ASRH Fall/Winter Program Guide

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JACQUELINE REARDON

Coming to All Seasons Rochester Hills with 7+ years’ experience in property management, hospitality, and customer service, Jacqueline Reardon is responsible for overseeing daily business operations, assisting with resident inquiries, and providing support to co-workers and staff. At All Seasons, Jacqueline enjoys being part of a team dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming, and fun community for residents. She especially appreciates the opportunity to get to know residents and interact with them on a daily basis. Originally from Detroit, outside of work Jacqueline values time with family and friends. Other passions include travelling, playing ice hockey, and racing sailboats. In life and work, she finds inspiration and guidance in the words of Eleanor Roosevelt: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

Who inspires you? My parents; my mother is one of the strongest people I know. She encourages me to be the best person I can be and holds me accountable. My father has showed me the importance of dedication and hard work. They have taught me to be kind towards others and always do what right.

What’s the most exciting part of your job? I love interacting with residents and being part of their lives. Assisting them with whatever I can to make their day a little brighter.

What’s the best place you've traveled to? Ireland - the scenery is stunning! People are kind, welcoming and very hospitable. My favorite city is Killarney in County Cork. While visiting there I enjoyed horseback riding in the national park, eating and drinking the local fare, and taking in the scenic views.

What’s your favorite food? Italian! I love a good pasta dish but my go-to is lasagna. Also, a big fan of pizza.

What’s your favorite movie? “Top Gun” (the original …. I haven’t seen the 2nd one yet).

Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies? I enjoy baking, drawing, and panting. Growing up I was an Irish step dancer and competed in the mid-American championships twice.

Favorite things to do on the weekends? Catch up with family and friends.

Favorite thing to do with your family? Spend time at the cottage in northern Michigan.

Favorite family tradition? We always get a Sanders colonial cake to celebrate birthdays. It was something that my grandma use to do and my parents carried on the tradition.

Favorite season? I enjoy all seasons! I think that’s part of the charm of living in Michigan. However, in my world there are only two seasons – sailing season and hockey season!

Which historical figure would you like to meet? Elvis Presley!

GET TO KNOW YOUR LIFE ENRICHMENT TEAM!

MARK MISCH DIRECTOR OF LIFE ENRICHMENT

The phrase: ‘Bloom where you are planted’ is one of Mark’s mantras. Mark was born in Rochester, and graduated with a hospitality degree at Ferris State. He moved east and spent 18 years in Los Angeles working at Fox Films & TV, as an educator, and as a Youth Director. Mark moved back to Michigan a few years ago to care for his father, an experience that became the genesis for his desire to work in a senior community. Mark has worked at All Seasons now for two years. In his spare time, Mark volunteers with St. Mary’s Church Choir. He’s also part of Avon Players Theater. Mark lives in his childhood home along with his mom, partner, and “Puppers” the dog.

SAMUEL HILLIE LIFE ENRICHMENT ASSISTANT AND DRIVER

Samuel Hillie hails from Pontiac, MI, and is the youngest of three boys. Sam has been with All Seasons Rochester Hills for four years, starting off in the dining room as a server, then as a driver and now also working closely with the Director of Life Enrichment. Outside of All Seasons, he loves spending time in the church choir, and with friends and family. He has the pleasure of serving on two boards of directors, and as the Vice President of the local non profit organization ‘Fan a Neighbor.’

CHERIE MOCERI

DRIVER

Cherie Moceri is a Detroit native and currently lives in Sterling Heights. She raised a family, one daughter and one son, moved to Eastpointe and Grosse Pointe throughout the years, and has been working in Senior Living for quite a while. She first received her commercial driver's license back in 2006 and has been transporting older adults and building bonds for almost two decades! She appreciates working at All Seasons and being a part of a team that cares about its residents. Her favorite thing about serving older adults is that by and large, folks are honest, grateful, and happy, and she loves to make them laugh! Cherie also loves Jazz music, and her favorite season is summer.

SIGNATURE MUSIC EVENTS

DJANGOPHONIQUE

NOVEMBER 14 @ 7 PM

Djangophonique is a musical project born out of reverence for the Parisian Jazz Manouche style that was made popular by the legendary Sinti guitarist Django Reinhardt and his Quintette du Hot Club de France. While remaining steeped in the rich and virtuosic tradition, the group brings this music into the present with stunning improv, spontaneity and musical interaction. Hot swing, lush ballads, musette waltzes, jazz standards, boleros, and moody minor pieces are all fused together with theatrical flair and musical humor. The group will appear as a duo with Andrew Brown and Brad Brose.

With over a decade of national touring experience, Andrew Brown is no stranger to the stage and delivers every performance with personality and enigmatic charm. Brad Brose plays his gypsy jazz guitar in legendary gypsy jazz clubs and festivals.

SOPRANO DUO DANIELS AND KNOWLES

DECEMBER 20 @ 2 PM

As far back as she can recall, music has been the central element that Ms. Putice Daniels has used to emit joy throughout the world. From singing at her grandfather’s church to performing with choirs at university, her vibrant and encapsulating soprano voice has brought delight, bliss, and comfort to many across the Metro-Detroit Area.

Ms. J. Timiesha Knowles was born on the isle of Nassau, Bahamas. From church halls to those of the Bahamian Government House, Knowles’ formative musical journey consists of appointments throughout the 700 islands and cays of the Bahamas and neighboring Caribbean islands such as Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti. She has been described as a "soaring, earthy, and full soprano."

