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THE MAGAZINE OF TEL HAI RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
LIFE
Tel Hai | Fall 2019
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10 CONTENTS
4 Everyday Superheroes
The Tel Hai community is full of unmasked
superheroes. Simply put, they’re everyday
people doing amazing things. They’ve overcome
personal challenges, turned tragedy into
triumph and transformed the lives of others with
Tel Hai Life Magazine their love and compassion.
Fall 2019
EDITOR
Jolene Weaver 12 To Infinity and Beyond!
Director of Communications Close to home and in lands far, far away,
Tel Hai residents are changing the
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
Keeli Looper world. And in the case of Bonnie, Connie and
Rick, they’re doing it one picture, one book
DESIGN and one training at a time.
Anstey Hodge Advertising Group, Roanoke, VA
PHOTOGRAPHY
The Premise Studio, Lancaster, PA 20 Up, Up and Away:
Environmental Services
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PRINTER
They slice through shrubbery like Wolverine.
Progress Printing, Lynchburg, VA
They move furniture like Iron Man. They slay
Tel Hai Life is published quarterly by Tel Hai Retirement bacteria in the water treatment plant like
Community. Send address changes to Tel Hai Life, Aquaman. They help, serve and protect.
Tel Hai Retirement Community, P.O. Box 190, They are Environmental Services.
Honey Brook, PA 19344, call (610) 273-9333, ext. 2144
or e-mail us at telhai@telhai.org.
The views and opinions expressed in Tel Hai Life 2 A Letter from Leadership
do not necessarily represent the official policies
of Tel Hai Retirement Community, nor are they 10 Service Spotlight
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always the opinions of the editor. Additionally,
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18 Advantages of Community
corresponding comments are the personal opinions
of the original authors and do not represent the 22 Come to Life
official policies of Tel Hai Retirement Community.
For more information, please contact (610) 273-9333,
ext. 2144 or telhai@telhai.org.
On the cover: Wendy Corle, George Young, and Sue
Kimani. Photo by The Premise Studio.
A LETTER from LEADERSHIP A LETTER from LEADERSHIP
Everyday Superheroes
Keeli Looper, Vice President of Human Resources
Keeli Looper, Vice President of Human Resources
Honey Brook: a lovely,
rural village community
surrounded by the
beautiful and rolling
hillsides of Chester
County. But for this
issue of Life magazine —
Everyday Superheroes —
it’s like we’re in
Gotham City! 2019 Team Member Award Winners: (L to R) Janice Williams (Leader of the Year),
Cassandra Brendlen (Rookie of the Year), Tammy Jacobs (Harmony Award),
Sharon Stephens (Team Member of the Year), Suzanne Hafer (Harmony Award)
J
ust like Clark Kent masses of “everyday people” who started. I hope you’ll explore our Lastly, I’m excited to share with you
(Superman), Bruce Wayne have touched my heart. I first vast volunteer opportunities that can how to “Be Your Own Superhero”
(Batman) and countless joined our community as Director provide you with an enriching on page 18. As many of my fellow
other hero and heroine of Volunteer Services in 2011, and purposeful connection with team members at the Hill of Life can
characters from our youth, and was promoted to Vice President those who live and work at Tel Hai. attest, we often hear from residents
we’re in the epicenter of everyday of Human Resources in 2015. Volunteering is always a great way that “moving to Tel Hai was one of
people doing amazing things. And with that, I’ve had the privilege to experience our culture before you the best decisions I’ve ever made.”
From team members to volunteers of experiencing the exceptional. move here. I can assure you — your We want you to join them.
to residents, we’ve got unmasked time, gifts and talents will be gladly
superheroes among us. They wave Turn the page, and you’ll meet used for maximum impact by our It’s time to take your future into
at you as they stroll down Evergreen George, Wendy and Sue. Their talented team members. your own hands by putting on
Drive, they greet you at lunch at stories, their impact and their that mask, tightening up that cape,
the Garden Café, and they open testimonies are unique, personal On page 12, you’ll also learn about and taking the leap. I promise
the door for you as you enter the and immense. They aren’t just the good works being done locally, you’ll be glad you did!
StoneCroft Aquatics Center. do-gooders. Each in their own way, regionally and internationally by
they are serving, helping and lifting residential living residents Bonnie,
During my nine years at Tel Hai, up those around them with love Connie and Rick. Close to home Sincerely,
I’ve seen incredible acts of service, and compassion. It’s not who they and in lands far, far away, they
heartwarming moments of people want to be, it’s who they are. are changing the world with each
saving the day, and truly heroic picture taken, book read and
actions. But in combination with You’ll also read in this issue about training completed.
those memorable occasions, it’s the Volunteer Services and how to get
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Move over, Clark Kent, and make way for
George Young. With a heart of gold and a
smile that will warm your soul, George is
a force to be reckoned with.
G
eorge’s life is one of two and Savior. I decided to give my
births — both special and life over to Him,” said George.
both life affirming. “I was “And things in my life were starting
born to Christian parents to change.” George was accepted
[pictured on right] and my father was at a vocational training school in
a Baptist minister,” George reflected Johnstown, Pa. Evaluated mentally
on being raised as a single child in and physically for a job skills fit,
Factoryville, located in Northeast George spent time shadowing the
Pennsylvania. “My mother was first custodian of the school.
pregnant with a boy, but he died
within his first day. Seven years later, After landing his first job working
she prayed that if God can’t use second shift as the Custodian at the
me, to take me. But I survived.” Coatesville Vo-Tech, George spent
The Tel Hai community is full of his next 37 years as a Custodian at
unmasked superheroes. Simply put, Born with cerebral palsy, George’s Octorara School District. A beloved
upbringing was very much like employee retiring in 2006, George
they’re everyday people doing amazing that of his peers but not absent of is still fondly remembered by his
challenges. “Back then, they sent former students and co-workers,
things. They’ve overcome personal
kids like me away. But my mother many within the Tel Hai community.
