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National Pie Day & Ugly Sweater Day
Our Life Enrichment department kicked off the month of December by celebrating National Pie Day on the
first of the month. Our wonderful residents got to participate in a pie walk, similar to a cake walk, & won
delicious prizes. Additionally, residents really got into the spirit of the traditional Ugly Sweater craze! During
Social Hour, our Life Enrichment Coordinator, Mimi, joined in the fun, too. The JANUARY 2022
holidays were filled with spirit, fun, and cheerful engagements for all to
participate in and treasure.
Annual Christmas Party!
Happy New Year! Last month Parkway Place threw it’s Annual Holiday Open House
Celebration! This party is one of the biggest of the year, as we have multiple entertainers, a
plethora of delicious food and desserts prepared by our fabulous Culinary department, & lots
of fun all throughout the first floor of Independent Living… no seats were vacant! This party
was such a blast for residents, staff, and even the many prospects who joined us as well. We
hope you all had a safe and very Merry Christmas!
Associate of the Month
Join us in congratulating Stephen Nwokoye for being named Associate of
the Month for December 2021! Stephen has been serving Seniors here for
a whopping seventeen years! Amazing! Stephen is a certified nursing
assistant in our Healthcare department. He comes to work everyday with a
positive mindset and truly has a five-star attitude in every situation. It takes
someone with a big, giving heart to help others daily and Stephen
exemplifies that perfectly. What a gem Stephen has been to Parkway Place
for all these years! Congratulations, Stephen, and thank you for inspiring
happiness daily here at Parkway Place!
Who Doesn’t Like a Good Agatha Christe Mystery?
In 1926, Agatha Christie vanished for 11 days. The book, The Mystery of Mrs. Christie, by
Marie Benedict, is a clever reconstruction of Mrs. Christie's mysterious disappearance. She
vanishes deliberately so as to ensnare her husband, Archie, in a trap as payback for his
infidelity. With twists, surprises, and an ending that packs a punch, The Mystery of Mrs.
Christie, is a whodunit worthy of its famous heroin. Some of Agatha Christie's most famous
books are those involving the character, Hercule Poirot, are Murder on the Orient Express,
The ABC murders, and And Then There Were None. Many years ago I actually traveled to
Yorkshire, England, the actual place where Mrs Christie spent her 11 days. The town is
proud of its connection to the famous Agatha Christie.
-Jerry Ballard, Independent Living Resident and Book Club Member
JANUARY 2022
Abe’s Corner Chaplain John Bender Resident Reminder
Wellness Wonders The other day my wife said to me, “Are you
listening to me?” In which I said to myself,
Although the holiday season is over,
Here are some “techy tips” to help seniors be more equipped for “that is a strange way to start a that does not mean that people out
the modern world with less worry and more confidence.
conversation!” I suppose that really means I there are not still looking for trouble.
1. If you are able, purchase a smartphone and get rid of your
was not listening. We sang an old hymn last Therefore, please always remember to
flip phone. There is a growing percentage of technology that
does not support flip phones as the months pass. A modern month at Christmas time, Hark, The Herald
smart phone can offer you much more at your fingertips Angels Sing. When is the last time you used keep all doors locked, remove all
than the old phone that takes much longer to use and find
things to help it work. Emails, phone calls, photos, the
the word ‘Hark’ in a sentence? Hark – a valuables from your vehicle(s), and
Dear Residents, Families, & Associates, Middle English word to listen attentively, pay
Greetings. Wishing you a Happy New
internet, emergency use, social media, television, movies,
attention, take heed, & to be sharped eared.
never give out personal information,
apps that offer games, weather, etc. These are all simple
year 2022. The list can be too long to and typical functions of smartphones of several The Israelites were coming into the promised such as credit/debit card numbers,
thank God, but it reminds us to have a generations. land (Deut. 4.1) and God said, ‘Harken, social security numbers, or home
heart of gratitude. Hope you had the 2. When creating passwords for things such as apps and Listen to my Words.’ This was not a
best holiday season and enjoyed the logins, create strong ones by choosing words that only you suggestion; it was a command. Hearing & address to anyone you do not trust.
would know, use unique symbols, and longer words that
best resident engagement parties and others would find complicated to memorize or use. obeying is the desired dynamic. Jesus was Additionally, beware of any scam calls
the gorgeous food our Chef displayed asked a question regarding the greatest and emails asking for any of the above
3. When in doubt, use Google. Google it if you are trying to
last month. I want to extend my find out how something is used or just basic knowledge commandment. He replies, ‘Hear (a
sincerest welcome to all our new about a person, place, thing, or otherwise. Google is command!), O Israel! The Lord is our God, information. If you are suspicious of
residents and the continued prayers considered a very trustworthy option to finding answers to the Lord is one! You shall love the Lord your any situation or see
almost any question you might have.