YANG AND OLIVIA

JANUARY 12 @ 2 PM

Chinese Lunar New Year with Yang and Olivia Husband and wife duo Yang and Olivia are virtuosic talents who create an unforgettable storytelling event on violin and piano. Their programs feature combinations of Chinese music and Western classical. They have traveled to more than 30 cities in the United States, and perform and teach in China, Portugal, Brazil, and Taiwan. Yang Liu is a prize winner of the Twelfth International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow and a first prize winner of China’s National Violin Competition. Dr. I-Hsuan Tsai was the staff pianist of world-renowned Aspen Music Festival and currently serves as chair of Theory and Piano and associate professor at VanderCook College of Music. Her book “Schubert’s Piano Trios” was published by Scholar’s Press in Germany in 2014. She co-founded Yang and Olivia Foundation to promote cultural exchange via classical music between China and the US.

RJ SPANGLER

FEBRUARY 2 @ 2 PM

Mardi Gras with the Paxton/Spangler Band

Lifelong buddies RJ Spangler & Tbone Paxton started working together in 1980 around Detroit with the Sun Messengers. They toured the east coast, Midwest and deep south for a number of years. Tbone was awarded a Motor City Music Award for best trombonist. In fact, he has been nominated a number of years in a row now as best jazz vocalist at the Detroit Music Awards. The two are cornerstone members of the 10 pc Planet D Nonet, and as such, have toured to 11 states, released as many CDs and garnered 9 Detroit Music Awards. They perform great song by Fats Waller, Hoagie Carmichael, Leonard Cohen, Hank Williams, Earl King, Danny Barker, Duke Ellington, The Stylistics, Roy Ayers, Leon Russell, Jimmy Cliff, Nat King Cole and of course, Louis Jordan. RJ was pianist/singer Eddie Bo's bandleader for many years.

MONTHLY MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS

Please consult your CareMerge calendars and weekly announcements for specific dates and times. All programming subject to change based on COVID-related recommendations to maintain health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

THE HANDBELL ENSEMBLE OF ROYAL OAK

The Handbell Ensemble of Royal Oak (H.E.R.O.) was established in 1988 through the Recreation Department of the City of Royal Oak. H.E.R.O. is an active participant of Handbell Musicians of America events both locally and nationally. They perform a variety of secular and sacred music published for modern Handbell ensembles. The ensemble - including 12 musicians and a director - rings four and a half octaves of Schulmerich Handbells with occasional use of Hand Chimes, Percussion and other instruments.

BRANDON REEVES

From Cole Porter and Scott Joplin to Fats Domino and Elvis Presley, Brandon “Steely Bran” Reeves’ love and enthusiasm for American music is all-encompassing. Based in the styles of the great early to mid-20th century jazz pianists, Brandon’s catalogue spans everything from swing, the great American songbook, New Orleans hits, and classic rhythm and blues, to old-time county and Gospel music. In addition, Brandon is fiercely committed to educating young musicians and writing poetry and music.

SCOTT GWINNELL

Scott Gwinnell is a professional jazz pianist residing in Detroit, MI. Scott has been performing since the age of 16, and has recorded and performed as a bandleader and sideman on over 40 professionally released recordings. As a recording artist for Detroit Music Factory, Scott has released two award-winning albums, winning three Detroit Music Awards for outstanding recording, artist, and composer. As a pianist, Gwinnell has performed/toured/ recorded with: Dizzy Gillespie, Jimmy Heath, John Clayton, Dave Liebman, Joe Lovano, Aretha Franklin, Elaine Stritch, Delfayeo Marsalis, and Jon Hendricks, for whom Gwinnell was three year musical director. As a music educator, Gwinnell is a special lecturer at Oakland University where he instructs jazz theory, improvisation, and arranging. He is the director of their jazz vocal groups, and performs in the faculty jazz ensemble.

Scott Gwinnell has written over 400 works for symphony orchestras to big bands to small ensembles. Gwinnell has scored two films, the most recent being "Vincent van Gogh--70 Days in Laois." In 2009, Scott partnered with jazz composer John Clayton to write “T.H.E. Detroit.” Performed by the Scott Gwinnell Jazz Orchestra, 3-movement opus was the closing act of the 2009 Detroit Jazz Festival.

DENISE DAVIS AND THE MOTOR CITY SENSATIONS

This band has been rocking around town since 2010, performing at festivals, opening for national acts and headlining Detroit clubs. Denise has also performed with the Original Motown Funk Brothers and has received nominations for her singing by The Detroit Music Awards Foundation and The Detroit Black Music Awards. She is known for her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence. Members of the Detroit Blues Society, the group has won a Detroit Black Music Award for Best Live Performance and R&B Artist of the Year.

KELLY AND DARRYL ROENICKE - VIOLIN AND PIANO DUO

Kelly Roenicke is an active teacher and performer in Detroit’s metropolitan area. Her résumé includes previous performances with the following artists: Richard Marx, Anne Murray, Celtic Thunder, Il Divo, Mannheim Steamroller, Amy Grant, and Regis Philbin. She is a longtime member of the Terra Voce Ensemble, which performs multiple chamber music concerts throughout the year. She received a

M.M., Violin Performance, from University of Cincinnati, and a B.M., Violin Performance, Western Michigan University. Darryl Roenicke received his M.M., Jazz Studies, from Indiana University, and a B.M., Jazz Studies, Western Michigan University. He has appeared as part of the Terrace Room and Dining Room Bands at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. He has been the keyboardist for productions of Meshuggah Nuns, Beauty and the Beast, White Christmas and Little House on the Prairie.