challenges, turned tragedy into wouldn’t have it. My school district
provided me additional support. In 1991, George married Barbara,
triumph and transformed the lives of For three extra hours a day, my whom he met through his church,
others with their love and compassion. teacher gave me envelopes with Parkesburg Baptist. They enjoyed
tests. And at 18, I graduated from two decades of a loving life together,
What an inspiration to live in a Lackawanna Trail Junior-Senior High making their home on Third Street
community with a real-life Superman, School in 1966,” shared George. in Parkesburg. Diagnosed with
dementia, Barbara attended Adult
Wonder Woman and Batgirl. But his most important life milestone Day Services 3 days a week. As the
also came at 18: his rebirth. “I had disease progressed, the Youngs
Are you ready to join them? accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord moved to Tel Hai into Lakeview
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“People in my
Wonder Woman Wendy Corle,
life have been an LPN in Meadows Health Care,
good to me. has turned tragedy into triumph
It’s part of my more than twice in her life.
own Christian
“I
commitment to entered the nursing field
because I saw the incredible
show love to power that came with nursing
when my grandfather got
others as God sick. I was his primary caregiver
when I was younger and I watched
loves us.” him suffer. It was heartbreaking.
But when he was helped by
professional nurses, I saw the grace
Personal Care in 2006. Barbara “George has one of the biggest and merciful care that was given
utilized the continuum of care and hearts I’ve ever known. He inspires to him, the sick, the aging,” shared
transferred to Meadows Health me and people within our commu- Wendy. “It changed my life.”
Care until her passing in 2010. nity to be more giving and kind,
just by his actions and unwavering Joining the Tel Hai team in 1999,
“People in my life have been good mission to serve God. He’s just Wendy began her clinical career as
to me. It’s part of my own Christian awesome!” shared Amy Whary, a Nursing Assistant in Meadows
commitment to show love to others Volunteer Services Coordinator. Health Care. In the midst of raising
as God loves us,” shared George, In 2016, George was named three children and working full-
as he reflects on his inspiration “Volunteer of the Year” for his servant time, Wendy went back to school to
behind his steadfast commitment heart and outstanding service. become a Licensed Practical Nurse
to serving others. in 2001. After moving to night shift,
Within his church, George is known Wendy found her “sweet spot”
On any given day, George can be for his deep humility and service in the Meadowbrook neighborhood
found performing an act of service, to others. He’s taught Sunday for the last ten years.
love and support to his neighbors. school and led adult Bible studies,
He transports wheelchair-bound served on a mission trip and as a During that time, Wendy endured a Chris fought for years to overcome
residents to and from Meadows deacon. In 2015, George received divorce and life as a single mother, the effects of past abuses at the
Health Care to the salon, Chapel the “Man of the Year Award” and later navigated the waters of hands of a trusted church friend.
service or to an activity. He provides from the American Baptist Men of combining her family of four with Experiencing a psychotic break
friendly visitation, bedside prayer Pennsylvania and Delaware. that of her second husband, Larry, after the death of Wendy’s mother
and escorts residents outside for a who had two children of his own. from cancer, Chris accidentally
stroll on fair weather days. An avid reader of biographies, “We had five teenagers in our overdosed on prescription medication
Left to Right: Barbara, George, history books and the Bible, house at the same time,” shared and passed in his sleep.
George’s mother Ida Needham and
He accompanies residents to a George’s favorite passage is found Wendy. “It was quite the challenge.”
stepfather Carlton Needham (seated).
weekly Bible study discussion and in Philippians 2:5-9, which has “Chris’s death was the biggest battle
can be found setting up projection become a compass for his life. But Wendy’s biggest challenge — of my life. Either I could shrink
equipment for a Saturday night “To me, this is the Gospel message. and what she calls the ultimate test away or turn to forgiveness,” shared
movie or serving on Lakeview To be like Jesus is to be a servant of faith — was the death of her Wendy. “I decided to surrender and
Personal Care Residents Council. and to serve others. This is how 28- year-old son Christopher in 2017. let God take the wheel.” And take
I live my life,” George said. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, the wheel He did.
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“I’m excited for the future and
to see God bear more fruit Wendy reflected. Whether it’s And work hard she does. Transi-
providing food, friendly visitation tioning into the Housekeeping II
with the work we are doing. or physical support like trash Special Projects position, Sue leads
removal or beautification efforts, the cleaning efforts for all new
Transformations can happen Wendy considers herself “grateful” construction and renovated
with forgiveness, surrender to have found a career and a
personal passion for helping others.
accommodations. Prior to a
household joining the community
and compassion.” “I’m excited for the future and to
and entering their new home,
Sue is the one who makes it shine.
see God bear more fruit with From appliances to window tracks
Finding inspiration in knowing at Morgantown Community the work we are doing,” said Wendy. to ceilings, Sue knows when it’s
Chris was saved, Wendy felt Church. “We entered some of the “Transformations can happen ready to welcome its new occupants.
led to turn her personal pain to most disadvantaged areas of with forgiveness, surrender and
productivity. It first started Reading City and served mothers, compassion.” “Sue is absolutely amazing.
with volunteering monthly in children and families. We met their She’s dependable, trustworthy,
meal preparation with City Gate most basic needs first,” said Wendy. So what’s up next for Wendy? hardworking, gracious, kind and
Mission in Coatesville, a ministry Perhaps completing the college treats everyone with compassion.
serving at-risk communities, Then, she began her own Adopt-A- credits and clinicals she needs to In everything she does, she just
prisoners and broken families. Block in Morgantown, serving become a Registered Nurse. dedicates herself to doing the job
low-income seniors in a mobile What is certain? Expanding her right and doing it with a genuine
Next, it was volunteering weekly home community. “At first, people love and support of those who smile,” shared Housekeeping
with Adopt-A-Block in Reading wouldn’t even open their doors need her the most, the vulnerable, and Laundry Supervisor Jackie Bean.
with others from her congregation to us. Now, they can’t wait to see me,” the weak and the forgotten.
