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Tel Hai Partners with Hearts & Hugs of Hope for May Pajama Drive

Tel Hai Retirement Community has partnered with Hearts & Hugs of Hope to collect adult pajamas during the month of May! Tel Hai invites the greater community, staff , residents and family members to donate pajamas from May 1 to May 31 in the designated containers throughout the community.

As a local nonprofit organization of nurses and nurse’s aides from Tel Hai, the group’s goal is to help adult cancer patients. The Hearts & Hugs of Hope group includes Jan Creitz, Ethel Brinson, Jenn Schlimme, Ashlee Glauner, Becky and Joe Conger, and Andy and Emily Etman.

The group requests new and clean women’s two-piece pajamas (preferred) and men’s pajama bottoms Hearts & Hugs of Hope distributes pajamas and their Cancer Comfort Bags to local cancer patients in need and to the Lancaster General Health Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute.

For more information and questions about Hearts & Hugs of Hope visit HeartsHugsHope Facebook Page or email: HeartsHugsHope@gmail.com.
Tel Hai Retirement Community, an accredited nonprofit continuing care retirement community, has provided high quality and compassionate care since 1956. The campus is located at 1200 Tel Hai Circle, Honey Brook, PA., three miles east of Route 10 off Beaver Dam Road. For more information or directions, please visit www.telhai.org.

Tel Hai Hosts Life Enrichment Lecture ‘Fragile Freedoms’ with Christine Emmert

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the public to a life enrichment lecture entitled “Fragile Freedoms” featuring The Hopewell Furnace National Historic Sites’ Christine Emmert on Friday, May 1 at 7:00 PM in the community’s chapel located off Beaver Dam Road in Honey Brook Township. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

Emmert, a local playwright/director and actress with a keen interest in women’s issues, will take attendees on a journey from 1776 to today with the company of Sojourner Truth, Mark Twain, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and others.

Emmert holds a Masters in Humanities. Her belief in the arts as the transformer of lives goes deep. The piece she adapted with Katherine Mallon-Day, “The Yellow Wallpaper” was performed to enthusiastic audiences at the Philadelphia Fringe in 2014. Her novel, “The Nun’s Dragon” is presently out on Amazon Kindle.

Tel Hai Retirement Community, an accredited nonprofit continuing care retirement community, has provided high quality and compassionate care since 1956. The campus is located at 1200 Tel Hai Circle, Honey Brook, PA., three miles east of Route 10 off Beaver Dam Road. For more information or directions, please visit www.telhai.org.

Tel Hai Summer Youth Volunteer Applications Now Available

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites community youth— between the ages of 12 and 16— who are looking for meaningful summer volunteer opportunities to consider the Tel Hai. Applications for the 2015 Summer Youth Volunteer program, which spans from June 22 through August 14, are now available by contacting Amy Whary, Director of Volunteer Services, at 610-273-9333, extension 2010 to receive an application.
All students are asked to complete the application and submit two written references for review on or before May 1. A personal interview will then be scheduled during the weeks of May 11 through May 22. Final selection for acceptance in the program will be based on the maturity, skills and experience of each applicant.

Volunteer service at Tel Hai provides an excellent learning experience for youth interested in a health care career. Summer volunteer work also offers opportunities for those desiring to perform valuable community service. Work assignments for program participants are offered throughout the campus including the health care center, activities and therapy departments, business office, grounds, , gift shop, café, chapel and central supply.

Tel Hai’s Nature Group Hosts Naturalist Bob Goodhart April 28

Tel Hai Retirement Community’s Nature Group will host naturalist, professional gardener and garden consultant Bob Goodhart on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 1:00 PM in the chapel at 1200 Tel Hai Circle, Honey Brook, Pa. Goodhart’s educational lecture will focus on attracting butterflies and birds to your garden. This event is open to the public and a $5 fee per person will be charged at the door.

Goodhart’s presentation will include an emphasis on using native plants, the importance of native plants, and how to maintain a ground, patio or balcony garden to provide a habitat for endangered butterfly species to survive, recover and thrive.

