ASBH Fall/Winter Program Guide

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JEREMY FLANERY

While somewhat of a newcomer to the senior living world, Jeremy is no stranger to the hospitality industry. Jeremy brings 20+ years of hospitality experience to his role at All Seasons Birmingham. He has spent most of his career working in luxury properties in Florida, California, and Michigan, most recently managing the David Whitney Building in downtown Detroit. To Jeremy, ‘hospitality’ is not an industry but, rather, a way of life, an opportunity to brighten residents’ day with a kind word or gesture, enriching lives – offering family reassurance their loved ones are in the best of hands. His guiding principle is to remind staff, daily, to treat all residents with respect, compassion, and dignity – everyone is to be cared for with the utmost respect, as we would our own family. Originally from Fort Wayne, Jeremy spent most of his youth in Indiana followed by a long stay in Florida, before returning to his Midwestern roots here in Michigan several years ago. Outside of work, Jeremy most values time with his wife and son, and particularly likes spending time outdoors.

Who inspires you? I’m constantly inspired by my wife, Karlin. Her strength, wisdom, and love are unmatched, and she inspires me each

day to be a better role model for my family and my employees.

What’s the best place you've traveled to? Most recently, I took a backpacking/canoeing trip in the U.P. which was amazing. The solitude and overwhelming sense of nature were humbling and I look forward to making this an annual trip!

What’s the most exciting part of your job? I enjoy nearly every aspect of my role here at All Seasons Birmingham. If I had to choose one thing, I’d say the people. I am incredibly fortunate to work with such a talented team to serve our amazing residents. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the people in this community!

What’s your favorite movie? “It’s a Wonderful Life” is a classic that I watch every year on Christmas Eve!

Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies? Most of our residents know that I have an affinity for all things fungi. I recently received my certification for Expert Mushroom Foraging from the State of Michigan. I also love to cook and explore new recipes with my son, including sourdough bread and homemade sauces.

Have you met anyone famous? One of my former positions was a Chef Concierge for a luxury resort, where I handled the details of our numerous celebrity VIP guests – the most memorable of them would be President George W. Bush. I even got to drive in his presidential motorcade transporting Secret Service to the Marine One helicopter!

Favorite things to do on the weekends? Spending time with my family hiking and enjoying other outdoor activities.

GET TO KNOW YOUR LIFE ENRICHMENT TEAM

HEATHER SOLOMON, DIRECTOR OF LIFE ENRICHMENT

With a master’s degree in social work, Heather brings a valuable mix of experience working with people of all ages, helping to improve quality of life and enhance the engagement of those she interacts with. In addition to her experience in the senior living sector, her work has included advocating for children, refugees, and other vulnerable populations. With the firm belief that every resident has the right to an active and exciting life, Heather brings her enthusiasm for helping residents make the most of every day to her role as Director of Life Enrichment at All Seasons Birmingham. As a ‘relative newcomer’ to the senior living industry, Heather says she has “fallen in love” with the stories, personalities, and warmth of the residents she meets. A native of the Detroit-area, in her free time Heather enjoys gardening, visiting with family, going to sporting events, and spending time in the city. As an alumni of Michigan State University, she is looking forward to the rivalry with so many Michigan fans!

DOUG BROWN, LEAD DRIVER

Doug was born in Pontiac and raised in Detroit. He has been driving larger vehicles for over 20 years and enjoys being out on the road. His passion is to assist seniors with their day-to-day lives. Outside of work he enjoys playing basketball and spending time with his daughter.

CHLOE WALLACE, LIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR

Chloe was born and raised in Metro Detroit, but calls Berkley her home. She attended Northern Michigan University and graduated with an Applied Science degree. While working at All Seasons she has discovered her love for working alongside seniors. When she is not working, she loves to travel, explore new places, and spend time with her cat, Harley.

SHARON GREGORY, DRIVER

Sharon is the 6th child of 7 siblings, born and raised in Detroit. She has worked since 13, always in relation to service and people. She’s had the honor of meeting the residents and absolutely loves enriching the lives of others as she's had the pleasure of doing throughout her life. "It's a joy and a pleasure, and I'm glad to be part of the Life Enrichment team here at All Seasons Birmingham.”

SIGNATURE MUSIC EVENTS

DJANGOPHONIQUE

NOVEMBER

9 @ 3PM

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 8 @ 7PM

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 11 @ 3PM

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 8 @ 2PM

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.