Sue is responsible for the weekly
inventory of housekeeping supplies,
disbursement of received orders,
and housekeeping inspections.
“I knew that was my chance, She also fulfills critical work orders
my opportunity,” shared Sue. that are time sensitive or hazardous.
She might not fight crime like Batgirl, The opportunity was to take her Her area of responsibility has also
but Tel Hai team member Sue Kimani is, in her skillset and expand her earnings grown and includes both private
to support her then 16-year-old son and public areas throughout the
own right, very much a heroine. Vincent, who remained in Kenya. campus on a daily, weekly and
Working with the family until they monthly schedule.
relocated again in 2015, Sue joined
the Tel Hai team as a housekeeper “This is my home now. Tel Hai is “I put my life in God’s hands.
O
riginally from Muranga, modeled self-sacrifice, as her in 2011 for additional income. like my second home,” shared Sue.
Kenya, a province northeast mother was ever-present in the home, And, in fact, it is. Sue — who lives in Sometimes it gets hard, but
of Nairobi, Sue was one keeping the children safe and the That’s two full-time jobs for more
of seven siblings raised in a homestead operational. than four years. “I put my life in
Honey Brook — became a United
States citizen in December of 2016. God always keeps me moving.”
rural farming community. Growing God’s hands. Sometimes it gets “This community, the team members
up in a Catholic home, Sue knew a Sue worked in housekeeping for an hard, but God always keeps me and the residents, they are like to return to her “first” home in
youth filled with discipline, work insurance company, and later moving,” she reflected. Sending my family. I know them, their stories Kenya for more than three weeks.
ethic and faith. transferred to a human resources financial support back to Kenya for and their struggles. I get to interact Enjoying precious time with 26-year-
clerk. When the owner retired and Vincent and her extended family, daily with people who care about old Vincent, who is trying his
“We worked hard, very hard. closed the business, the daughter of “My son and his future is my life. each other.” hand at being a musician, her 76-year
We had to work the ground to grow the owner relocated her family I want him to have a home, his own old mother, siblings and extended
our food and tend to our animals,” to the United States. She asked family, and I want to provide him This summer, Sue enjoyed some family, “God always provides,”
shared Sue. Her father was a Sue to join her as a housekeeper security for his future. That is why I well-deserved time off. She was able reflected Sue.
foreman for the railway and and nanny. work so hard.”
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SERVICE SPOTLIGHT SERVICE SPOTLIGHT
Ordinary People, VOLUNTEER IMPACT*
Volunteers: Extraordinary Impact 6,165
31
eering
hours of off-campus volunt
4
(residents only)
V
Purposeful volunteering olunteer opportunities and volunteer, but also frees up develop friendships with team
rs
range from an hour a week critical minutes for the team member members and their neighbors. They
is a cornerstone of life at to several hours a day. to deliver timely medication or know the faces and the places!”
ntee
Tel Hai. Through the work
volu
Volunteers choose when and life-saving tactics. Without desk
how they spend their time, graciously greeters, paid team members would Just ask resident Bill Good.
of Volunteer Services, the performing purpose-driven work sit at our front desks to welcome “My biggest gain from volunteering
they enjoy. Opportunities are vast and guests and answer phone calls before becoming a resident was
4
lives of others are blessed
4,
38,116 281
can be customized to a volunteer’s in addition to completing their meeting other residents. I like
through the joyful service desire. From pet visiting to driving
the shuttle, volunteers from all skill
necessary job functions that make
our community run smoothly.
to know what’s going on around
me, and it was a great way to hear
of everyday, ordinary levels and interests are welcome. and experience life at Tel Hai.”
Volunteering also provides future
volunteers who have an Annually, volunteers devote thousands residents a wonderful opportunity Plus, volunteering isn’t just providing total hours of
volunteering
extraordinary impact. of hours to significantly enhance not
only the quality of life for residents,
to connect with those who live
and work at the “Hill of Life.” Many
a wonderful life-enrichment
opportunity for the giver and the
hours of on-campus
volunteering
family members and guests, but resident-led clubs and committees receiver. Did you know that Volunteer (all volunteers)
also the work environment for team welcome individuals from the Services records volunteer hours
members. It allows qualified team greater community to join in their as part of a formula used to demon-
da r year.
members to work at the top of their efforts to serve others, like the Sew strate that we’re an Institution tive of the 2018 calen
license and skillset, while freeing Creative and Chime Choir. of Purely Public Charity (Act 55)? * Statistics are reflec
up opportunities for volunteers
to give of their time and talents in a “Volunteering is like investing in your Tel Hai must regularly demonstrate GET STARTED
flexible and fun atmosphere. future home. And by volunteering, we meet Act 55 guidelines to maintain VOLUNTEER VOLUNTEERING
you are also doing research to find our PA sales tax exemption status.
For example, clinical team members out if Tel Hai is the place for you or to Because we advance a charitable OPPORTUNITIES
in Meadows Health Care rely heavily help solidify that Tel Hai IS the place purpose, operate without the need
1. CONTACT US! Complete an
RECREATION AND ACTIVITY HELPER interest form online at:
on resident volunteers for things for you!” shared Volunteer Services to generate profits for stockholders,
like escorting to/from the Chapel Coordinator Amy Whary. “We love donate services, benefit people www.telhai.org/volunteer
ON- AND OFF-CAMPUS SHUTTLE DRIVER
for events and concerts. It provides when future residents volunteer and relieve in part the government
a meaningful opportunity for before they move in. Through vol- burden, every recorded volunteer
WHEELCHAIR ESCORT 2. WE’LL CONTACT YOU!
relationship building, visitation and unteering, they learn so much about hour is critical to our ongoing SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROJECT ASSISTANCE We’ll review your information
conversation between the resident how our community functions and financial health. and contact you to chat about
CAMPUS CARE AND FLOWERS
your time, talents and interests
SOCIAL VISITOR and our available volunteer
DESK SERVICES/GREETER opportunities.