from all of you. I am thankful to the God with all your heart and with all your soul
something out of the
donations, gratitude emails, calls, and 4. When you get your smartphone, change the settings to that and with all your might.’ My challenge to me
personal notes that we received to the font is larger and you can read messages and wordings
and to you for the New Year is to listen to the ordinary, immediately
easier.
appreciate our staff. We had a great Word. It is more than hearing. It is hearing tell a Parkway Place
5. As soon as you get your smart device (phone, tablet, or
associate appreciation event in God’s Word and focusing your whole being,
December. I am sure that you are
smart home device) enter your family’s contact information
mind, heart, and will, on the Lord, receiving,
associate & we will
into the address book and stay easily connected.
watching the news to see how inflation 6. When emailing, do not reply to emails from people or places
what He says to us and obeying it. Pastor handle the situation
has caused the supply and demand on you do not recognize or know. There are millions of Warren Wiersbe writes, “The Word of God promptly. We thank you all for working
labor and supplies affecting the entire scammers who will try to bait you. Don’t fall for it. Ask a must penetrate our hearts and become a part
hospitality industry. This has been the friend or family member to check it out with you.
of our inner being if it is to with us to keep your home as safe and
worst in 40 years according to news 7. When you are writing texts or sending messages do not use change our lives. ‘Harken peaceful as possible!
ALL CAPS. This is bad etiquette unless you intend on the
sources. Our resident townhall meetings receiver knowing you are shouting at them. ALL CAPS is
to my Words’, says the
are during the last Tuesday of each understood as shouting when it comes to messaging. Lord, ‘He who has ears let
month at 3.30PM in the Chapel. This is him hear’”.
a great opportunity for seniors to hear
Never share your personal information such as your social
community updates. Thank you for your security number or your home address, unless you truly
love, support, and prayers to our team. know who you are dealing with and/or what you are
Looking for a blessed month of January involved with, and they are legitimate.
and inspire happiness. God bless.
Abraham Mathew Kat J. Alvarado,
Senior Executive Director Director of Lifestyle & Wellness
JANUARY 2022 INDEPENDENT LIFE
What’s Going On at Parkway Place Upcoming Events Important Numbers
DOOR OF THE MONTH V.I.P. DINING EXPERIENCE After Christmas Shopping Abraham Mathew 281-677-5904
Noelene Birkelo won Door of the Month for December! Oh, Every month our Engagements department hold Friday, January 7th from 10:30-2:00 (ML) Senior Executive Director
what a hard task it was to pick the lucky winner as we an event called Travel Adventures where
could’ve given everyone this honor. There were just too residents have the opportunity to learn and What sounds better than splurging on after Christmas Shima Reddy 281-677-5931
many beautiful doors last month! Mrs. Birkelo had a simple, explore more about a certain destination in the sales?! Head to the message center to sign up as we Director of Administrative Services
will be leading an outing to Memorial City Mall. We will
but elegant Christmas themed door including acorns, world. Last month in the spirit of Christmas, they also stop for a delicious lunch afterwards. Kelly Stephens 281-677-5918
poinsettias, and a whole lot of red! When you see Mrs. explored the North Pole. Residents who attend
Birkelo, tell her congratulations on her gorgeous door and enter a drawing in which the winner gets to pick
Senior Human Resources Director
we thank every resident who participated in this friendly three guests to eat a special, over-the-top dinner January Birthday Social John Bender 281-677-5917
competition. January judging will be held on Monday, provided by our Culinary department. Tuesday, January 11th @ 3:30 (AU) Chaplain
January 17th & the winner will be announced on the 9:00 Come by & wish our January birthdays a very happy birthday!
Morning Show on Channel 62 on Tuesday, January 18th. Another year around the sun means delicious cake, great fun Kat Alvarado 281-677-5910
with friends, & awesome entertainment from former Astros Lifestyle and Wellness Director
organist Jim Connors!