MIDNIGHT MUSIC

A new Life Enrichment program, “Midnight Music” is an ongoing partnership with All Seasons and Oakland University’s School of Music, Theatre and Dance. For an hour following dinner, when no other activities are booked, advanced piano students will stop by to build their performance experience, practice for competitions, and fill our halls with music. Whether you can stay for an hour or just want to pop in for 10 minutes, we encourage you to say hello.

We are excited to announce our deepening relationship with the U.M. School of Music, Theatre and Dance Masters and Doctoral programs, as we expand our Artist-in-Residency initiative during the 2023 academic year!

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT

MEET JOAN JOHNSON

Joan and her Bichon dog, Fred, joined our ASRH community in Spring of 2022. They have quickly immersed themselves in activities and take frequent walks around our verdant surroundings. Joan was born and raised in Berkely, MI. After graduating from Berkley High School, she got her first of several degrees in Math/Science and a minor in Secondary Education from Oakland University. She started her career teaching highschool mathematics, but as a nature lover, she wandered out to Colardo for a spell. Realizing she got to see more of nature as a tourist – she moved back to the Metro Detroit area and changed careers to I.T. Joan was a program analyst for the phone company, helped create a billing program, and trained programmers. She then worked many years with E.D.S. before retiring. Music has always been a part of her life, from high school band to playing guitar, mandolin, and hammer dulcimer today. She’s also been singing in the same church choir for 40 years. Joan has travelled to almost all 50 states. Alaska is the only state that eludes that list – for now! She has been camping in many of our national and state parks, and her favorite is Rocky Mtn National Park. Joan also enjoys writing fiction and articles. She returned to college later in life to get a Masters in English Literature. At All Seasons, she loves welcoming new residents with her outgoing spirit and hospitality, sharing her ideas for new films, documentaries, and ways to help the environment. Some of her life mottos are: “Be Still. Have Courage. Look for Signs” and “Humor takes one a long way; look for humor in all. If ya can’t laugh –the game is over!”

PHILANTHROPY SPOTLIGHT

With the holiday season quickly approaching, we’ll be launching a communitywide food drive for Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeast Michigan. Running for three weeks, we encourage you to bring in non-perishable food and personal items to help fill the shelves of pantries throughout SE Michigan. Our goal in this drive is to have every resident bring in a minimum of 2 items. For every 2 items you bring in, your name will be entered into a raffle. Drawn weekly, you will have a chance to win prizes to show our appreciation for joining us in this effort.

ART CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

ART FOR EVERYONE WITH DOROTHY BABBAGE

As a former grade school teacher, Dorothy Babbage loves working with people and is amazed by their creativity and versatility. The best part of an art class is the laughing, talking, and sharing of life experiences, in addition to skills building. This quarter, residents will create seasonal projects, Chinese Lunar New Year cherry blossom lanterns, Mardi Gras-inspired parade processions, nature-inspired paintings, and more. Dorothy says, “Working at ASRH has been a wonderful addition to my life. I would love to have you join us. You don’t have to be an expert, just be willing to try something new.”

ARTIST TALK AND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

In celebration of National Photography Month in May, Angela Swan, the Director of Life Enrichment at All Seasons Ann Arbor, will give an Artist Talk about her diverse career as a photographer and community-builder, answer your questions about photography, then set up a fun and engaging portrait shoot. In 2020, she received her Masters of Fine Arts from the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. She adapts artmaking to include all abilities, even those that don’t feel creative or who face physical or cognitive challenges.

COMMUNITY SERVICE ART PROGRAMS

This quarter we’ll establish our relationship with Meals on Wheels, which seeks to reduce hunger and food insecurity for homebound adults who are frail, medically compromised, or have a short-or long-term disability that impacts their ability to shop and prepare complete, nutritious meals. The residents of All Seasons Rochester Hills will create cards of encouragement, inspired by the Japanese art Etegami, and cheerful decorations that were delivered with each meal!

FITNESS CLASSES

KATHY LEBLANC has been involved in the fitness industry for over 25 years. Ten years ago, she discovered her true passion with Senior Fitness. As an avid outdoor cyclist, she became certified as a senior fitness cycling instructor and teaches classes for seniors over 50 years old. She also specializes in strength training and balance for seniors, both as a group fitness instructor and a personal trainer. Kathy earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from The University of MichiganAnn Arbor and a Master of Public Administration from Oakland University-Rochester. She worked for 20 years at Oakland University as an Academic Advisor and Program Manager. She is certified as a Senior Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer and Cycling Instructor through the American Sports and Fitness Association (ASFA). She is also CPR/AED certified through the American Heart Association.

FABIOLA ISAMBERT has been involved in the world of sports for more than 20 years as an Athlete. In her early years, she trained track and field, 100 meters, and long jump and represented Venezuela in international competitions. Her dedication and discipline helped her to break the national long-jump junior record, which she held for 5 years. When she moved to The United States, she studied Exercise Science and Technology at Oakland Community

College. Fabiola is passionate about dancing salsa, merengue, bachata, and other Latin/-American rhythms. Currently, she conducts group fitness classes in which she focuses on improving mobility, flexibility, core, strength, endurance, balance, and range of motion. Muscular endurance, Zumba, Core for beginners, and Circuit Training are all part of her classes. Fabiola holds her Associate in Exercise Science and Technology (Magna Cum Laude), is CPR/AED certified through the American Red Cross, and studied Industrial Engineering for four years.