As a retired landscape advisor and director of grounds at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Va., Goodhart is well versed on horticultural subjects, garden design, organic & native gardening, and soil stewardship. As a volunteer at Landis Valley Farm Museum, he led the Heirloom Seed Project Workshop and also chairs the Manor Garden Club at Willow Valley Communities.

May 2, 2015: A Tel Hai Concert Series Performance Featuring Vocalists Jeremiah James & Emily Brockway

2015.4.21 Tel Hai Hosts Jeremiah James Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the public to a ‘Tel Hai Concert Series’ performance by vocalists Jeremiah James and Emily Brockway featuring pianist Jeffrey Uhlig on Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 PM in the community’s chapel located off Beaver Dam Road in Honey Brook Township. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

Musical numbers include favorites from My Fair Lady, Oklahoma, South Pacific, Mary Poppins, Guys & Dolls and several Gershwin tunes.

PHOTO CAPTION: Jeremiah James performs live at Tel Hai Retirement Community on Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 PM. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

A Tel Hai Concert Series Performance Featuring The Prana Winds on April 17

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the public to a spectacular evening of music by The Prana Winds Quintet on Friday, April 17 at 7:30 PM in the community’s chapel located off Beaver Dam Road in Honey Brook Township. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

The Prana Winds ensemble has a wide ranging musical repertoire. This woodwind quintet presents many “colors” of sound through the blending of the performers’ instruments including flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn and bassoon. Musicians included Rebecca Simon on the flute, Lauren Fairfull on the oboe, Amy Christmas Halteman on the clarinet, Anne Nye on the French horn, and Gail Ober on the bassoon.

Tel Hai Hosts Life Enrichment Program with Rev. Herb Davis: ‘Theology & Science’

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the public to a life enrichment program entitled “Theology & Science- Sibling Rivals or Mortal Enemies” featuring Reverend Herb Davis on Wednesday, April 15 at 7:00 PM in the community’s chapel located at 1200 Tel Hai Circle, Honey Brook, Pa. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

Rev. Davis— a graduate of West Chester University and the Lancaster Theological Seminary— was ordained by the United Church of Christ in 1960. His education then continued when he earned a master’s degree in sacred theology at the Lutheran Theological School in Gettysburg, Pa., and received his doctor of ministry from the Andover Newton Theological School in Newton Centre, Mass.

Rev. Davis has served in congregations in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Connecticut and Massachusetts and has lectured in preaching at the Andover Newton Theological School. Labeling himself as a preacher and not a scholar, he was active in the civil rights movement and urban ministry. Rev. Davis currently resides at Tel Hai with his wife Lillian.

Board Reflections: From Chairman Howard Moss

Tel Hai is a beacon of light in the community reflecting strong Christian values. As I approach my 12th year of service on the Board of Directors, I continue to see strong leadership in our management team, the staff, the volunteers, our partners in service, and our residents.

A community banding together not only to support each other, but a shining light for community service throughout the local area.

The Tel Hai Board of Directors are elected by the Tel Hai Association and charged with overseeing the day-to-day administration of the community through its management team. Thank you to the following individuals who currently serve on the board:

Joanne Belson, Board Member: Retired Educator & Resident

Douglas Brubaker, Vice Chairman: Director of Safety & Communications, Brubaker, Inc.

William F. Colby, Jr., Board Member: Partner, Barley Snyder, LLC

Stephen Crane, Board Member: Senior Pastor, Maple Grove Church

Marlin Hershey, Board Member: Director Resource Development, Mennonite Development Economic Assoc.

Robert Hoffman, Board Member: Retired Engineer & Resident

Wendel L. King, Board Member: Investment Advisor & Partner, Comprehensive Companies

Lonnie L. Martin, Treasurer: Controller, Lancaster Bible College

Gary R. McEwen, Secretary: Director of Land Acquisition, Berks Homes

Cindy Petersheim, Board Member: Senior Advisor for Development, Messiah College

Larry S. Shaub, Board Member: CPA/Principla, Reinsel Kuntz Lesher LLP

Joseph J. Swartz, Board Member: President & CEO, Tel Hai Retirement Community

Thank you,

Howard A. Moss, Jr.

