Our Team Andrew’s Corner - belmontvillage.com · December 2015 Our Team Andrew Lee ... Kimia Sedaghat Community Relations [email protected] ... out at night and flood

500 S. Winchester Boulevard • San Jose, CA 95128 • Phone 408-984-4767 • Fax 408-984-0767

Belmont Village of San Jose

December 2015

Our TeamAndrew Lee

Executive [email protected]

Christie StifleDirector Resident Care [email protected]

Peggy BulgerCommunity Relations

[email protected] Sedaghat

Community [email protected]

Gaby BustamanteActivity Programs Coordinator

[email protected]

Camila BragaMemory Programs [email protected]

Josue DominguezChef Manager

[email protected] VaughanHuman Resources

[email protected] Bunce

Building [email protected]

Andrew’s CornerSo where is all the snow?

Where I grew up as a kid, wewould usually have snow by thistime of the year. My fondestmemories of the cold winters weremaking an ice rink in thebackyard. My dad and I would goout at night and flood the backyard, building one layer of iceafter another. All theneighborhood kids could come toplay. We used to pretend we wereprofessional ice hockey players,but in reality we were just a bunchof kids having fun.

What are your memories of theseason? I’ve observed how somepeople’s attitude seems to changein the month of December. Forsome reason they have a tendencyof becoming a gentler, kinder,giving soul underneath anotherwise stealth demeanor. Itseems that the holidays causesome magic to spill into theirpersonality.

But then I’ve also observed theother side of the coin where wefind the “bah humbug” EbenezerScrooge-type attitude—peoplewho almost seem to resent the funand festivities of the holidays. Theolder I get, the more I can almostunderstand why people resent allthe busyness of the season, sinceroutines are disrupted constantly.I’ve even caught myself saying a

time or two, “Andrew, be morelike a child and appreciate all thefun, food, and festivities thatDecember has to offer.”

Since my wife and I recentlybecame empty-nesters, I canunderstand that trap of longingfor “days-of-yore” when the kidsbrought that innocent sense ofawe and wonder, love and joy,laughter and energy intoDecember. But with each newyear, I try to challenge myself tobuild new memories. As long asthere is life in this ol’ body, thereare ways to enjoy each day, eachmemory and each situation. Whatit really does boil down tois attitude!

So how will you be spendingthe holidays this year? I will beeager to hear of the differenttraditions and events experiencedby the different families. Please donot stop making memories! Thatis of utmost importance. But ofequal importance is our ability totake a positive attitude toward notjust the season, but of each daythat we are given life on thisplanet called Earth. I suggest weall keep a smile on our face, abounce in our step, and look forthe all the best that this Decemberhas to offer!

“The difference between ahardship and an opportunity isthe attitude we take toward it.” —Rev. Norman Vincent Peale

December BirthdayLunch

Please join us onWednesday, December 23,

at 11:30 a.m.in Josephine’s Kitchen.

Resident BirthdaysDecember 1 Nicole AmonDecember 7 Hal MandellDecember 7 Larry ThompsonDecember 10 Marj CarpenterDecember 10 Fumiko EtoDecember 11 Janis StaytonDecember 13 Ann LaTorreDecember 24 Shirley ByleDecember 27 Louise VenutiDecember 30 Irene FultonDecember 31 Lynda Ardema

Employee BirthdaysDecember 1 Peggy BulgerDecember 4 Erick AngelDecember 9 Mary SanchezDecember 15 Susan SolliDecember 21 Delilah HaroDecember 21 Demetrio OrtizDecember 25 Jessica GabrielDecember 26 Flor CamacenaDecember 30 Theresa Thornto

Hi, my name is GabyBustamante and I am thrilled tobe the new Activity ProgramsCoordinator at Belmont Village!I have 12+ years of experience insenior living and I am verypassionate about working withthis population. I am a never-empty inventory of compassionand cheer—and often a song or atwo-step. I am a San Jose local andlove that I am able to work at abeautiful community in myhometown! I look forward toadding new and excitingadventures to the residents’ lives!