MAIL SERVICES 3. BECOME OFFICIAL!
POOL MONITOR Complete all final paperwork
MUSICAL TALENT and compliance-related training
and off you go!
RESALE SHOP SORTER/REPAIRER/HELPER
GOT QUESTIONS? Contact Volunteer Services directly at (610) 273-9333, ext. 2010
or email volunteer@telhai.org and let’s chat about your gifts, talents and desires.
We look forward to discussing opportunities that will best pair you with us!
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( M C C U R R Y )
BO N N I E
E R E U M
V ’SOSK
TO INFINITY »IM A G I N E A S I A
AND BEYOND
e po we r of
h
n e ss i n g t
Sh e’s ha r
n e fit o f many.
th e be
on e for
“I
don’t believe in retirement. money to buy her a flock of goats,
I believe in passion. And if you which then opened the door to
have the passion, you can make trips, anti-poverty initiatives and
anything happen,” shared Tel projects ranging from medical
Hai resident, mover and shaker textbook donations for doctors to
Bonnie (McCurry) V’Soske Reum. winter clothing drives for families
in the Afghanistan highlands.
As an English teacher, Bonnie
invested her professional career in Today, Bonnie serves as volunteer
the development and success of Executive Director of ImagineAsia,
her students. Prior to “retiring” in founded by Bonnie’s brother Steve
2007, Bonnie first visited Afghanistan McCurry in 2007. As a non-profit
in 2005 with no real vision of what organization, they work in partner-
her future would hold. But she ship with local community leaders
knew her compassion and love for to provide educational resources “I don’t believe
people wouldn’t cease. and opportunities to children. in retirement.
I believe in passion.
“Kabul had been decimated. Well known for his image of the And if you have
Close to home and in lands far, We were driving through parts of the
city that had once been beautiful,
young green-eyed Afghan Girl taken
in 1984 — which appeared on the
the passion,
you can make
far away, Tel Hai residents are which were now piles of bricks. cover of National Geographic —
anything happen.”
We saw a refugee family living in what Steve is one of the most iconic voices
changing the world. And in the had been a basement of a govern- in contemporary photography
ment building. We asked the mother over the past forty years. Bonnie
case of Bonnie, Connie and Rick, what we could do to help and we recently documented Steve’s life as
decided that we would purchase a the author of Steve McCurry: A Life
they’re doing it one picture, one flock of goats which could forage in Pictures.
right there in the ruins,” she shared.
book and one training at a time. ImagineAsia is also home to Bonnie’s
Inspired by the woman she met personal passion, the Young
during her visit, Bonnie raised the Women’s Photography Initiative.
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IE E E L L S
CONN Y S E R V I C E O F
»FA MIL COUN T Y
Learn more about Steve
McCurry and his work when
CHES TER
Bonnie presents “A Life
in Pictures” on Monday,
February 3, at 1 PM in the
StoneCroft Center for
r a o r d i na i r e .
Worship and Performing Arts,
s a R e a d e r Ex t
as part of the Life Enrichment Sh e’ w e r ? Sh e
er po fou nd
He r su p
Committee’s winter lineup
e n gt h
of educational programming.
e s s e s the str nts.
She’ll share images and harn o n s o n a
insights into the cultures
v ow e ls an d c
and people covered by Steve in
in Afghanistan, India, and
T
many other regions of Asia. el Hai resident Connie of hours over the years when benefactors who supported her
Eells has spent 20 years she’s helped children develop critical educational path from Scotland.
blasting through reading reading skills. From one-on-one
hurdles with kindergarteners reading sessions to working on Busy in her own right outside
at Rainbow Elementary their letters, numbers and even the classroom, Connie is dedicated
School in the Coatesville School full paperback books, Connie’s a to her two children, three
District. beloved classroom constant for grandchildren, and nine great-
all the children. Even after moving grandchildren, in addition to
A Registered Nurse by trade, twice following her retirement and the Chime Choir, Ukulele Band,
Connie retired in 1999 from the experiencing the loss of her husband friend visitation duties and
Coatesville Veterans Hospital in 2008, Connie’s remained serving as Program Director for
Bonnie and her volunteer team photography class for special-needs after a storied 41-year career in committed to her weekly volunteer the Honey Brook Seniors.
provide students the opportunity to
document their communities by
giving them the tools to create their
young adults with our instructor
Victor Figueroa. I’d love to see that
effort grow.”
HOW TO HELP private nursing, intensive care
and administration, earning a
bachelor’s degree from Immaculata
responsibility.
A graduate of the Scotland School
own art through photography. Consider becoming a prayer University and a master’s degree for Veterans’ Children in Scotland,
HOW TO HELP
They provide the equipment and Locally, “we’re currently looking partner for Bonnie, Steve from Widener University. Pa., Connie was a recipient of
training, and the students are for a skilled photographer who’s and the ImagineAsia team. the Spanish-American War Veteran
empowered to capture their culture. willing to provide photography Prayers of support for the “As soon as I retired, I started to Auxiliary scholarship and was
instruction to mentor teens at development of their local volunteer at the school. It is such a accepted to the Germantown
And on an international scale, treat, I just love being with the Hospital School of Nursing, now Contact the Family Service of
The Parkesburg Point,” shared ministry goal at Parkesburg
Bonnie has big plans. “One of my children. I absolutely love it, and through La Salle University. Chester County today if you’re
Bonnie. Serving the most vulnerable Point and their current
upcoming goals for ImagineAsia is I’ve had the pleasure of being with interested in volunteering
youth in the Parkesburg community initiatives throughout the
to provide a safe exhibition place the same teacher—Dawn Wooten — “My education as a child changed my like Connie. They serve critical
by providing a safe, engaging and world would be welcomed.
for our young photographers in since the beginning,” shared Connie. life. I think it’s the most important community needs in a wide range of
Christian environment, “we’d love
both Afghanistan and Puerto Rico,” thing in any child’s life and even locations, including nonprofits,
to expand our work by creating a Visit: www.imagine-asia.net
shared Bonnie. “Finding places to Logging her hours and participation with my own children, I’ve always schools, libraries and hospitals.
new platform of photography to Share: instagram.com/
expand the classroom capacity and join their current programming.” imagine_asia/ through the Family Service of had a passion for education. These
spaces for them to share their work. Chester County, formerly the Retired children are worth investing in. Visit: www.familyservice.us
Email:
Last year in Ponce, P.R., we held a Senior Volunteer Program, They are just awesome,” said Connie, Email: info@familyservice.us
bonnie3@stevemccurry.com
Connie’s lost count of the thousands as she reflected on the generous
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R O D R IG U E Z
D EIL EE N
RICK AN A I N I N G N E T W O R K
R
G L O B A L T
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g e th e r, th ey’ r a t tire?