YUTA SUGANO

December 2nd

Hailed as “poetic and colorful,” pianist Yuta Sugano is rapidly gaining international recognition and he has appeared as a soloist in Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Japan, Russia, Spain, and the U.S. Yuta began his piano studies at the age of five, and by age twelve he made his concerto debut performing with the Kansai Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra in Japan. He has since been a recipient of numerous prizes and scholarships including Meiko Miyazawa Award, Yamaha President’s Award (Japan), Nodar Gabunia Award, Glenn E. LeClair Graduate Piano Award (USA), and Zodiac Music Academy’s Chamber Musician Award (France). Yuta is a graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy, Oberlin Conservatory of Music, B.M., University of Michigan, M.M., and the University of Kansas, DMA. He is a native of Kyoto, Japan. Yuta currently teaches at Steinway Arts Academy, and is an Artist in Residence at Steinway Piano Gallery of Detroit.

EAT IT UP TRIO - NEW YEARS EVE December 31st

Detroit-based and undeniably swinging, the Eat It Up Trio is Michigan’s premier professional purveyor of

possibly the most pleasurable music three humans can safely perform within the parameters of the law. Comprised of drummer Sean Perlmutter, bassist Trevor Lamb, and pianist/vocalist Mike Harrison, the Eat It Up trio delivers original songs and arrangements with a versatile repertoire centered in jazz but covering the continuum of American music. For this performance, they will be joined by trumpeter and vocalist Dave Vessella who will add a layer of swing, soul, and sophistication to the proceedings.

KELLY AND DARRYL ROENICKE - VIOLIN AND PIANO DUO

January 9th

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 is an

active performer and can be heard at a variety of venues in the Metro Detroit Area, including the Franklin Hills Country Club, Andiamo's, and Cliff Bell's. He has appeared as part of the Terrace Room and Dining Room Bands at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island.

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.

MIDNIGHT MUSIC

“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 SPOTLIGHTS

RON & SHEILA SCHECHTER

The Schechters met at summer camp when Sheila was just 15 and Ron was 16. They married five years later and had one daughter and one son. Ron proudly shares that he has had one wife and one job in his lifetime - he still works at New York Life Insurance and has for the last 68 years. Sheila graduated from Mumford High School in the first graduating class in 1953. She was voted “most likely to succeed” and went on to be a school teacher and raise a beautiful family. The Schechters spent many years together traveling and enjoying their homes in Scottsdale, Arizona and Charlevoix, Michigan, right on Lake Michigan. The Schechters enjoy a simple life together with their three granddaughters.

ANNE ZAMARIAN

Anne Zamarian was raised in the South of France but is the descendant through her mother to the last Armenian King from her country, which actually makes her a Princess. When asked, Anne is humbly dismissive about being a “Princess” and more fondly reminiscent of how her husband of 62 years treated her as such! Anne and her husband raised three children, from which she now enjoys three grandchildren. Anne devoted herself to her husband and family, speaks three languages (French, Armenian and English), and enjoyed traveling the world! Anne loves music, reading and puzzles.

COMMUNITY SERVICE ART PROJECT Bags and Beddings Workshop

All Seasons will collaborate with the Southfield-based National Council of Jewish Women’s Green Committee, focused on environmental issues. Their latest project aims to reduce the amount of plastic waste going into landfills and water, while also making the lives of the homeless a bit easier. The effort involves taking plastic bags, cutting them into strips of plastic yarn — or “plarn” — and then knitting or crocheting into surprisingly comfortable bedding for displaced individuals at the Corner Shower and Laundry, a nonprofit in Corktown that provides free shower and laundry access for those in need. All Seasons will be collecting plastic bags and hosting the Council to learn this unique knitting technique. Residents and management will then drop off all bags and bedding to the Council’s Green Committee.

ART CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

ARTIST TALK AND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Angela Swan, the Life Enrichment Coordinator 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. Angela simplifies art processes to engage residents in a method she coined, “Art for Everyone.” She adapts artmaking to include all abilities, even those that don’t feel creative or who face physical or cognitive challenges.

WOODWORKING, SEWING, AND MORE AT THE HAWK!

The Hawk Makerspace empowers makers of all ages and abilities by providing access to a quality technical space. They work with participants to foster a culture of community by way of shared resources, shared knowledge, shared experiences, and shared responsibility. With a professional and innovative space filled with woodworking machines, sewing machines, and more, future projects may include making: Embellished Cheese Boards, Custom Menorahs, Laser Cut Ornaments, artisan textile and fabric arts, and more!

BIRMINGHAM BLOOMFIELD ART CENTER

Explore jewelry making, metal smithing, mixed media, clay, photography workshops, and more at our local art center and gallery! Whether you’re just starting out or experienced, there’s an art class for you at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center. Seniors @ the Center are monthly workshops designed as convenient, inexpensive opportunities to be creative and learn something new. Different, authentic art projects are presented each month with all materials provided. In November, don’t miss a chance to sign up for the ceramics class, for all skill levels. Reach out to the Life Enrichment Team to express interest!

