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Gull Creek Gazette
JULY 2021
At A Glance From the Desk of the CEO
Rod Burkett
I was recently asked if I saw anything positive coming from
COVID-19. My initial reply was no, there was no positive
direct impact from the disease itself, but there were some
positive benefits from how the pandemic made us think and
behave differently than what we were used to.
The implementation of various safety precautions and restrictions resulting
from the pandemic sparked the question, “why do I/we carryout the various
routines and procedures in our daily work and personal lives?” Are these
numerous things that take so much of our time and energy truly important, or
are they more of a habit that we follow, whether they provide a decent payoff
or not?
Happy Independence Day!
The pandemic caused us to pause and ask ourselves, what things or processes
are no longer relevant, or no longer needed? What things can be left behind, or
what procedures can be minimized to leave room or time for more high value
items or activities?
Therefore, the pandemic can be seen as providing all of us with a gift…while
being somewhat isolated, it was the gift of pausing, reflecting, and thinking
differently. Because of this mind shift, what things did we realize that can be
left behind, freeing us up to focus on the more important things in our work
and personal lives. Did the pandemic create a mind shift in you?... one in
which old ways that didn’t serve you well were traded for impactful new ways?
Deborah Denham RN, MSN, CPPS, CPHRM
Meghann Giarraputo MSN, RN
Importance of Walking This Summer
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IN THE NEWS
About the Month of July
Rick Banas
President Abraham Lincoln signed the first income tax bill on July 1, 1862. The tax on incomes of $600 to
$10,000 was 3%. For incomes of more than $10,000, the tax was 5%. Also on July 1, 1862, the Internal
Revenue Service was established by an Act of Congress.
The first international telephone call was made in July 1881 between Calais, Maine and St. Stephen in New
Brunswick, Canada.
July is the month crop circles reportedly start to appear in fields of corn.
July is National Ice Cream Month. Vanilla is the most popular flavor. The explanation is that it is simple and
goes with everything. Chocolate is #2.
July is National Watermelon Month. Watermelon is in the same botanical family as cucumbers, pumpkins, and
squash. It is the most consumed melon by weight in the U.S. There are several hundred varieties of watermelon
in the United States and Mexico. The five main types are seeded, seedless, mini, yellow, and orange.
July is also National Hot Dog Month. According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, an estimated 7
Billion hot dogs are consumed in the U.S. between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
The 17th Annual National Day of the Cowboy is on July 24.
July 27 is Take Your Houseplant for a Walk Day.
July marks the time of year when the sun is furthest away from earth.
Up until a few hundred years ago, the way July was pronounced was altogether different. It rhymed with
“truly.”
Here in the United States, July is a very special month as we celebrate our freedom and independence.
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Go for a Walk Outside
WELLNESS
Deborah Denham RN, MSN, CPPS, CPHRM Recipe Corner
It is summer in the Midwest finally. We have waited a long time
Microwave Baked Apples
to be able to go outside and drink in the fresh air, sunshine and
sounds of nature. It always seems like summer rushes by. We Ingredients
need to embrace each day that we can. 2 ea. Apples
Being outside and taking a walk offers so many benefits to your 2 tbsp. brown sugar
health and wellbeing. It is a good form of low-impact exercise and 1 tsp. ground nutmeg
you do not need to be speedy to gain benefits from walking. 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
Walking helps ease depression, social isolation, improves balance 2 tsp. butter
and builds core strength. Use your assistive devices if needed;
everyone needs a little help now and then.
Directions
Find a friend or two and make it a routine either in the morning or Core the apples. Do not carve out
evening when the temperatures are not too hot. Stop periodically the bottom; just the top and place
to smell the summer scents- fresh mowed lawn or flowers or warm in a glass container.
wind. Lift your face up to the sun and allow it to fill you up and
help you glow from the inside. Mix the spices in a bowl. Put 1
tsp. of butter on each apple and
Everyday is precious and going for a walk outside is a beautiful sprinkle with the spices. Cover.
luxury that we can all embrace. Microwave for 4 minutes or until
the apples are tender. Let the
apples sit to cool before serving.
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LIFESTYLE Moving Forward Together
Happy Birthday
Angela C.—7th It has been quite a year, but we are excited to be moving
Jay H.—7th forward one step at a time! Having visitors in the
Donald P.—17th community and the residents leaving the community for
adventures has added to the positive energy and
excitement at Gull Creek. We are starting to enhance our
programming to include more programs throughout the
day, community-wide socials, scenic drives and shopping
excursions. We are excited for all that is to come next!
Monthly Council Meetings
Resident Council will take place on Tuesday, June 27th at 2pm
Family Council will take place on Thursday, July 29th at 4pm.