To h e i
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D u o t i o
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of trut
A
third-generation Floridian “I prayed for more than 25 years
with Cuban roots, Rick that God would allow me to go
first met his “partner in to the mission field. I always felt I “For both of us,
ministry” Eileen when they had a calling, but God led me working with
attended Florida Bible elsewhere,” shared Rick.
GTN is a volunteer
College in the 1960s. After marrying
and relocating to the Philadelphia Through the years, Rick’s life opportunity that
area, they spent the last 52 years intertwined with that of Carl Green. has become our
serving together. “I first met Carl when I was his Rick recently returned from an Liberia in January. Next summer, calling at this point
youth pastor. Later, he worked for October trip to Liberia. His instruc- he hopes to join others from in our lives.”
First, they started a youth ministry me and I worked for him in various tion included “Preaching the Gospel GTN to serve displaced Congolese
in Ridley Park, followed by seven ministries. Upon my retirement, with Clarity” and “The Attributes believers in Mantapala, Zambia,
years on staff at Grace Chapel Carl was the one who encouraged of God.” the largest refugee camp in Africa.
in Havertown. During this time, me to consider the cross-cultural After that, they’re off to Myanmar,
Rick served in the United States teaching of nationals,” he said. Rick is headed to Nepal through located in Southeast Asia.
Marine Corps. “While at Grace, “Carl was working with Global early December, and back again to
I was Youth Pastor and we expanded Training Network, whose purpose is
the youth ministry program at training church leaders to effectively
HOW TO HELP
the church,” Rick said. After he lead their communities for Christ.
earned his master’s degree in The organization works in 78
Biblical Studies from the Dallas nations around the world.”
Theological Seminary, he then held
Consider becoming a prayer partner for Rick and
the position of Assistant Pastor “The thought of working with such
Eileen. Specific prayer requests for this critical
at Grace. a group excited Eileen and me.
ministry include safety for travel and time in each
For both of us, working with GTN is
country; clarity for cross-cultural teaching as
Next, they were led to a new calling a volunteer opportunity that has
the team speaks through an interpreter; and for
at Calvary Fellowship Church in become our calling at this point in
understanding for the men and women who come at
Downingtown, Pa. and later Church our lives.” Rick made his first
great cost (financially and physically) to learn.
of the Open Door in York, Pa. trip with GTN in 2017. He and his
Returning to Calvary in 1999, Rick team, led by Carl, traveled to South
Visit: https://globaltrainingnetwork.org/who/
served for 15 more years and retired Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
rick-and-eileen-rodriguez
in 2014 as Pastor of Care and Prayer.
16 Tel Hai Life Fall 2019 17A D VA N T A G E S o f C O M M U N I T Y A D VA N T A G E S o f C O M M U N I T Y
It’s aa Bird…
It’s Bird… It’s
It’s aa Plane…
Plane… It’s…
It’s…
THE FUTURE RESIDENT LIST
Remember kryptonite? It was the green, crystalline
material that would emit radiation to weaken
Superman. In its presence, Superman would lose his
strength, control and power.
What’s your kryptonite as you plan for your future?
What’s holding you back from being your best?
What’s constricting your life?
For many of you, the answers may be the same.
You need to rightsize your belongings. You have SO
much stuff. Or maybe you need to shed the financial ht Todaypare to take flight. It’s easier than
Ta ke upFlyouigr cap VISIT THE
and physical burdens of homeownership. You’re Tighten e and pre
Hai. Take your future into
BATCAVE!
ever to get started on your journey to Tel
dreading yet another fall of endless hours of leaf w you can do it!
your own hands and be amazing. We kno Also known as the Welcome
raking or a winter filled with snow removal woes. Center, it’s the Marketing
When, how and where do you start? 1. REQUEST INFORMATION
www.telhai.org/information 3. APPLY FOR RESIDENCY
www.telhai.org/residency and Communications Team
Request our detailed brochure, Upon successful completion and
“headquarters” of sorts and
Be Your Own Superhero!
which includes information on our acceptance of your application for
vast array of continuum services, residency, you’ll join the Future our not-so-secret lair!
amenities, a variety of accommoda- Resident List. You will be invited to
A
s we’ve shared in previous Upon successful completion and ple who aren’t ready to commit to
tions, refund options and pricing. community events and special We’re located in Cottage 304,
Additionally, we can personalize connection activities, and have access
issues of Life magazine, acceptance of your application for advancing their interest in moving
your information packet with specific to our Moving Resources Program. adjacent to the Hertzler
we believe that indecision residency, you’ll join the Future to Tel Hai right now. It’s not faster
floor plans that may interest you. Also, you’ll be eligible to join the Apartments. Once on our
is today’s kryptonite. Resident List. Often called a “waiting than a speeding bullet, but you do
Ready-Set-Go Program, exclusive to
Indecision is actually a list,” the Future Resident List provides advance faster than non-enrollees.
members of the Future Resident List! campus, simply follow the signs
2.
decision, a decision to do nothing. you the peace of mind and assurance SCHEDULE A VISIT
you’ve prepared for your future. “The Marketing and Communications www.telhai.org/visit and we’ll be waiting for you.
4.