DEBI ACKER-ZOLNOSKI previously worked as a Special Ed Paraprofessional K/8 Educator, in Community Development and Property Management for twenty years, and has served on the Board of Directors for several non-profits for over fifteen years. Debi is certified in Yoga and holds an RYT-200 Hour Certification, Yoga Alliance, has 200 hours in Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training, is a Certified Yoga Teacher for Children and Teens and is an iyengar Yoga Teacher. She trained with Professional Yoga Instructor, David Swenson, in Santa Monica, California. Debi holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from Macomb Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Community Development from Central Michigan University. She has been married to her husband, Mark, for 43 years, has three children, five grandchildren and a 5 year old Labrador Retriever, as well as a senior cat.

LIFELONG LEARNING HIGHLIGHTS

Please consult your CareMerge calendars and weekly announcements for specific dates and times. All programming subject to change based on COVID-related recommendations to maintain health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

MUSIC AND MIND LIVE WITH RENÉE FLEMING

Explore the 19-episode series featuring renowned soprano and arts & health advocate in conversation with scientists and practitioners working at the intersection of music, neuroscience, and healthcare.

AUGMENTED REALITY WITH KHALID MIRZA, PHD

Dr. Khalid Mirza is Special Instructor at Oakland University and Director of the Chrysler Lab and Industrial Robotics Lab in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. Learn more about the cutting edge research and applied technologies of Augmented and Virtual Reality for everyone at any age. “Industrial robots and automation is the key component for advanced manufacturing. My research is focused on developing ideas and engage in multidisciplinary fields to realize the next generation industrial robots.”

2023 SEATTLE CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY WINTER FESTIVAL PRESENTATIONS, INTERVIEWS, AND PERFORMANCES

The Seattle Chamber Music Society’s mission is to foster the appreciation of chamber music by presenting performances featuring world-class musicians in accessible and inviting formats. In addition to its high quality performances, SCMS offers community engagement programs for the community-at-large to encourage audience appreciation and understanding of chamber music. These programs bring audiences of all ages in close contact with musicians and their music through informal, accessible and enjoyable formats. Each year, Seattle Chamber Music Society (SCMS) presents a winter festival in January and All Seasons has access to the wonderful virtual performances, interviews, and behind-the-scenes features. Prepare to be thrilled by the music by Mozart, Shostakovich, Chopin, Schubert, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff, Schumann, Beethoven, Ravel, Turner, Brahms, Haydn, Mendelssohn, SaintSaëns, and more!

WEEKLY TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS

Led by the Life Enrichment Team, these hands-on workshops are geared to meet residents’ ever-changing technology needs, ranging from smartphones, to tablets, laptops, computers, printers and TV’s.

MINDFUL MEDITATION AND HOW TO GET STARTED WITH HEADSPACE

Mindful meditation promotes many physical and psychological benefits. It’s nothing new; people have been meditating since 5000 BC. The mental training practice offers a different way of dealing with stress, by calming the mind and body. You just sit still and relax, and don’t dwell on the thoughts that drift through your head. When you meditate your breath slows down, heart rate slows, blood pressure decreases, stress decreases, and tension in the body decreases. Through science-backed meditation and mindfulness tools, this series helps you create life-changing habits to support your mental health and find a healthier, happier you. Headspace is proven to reduce stress by 14% in just 10 days. It can also help you relax your mind in minutes, improve focus, and get the best sleep ever. Even if you’ve never heard of Mindful Meditation, it’s ok - come check it out for yourself!

FILM STUDIES COURSE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OAKLAND UNIVERSITY

Take advantage of the local hub of experts that make up the Film Studies and Production Department at Oakland University. In this new lifelong learning offering, residents can learn about film history, theory and criticism, including film genres, aesthetics, industry and technology, filmmaking and screenwriting.

WHAT SOCIAL MOVEMENTS CAN AND CANNOT DO (SMART TOWNS)

Dr. Jo Reger, professor of sociology and department chair at Oakland University, examines this time of social protest and upheaval with some of the largest demonstrations in US history and explores how social movements create change. Smart Towns is a lifelong learning program for everyone in the community led by Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, Oakland University, Rochester University, Rochester-Avon Historical Society, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, and Rochester Hills Public Library. Smart Towns is a unique series of programs that explore one theme or topic for one year.

CREATIVITY, CONNECTIVITY, CULTURE: AN ALL SEASONS SENIOR LIVING SYMPOSIUM ON LIVING WELL AT ANY AGE

Enjoy virtual keynote addresses and breakout sessions from the first-ever interdisciplinary Symposium at All Seasons Ann Arbor exploring research, policies, and practices that highlight how creativity, connection, and purposeful culture contribute to a vibrant and enriching life at any age.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

GET INVOLVED!

Want to join a resident-led program, or start one yourself? Reach out to our Life Enrichment team for opportunities to get involved.

Genealogy Club

Do you have questions about researching your family history? Have you hit research roadblocks? An expert genealogy volunteer will provide tips and tricks to help you build your family tree . Join us monthly to learn, ask questions, and share your findings with others . In partnership with the Rochester Hills Public Library .