Chairman of the Board of Directors

Moving Tips with Tina: #6-10

At Tel Hai Retirement Community, we know the ‘stress’ future residents feel as they plan to downsize their homes and prepare to move into our community. However, that ‘stress’ can be greatly relieved or even eliminated during the moving process by proper planning and preparation. We are here to help!

As the Moving Resources Manager at Tel Hai, it’s my privilege and job to assist our future residents by helping them systematically tackle the sometimes overwhelming moving process. Check out my favorite collection of “Moving Tips with Tina: #6-10.” If you missed “Moving Tips with Tina: #1-5” – CLICK HERE!

Tip 6: Use a Moving Checklist

Access a comprehensive guide to lead you through the stages of your move. It pays to be organized, so a detailed list will make sure no stone goes unturned! The list should include preplanning stages, packing and organizing, the move itself and include unpacking and settling-in actions. Also, the checklist will remind you on when to stock up on necessities you know you will need like additional boxes, labels, tape and even cleaning supplies.

Tip 7: Visit Your New Home

If possible, visit your new space and determine the best approach for parking and moving your items. Visit the community, begin introductions and feel comfortable of where to go and who can help you during your move. For residents moving into Tel Hai, we can help with those introductions! We are a friendly community and would love to introduce you to your new neighbors!

Tip 8: Pack a ‘Moving Day’ Kit

This kit contains only the essentials for moving day! It should help you, your family or helpers stay safe, clean and comfortable. Things like bottled water, sanitary hand wipes, paper towels, snacks, and an extra phone charger should be included. Remember… the goal is not to dig into your neatly labeled boxes for last minute items.

Tip 9: Treat Yourself

You may think that working through lunch or staying up late will give you an advantage when moving… but don’t fall into the over-achieving trap. It won’t. It will leave you worn out, tired and sleep-deprived. Make sure to treat yourself to an early night in… draw a bath, order take out and relax. Plan “evenings off” into your move. Make time for family and friends.

Tip 10: Prep Your New Place

Consider “prepping” your new home for your move. Bring along old area rugs and throw mats to absorb foot traffic dirt before entering your new home. Within the first hour of entering, make sure you have electric and running water… they are essentials. Turn on your new refrigerator or plug in existing appliances to ensure they are ready for your belongings. Resist the urge to remove protectors or plastic film until you know that items will no longer be moved, shuffled or relocated.

Do you have a favorite moving tip not shared here? Comment and let me know!

Tina Cressman

Moving Resources Manager

Tel Hai Celebrates ‘National Nutrition Month’ with Healthy Eating!

Have your healthy New Year’s habits already begun to fade? Recharge your resolutions during National Nutrition Month® with help from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Tel Hai Dining and Nutrition Services.
In celebration of the 2015 National Nutrition Month theme, “Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle,” we are encouraging everyone to adopt eating and physical activity plans that are focused on consuming fewer calories, making informed food choices and getting daily exercise in order to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

A healthy lifestyle offers more than just weight loss alone, it promotes overall health and decreases your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. Now is the time to invest in yourself and improve your quality of live by eating right and staying active.

We recommend choosing nutrient-rich foods and beverage. Here are some tips for healthful food choices:

– At every meal, fill half your plate with a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables.
– Make at least half the grains you eat whole grains, such as whole-wheat bread and pasta, quinoa, oats and brown rice. Check the food label, the first ingredient listed should be “whole grain” or “whole wheat.”
– Choose healthy protein sources, such as lean meats and poultry, seafood, beans and peas, eggs and nuts and seeds.
– Eat low-fat dairy foods. If you’re sensitive to lactose, try calcium-fortified soy beverages.
– Limit foods with added fats, sugars and salt.

Not only should we eat nutritious foods for optimal health but we all should try to include physical activity as part of our daily routine. Adults should get at least 30 minutes and children at least 60 minutes of moderate physical activity every day.

Sybil Oswalt, RD, LDN

Author: Jolene