Welcome to BelmontVillage

Janice LazeteraBetsey Johnson

New Resident Welcomeand Lunch

Join us onThursday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m.

Orientation: 7 Fl.11:30 a.m. Luncheon:

Josephine’s KitchenAll new residents will be invited to an

orientation about Belmont Villageand then a special lunch.

Brandee Acosta, PAL

Employee of the MonthOur well-deserving Employee of the Month is

Brandee Acosta. Brandee is one of our fantasticPAL’s, and she is always ready to assist ourresidents and families with a smile on her face.When Brandee is not at work, she enjoysreading and taking walks with her kids. Brandeealso enjoys ’90s R&B music! CongratulateBrandee when you see her!

Great job, Brandee; we are lucky tohave you!

**Upcoming Eventsand Activities**

Resident Holiday PartyJoin us to celebrate the holidayseason! Family and friends are

welcome to join in the festivitieson Friday, Dec. 18th, from 5p-7p.Please RSVP by Friday, Dec. 11th.Food, Drinks and Entertainment!

New Year’s EveCelebration

3 ... 2 ... 1 ... Happy New Year!Join us in ringing in the new year

with some entertainment andcountdown!

Wear your glitz and sparkles!Thursday, December 31st

Holiday PerformancesWatch your daily activity sheets

for special holiday performanceswith piano students, singing GirlScouts, violin players and more!

Christmas WrappingNeed help wrapping your holiday

gifts? Our friends at CloverleafCare will be here to help you with

your wrapping needs. Jointhem on

Tuesday, December 8th, at10a-12p on the 1st floor.

Scenic Drive to HolidayLights at Vasona Park

Join us on Friday, December 11th,to see the Holiday lights at

Vasona Park!Sign up at the front desk to reserve

a seat for this fun holiday trip!

Holiday CraftsMake sure to watch your daily

activity sheets in the month ofDecember for the new crafting funactivities we will have! Noexperience necessary!

Movie Nights Are Back!Movie Nights are back and

better than ever! Join us Monday,Wednesday and Friday nights onthe 6th Floor for snacks anda movie!

If you have suggestions ormovies you’d like to see, please letGaby Bustamante know!

**MBA EVENTS**

MBA MeetingMonday, December 7, at2:30 p.m. in Town Hall

MBA ActivitiesRemember: All MBA activities are

underlined on the monthlycalendar.

Please see Gaby Bustamante,Activity Programs Coordinator,for information on joining the

MBA Club.

**Chef News**

Chef ChatTBD

See Dailies for location and time

Sriymao Khath, Cook

Chef Demo With JosueTBD

See Dailies for location and time

Josue Dominguez, Executive Chef

December 2015O Outing MP 5th Floor MarketplaceJK Josephine's Kitchen B BistroTH Town Hall ExerciseGR Great Room MBAG Gym Outing

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

19:30 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:00 JK Sing-a-long1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Healthful Bites3:00 TH Mind Your Mind3:30 TH Medical Technology6:15 GR Card Games

210:00 O Shopping: Walgreens &

Banks11:30 O Lunch Outing

2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 GR Stitch Circle6:15 GR Blackjack


10:00 B Crafting Fun10:30 TH Catholic Services11:30 JK New Resident Lunch

1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Wine & Cheese w/Alligator6:15 GR Card Games

49:30 TH Let’s Get Fit!

10:30 TH Catholic Mass1:00 TH Holiday Movie1:45 JK Young at Heart Performs3:00 B Bridge Class3:00 JK Girl Scout Holiday

Performers6:15 GR Card Games

59:30 TH Senior Yoga w/ Rachel

10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 O Los Gatos Ballet: The

Nutcracker2:30 O Scenic Drive6:15 GR Card Games

69:30 O Church Outing

10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Violin School

Performance6:15 GR Bingo

Pearl Harbor Remembrance / HappyHanukkah

7

10:00 TH Pelvic Exercises10:00 O Shopping: CVS &

Banks1:00 G Balance Therapy2:30 TH Math Minds3:00 JK Musical Bingo6:15 GR Poker Night