Silvertones Community Sing

Join Dan Bergen each Tuesday to sing with your neighbors . Did you know there are several proven emotional and physical benefits of choral singing? Singing in community strengthens feelings of togetherness, regulates heart rate, reduces stress levels and depression, improves symptoms of Parkinson's and lung disease, improves feelings of social well-being, and can even increase life expectancy . And all vocal parts and comfort levels are welcome .

PUZZLING COMPETITION

Perfect Pair

Intergenerational connections are important for our health, wellness, and awareness and appreciation of the changing world . Stop by to learn more about Perfect Pair, a free program run through the University of Michigan that creates oneon-one connections between seniors and college students . Student volunteers and senior participants are paired based on similar hobbies and interests . Through shared laughs, conversation, and fun activities, members will have the opportunity to foster meaningful and long-lasting relationships with their Perfect Pair . Euchre

Club

Once a week, we are playing or teaching residents how to play Euchre . It’s a fun and socializing game . We encourage all to come learn . You might be a lucky winner and meet new friends!

Throughout January, hone in on your puzzling skills for the first-ever communitywide Puzzling competition! Sign up to be randomly placed with a teammate and race againt the other team to finish as much of the puzzle as possible in 2 hours!

Did you know? Researchers from the University of Michigan, led by Dr . Susanne Jäggi, found that spending 25 minutes a day solving puzzles and riddles can raise your IQ by 4 points . Also, puzzling strengthens neural connections and increases the generation of new connections . This increases mental speed and thought processes, helping to maintain and improve short-term memory .

ON THE CALENDAR

November 6 Daylight Savings November 8 Election Day

November 11 Veterans Day November 24 Thanksgiving December 7 Pearl Harbor Remembrance December 18-26 Hanukkah

December 21 Winter Solstice December 26 Christmas December 26- Kwanzaa January 1 January 16 Martin Luther King Jr . Day

January 27 International Holocaust Remembrance Day

February 2 Groundhog Day

February 12 Lincoln’s Birthday February 12 Superbowl

February 14 Valentine’s Day

February 20 Presidents Day and Washington’s Birthday

February 21 Mardi Gras

March 8 International Women’s Day

March 12 Daylight Savings March 12 Academy Awards

March 17 St Patrick’s Day

March 20 Spring Equinox

March 27 World Theatre Day March 31 Cesar Chavez Day

NOTABLE DAYS & EVENTS

Thanksgiving - November 24 We will celebrate gratitude and community with a special menu, and a screening of the PBS series ‘The Pilgrims .’ Also, don’t forget to root for your favorite team (you know which one!) during the Lions - Buffalo Bills Thanksgiving Day NFL game .

All Seasons Rochester Hills Holiday PartyDecember 6 It’s that time again! Celebrate the holidays with friends and family, and cocoa! This year we will be showcasing songs, dances, and skits from talented community members with diverse talents .

The Nutcracker at All Seasons Rochester Hills - December 19

We will feature an exclusive behind-thescenes presentation and performance by a professional ballerina as she stops in to ASRH during her national Nutcracker tour!

New Years Eve Concert - December 31

Ring in 2023 with delicious hors d’eouvres, a champagne toast, festive decor, and a musical performance!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - January 16

Honor the achievements of the Baptist minister who advocated the use of nonviolent means to end racial segregation, and was instrumental

in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which outlawed discrimination in public accommodations, facilities, and employment, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 . King won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 and was assassinated in 1968 . We will honor his legacy by learning more about his famous 1963 Letter from the Birmingham jail through the TED-ED program .

Celebrate Lunar New Year - January 20

Build cherry blossom and Chinese-inspired art pieces, play Mahjong, enjoy upscale Chinese cuisine, and ring in the lucky New Year!

SuperBowl - Feb 12

Join us for a unique ‘tailgating’-themed menu, including your favorite game day bites, and watch the big game live from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona .

Mardi Gras – Feb 21

Build Mardi Gras masks with the Life Enrichment team, fill up on Paczkis, and celebrate Fat Tuesday in the Mill Pub .

All Seasons Talent Show - March 24

A showcase of talented residents, staff, and management! Whether you have a song, a joke, a poem, or a painting you’d like to share, the Life Enrichment team will help you feel prepared, polished, and proud to share with the community .

PUB PROGRAMMING

JOIN US IN THE BISTRO FOR LAUGHTER AND LIBATIONS!

Sip monthly “Signature Cocktails” while enjoying pub programming, ranging from Poetry readings, Storytelling, Game competitions Trivia, Musical Open mics, Paint & Pour, Book reading and author talks, Folk and singer-songwriter tavern tunes, sports viewing parties, mixology demos, and more!

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS

Quizzo Trivia in the Bistro - Quizzo is a competitive trivia game that challenges you to think and stay on your toes . Did you know? We get a dopamine hit every time we experience the feeling of mastery – the feeling of knowing that we know something . And everyone has one area, one body of knowledge, about which they are – or think they are – an absolute expert! Join us in the Bistro for a professional, themed, curated trivia led by Quizzo!

ROCHESTER HILLS BOOKMOBILE AND RESIDENT BOOK CLUB

Once a month, join fellow residents for a Book Club discussion on some of the Bestselling Literature of the day, and don’t miss the Public Library’s fun-filled visits! The Rochester Community Bookmobile holds over 3,000 popular items for children, teens and adults including books, DVDs, music CDs, video games, graphic novels and much, much more . Each week the Community Bookmobile visits 24 different locations in the community to serve the public, including All Seasons Rochester Hills . The bookmobile is funded through the generosity of The Friends of the Library .

