February 2016 Joyful Celebrations

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1 February 2016 Joyful Celebrations February is a month filled with celebrations and commemorations. Whether it s a holiday such as Groundhog Day, the Chinese New Year, Valentine s Day, or Presidents Day, here at the Commons we will explore its meanings and traditions, and bring it alive through music and art, treats for the palate, a tickle of the funny bone, and more! On Sunday, February 7th we will gather in the Activity Room to watch the Superbowl. We ll be rooting for our favorite team, while also enjoying the entertaining half-time and commercials. There will be delicious snacks to share with your friends as well! Entertainer Cali Rose will help us celebrate Valentine s Day in style! On Sunday, February 14th come dressed in red or pink, and be prepared to croon along with Cali. We will enjoy tunes that illustrate the various forms of love that we experience in our lives. At the end we will share a sweet festive treat! In addition to our celebrations and events, we are also thrilled about some new programs and classes. On the first and third Wednesdays (the 3rd & 17th of this month) at 10:00 A.M. we have a new Balance and Strength class sponsored by ComForCare Home Care. Help prevent falls, and have a great time doing it! On February 15th, all who use walkers are encouraged to bring them to the Activity Room between 1:00 3:00 P.M. to have them inspected by AccentCare for any loose parts or other safety issues, and tuned up. Don t pass this up! We are very excited to announce the first Infinity Fashion Show, which will take place on Friday, February 26th. Come watch your fellow residents model these fashionable, functional and fun outfits! Clothing may be preordered at the event, and will be gift wrapped and delivered to you. What are we waiting for? Let the celebrations begin!. Look inside this newsletter for full and complete details and descriptions of all our February programs, events and outings.

2 Special Events February Special Events & New Programs Mon. Feb. 1st, Tues. Feb. 8th, Sun. Feb. 21st, Mon. Feb 22nd, Wed. Feb. 24th, Thurs. Feb. 25th, Sun. Feb. 28th, Mon. Feb. 29th at 2:00pm in the Auditorium Afternoon Movie Matinee Enjoy an afternoon movie with your friends! If you have any specific movie requests, please leave a note in Dawn M. s box at the front desk. She will order the movie from Netflix and let you know when it comes in! Monday, February 1st at 12:30 in the Bistro Pamper Yourself What better way to relax than to enjoy a little time at the spa? We will turn the Bistro into a quiet area, with tranquil sounds playing and hand massages being given. We will serve cheese and crackers, fancy chocolates, and some bubbly. We will have hot hand towels available for those of you who want the full experience. Shoulder rubs, hand massages doesn t that sound relaxing? Wednesdays, February 3rd & February 17th at 10:00 A.M. in the Activity Room New Class! Balance & Strength with ComForCare Home Care This is an exercise program for those who have fallen in the past, or have a risk of falling and may be reducing their activities due to a fear of falling. The program sets realistic goals to increase activity, as well as change your environment to reduce fall risk factors. This exciting and fun program uses exercise to increase strength and balance. Come and join us - you will be glad you did! Thursdays, February 4th & 18th at 2:00 P.M. in the Activity Room New Class! Fine Art with Yaffa Experience the joy of painting with watercolors and acrylics in this fun, relaxing class! Yaffa can provide you with an outline of a picture to work from, or you can create your work from scratch. Limited to 12 participants. Please sign up in the library. Sunday, February 7th at 3:30 in the Activity Room Superbowl Party Join your friends for the festivities as the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos square off for the championship title! Come root for your favorite team, or just enjoy the entertaining half-time and commercials while munching delicious snacks! Monday, February 8th at 11:00 in the Bistro Card Creations Join us to help you personalize beautiful cards to give to your friends and family. They will be honored with a card that you made them yourself! Monday, February 8th at 2:30 Ask the Doctor Dr. Salib is going to discuss the important safety issues to keep in mind when you are choosing and taking overthe-counter medications. Don t miss this important presentation! There will be time for questions at the conclusion. Thursday, February 11 at 2:00 in the Activity Room Adventures with Doug - The Dragon s Back Only a short drive from Los Angeles lies the quaint city of Santa Barbara, nestled between the coast and the Santa Ynez Mountains. If you look up, large sandstone rock formations known as the Mission Crags add a striking texture of wondrous shapes. One boulder-spiked ridge rises out of Mission Canyon and ends atop beautiful Arlington Peak, the famous Dragon s Back. Join us for our slide show, filled with spectacular vistas and fun stories as we see if the view from the top of Arlington is as beautiful as the view up to it. Wednesdays February 11th & 25th at 3:00 in the Library Yiddish & Hebrew Songs with Edee Join your fellow resident Edith in the Auditorium for a wonderful hour filled with great Yiddish and Hebrew tunes. She s got all the music, just bring your voice! Sunday, February 14th at 2:00 P.M. in the Auditorium Valentine s Day Party with Entertainer Cali Rose! Don t miss out as our community celebrates together to the tunes of Cali Rose. Come sing along to songs about that mysterious, wonderful, indescribable feeling we call love! Monday, February 15th from 1:00 P.M. 3:00 P.M. in the Activity Room Wobbly Walkers Program by AccentCare TM Come have your walker inspected for any safety issues such as loose parts. Stop by any time between 1:00-2:45 P.M.