It’s time to do something. Time to You’ll be invited to exclusive com- Team are mythbusters; it’s our CONNECT WITH US
become your own superhero and to munity events and special connection secret power! At least weekly — if not We encourage future residents and
www.telhai.org/connect
We’re open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm,
do it today. Let’s replace your worries activities until your desired accom- daily — we share with individuals their families to visit our community.
and what-ifs with a clear plan for modation becomes available. that we do not have immediate We want to meet you and explore From enriching volunteer opportunities Monday through Friday.
together your wishes for the future. to energizing aquatics classes,
the future. A future that includes a availability. We often have extensive Better yet, let us know you’re
carefree lifestyle with time to If you’re interested in moving to waiting lists for cottage, townhome We’ll discuss the services, programs there are countless ways to begin
pursue your passions, discover new Tel Hai in the near future, you’ll and apartment accommodations and accommodations at Tel Hai connecting within the community. coming and give us a ring at
talents, and spend each day doing also have the additional opportunity that can extend for years. It’s best to and tour the spaces and places that We encourage you to reconnect with
the things you truly enjoy. At Tel to enroll in the Ready-Set-Go Pro- plan ahead and join the Future interest you. old friends, meet new ones and (610) 273-9333, ext. 2144.
Hai, we make it easy to get started. gram at no additional cost. This Resident List now,” shared Tracy become immersed in life at Tel Hai,
means you’ll “ jump ahead” of peo- Weaver, Residential Living Counselor. even before you move here.
18 Tel Hai Life Fall 2019 19FACTS
AND FIGURES
THE CREW
THEY SLICE THROUGH SHRUBBERY
LIKE WOLVERINE. 5
LAUNDRY TEAM
5
GENERAL SERVICES
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THEY SLAY BACTERIA IN THE WATER TREATMENT
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THEY HELP, SERVE AND PROTECT.
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THEY ARE THE WORK
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ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES.
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vices
I
f every day is an adventure, At Tel Hai, residents always come
tal Ser then the Environmental first. Upon move-in to the community, WORK ORDERS
COMPLETED DAILY
WORK ORDERS
COMPLETED MONTHLY
en
Services Team at Tel Hai is new residents receive 2 hours of
nm
Enviro
blazing a new trail. They might complimentary facilities assistance
13,523 26,700
not be climbing mountains, that can include anything from
but they’re climbing water towers. hanging pictures and drapery to
They might not be swimming arranging and assembling furniture.
with sharks, but they’re testing the WORK ORDERS HOURS WORKED
pool water. And they might not Our Environmental Services COMPLETED ANNUALLY TO COMPLETE WORK
ORDERS
be fighting off bears, but they’re team members aren’t just workers,
exterminating insects. they are like family. They perform
preventive maintenance tasks inside
The Environmental Services Team — residents’ homes, like replacing
THE HEAVY LOAD
63 365
composed of three divisions air filters, and emergency-related
including Facilities, Laundry and situations like disaster, fire and
Housekeeping — includes a security response. One day they
dedicated workforce of 48 team may be in your kitchen fixing your
members who are tasked with the dishwasher, and the next day HOURS SPENT MANUAL SAMPLES
charge of keeping our community clearing snow from your driveway. PER WEEK OF TRASH TAKEN OF WATER
safe, orderly and clean. COLLECTION RESIDUAL CHLORINE
With square footage of indoor LEVELS ANNUALLY
700 448,124
Within Facilities alone, Tel Hai spaces totaling just shy of 1 million
employs specialized technicians in (that’s right, 1,000,000 sq. ft. of
trades including carpentry, electrical, indoor spaces), our extraordinary
painting, renovations, plumbing, housekeeping and laundry team
groundskeeping, mechanics, members work hard in keeping it LOADS OF LAUNDRY POUNDS OF LAUNDRY
and heating/cooling/ventilation. clean and smelling fresh. MONTHLY ANNUALLY
That means we can serve the
community quicker, faster and
with greater accuracy than outside
They’re unmasked superheroes who
are one step ahead and clearing the
20,823,615
contractors or outsourced labor path for you. GALLONS OF WATER
sometimes found at other USAGE ANNUALLY
communities. * Work and load numbers cited are averages
as calculated by the TMSonline Work Order
System and internal tracking measurements.
20 Tel Hai Life Fall 2019 21Worship With Us Our non-denominational services welcome individuals of all faiths.
Life at Tel Hai is enriching and rewarding. Join us for dynamic events, including Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service Holy Week: Good Friday Community
Wednesday, November 27, 7 pm Breakfast Featuring Bridge of Hope National
educational lectures, entertaining concerts and enrichment opportunities. StoneCroft Center for Worship and Performing Arts Friday, April 10, 8 am
Join us in worship at our yearly Thanksgiving Eve StoneCroft Center for Worship and Performing Arts
to Life
Service, which is a special service of praise with Join Edith Yoder and Bekah Bowland from
time for music and meditation. Bridge of Hope National, which trains and equips
local Christian faith communities to respond to
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service homelessness in practical, tangible, and neighboring
Tuesday, December 24, 3 pm ways. Registration is required by April 1 by
COME StoneCroft Center for Worship and Performing Arts
Join us in worship at our yearly candlelight
calling Pastoral Services at (610) 273-9333,
ext. 2009 or emailing at therr@telhai.org.
Nominal fee charged.
Christmas Eve Service. This joyous Christmas Eve
service will celebrate the birth of our Savior with Holy Week: Easter Sunrise Service
guest musical performers. Sunday, April 12, 6:30 am
Holy Week: Maundy Thursday Communion The Hillside Amenities of Tel Hai:
Thursday, April 9, 2 pm | Auditorium/Chapel Outdoor Amphitheater
Lancaster-based drama group Piercing Word will Join us for our Easter Sunrise Service as we
present the “Passion of the Christ” production, celebrate the Resurrection. Service will be moved
following the life of Jesus from Palm Sunday through indoors to Grandview Commons in the event
Bow Easter Morning. This service is based on the of rain. Dress warmly. Hot refreshments provided
C A L E N DA R of E V E N T S W I N T E R 2 019 & 2 0 2 0 words of the Gospels, and will include Communion. after the service.