FEATURED OUTINGS

Secure your spot today and sign up with the Life Enrichment Team

MAGICAL ROCHESTER HILLS HOLIDAY LIGHTS

See The Big Bright Light Show! The buildings and store fronts in downtown Rochester will be blanketed with more than 1 million sparkling holiday lights . It's absolutely breathtaking! The streets are simply buzzing with people and holiday cheer .

“A FEW GOOD MEN” AT AVON PLAYERS

Aaron Sorkin's hit Broadway debut tells the story of two Marines on trial for complicity in the death of a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay . Their appointed lawyer, the callow and unmotivated Lieutenant Kaffee, initially seeks a plea bargain with the shortest possible sentence . After butting heads with another member of the defense team, Kaffee begins to recognize a high-level conspiracy at work and ultimately defends his clients vigorously and, in doing so, puts the military mentality and the Marine code of honor itself on trial . The inspiration for the popular feature film, “A Few Good Men” will keep audiences rapt until the final thrilling moments .

MEADOW BROOK HOLIDAY WALK

Pairing indoor sights with outdoor lights, Meadow Brook is Michigan’s most dazzling holiday destination . By day, the beloved annual Holiday Walk transports visitors through the historic mansion decked in shimmering splendor, while Winter Wonder Lights transforms the estate at night into a breathtaking light show featuring music, seasonal treats and holiday magic . From the wonder of lavish holiday trimmings to the warmth of our grand fireplaces, there is much to enjoy at Holiday Walk . Gather for a holiday group tour and experience the joy of the season at Meadow Brook Hall’s annual Holiday Walk .

RESIDENT POETRY

“YESTERDAY”

by Geneva Rose at dinner we’d just first metshe wants to know, “How old are you?” surprised she hears me say, “I don’t think Of myself that way”which is a truth not jumping into minuses combined in bundled years but keeping thought of me in tune with active plusses .

RESIDENT PARADE

Throughout January and February, All Seasons communities in Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, and Birmingham will partner with the Detroit Puppet Company to develop, build, and parade Mardi Gras puppets and processionals through the halls of each residence, in a carnival of art, music, culture, and community . Professional artists will work with residents each week, including research and development workshops to help everyone design their own masks, puppets, parade banners, and music makers . Classes are designed so residents can drop in for a single time, or commit to longer participation . Then on Mardi Gras, February 21, 2023, musicians, staff, caregivers, family, friends, and especially grandchildren will be invited to participate in the parades, creating a truly memorable experience!

RESIDENT REFERRAL PROGRAM

With a limited amount of apartment homes remaining, it is the perfect time for you to take advantage of this opportunity . If you have a potential new resident in mind, please contact the Concierge to register your referral name and contact information .

A COLUMN ON GLOBAL APPROACHES AND INSIGHTS INTO AGING WELL WELLNESS CORNER:

This issue we are highlighting the good work of “CoGenerate,” which focuses on what the vast (and still growing) older population can do in collaboration with younger generations to solve our nation’s most pressing problems.

We’re living in the most age-diverse society in human history. Will we make the most of it?

There are almost equal numbers of people alive today at every age, from birth to age 70 and beyond. With more people living longer, fivegeneration workplaces and three-generation households are surging. The opportunity to tap the unique and complementary talents of people of all ages and build a multigenerational force for good is here.

We commissioned this study to find out what Americans think about cogeneration — a strategy to bring older and younger people together to solve problems and bridge divides. We got a dose of optimism and clarity in return.

To start, the findings paint a picture of pent-up demand. A sizable segment of the younger and older populations is hungry for opportunities not only for intergenerational connection, but cogenerational action — the chance to join forces in co-creating a better future.

The survey reveals a commonsensical fit in the motivations behind this interest. Older people want to share what they’ve learned from life,

and younger people are eager to incorporate their insights.

Older people’s top priority for cogenerational work? The environment, a finding that underscores the deep interest older generations have in the world they will leave behind. For young people, mental health tops the list. Given the pandemic’s toll of loneliness and purposelessness on elders, it’s not hard to imagine a coalition of olders and youngers on mental health. A cross-generational alliance on the environment holds great promise, as well.

Younger and older people make plain the challenges of these prospects. It’s hard for many people to know how to get started working across generational lines when daily life is so segregated by age. We need more formal opportunities to make coming together in common purpose easier.

For all these cautions, the overarching message from this study is clear: America’s growing age diversity represents an extraordinary opportunity to come together in joy, understanding and action. Let’s seize it.