FITNESS CLASSES

Mondays: Circuit and Strength with Stephanie

Tuesdays: Yoga with Linda | Wednesday: Brains and Balance with Linda

Thursdays: Superfit with Stephanie | Fridays: Cardio with Linda

INSTRUCTOR BIO:

STEPHANIE BURLE has been a certified personal trainer since 2005. She enjoys training and encouraging clients to meet their individual fitness needs, while learning to make important lifestyle changes. She is also a nutritional consultant and helps clients develop ways to make healthy and sustainable food choices. She began her college career studying Elementary Education and soon switched to personal training. Stephanie is certified as a personal trainer through the National Personal Training Institute (NPTI). She has obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from Oakland University with a minor in Exercise Science. Stephanie is certified in CPR/AED and First Aid through the American Red Cross. Additionally, she is a certified Tai Chi for Energy instructor through the Tai Chi For Health Institute.

NEW PROGRAM! FITNESS TRIVIA WITH CHIROPRACTOR DR. STEPHEN CAIN

Dr. Stephen Cain, DC, is cofounder of the non-profit 'Whole Brain Health Initiative.' The organization aims to make a brain healthy lifestyle a fun and magical journey. The Whole Brain Health Initiative combines behavioral change principles with the neuroscience pertaining to brain optimization. While most brain health organizations only emphasize what is good for the brain, WBHI also hones in on how to actually get people to sustainably adopt these habits. 'Fitness Trivia' is one of their signature programs.

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.

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.

ARTIST TALK WITH RESIDENT KEGHAM TAZIAN

Don’t miss this artist talk with new resident, Mr. Tazian. Kegham Tazian is an award-winning sculptor and painter. The Armenian-born artist has gained much notoriety for the diversity of his work and the variety of media exemplified in his pieces. A blend of modernism, realism and abstraction are commonly depicted in his paintings and sculptures. His artwork has been represented in more than 40 solo exhibitions and more than 75 group exhibitions throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. His work adorns the entrances and halls of major corporations, universities and municipalities, including Siemens Corporation, Huntington Bank, Wayne State University and the city halls of Farmington and Farmington Hills, Michigan. Tazian is the recipient of several prestigious awards and honors, including the International Artists in Watercolor Award in London, England and, in 1995, he was named the Farmington Area Arts Commission Artist-in-Residence. Tazian is Professor Emeritus at Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills. He began his teaching career at O.C.C. in 1967, serving as Chairman of the Art Department for six years and as Director of the Smith Theatre Art Gallery for over 25 years.

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.

BUILDING COMMUNITY

CONNECTIONS

AND SOCIAL CAPITAL THROUGH TIMEBANKING

TimeBanks are a way to build connections through the exchange of services using time as currency. TimeBanking is based on five core principles: that all people in society are assets, that all people deserve to be respected as they are, that relationships should be reciprocal, that all work in all forms should be valued, and that relationships make our communities more resilient. The core principles hold significant relevance as we age and change roles in society. In this session we will talk about the nuts and bolts of TimeBanking, ways to get involved in or start a TimeBank in Michigan, research being conducted by the U of M School of Information on how TimeBanks can solve community problems, and more. Alice Bagley is a farmer running her own small farm in Detroit and is a member of City Commons Cooperative, a farmers cooperative that runs a Community Supported Agriculture program with over 100 households served in Metro Detroit. She is also the Coordinator of Unity in the Community TimeBank and Director of Operations at MI Alliance of TimeBanks.

BENEFITS OF 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. Even if you’ve never heard of Mindful Meditation, it’s ok - come check it out for yourself!

FORHEARTS WORLDWIDE WITH DR. THOMAS CRAWFORD

ForHearts Worldwide is a non-profit organization that saves lives by providing implantable cardiovascular devices for people in need in developing countries around the world. First launched in 1984 as Heartbeat International Foundation, ForHearts Worldwide has grown into an international life-saving mission that has saved more than 17,000 people in more than 20 countries. We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Thomas Crawford, Chairman of ForHearts Worldwide, for a presentation on his work with the organization. As a cardiac electrophysiologist focusing on heart rhythm disorders, he currently serves as Clinical Associate Professor with University of Michigan Health, Frankel Cardiovascular Center, practicing in the areas of electrophysiology, atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia and cardiac sarcoidosis.