Jamie Olivier 281-677-5980
County Bus Trip Director of Culinary Services
Friday, January 14th @ 10:30 (ML) Derone Martin 281-677-5916
Join us for this month’s trip to the beautiful Bayou Bend Executive Chef
Art Collection & Gardens. Please sign up in the
Message Center. Dragoslav Lukic 281-677-5967
Director of Environmental Services
Congratulations to Mrs. Haas & her three
National Popcorn Day! Laura Thevenin
guests. Don’t forget to attend Travel Adventures Wednesday, January 18th from 2:00-3:00 Director of Housekeeping 281-677-5961
this month where we will be learning more about (AC Entrance) Michelle Barroso 281-677-5912
Tanzania, Australia! Popcorn- one of life’s most simple pleasures. Come Director of IL Marketing
indulge with an elaborate popcorn bar! We will provide
IT WAS A GREAT CHRISTMAS! PICTURES WITH SANTA & MORE many different delicious options but you have to drop Mimi Collins 281-677-5908
Lots of Christmas décor you see around Parkway Place would not Looked who stopped by PWP! We received a fun by to find out what they are! Life Enrichment Coordinator
be possible without the help of the fantastic residents who call this visit from St. Nick, Mrs. Clause, the Grinch, & a
place home. Check out just some of the many residents who Transportation 832-473-5894
friendly elf. A special thank you to residents Dan
Life Enrichment Department
assisted with the gorgeous tree outside of the Cabana Café. Tennant for being our Grinch & Toshi Hayre for
being Mrs. Clause for the day.
January Birthdays
01/01 Daniel Tennant
01/03 Louis Ellis
01/17 Emma Kronkosky
01/22 Marge Schilling
JANUARY 2022 HEALTHCARE
Beautiful Decor! Searching for January January Birthdays Important Numbers
Lots of the Christmas decorations you see around the Abraham Mathew 281-677-5904
1/03 Elizabeth Lively 1/23 Marguerite Hays
Healthcare area are thanks to our residents! Check out 1/08 Marjorie Bumpass 1/24 Garrett Graham Senior Executive Director
some of our sweet ladies contributing to the Christmas 1/09 Newllyn Presley 1/24 Grace Harrison Kara Bayer 281-677-5902
tree decor & making their own gorgeous wreaths. 1/12 Judy Simpson 1/26 Dorothy Powell Healthcare Administrator
Thank you ladies & all residents who worked hard to 1/17 Oliver Coleman 1/27 Antoinette Porcarello Toyin Ibrahim 281-677-5928
make Parkway Place look 1/18 James Robinson 1/27 Doris Mesker Director of Assisted Living
1/23 Lamar Williams
beautiful! Sheryll Mathew 281-677-5933
Homemade Wreaths Admissions Coordinator
Kelly Stephens 281-677-5918
Look at some residents focused & working hard on Senior Director of Human Resources
homemade wreaths. The wreaths were made with John Bender 281-677-5917
sandwich bags, wire hangers, & bows… how cool! Chaplain
What a creative way to keep the brain busy. Jamie Olivier 281-677-5980
Director of Culinary Services
Derone Martin 281-677-5916
The words listed below can be found vertically, Executive Chef
horizontally, diagonally, forward, and backward. Grace Eke 281-677-5925
Christmas Lights Tour BUTTON HAT Certified Dietary Manager
Residents enjoyed a bus trip to the neighborhood of CARROT SCARF Ellis Bardin 281-677-5903
COAL SNOWBALLS Social Worker
Pecan Grove in Richmond where they saw elaborate
COAT STICKS Collins Awosika 281-677-5945
Christmas lights & displays. The hot cocoa was the cherry
FROSTY WINTER Director of Rehabilitation
on top!
Although the holiday season is over, that does Jacqueline Pigott 281-677-5926
not mean that people out there are not still
looking for trouble. Cards for Christmas Haven Life Enrichment Coordinator
Dionne DuBose 281-677-5930
Therefore, please always Who doesn’t love a classic Christmas card from a loved Heights Life Enrichment Coordinator
remember to keep all doors one? Residents were happy to write a meaningful card to
family and friends for the holidays. Side note: Writing is a
Olivia Johnson 281-677-5937
locked, remove all valuables
Harbor Life Enrichment Coordinator
from your vehicle(s), and simple, but effective way to keep the mind agile & active!
never give out personal
information, such as credit/
debit card numbers, social security numbers, or
home address to anyone you do not trust.
Additionally, beware of any scam calls and emails
asking for any of the above information. If you are
suspicious of any situation or see something out
of the ordinary, immediately tell a Parkway Place
associate & we will handle the situation promptly.
We thank you all for working with us to keep your
home as safe and peaceful as possible!
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