A Character Singer
Christmas at the China: Past, Present and Sings in Character: Steve McCurry: 8 Non-Financial Ways to
White House Future Giant A Tel Hai Performing A Life in Pictures Prepare for Retirement
Tuesday, December 3, 1 pm Mondays, January 6, 13, 20 Arts Series Event Monday, February 3, 1 pm Monday, February 10, 1 pm
StoneCroft Center for Worship and 27, 1 pm Tuesday, January 7, 7:30 pm StoneCroft Center for Worship StoneCroft Center for Worship
and Performing Arts StoneCroft Center for Worship StoneCroft Center for Worship and Performing Arts and Performing Arts
and Performing Arts and Performing Arts
Learn about how the First Steve McCurry rose to Thinking of retirement or
Lady and White House Why has China become the Pianist Jeffrey Uhlig brings become one of the most recently retired? How will
staff plan and decorate US’s biggest supplier and his musical friend, baritone iconic voices in contempo- you add value and meaning
The People’s House for the rival in the world today? How John Anker Bow, for a rary photography over the to the quality of your life? Kim
holiday season. Join us as has China survived 3,000 captivating and fun evening past forty years, including Ready for a new, meaningful
we go back in time and years of history while the of music — in character, of his well-known image of the challenge? Join Chaplain
discuss the annual tradition rest of the world’s civiliza- course! A graduate of Rider young green-eyed Afghan David Hicks as he breaks Armchair Travelogue: Pianist Jeffrey Uhlig
and parties that started with tions fall apart? What can we University, Bow has recently Girl. The 2018 book A Life down author Joel Malick’s Ecuador and Galápagos and Violinist David Kim:
John Adams. From family expect from China in the performed for Disney in Pictures is the most tips for a purposeful retire- Islands A Tel Hai Performing
pets to Christmas ornaments future? Join Dr. Tom Ellis — Cruise Line’s European complete and definitive ment. Don’t retire, rewire. Monday, February 24, 1 pm Arts Series Event
sold by the White House who has studied, taught, and itineraries and regionally volume of his life and work. StoneCroft Center for Worship Saturday, March 28, 1 pm
Holiday Bazaar
Association, what will this traveled to China for more at the Dutch Apple Dinner Presented by Steve’s sister Macular Degeneration and Performing Arts StoneCroft Center for Worship
Thursday, November 21,
year’s theme include? than 40 years — for this four- Theatre and Montgomery and Tel Hai resident Monday, February 17, 1 pm and Performing Arts
10 am-2 pm Join Tel Hai residents
week series. Nominal fee Theatre in Souderton. Bonnie (McCurry) V’Soske StoneCroft Center for Worship
StoneCroft Center for Worship Barbara and Bruce McCleary Pianist Jeffrey Uhlig returns
Tribute Celebration charged. Reum, she’ll share images and Performing Arts
and Performing Arts for an armchair travelogue to Tel Hai for a captivating
Thursday, December 5, 6 pm and insights into the
From home-based businesses Experts from Levin, of their trip to Ecuador and afternoon of entertainment
StoneCroft Center for Worship cultures and people covered
to skilled craftsmen, our Luminais, Chronister Eye the Galápagos Islands. Stand with his violinist David
and Performing Arts by Steve in Afghanistan,
annual Holiday Bazaar is a Associates will discuss with them on the equator Kim. A regular performer
Remember and celebrate India, and many other macular degeneration, the in Quito and experience the with members from the
great place to get a head regions of Asia. His work
the lives of your loved ones leading cause of severe, thrill of seeing sea lions, Philadelphia Orchestra,
start on holiday shopping. includes coverage of many
by attending our annual irreversible vision loss in tortoises, blue-footed Uhlig is an in-demand
Local vendors display their of the most important
Tribute Celebration. Regis- people over the age of 60. boobies and much more chamber music player, vocal
wares, including handcrafted turning points in world
tration is recommended Together, we’ll discuss the up close and personal on coach and accompanist. As
wooden crafts, jewelry, history, including numerous
by Friday, November 22. symptoms, causes, diagnosis, the Galápagos Islands. the Philadelphia Orchestra
stained glass, pottery, and wars, the fall of the Berlin
Contact Alicia Guthrie, tests, treatments and preven- Concertmaster and an
florals. View the event Wall and September 11.
Development Office, at tion techniques available. acclaimed soloist, Kim
details at www.telhai.org/
aguthrie@telhai.org or graduated from Juilliard and
HolidayBazaar
(610) 273-9333, ext. 2036. Questions? Contact Judy Schweitzer, Community Life Coordinator, teaches at several universities
at jschweitzer@telhai.org or (610) 273-9333, ext. 2154 Visit www.telhai.org/connect for additional programming highlights. and conservatories.
22 Tel Hai Life Fall 2019 23The Resale Shop
Founded in 1997, the Tel Hai
Armchair Travelogue: Historical Moments with Workshop Series
South and Central America Ross Kershey
Resale Shop features a
Monday, March 2, 1 pm Mondays, March 16-April 13, vast array of donated items
February 7- May 1, 2020 available for resale to the
StoneCroft Center for Worship 1 pm 13 Weeks - Fridays, 10 am
and Performing Arts StoneCroft Center for Worship public, team members,
StoneCroft Commons residents and the greater
Join Tel Hai residents and Performing Arts
GriefShare is a special seminar and community. Extremely
Barbara and Bruce McCleary In this five-week lecture support group designed to help you rebuild affordable — and many times
for an armchair travelogue series event, we’ll explore your life after losing a loved one. Through “one-of-a-kind” — items
of their cruise through the the history of the Supreme this group, you will have friends to walk featured in the shop include
Panama Canal, with ports Court (weeks 1 and 2), alongside you through one of life’s most jewelry, china, pottery, glass-
of call throughout South Controversial Presidential difficult experiences. ware, collectibles, furniture,
and Central America. Elections (week 3), Amelia lamps, appliances, cabinetry,
We’ll see the sights of Chile, Earhart (week 4) and the Led by caring members of the Pastoral
and endless treasures.
Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Lindbergh Kidnapping Care team, sessions include video seminar
Costa Rica, Honduras, (week 5). Instruction is with experts, support group discussion, The shop is located in the
Belize, and Mexico. provided by Ross Kershey, and focus on personal study and reflection. Hertzler Apartment Building
former Coatesville Area Registration is recommended. Contact and all sales support the Care
Senior High School history Chaplain David Hicks at dhicks@telhai.org Assurance Fund for residents
teacher and local historian. or (610) 273-9333, ext. 2443. who outlive their ability to pay
Nominal fee charged. Nominal fee charged. for the care they require. Vis-
it telhai.org/resale for details.
WE’RE OPEN
14T H A N N UA L On the Campus of Tel Hai
Day in the
FRIDAY TUESDAY
Explore Tel Hai’s full 9 AM - 1 PM 11 AM - 1 PM
range of expansive
Country
November 15 November 19
accommodations, amenities
December 20
and services, including January 17 January 21
residential living apartments, February 21 February 25
O P E N H O U S E cottages, townhomes and March 20 March 24
Saturday, May 2, 11 am - 2 pm health services. April 17 April 21 “Holidays at The Hill of Life” | Brunch Buffet and Open House
Internment of Japanese-
Americans
Wednesday, December 11 | StoneCroft Center for Worship and Performing Arts
Monday, March 9, 1 pm
StoneCroft Center for Worship
and Performing Arts ALPINE ODYSSEY We’re all decked out for this joyous time of the year, and 10:30 am
Tel Hai residents Herb and OBERAMMERGAU our residents are eager to share why they love “Holidays Registration
and Miiko Horikawa will
share their personal at The Hill of Life!”
experience of the evacuation
of Japanese and Japanese- 11 am
Ring in the holiday season and join us for a delicious
Americans into internment
camps in 1942 following brunch, presentation and tours of community common
Brunch
the entrance of the United
States into World War II. spaces, amenities and well-appointed residential living and Short
Both American-born citizens 9-DAY TRIP: AUGUST 2020 | OPEN TO THE PUBLIC accommodations including apartments and cottages. Presentation
living in California, they
were included among the Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the community to join Chaplain David Space is now limited.
120,000 Japanese-Americans
who were forcibly removed
Hicks for a 9-day “Alpine Odyssey Tour and Oberammergau Passion Play” For additional information, Event begins at StoneCroft Commons located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook. We are only 3 short
miles east of Route 10 off Beaver Dam Road. Follow Beaver Dam Road to the campus of Tel Hai, then
12 pm-2 pm
in Germany and Austria from August 10-18, 2020. In conjunction with final pricing and
from their homes and
incarcerated into America’s
Educational Opportunities Tours, registration is open for the trip and seating registration instructions, turn onto Tree Line Drive and follow signs to StoneCroft. Parking is available adjacent to the entrance. Open House
is limited. Trip highlights include visiting Munich, Innsbruck, Salzburg, please contact
Concentration Camps. Oberammergau and the Passion Play, Rattenberg, and Neuschwanstein. Chaplain David Hicks at
dhicks@telhai.org or
Trip cost includes guided sightseeing, Passion Play ticket, roundtrip interna- (610) 273-9333, ext. 2443 Seating is limited. RSVP required by December 2. Call Marketing at (610) 273-9333,
tional airfare, fuel surcharges, government taxes, administration fees, or visit www.telhai.org/ ext. 2144 or register online in advance at www.telhai.org/Holidays2019
entrance fees*, gratuities and program fees, buffet breakfast and dinner*, oberammergau
deluxe motorcoaches, and first-class hotels. (*Except where noted.) Tel Hai Retirement Community | 1200 Tel Hai Circle | P.O. Box 190
Honey Brook, PA 19344 | telhai.org
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P.O. Box 190
Honey Brook, PA 19344
www.telhai.org
2020
THE MOVING Wednesday, March 11: 1-4 pm
EXPO StoneCroft Center for Worship
and Performing Arts
Mark your calendars. This educational
event will offer valuable information for those who are thinking, preparing
or in the process of moving to Tel Hai. You’ll hear from several guest
speakers who are experts in their field, like author of It’s Justuff: The Art of
“Holidays at The Hill of Life” Letting Go Sheree Richnow from Richnow Lifestyle Transitions. Also, we’ll
Brunch Buffet and Open House have a variety of move-related vendors, from moving companies to auc-
tioneers. Prepare for a jam-packed afternoon that you won’t want to miss.
Wednesday, December 11: 10:30 am Seating is limited. RSVP required by March 2. Call Marketing at (610) 273-9333,
ext. 2144 or register online in advance at www.telhai.org/MovingExpo
StoneCroft Center for Worship
and Performing Arts
“Taste of Tel Hai” Luncheons
W e’re all decked out for this joyous
time of the year, and our residents
are eager to share why they love “Holidays
If you haven’t already, join us for Tuesday, January 28
a “Taste of Tel Hai Luncheon” RSVP by January 20
at The Hill of Life!” Ring in the holiday to learn more about the Tel Hai
season and join us for a delicious brunch, Wednesday, February 19
lifestyle. In addition to a delicious RSVP by February 10
presentation and tours of community lunch, you’ll explore all the
common spaces, amenities and well- residential living options at our Tuesday, March 24
appointed residential living accommodations community and hear from the RSVP by March 16
including apartments and cottages. residents who live here. We’ll be Thursday, April 23
holding them at 11 am each month. RSVP by April 13
Seating is limited. RSVP required by December 2.
Call Marketing at (610) 273-9333, ext. 2144 or Seating is limited, so please register early. Call Marketing at
register online in advance at www.telhai.org/ (610) 273-9333, ext. 2144 today or register online at www.telhai.org/
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