3 Special Events Monday, February 15th at 2:30 in the Activity Room Jewelry Makers The best part about a Jewelry Making class besides being among great company is being able to take home a beautiful new accessory. Residents can create gorgeous pieces for themselves or give their finished pieces to family and friends as gifts. Without the hassles of day-to-day household responsibilities let s find time to pursue this new hobby and uncover a hidden talent you never knew you had. Friday, February 26th at 2:00 in the Auditorium Infinity Fashion Show This is an upbeat and interactive fashion show showcasing clothing designed exclusively for the mature woman. The clothing has personalized and functional features and is comfortable, easy to put on, and fashionable! Come watch your fellow residents move down the runway wearing the beautiful, practical, fun fashions by Infinity. Clothing may be preordered at the event, and will be beautifully gift wrapped and delivered to you. Out & About Wednesday, February 3rd at 11:30 am Lunch & Movie Join your friends for a current movie and lunch! Wednesday, February 10th at 11:30 am Yamatos Restaurant Japanese menu and tableside cooking. Wednesday, February 24th at 11:30 am Rosie s BBQ & Grillery Informal eatery serving ribs & roasts, including allyou-can-eat specials. February Special Events Out & About The Commons Ventura Rewards You are just a referral away! The Commons Ventura Rewards program is a referral program for The Commons Residents, Family and Friends! When you recommend a new resident you actively contribute to our community vitality. It benefits you, the community and, in turn, the new referred resident. How does the The Commons Ventura Rewards program work? To be eligible for The Commons Ventura Reward program simply refer new residents to our community. When the referred resident moves in and lives in the community for 30 days, you can earn Ventura Rewards 1. $1,000 cash or rent credit for the first moved-in referral Celebrate & Welcome February Birthdays Lawrence M. 2/5 Ralph D. 2/9 Barbara F. 2/9 Flo W. 2/12 Lil T. 2/13 Good Friends Make Good Neighbors! Refer a friend and when they move in, get a referral bonus! Welcome, New Residents! Ann Lisa M. Dolores S. 2/17 Beverly W 2/20 Roslyn F. 2/21 Marilyn B. 2/26 Adele R. 2/27 Shirley S. 2/28 $350 for your 1st referral $700 for your 2nd referral $1000 for your 3rd referral Marion & Linda R. Helen V. 2. $1,500 cash or rent credit for the second moved-in referral 3. $2,000 cash or rent credit for the third and subsequent moved-in referrals. Resident Birthday Party Friday, February 19th at 2:00 P.M. We will celebrate our February birthdays during our afternoon entertainment with Carol Kelley!