This council meeting give you an opportunity to hear about
community updates, ask questions and offer suggestions.
Employee of the Month—Ashley G.
In her short time at Gull Creek, Ashley has made quite an
impression on the community. Several residents, their
families and her fellow team
members have expressed what an
amazing job she is doing. Not
only does she complete her tasks
timely and efficiently, but she
takes the initiative to take care of
other items that need attention.
She is certainly an asset to our
team. Her dedication to Gull
Creek is recognized and
appreciated. Way to go Ashley—
keep up the great job!
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LIFESTYLE
UV Safety Awareness Horoscope
Summer has arrived and while the Aquarius (1/20-2/18)
sun is shining bright it is a golden Activity in your social and love life is
sparked, making you attractive
me to highlight July as UV Safety Pisces (2/19-3/20)
Awareness Month! We all love to This month brings self-confidence,
inner balance and contentment.
take in those warm summer rays, but everyone must Aries (3/21-4/19)
remember to protect their skin and eyes from the Lowered stress levels makes it easier
damaging effects of the sun. Many of us take advantage to relax
Taurus (4/20-5/20)
of walking around our community grounds, si ng on the You’ll make a good impression on
benches out front and going out for day adventures. We others with your creativity
encourage everyone to follow Sun Safety Tips! Some of Gemini (5/21-6/20)
You’ll get the push you need to make
these ps include, but are not limited to, wearing a hat, some progress on an outstanding
applying sunscreen, staying in the shade, limi ng the project in your life
Cancer (6/21-7/22)
amount of me in the direct sun, wearing sunglasses and This is a good time for travel,
staying hydrated! relationships and education
Leo (7/23-8/22)
Walk to End Alzheimer’s It’s easier to be yourself. Draw a line
and start fresh. Express yourself.
On Saturday, October 30th our team will be par cipa ng in the Virgo (8/23-9/22)
annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event will take place in This month brings a positive attitude
Salisbury, Maryland. Over the next couple of months, we will and enthusiasm towards life
Libra (9/23-10/21)
host fundraisers and other events to keep everyone involved.
Some kind of annoyance may nag at
The Alzheimer’s Associa on is a cause near to our hearts as many you until you are forced to act on it
people have known someone with Alzheimer’s, cared for Scorpio (10/22-11/21)
someone with Alzheimer’s or they may have Alzheimer’s A tendency towards laziness and
themselves. We walk because Memories should Last a Life me! selfishness is possible. Keep yourself
If you are interested in walking in check.
side by side with Team Gull Creek Sagittarius (11/22-12/21)
please reach out to Megan Your calming influence and charisma
bring admiration and popularity.
Richmond, Resident Services
Capricorn (12/22-1/19)
Coordinator at 410‐641‐3171 or Opportunities await you.
resident.services@gullcreek.com.
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LIFESTYLE Classic Crooners—Tony Bennett
On July 12th at 11am we will talk about the Life and
Legacy of Tony Bennett. Did you know that by age 10 he
was already singing and performed at the opening of the
Triborough Bridge, standing right next to the Mayor or
that he attended New York’s School of Industrial Art
where he studied painting and music? Not only will we
learn all about this classic crooner, but we will also listen
to some of his most popular tunes!
Tasty Socials
Who doesn’t love a delicious, sweet treat or a salty snack?
Throughout the month we offer ac vi es that are both
educa onal and tasty at the same me! Mark your calendars
Na onal Chocolate Day on the 7th, Coca Cola day on the 8th,
Breyer’s Ice Cream on the 19th and to round out the month
we will have our monthly birthday social on the 28th! The best part of
these offerings is we will share the history and trivia of the dessert and at
the end everyone will get samples to enjoy!
Happy 4th of July
We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July
holiday! Hopefully, everyone will be able to spend me with family
and friends, enjoy a good BBQ, a end a parade, and maybe even
see a few fireworks! We know our community will enjoy a delicious
lunch full of BBQ Ribs, Cheeseburgers, Chips, Corn and Baked
Beans! On this day we ul mately want to remember that the 4th of
July, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the passage of
the Declara on of Independence in 1776. Land of the Free!
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LIFESTYLE Kickoff to Summer
Ice Cream Social
I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for …….. ICE
CREAM!!!! We recently hosted a community‐wide
Kick‐Off to Summer ice cream social at Gull Creek.
The en re event was a sweet success and enjoyed
by all! Everyone loved selec ng their favorite
flavor and picking out any or all the ice cream
topping they wanted. We couldn’t think of a
be er way to Kickoff Summer then with a cold
delicious treat with friends!
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