NEW! MICHIGAN MYCOLOGY WITH YOUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JEREMY FLANERY

Ever wanted to learn more about foraging wild mushrooms in Michigan? E.D. Jeremy is a man of many talents - one of which includes his status as an Expert Mushroom Identifier with the Midwest American Mycological Information (MAMI), working in partnership with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). Mycology is the branch of biology concerned with the study of fungi, including their genetic and biochemical properties, their taxonomy and their use to humans, including as a source for tinder, traditional medicine, and food.

WEEKLY TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS

Led by the Life Enrichment Team, these hands-on workshops are geared to meet residents’ every-changing technology needs, ranging from smartphone and tablet use to photography tutorials.

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.

ALL SEASONS BIRMINGHAM RESIDENT BOOK CLUB

Once a month, join Jen Hassell from the Baldwin Public Library for a Book Club discussion on some of the Bestselling Literature of the day . Jen Hassell is an Adult Services Librarian at Baldwin Public Library . She has worked in libraries for the past 16 years and has an MLIS from Wayne State University . Organizing book clubs for libraries, friends and schools is something that she has done for over 10 years . In November, we will read “The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters” by Balli Kaur Jaswal . Don’t miss our end-of-year December reading round up, a casual discussion of what book club attendees most enjoyed or disliked reading this past year .

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.

Current Events - A topic-based, moderated discussion forum for all residents, led each week by Linda Garfield .

Golden Tones Glee Club Concert

December 12th - Join Dan Bergen each week 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 .

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 .

Community Cards - Mahjong, Euchre, Bridge, Cannasta, and more! To join in the fun, see your Director of Life Enrichment to join the card playing groups . All skill levels are welcome .

Glory Days Line Dancing with Sharon Gregory

- Learn a new step, move your body to the beat, and have a laugh with friends! Classes will be offered the 3rd Sunday of each month .

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!

Poetry & Short Story Readings with Amy Winkler! Join fellow residents reading and sharing their poetry or short stories that they have written or one that has moved them during a particular moment . We have many talented residents; this activity will encourage expression and facilitate shared experiences .

Monthly Intergenerational Meetup

Get to know the young students from the local educational group Dream Scene, which provides structure and socialization in a faceto-face homeschool setting with certified teachers . Together we’ll craft, create, and share laughs as we bridge generational gaps .

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.

Holiday Tour of Homes - December 21

How do you decorate for the Holidays? Volunteer your home for the Tour of Homes! This unique event will also feature Christmas Carolers and holiday refreshments. Contact your Director of Life Enrichment for more information!

New Years Eve Concert - December 31

Ring in 2023 with delicious hors d’eouvres, a champagne toast, festive decor, and an All Seasons-exclusive performance by the famed Eat It Up Trio with bassist Trevor Lamb, and pianist/vocalist Mike Harrison, and drummer Sean Perlmutter.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - January 16

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day honors 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 was awarded 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.

Lunar

New Year - January 20

Build cherry blossom bouquets and lanterns, play Mahjong, enjoy upscale Chinese cuisine, and ring in the lucky New Year!

Superbowl - February 12

Join us for a unique ‘tailgating’-themed event, including all your favorite game day bites. The game is scheduled to be played and televised from the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.

Mardi Gras - February 21

The first Mardi Gras parade in 2022 was such a success, we’re doing it again! Join the artists of the Detroit Puppet Company as they work with us throughout January and February to conceive our own Mari Gras parade theme, processional decorations, art, and music. Then on February 21, invite your friends and family to celebrate Fat Tuesday with a parade, live music, Paczkis, Beignets, and a New Orleans-inspired dinner!

All Seasons Talent ShowMarch

Celebrate the start of Spring with a fresh 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!

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!

PHILANTHROPY SPOTLIGHT

HOW DOES GLEANERS WORK?

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.

FEATURED OUTINGS

DECEMBER

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 .

The Wayne County Lightfest

is a magical four-mile stretch of Hines Park, displaying nearly 50 animated themed displays and more than 100,000 lights .

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

JANUARY

“Les

Miserables” at the Fisher Theatre

This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century”(Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph) and “one of the greatest musicals ever created” (Chicago Tribune) .

FEBRUARY

“Ballet Preljocaj’s Swan Lake” at

Detroit Opera

A visionary take on a masterpiece bridging ballet and modern dance . Contemporary dance superstar Angelin Preljocaj tackles the Mount Everest of the ballet world with his new take on Swan Lake . With 26 dancers, this Swan Lake truly takes flight in its beautiful tribute to the original .

MARCH

Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Coffee Series

Anthony Davis’ concerto-like work for clarinet and orchestra was inspired by the composer’s experience of an unjust incident with the police . The soloist is Anthony McGill, Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, who has championed this work in recent years .

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

All Seasons Residents, tips RESIDENT PARADE

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.

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!

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?