4 Happy Hours, Socials & Entertainment Socials & Entertainment Monday, February 1st at 2:30 Hot Chocolate Cart Wednesday, February 3rd at 4:00 Friday, February 5th at 2:00 Entertainer Sylvia Mora Sunday, February 7th at 3:30 Superbowl Party Tuesday February 9th at 2:00 Sing-along with Entertainer Paula Jones Wednesday, February 10th at 4:00 Thursday, February 11th at 3:00 Yiddish & Hebrew Songs with Edee Friday, February 12th at 2:00 Entertainment Jerry Weisbecker Sunday, February 14th at 2:00 Valentine s Day Party with Cali Rose Wednesday, February 17th at 2:00 Entertainment Susi Q. & Brad Wednesday, February 17th at 4:00 Friday, February 19th at 2:00 Resident Birthday Party & Entertainment with Carol Kelley Wednesday, February 24th at 4:00 Thursday, February 25th at 3:00 Yiddish & Hebrew Songs with Edee Friday, February 26th at 2:00 Infinity Fashion Show Monday Morning Mimosas Monday, February 29th, at 11:15 Meeting Schedule Our community meetings are open to all residents and are a great way to stay informed about our activities and events. This is your opportunity to ask any questions or share feedback regarding your activity and dining experiences. Town Hall Meeting with Dawn Smith & Department Heads Town Hall Meeting with Dawn Smith and Department Heads - Tuesday, February 2nd at 3:30 P.M. in the Auditorium. Hear community updates and share questions, feedback and ideas. Activities Meeting with Dawn Muroff Wednesday, February 10th at 3:30 P.M. in the Auditorium. Food Meeting with Raymond Ybarra Thursday, February 25th at 11:00 A.M., in the Activity Room.

5 Transportation Schedule Monday (West Side Dr. s Appointments) Our driver goes to locations in Woodland Hills, West Hills, Canoga Park, & Calabasas. (Buses leave at 8:30am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm) Tuesday (East Side Dr. s Appointments & Afternoon West Side Prescription Pick Up) Our driver goes to locations in Northridge, North Hills, Reseda, Tarzana, & Encino. (Buses leave at 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm) 3pm-4pm Local Prescription Pick-Up s at: CVS, Rite-Aid, or Kaiser Pharmacies Wednesday (West Side Banking & Afternoon Outing) Our driver will do local banking from 8:30am-10:15am. Wednesday are our Outing Days we usually leave between 10:30-11am. Thursday (West Side Dr. s Appointments /Hair/Nail Salons) Our driver goes to locations in Woodland Hills, West Hills, Canoga Park & Calabasas. (Buses leave at 8:30am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm) Friday (West Side Morning Dr. s Appointments, 99Cents Run, & Topanga Mall Trip) Our driver goes to Woodland Hills, West Hills, Canoga Park, & Calabasas. (Buses leave at 8:30am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, & 12pm) 99 Store Trip: 2:00pm every Friday, Topanga Mall Trip: 2:30pm every Friday Sunday (No medical appointments) Sunday Church 10:30am, Morning 10:45am (Rotating in locations each weekend) AMC Movie 10:45am. Local Shopping at Ralphs Shopping Center & CVS@ 11:30am, Afternoon Drives/Spontaneous 2:30pm Shopping Locations: Fallbrook Mall: Michaels, Joann s, Ross, Trader Joes, Wal-Mart, Sprouts, Ralphs, East Side Location: 99cents Store, Target, Trader Joes Topanga Shopping Center: Ralphs, Rite-Aid, Sprouts & CVS Westfield Topanga Mall Health & Wellness Morning Exercise Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Thursdays at 10:30 A.M. Wednesdays at 10:00 A.M. Fitness Focus with Angelique Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00 in the Activity Room (Note: No class Friday, Feb. 26th). Wii Bowling Mondays & Thursdays at 10:00 A.M. in the Activity Room Health & Wellness & Schedules Chair Yoga with Linda Cook Saturday, February 20th at 2:15 P.M. *Please note: Our drivers go home at 4:30pm (Monday-Friday). All appointments must be made with the Receptionist at the Front Desk by 5:00pm the day before. There will be no last minute added appointments. We also do not provide a guaranteed pick up time; we will try to pick you back up as soon as you call, and we can get to you. If you have an Emergency and must get to the doctor, we do not provide Emergency Transportation Service. In addition, our Loading/Unloading procedure is very limited due to the space given at the front and the 5 minute time allotment. Please make sure you are down at the Front Desk 10 minutes before your appointment. Please call the driver directly for pick up at * Podiatrist Visit with Dr. Ullman Wednesday, February 17th starting at 12 noon in the Beauty Shop Sign-up at the Front Desk to book an appointment

6 the at Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA RCFE License # The Management Team Executive Director Dawn Smith Associate Executive Director Kristelle Padilla Director of Marketing & Sales Gina Salman Activities Director Dawn Muroff Sales Associate John McMahon Assisted Living Director Milca Osorio Assisted Living Director Assistant Sofiya Zaretsky Focused Care Program Director Sandra Bush Food Service Director Raymond Ybarra