10:00 JK Sing-a-long10:00 GR Holiday Present Wrapping

1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Healthful Bites3:00 TH Mind Your Mind6:15 GR Card Games


Banks1:30 TH Crafting Fun2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 TH Current Events3:00 GR Stitch Circle6:15 GR Blackjack


10:00 B Crafting Fun10:30 TH Catholic Services

1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Wine & Cheese w/

Kimberlye Gold6:15 GR Card Games

119:30 TH Let’s Get Fit!1:00 TH Holiday Movie2:00 JK Brad Bryant Performs3:00 B Bridge Class5:30 O Vasona Park Holiday

Lights6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Angel the Harpist

Performs6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Student Violin and Piano


1410:00 O Shopping: CVS & Banks10:00 TH Pelvic Exercises

1:00 G Balance Therapy1:30 TH Ceramics Class2:30 TH Math Minds3:00 TH Crafting Fun6:15 GR Poker Night


10:00 JK Sing-a-long1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Healthful Bites3:00 TH Mind Your Mind6:15 GR Card Games


Banks11:30 O Out to Lunch1:30 TH Resident Meeting2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 GR Stitch Circle3:30 JK Ken Sosa Performs6:15 GR Blackjack



1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Wine & Cheese w/ Eddie

Williams6:15 GR Card Games6:30 TH Space Exploration w/ C.C.

189:30 TH Let’s Get Fit!1:00 JK Paulette Renee Performs1:00 TH Holiday Movie3:00 B Bridge Class5:00 JK Resident Holiday Party6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 GR Furry Friends Visit6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Gregory Taylor Performs6:15 GR Bingo

Welcome Winter! 2110:00 TH Pelvic Exercises10:00 O Shopping: CVS &

Banks1:00 G Balance Therapy2:30 TH Math Minds3:00 JK Carol Thorson Performs6:15 GR Poker Night




Banks11:30 JK Birthday Lunch

2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 TH Current Events3:00 GR Stitch Circle6:15 GR Blackjack

Christmas Eve 249:30 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:30 TH Catholic Services1:15 GR Bingo3:00 JK Young at Heart Performs6:15 GR Card Games

Merry Christmas 251:00 TH Holiday Movie2:00 JK Steven Gary Performs3:00 B Bridge Class6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:30 O Scenic Drive6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Mark Watson Performs6:15 GR Bingo

2810:00 TH Pelvic Exercises10:00 O Shopping: CVS & Banks

1:00 G Balance Therapy1:30 TH Ceramics Class2:30 TH Math Minds3:30 MP Marketplace Opens6:15 GR Poker Night



3010:00 TH Crafting Fun10:00 O Shopping: Walgreens &

Banks2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 GR Stitch Circle3:00 B Happy Hour!6:15 GR Blackjack

New Year’s Eve 319:30 TH Sit & Be Fit


1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Francisco Performs6:15 GR Card Games

December 2015O Outing MP 5th Floor MarketplaceJK Josephine's Kitchen B BistroTH Town Hall ExerciseGR Great Room MBAG Gym Outing

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday


10:00 JK Sing-a-long1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Healthful Bites3:00 TH Mind Your Mind3:30 TH Medical Technology6:15 GR Card Games


Banks11:30 O Lunch Outing

2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 GR Stitch Circle6:15 GR Blackjack


10:00 B Crafting Fun10:30 TH Catholic Services11:30 JK New Resident Lunch

1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Wine & Cheese w/Alligator6:15 GR Card Games

49:30 TH Let’s Get Fit!

