey sat when she
visited the restaurant. Rumor has it that she still orders her crab
cakes from Pappas. Photos by Ruth Lea-Wilson
SATURDAY NIGHT MOVIES 7:00 pm in the Crumland Farms MPR
(Subject to change) Nancy McIntyre
Aug 5 No movie is scheduled.
Aug 12 The Red Shoes 1948
Aug 19 Love Me Tender 1956
Aug 26 Our Vines Have Tender Grapes
MEDIA NEWS
NEW LARGE PRINT BOOKS Second Floor Library Nancy McIntyre
A Man Called Ove - Backman
If Not For You - Macomber
All the Light We Cannot See - Doerr
Hidden Figures - Shetterly
VOLUNTEERS Ronnie M. Janney
We come to help, to visit and read;
We make new friends who become treasures indeed.
Some communicate with their voice, their eyes or a touch;
But however they speak to us, we care about them so much.
Some are or were teachers, farmers and homemakers, too,
Choir members, nurses, volunteers like me and you.
Sometimes our smiles can light up the whole place
And you can tell you are appreciated by looking at their face.
Beyond the aches and pain, past the sorrow and fear,
We can ease some of their strain by bringing support and good cheer.
Some volunteers work behind the scenes;
They, too, bring comfort and help, but sight unseen.
Recognize--your service is beyond compare;
You reach out to others and show that you care.
You give of yourselves, your energy, talent and time.
You each are, indeed, one of a kind.
June 2017, West End Picnic
Residents from 12 cottages in the West End
(and a few former residents) gathered for a
summer picnic orchestrated by Barbara
Pasike and Evelyn Manwiller on June 28. It
was held between cottages 9 and 10. The
menu was crunchy fried chicken, pulled pork,
sodas, coffee and delicious
desserts! Everyone brought a dish, and many
are favorites from year to year. Bruce
Poynter led everyone in a sing-a-long which
was enjoyed by all.
VOLUNTEER NEWS
HAVE YOU BEEN TRACKING YOUR VOLUNTEER HOURS?
We are officially half way through the year. Please take the time to review your
timesheets to be sure you are recording your volunteer hours accurately. Any
time you are “working” for Homewood, and not getting paid is considered
volunteer time. This includes set up, preparation, rehearsal, clean up, etc.
Please contact Liz, Volunteer Coordinator, with any questions about how to
calculate or record volunteer hours.
MRS. MCGILLACUTTY’S ROLLING CART
Several times each week one of Homewood at Frederick
Auxiliary’s smiling volunteers pulls Mrs. McGillacutty’s
Five-and-Dime Cart up and down the HealthCare corridors
loaded to the brim with magazines, puzzle books, toothpaste,
deodorant, body wash, hand lotion and other sundries. The
Auxiliary’s squad will take the time to stop and say “Hello”
to each and every resident of Meadows and Meadows Court,
and offering, free of charge, small items of convenience.
Originally intended as a magazine cart, this program has ex-
panded over the past decade to offer much more. Many of
the residents look forward to seeing a familiar smiling face,
someone stopping to ask if they need anything. This travel-
ing band of volunteers has also helped address cards, write letters and pick up books from
the Homewood Library. What the residents seem to enjoy most, however, is the personal
one-on-one interaction they get from the volunteers who deliver warmth and kindness.
The Rolling Five-and-Dime cart service is also offered each Thursday to Assisted Living resi-
dents when lively volunteers knock on doors, check on residents and exchange smiles and sto-
ries and, of course, offer residents such things as shampoo, toothpaste, room fresheners and
hand lotion to tide them over. When someone has a birthday, the roving troubadours will even
take the time to sing Happy Birthday.
Each volunteer conveys a sense of commitment and dedication. Week after week, the cart is
filled with purchased items using donated funds, and heads out to see who needs what, often
with homemade cards or special small gifts for the residents. The cart means more than just
making sure someone doesn’t run out of toothpaste; it’s about the human and heartfelt one-to-
one interaction with residents, brightening their days. The cart is graciously funded by Home-
wood’s Auxiliary. To make a monetary or product donation to help keep the cart rolling,
please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Liz Kannenberg, at 301-644-5646.
THE CHATTER NEWSLETTER STAFF
Editor……..…………………..……………….….Pat Morgan
Correspondents…………….…..…Leslie Hobbs, Herb Janney,
Ronnie Janney, Terry Higgins
Photographers on call*…….. Roland Hobbs, Vernon Rippeon
Janet Menzer
Final Proofreaders…………… Herb Janney, Ronnie Janney
Advisor, Production Manager.… ……….………Julie Norris
*CONTACT the Editor Email: [email protected]
In-house: Box 213; Phone X 5810
DEADLINE to submit copy: 15th
of any month
NOTICES
NOTICE: Fitness Department class schedules
are available beside the sign-in sheets in the
Wellness Center at Crumland Farms and in the
Fitness Center at the Lodge. Listed on these
schedules are exercise classes, class
cancellations and upcoming events. With
questions, stop by either Fitness Department
office or call X 6040 (Crumland Farms) or X
4018 (Lodge).
NOTICE: CORRECTION: To log in and use
the Resident APP, go to myhflife.org; enter user
name (first two letters of the resident’s first
name plus last name), and password (resident’s
account number that can be found on each of
the resident’s meal receipts and also on the
resident’s monthly statement).
NOTICE: Please notify businesses, magazine
publishers, houses of worship and friends to
include your apartment number in your mailing
address. This will be most helpful to those
volunteers who sort the mail.
NOTICE: Dinner shuttles will run only
between 5:00 and 8:00 pm on Tuesdays,
Thursdays and Saturdays. All other “on-
campus-event” shuttles that are listed on
residents’ monthly calendars will leave 15
minutes prior to the start time of the
events. Those shuttles will then depart 15
minutes after the events have ended. For the
shuttles to continue to be offered, residents
must take advantage of them.
NOTICE: Do you have a friend or family
member interested in volunteering at
Homewood? We have diverse volunteer
opportunities. Volunteers age 14-18, are
welcome with a permission slip signed by a
parent or guardian. Volunteers of all ages
should contact Liz Kannenberg, Volunteer
Coordinator, at 301-644-5646.
NOTICE: Homewood will its Annual Holiday
Sale on December 7 in the Multi-Purpose
Room at Crumland Farms, from 10:00 am-
3:00 pm. If you or someone you know would
like to be a vendor, contact Liz Kannenberg at
301-644-5646 or [email protected].
