This video was shared this year at the Annual Conference of the Oklahoma Conference of the United Methodist Church. In the video, you will see a duet with our Organist and Pianist who is our newest Centenarian! Epworth Villa provides an environment for all to THRIVE! Enjoy!
Finding A Way To Give
Our little Elf on a Shelf has been busy this year and is ready for the season of giving. Epworth Villa Resident, Nancie Webb is known for her compassion, generosity, and love for children.
Webb has been knitting hats that were to be used at a particular school. The hats were to be reading incentives distributed by the librarian. Several Residents visited the school prior to the pandemic and established relationships with the students. When the safer at home order was issued and schools began virtual learning, Webb kept working. She took it upon herself to contact RestoreOKC.
Kristen Hannam, Director of Restore Schools said, “I met Nancie last year when I came to Epworth Villa to share about RestoreOKC and the work we do to see equitable education in NEOKC. Our vision was connecting our students who come from hard places with the wisdom and gentle nature of older adults. Miss Nancie was quick to get involved as she was a former remedial reading specialist, and she has a passion for youth. She and many of the residents at Epworth Villa were regularly at Britton Elementary reading with the 1st grade students last spring and fall. Then COVID happened and volunteers were no longer allowed in the building. Nancie has continued to stay connected to the librarian at Britton and reached out to share that she had 50 hats she has knitted and would like to offer them to the students. Specifically, as gifts for hitting reading goals while virtually learning. We picked up the hats last week and they are GORGEOUS! We are so excited to offer them to our students. She said she will continue to knit hats! We are so blessed to have her as a partner in the schools and thankful for the ways she uses her gifts and talents to bless others! She is a GEM!
I also must share that Rev. Marsha Purtell was also a wonderful gift to our students at Britton Elementary. We are all grieving with you as we heard the news of her recent passing. Marsha was pivotal in RestoreOKC having a partnership with Epworth Villa and was my main contact for our partnership. She was a joy and filled with so much life and light. We are so thankful for the many “grand-friends” we made at Epworth Villa! Your residents are an incredible bunch!”
Dining Delights!
Only 180 calories, this flavorful dish is a favorite. 12-Clove Garlic Chicken is a cut of chicken breast and drumette served in a garlic white wine sauce. A weeknight choice or a splurge for lunch – whenever you want it, it’s available at Epworth Villa!
Keep checking back with us as we introduce you to more savory and sweet dishes that are being served up at Epworth Villa!
Who lives at Epworth Villa?
Meet another interesting Epworth Villa Resident and Navy Veteran, Don F. Listen to Don tell about rubbing elbows with the British Royalty and why he chose Epworth Villa.
Meet Kelley Jones!
Hear “why” Kelley as a passion for older adults.
Dining Delights!
Holy Moly………… Does this make your mouth water? Grilled beef tenderloin. It’s on the menu everyday. It is hand cut and prepared exactly the way you like it. Are you a rare or well done person – or maybe just somewhere in between? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a steak everyday without going outside to the grill. In the Bistro or Redbud restaurants here at Epworth Villa, you’ll never have to light the grill again!
Keep checking back with us as we introduce you to more savory and sweet dishes that are being served up at Epworth Villa!
Can Caregiving Cause PTSD?
Are you caring for a loved one right now? Is it a struggle to keep balance in your life? Here is a great article for caregivers: https://www.nextavenue.org/can-caregiving-cause-ptsd/
If being the caregiver to someone has become overwhelming, explore what options Epworth Villa has to offer! Call us at 405-749-3517 today!
Dining Delights!
Pacific Salmon – One of our Resident’s most requested dishes! It is served pan-seared or grilled with fresh lemon. For those keeping it extra healthy, this portion is only 250 calories! And it is DE-LICIOUS!
Keep checking back with us as we introduce you to more savory and sweet dishes that are being served up at Epworth Villa!
October is National Physical Therapy Month
Celebrating our Physical Therapy Team at Epworth Villa, let’s meet Jeannie, PTA!
She has been serving the residents here for the past 9 years and celebrating her 26th year of being a therapist!
We asked Jeannie what she likes best about her job: “I like helping people and attempt to address the whole person (mind, body, spirit) as much as I can during the therapy process. I fell in love with working with the senior population because of the influence of my grandparents and the wealth of knowledge and history seniors have to share.”
A big thank you to all the therapists we have on campus! You keep us going, help us to achieve our goals and maintain our independence!
Signs: When to consider Assisted Living for your loved one part 5
This is the last installment in a 5 part series-Financial Safety
Families, Spouses and Caregivers should take note of the following concerning their loved one:
- Giving personal information to others
- Giving money or personal property away
- Buying excessively, forgetting they purchased something
- Letting others take advantage of them financially
If you notice that a loved one is experiencing a decrease in their FINANCIAL SAFETY, it may be time to call Epworth Villa and speak to one of our experts and let us help you with available resources.