10:30 TH Catholic Mass1:00 TH Holiday Movie1:45 JK Young at Heart Performs3:00 B Bridge Class3:00 JK Girl Scout Holiday

Performers6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 O Los Gatos Ballet: The

Nutcracker2:30 O Scenic Drive6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Violin School


Pearl Harbor Remembrance / HappyHanukkah

7

10:00 TH Pelvic Exercises10:00 O Shopping: CVS &

Banks1:00 G Balance Therapy2:30 TH Math Minds3:00 JK Musical Bingo6:15 GR Poker Night


10:00 JK Sing-a-long10:00 GR Holiday Present Wrapping

1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Healthful Bites3:00 TH Mind Your Mind6:15 GR Card Games


Banks1:30 TH Crafting Fun2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 TH Current Events3:00 GR Stitch Circle6:15 GR Blackjack



1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Wine & Cheese w/

Kimberlye Gold6:15 GR Card Games

119:30 TH Let’s Get Fit!1:00 TH Holiday Movie2:00 JK Brad Bryant Performs3:00 B Bridge Class5:30 O Vasona Park Holiday

Lights6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Angel the Harpist

Performs6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Student Violin and Piano


1410:00 O Shopping: CVS & Banks10:00 TH Pelvic Exercises

1:00 G Balance Therapy1:30 TH Ceramics Class2:30 TH Math Minds3:00 TH Crafting Fun6:15 GR Poker Night




Banks11:30 O Out to Lunch1:30 TH Resident Meeting2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 GR Stitch Circle3:30 JK Ken Sosa Performs6:15 GR Blackjack



1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Wine & Cheese w/ Eddie

Williams6:15 GR Card Games6:30 TH Space Exploration w/ C.C.

189:30 TH Let’s Get Fit!1:00 JK Paulette Renee Performs1:00 TH Holiday Movie3:00 B Bridge Class5:00 JK Resident Holiday Party6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 GR Furry Friends Visit6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Gregory Taylor Performs6:15 GR Bingo

Welcome Winter! 2110:00 TH Pelvic Exercises10:00 O Shopping: CVS &

Banks1:00 G Balance Therapy2:30 TH Math Minds3:00 JK Carol Thorson Performs6:15 GR Poker Night




Banks11:30 JK Birthday Lunch

2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 TH Current Events3:00 GR Stitch Circle6:15 GR Blackjack

Christmas Eve 249:30 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:30 TH Catholic Services1:15 GR Bingo3:00 JK Young at Heart Performs6:15 GR Card Games

Merry Christmas 251:00 TH Holiday Movie2:00 JK Steven Gary Performs3:00 B Bridge Class6:15 GR Card Games


10:00 O Shopping: Target1:00 B Bridge Class1:30 O Scenic Drive2:30 O Scenic Drive6:15 GR Card Games


10:30 GR Memory Card Game1:30 O Scenic Drive2:00 TH Ceramics Class2:30 O Scenic Drive3:00 JK Mark Watson Performs6:15 GR Bingo

2810:00 TH Pelvic Exercises10:00 O Shopping: CVS & Banks

1:00 G Balance Therapy1:30 TH Ceramics Class2:30 TH Math Minds3:30 MP Marketplace Opens6:15 GR Poker Night



3010:00 TH Crafting Fun10:00 O Shopping: Walgreens &

Banks2:30 TH Circuit Training3:00 GR Stitch Circle3:00 B Happy Hour!6:15 GR Blackjack

New Year’s Eve 319:30 TH Sit & Be Fit


1:15 GR Bingo2:30 TH Exercise Class3:00 JK Francisco Performs6:15 GR Card Games

Meet Our NewDirector of Resident

Care ServicesChristie Stifle

In October we welcomed ournew Director of Resident CareServices (DRCS) to ourcommunity. Christie Stiflere-joined our team but she iscertainly no stranger to BelmontVillage. Christie served as anurse and Sales Assistant righthere in our San Jose community.

Christie did her formalschooling at both Fresno StateUniversity and Unitek College ofNursing in Santa Clara. She alsoreceived her RCFE Certificationin 2014.

“I just love Belmont Villagebecause it is my second home,”quipped Christie. “The residentsremind me of own family.”

Christie and her husband,Shane, both enjoy hunting. Butthe pride and joy of these twoyoung people is their9-month-old baby girl, SkylerMae. “Skyler has added a wholenew dimension to our life,”added Christie. “There is not amoment that goes by when I amnot reminded of my baby girland the love she brings to ourworld.”