By

Marc Freedman and Eunice Lin Nichols, Co-CEOs of CoGenerate

Dive into this research snapshot and learn more at www.Cogenerate.org

CULINARY ADVENTURES Signature Dinners

BOUNTIFUL HARVEST THANKSGIVING HAPPY HOLIDAYS NOVEMBER DECEMBER

STARTERS: Baked Brie with Cranberry Chutney in Puff Pastry

SOUP: Butternut Squash Soup

SALAD: Cider Mill Salad

ENTRÉES: Roasted Turkey, Homemade Bread Stuffing, Bourbon Yams, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Cranberry Sauce OR Herb Baked Cod with Dijon & Herb Crust, Saffron Rice, Homestyle Green Beans OR Honey Glazed Ham with Bourbon Yams and Homestyle Green Beans

DESSERT: Pecan or Pumpkin Pie

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS Fresh Plum Kuchen

COOKING DEMO: Cranberry Cheesecake

INDULGE WATER: Orange Pomegranate

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL: Cranberry Cobbler

TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING Memphis - BBQ Pork with Tennessee Honey Ginger Cooler

STARTERS: Shrimp & Crab Cocktail SOUP: Traditional Caesar Salad SALAD: Tomato Parmesan Bisque ENTRÉES:

Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic & Rosemary Veal Shoulder Roast with Shallots, Fennel, Mushrooms, Fresh Thyme & Stock

Chicken Milanese Chicken Breast Filet, Italian Breadcrumbs with Garlic Herb & Caper Butter Sauce

Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Broiled Served Over Sweet Red Pepper Coulis

DESSERT: Home Baked Pumpkin Spice Mousse Trifle with Ginger Cookie & Whipped Cream

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS Holiday Cookies

COOKING DEMO: Fresh Cranberry Sauce

INDULGE WATER: Cranberry Orange

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL: Rum Chatta Egg Nog

TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING New York -Deli Style Pastrami with Tom Collins

CHINESE NEW YEAR VALENTINE’S DAY JANUARY FEBRUARY

STARTERS: Crispy Wonton Chips Pan Fried Vegetarian Dumplings

SOUP: Egg Drop Soup with Green Onion

SALAD: Spinach and Edamame Salad with Ginger Dressing

ENTRÉES:

Spicy Orange Beef Stir-Fry Brown Rice, Stir Fried Salt and Pepper Green Beans

Kung Pao Shrimp Brown Rice, Stir Fried Broccoli with Garlic Spareribs with Black Bean Sauce Brown Rice, Stir Fried Patty Pan Squash

DESSERT: Banana Spring Roll with Ice Cream

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS

Handmade Pot Stickers

COOKING DEMO: Asian Wok

INDULGE WATER: Orange Mint

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL: Singapore Sling

TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING

Ottawa - Tourtière Meat Pie with Maple Old Fashioned

STARTERS: Sliced Baguettes with Whipped Honey Butter

SOUP: Roasted Red Pepper Bisque

SALAD: Spinach Salad, Bacon, Hard Cooked Eggs, Red Onion, Classic Tomato Dressing

ENTRÉES:

Crisped Duck Breast with Black Cherry Sauce Brown Rice, Brussels Sprout Surf and Turf Sliced Petite Filet with Compound Butter, Lobster Tail and Asparagus

Pan Seared Sea Scallops Over Sweet Corn Puree - Brown Rice, Wilted Spinach

DESSERT: Molten Lava Cake with Ice Cream

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

COOKING DEMO: Flambeed Poached Pears

INDULGE WATER: Strawberry Thyme

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL: Berry Bellini

TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING Paris - Salade Niçoise with Blueberry French 75

CULINARY ADVENTURES Signature Dinners

MARCH

TOURING THE UK AND IRELAND

STARTERS: Scones and Clotted Cream

SOUP: Homemade Fresh English Pea Soup

SALAD: English Garden Salad

ENTRÉES:

Stout Braised Lamb Shank Succulent Lamb Shank served with Irish Colcannon Potato and Cabbage Mash

Corned Beef and Cabbage

Traditional Irish Boiled Dinner, Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes and Carrots

English-Style Fish and Chips Beer Battered Cod, and Thick Cut Potato Fries. Served with Lemon, Tartar Sauce, & Malt Vinegar

DESSERT: Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake

HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS

Short Bread Cookies

COOKING DEMO: Irish Coffee & Homemade Baileys

INDULGE WATER: Lime & Mint

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL: Irish Maiden

TRAVELING TAVERN BISTRO TASTING

Dublin - Bangers & Mash with Guinness

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BERLIN PHILHARMONIC COMES TO MICHIGAN IN NOVEMBER!

The Berlin Philharmonic is one of the most popular, acclaimed, and well-respected orchestras in the world . University Musical Society proudly welcomes the next chapter of the Berlin Philharmonic’s magnificent legacy with the Ann Arbor debut of maestro Kirill Petrenko . He leads two programs that showcase the ensemble’s mastery across classical, romantic, and contemporary repertoire .

The orchestra’s first concertmaster, American Noah Bendix-Balgley, takes the stage for Mozart’s first violin concerto before the orchestra concludes its program with Erich Korngold’s only symphony — a work that the composer never heard performed live . Completed in 1952 and dedicated to the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the work had a radio premiere in 1954 and was not performed live until 1972, 15 years after the composer’s death . Korngold’s sweeping orchestrations and brilliant orchestral color made him a huge success in Hollywood as a film composer, all of which are on display in this insightful and dramatic score .

Beginning in early 2020, when COVID-19 changed the way we engage with our loved ones outside our buildings, residents in our six All Seasons communities wanted an easier way to keep in touch with their families. Using Caremerge as our technology partner, the Family Engagement platform has been an easy tool to use to improve communication and critical to improving isolation and loneliness, which can have serious health implications in adults, negatively impacting mental and physical health. As we continue to navigate the hardships of the pandemic, family communication remains vitally important. Caremerge Family Engagement allows staff to upload photos and videos, publish announcements, and survey residents and families about community life.

If you are unable to enjoy the performances in November in person, please reach out to your Director of Life Enrichment for streaming details .