We’re blessed to have Christiejoin our management team.

“My name is Camila Braga and I’m veryexcited to return to Belmont Village as theMemory Programs Coordinator. I had thepleasure to work with Belmont in the past aspart of the Memory Program team and also withthe Rehabilitation department. I am a BrazilianOccupational Therapist and like most BraziliansI am a soccer fan and love to dance! I have vastexperience working with seniors and theirfamilies planning and coordinating activitiesthat are physically, mentally and sociallystimulating. I look forward to working with ourwonderful residents, families and staff.”

Welcome to the team!Introducing CamilaBraga, our MemoryPrograms Coordinator

Circle of Friends CornerIt is that time of the year again

... Happy Holidays to you andyour loved ones! Circle of Friendsresidents are keeping busyexploring town on their weeklyoutings, engaging in the physical,mental and social activities builtinto the program’s structured dayand decorating our tree for thisspecial time of the year. Pleasemake sure to stop by and checkthe holiday ornaments we havebeen working on.

Roy and Yasuko were honored onour Veterans Day Celebration.

Neighborhood NewsIn the spirit of giving back to

our community, Neighborhoodresidents are making handmadeblankets that will be donated tothose in need. Working ondifferent Arts & Crafts projects,like Josephina arranging flowers,is one of our residents’ favoriteparts of the day. Those purposefulactivities encourage socialization,build self-esteem, improve mood& work on cognitive/physicalabilities like task sequencing,hand-eye coordination & finemotor skills.

Gia & Josephina arranging flowers

‘Tis the Season forHealth - by DRCS

Christie StifleThe holiday season is a favorite

time of year for many people, butit can be easy to overlook dietwith all the delicious foods, andeven easier to neglect exercise.Exercise is beneficial for everyone,and is especially beneficial forseniors over 65 years of age andolder. As the body ages, it takes alittle longer to repair itself, butphysical activity benefits people ofall ages and activity levels.

Starting or maintaining aregular exercise routine can bechallenging as you age, especiallyif you are discouraged by illness,health problems and injuries orfalls. While these factors can bediscouraging, these reasons areactually the best reasons to getstarted and keep moving. Thereare many benefits to exercise, andit can be enjoyable, especiallywith other like-minded people.

Regular exercise has numerousbenefits, including increasingenergy, improving mood andsleep, maintaining independence,lowering changes of injury,relieving stress, and eveneliminating symptoms of illnessor pain. Many medical conditionsare also improved with regularexercise, such as diabetes, highblood pressure, osteoporosis,heart disease, obesity, coloncancer, and Alzheimer’s anddementia. Exercise can also

improve your overall sense ofwell-being—it is the key to stayingstrong and healthy.

Remember to speak to yourdoctor before starting an exerciseprogram, especially if you have apreexisting condition. Since it maybe easy to overlook diet andexercise during this holidayseason, it is important toremember all of the numerousbenefits of exercise. Committingto an exercise program is one ofthe healthiest decisions you canmake. Don’t wait for your NewYear’s resolution. Get startedtoday!

Christie Stifle,Director of Resident Care Services

Resident ServicesFitness Center Hours

Monday-Friday8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Beauty Shop HoursWith Rachel

Tuesday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.Wednesday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.Full-Service Salon

Including cuts (for men andwomen), color, shampoo, set,

permanents and manicures

Transportation

Daniel Rodriguez, Driver

Please schedule transportation atthe concierge desk. Transportationis on a first-come, first-served basis.

**Tuesdays and Thursdays aredesignated doctor days.

Angelica Banda, Driver

Belmont Village Scene

Fun at the Rosicrucian MuseumKimia & Sal enjoying Happy Hour! Bellarmine volunteers with residents

Cynthia and Frances sharing a smile! Gary is honored on Veterans Day Juanita proudly displays our flag

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Our Team Andrew’s Corner - belmontvillage.com · December 2015 Our Team Andrew Lee ... Kimia Sedaghat Community Relations [email protected] ... out at night and flood