To learn how you can improve family communication with CareMerge, contact your Director of Life Enrichment today!

TESTIMONIALS

FROM OUR RESIDENTS & FAMILIES

David for ASAA: “Excellent facility. Very nice staff. Excellent amenities!”

Ardin for ASBH: “My father just moved into his apartment at All Seasons. It’s a beautiful apartment. He has met some wonderful residents here and is having no trouble making new friends. The dining room is beautiful and Dad says the food is really good. He has attended some concerts and looks forward to picking out the next activity from a list of many great things to do. He has even hopped on the treadmill in the exercise room at All Seasons. He is very happy here. The staff is so friendly and very helpful. I’m so glad Dad suggested we take a tour of All Seasons to see what they had to offer.”

Deena for ASNA: “My mom spent the past several months in the Memory Care Unit and both Robin Bracken and Nurse Amy made the experience excellent. Mom enjoyed the daily activities and participated regularly - dancing was her favorite though. Robin was always thinking of new ideas to engage the residents and keep it fun. Any holiday (even Kentucky Derby) was an opportunity for a party hat. Plus ASNA had therapy ponies, musical performances and comedians that were all terrific. Nurse Amy went out of her way to help as my dad was transferring my mom closer to where most of our family lives in New York State. I know my dad appreciated the attention to detail and kind care she provided. Thank you to all the staff that helped my mom and for making her stay with you as enjoyable as possible. You are all terrific.”

Austin for ASOV: “All Seasons Oro Valley has top notch employees that care a ton for all the residents! This is a special community that from the second you walk in, you can feel the love! The residents are engaged in Activities and love the food! I am so grateful for all the employees and all that they do for the residents!”

Jeana for ASRH: “What an absolute pleasure to visit ASRH! Having the chance to help a friend out of state evaluate some senior living options for her mother still here. All I can say is All Seasons Rochester Hills fulfills everything she and her mom want and more. The greetings with residents along our tour made it obvious staff rapport is genuine. Several places we checked out cover the basics. With its amenities, events and culinary offerings, only ASRH piqued her interest for true quality and zest for life, talking all the way home about the new home she wanted next.”

Gadi for ASWB: “My aunt and a family friend live there. Really a high class, well-maintained property. The 2-bedroom apartments are very spacious and have a nice floorplan.”

DESIGNING ALL SEASONS

AN INTERVIEW WITH LEIGH BERKHOEL, ALL SEASONS’ EXECUTIVE DESIGN PROFESSIONAL

How did you become an executive design professional?

What were your personal and professional paths like, eventually leading you to All Seasons?

My background includes residential, retail, and commercial design. Before taking on the position with Beztak, I worked for a contract furniture dealer designing a variety of spaces, such as corporate offices, hospitality venues, car dealerships, and schools. Beztak was one of my favorite customers! We had the opportunity to design and furnish several clubhouse projects and All Seasons Oro Valley. I enjoyed working with Beztak so much that when the previous designer, Gloria Fransted retired, she recruited me, and I gratefully accepted!

How would you define design?

Design is not only defined by aesthetic qualities, but it is also rooted in functionality, purpose, enjoyment, and a meaningfulness to the beholder.

What excites you about design, and specifically about design for older adults?

What excites me about design is both the challenges and creative journey that leads to a successful design. Designing for seniors is a creative challenge because you are accommodating for a wide range of people with different personal tastes, backgrounds, age groups, comfort levels and physical abilities. How do you design to meet all of those needs while still maintaining a beautifully furnished environment? It takes creative planning!

Do you have a favorite color, shape, texture? What kind of design elicits joy for you?

Some of my favorite design elements that can create an impactful design are; color which will add a sense of playfulness and can help set the mood, a variety of shapes that complement one another, and an assortment of textures to offer a richness to the space. I truly appreciate all facets of design. The most memorable designs are those that are thought-provoking, eclectic, and have a mindfulness for its surroundings. The most beautifully designed home I have visited is Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater. How it is thoughtfully positioned on the landscape and how the interior features all pay tribute to its natural surroundings makes it a genius, harmonious, and breathtaking design.

Good design does not require wealth. Anyone can create a beautifully designed environment. Start with making your space functional for yourself. What purpose would you like the space to serve? How do you want the space to feel? Fill it with furniture pieces that make you happy, whether it be for comfort, style, or both! Always remember less is more. Minimally display treasured items. Decorative items can be rotated seasonally and will be even more appreciated. Be mindful of scale, color, shape, and textures. Create a balance in your space and you’ll achieve a good design!

Can you assign one or two words to sum up the aesthetic/design style of each of the 6 All Seasons?

Timeless Sophistication

What’s a misconception you think people have about your work and/or design in general?

I am not just a decorator; I am a designer. My mission is to not just make rooms beautiful. It’s to create spaces that have purpose, offer function, and evoke positive emotion and mental wellbeing.

Tell us a little bit aboutyou and your family. Does design run in the family?

Design does run in my family. My grandfather designed custom window treatments for the J.L. Hudson’s department store in Detroit. Both of my aunts also worked for Hudson’s in advertising and in retail display. As a young child my parents discovered that I had a passion for design. I would go to my friend’s homes and redecorate their bedrooms. Their parent’s loved me! My 8-year-old daughter seems to be following in my footsteps. She is already staging her bedroom and rating the designs wherever we go!

Does ‘good’ design require wealth? What can anyone do to maximize the design around them?