On the Forefront | March 2024

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T. BOONE PICKENS HOSPICE CENTER ON NATIONAL TV Forefront Living Forefront Living

David Begnaud, the lead national correspondent for CBS Mornings, read the article Lisa Kanarek, dedicated Faith Presbyterian Hospice

(FPH) volunteer, wrote for The Washington Post about her inspiring pet therapy experience with her dog, Gaia He promptly reached out to her in hopes of sharing her story through a special segment on the national morning show Watch here

CLEANIN’ OUT AND MOVIN’ UP WITH OAW

Revitalize, recycle and rejuvenate! The Outlook at Windhaven and WellRive, a fullservice moving and management organization, partnered to host a donation drive at the OAW Information Center VIPs were invited to bring donations, recycle electronics and shred documents Read more

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WITH FOREFRONT LIVING’S PR AND COMMUNICATIONS TEAM

Have you ever wondered about the magic behind the scenes that keeps organizations like Forefront Living (FL) shining brightly in the public eye? Yesterday, FL’s PR and Communications team treated leadership, board members and teammates to an insightful “Lunch & Learn” session to share what it’s like to “walk a mile” in their shoes. Read more.

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BELLA VIDA - BLUE SKY SALES TEAM OF THE YEAR

More than 30 senior living communities were represented at Greystone’s Annual Sales Adventure, a two-day conference tailored for senior living sales and marketing professionals This year’s conference theme was “Opportunity Never Dies, 00SALES” a clever spin on the infamous 007 James Bond theme. The Forefront Living communities of Bella Vida, The Outlook at Windhaven and Presbyterian Village North received several impressive nominations and awards at this year’s Sales Adventure Awards Ceremony. Read more.

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In March, Faith Presbyterian Hospice honors Child Life Month, an annual celebration led by the Association of Child Life Professionals. This month recognizes the invaluable contributions of Certified Child Life Specialists who prioritize the emotional wellbeing of children and families in healthcare settings. Read more.

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BEHIND THE SCENES WITH CBS MORNINGS

T. BOONE PICKENS HOSPICE CENTER

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Through planning and coordination with Lisa Kanarek and the teams at Faith Presbyterian Hospice (FPH) and Forefront Living, within two days of receiving the request, FPH was able to accommodate a CBS film crew inside the T. Boone Pickens Hospice Center (TBPHC). The videographer and audio tech spent several hours filming Lisa and her dog, Gaia, visiting patients in the TBPHC as part of the special feature. Read more.

Click here to learn more. Click here to read a heartfelt thank you letter from a Faith Presbyterian Hospice patient’s family.

Empowering PVN Teammates Empowering PVN Teammates

In 2021 and 2023, the Adair Foundation generously donated a total of $65,000 to establish the Live and Thrive Your Way Fund and the Curtis and Patricia Meadows Health Career Scholarship Fund at Presbyterian Village North (PVN) Teammates

Tracy Bardfield, Taylor Slatten and Sehar Hashmi are the first beneficiaries of these scholarships Read more

SAVE THE DATE SAVE THE DATE

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Meet the Each Moment Matters Luncheon Co-Chair:

Meet the Each Moment Matters Luncheon Co-Chair:

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n in Dallas, 2024 Each Moment Matters uncheon Co-Chair, Katherine Wyker, oudly identifies as a multi-generational allas native, embracing the Texas spirit ained in her upbringing. Though she has resided in Austin, Texas and Oxford, sissippi – Dallas holds a special place in er heart. Katherine is proud to serve as cheon leadership this year. Read more.

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Alvaro (Al) Montoya is a dynamic new member of Forefront Living Foundation’s Board of Trustees. In 2004, Al made history as the pioneering Spanishspeaking player drafted into the National Hockey League (NHL), igniting a trailblazing journey with the New York Rangers. Little did he realize at the time that his NHL draft and subsequent hockey career would serve as a catalyst, opening doors for enhanced opportunities for Hispanics and other minorities within the sport. Read more.

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LUNCH,LEARNAND LEAVEALEGACY!

Forefront Living Foundation recently organized a special “Lunch & Learn” session for the residents of Presbyterian Village North Read more

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NAMED THIS YEAR’S ‘HISTORY-MAKING TEXAN’

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Charlotte Slaver serves as a Senior Living Counselor on the Sales and Marketing team at The Outlook at Windhaven (OAW), a Forefront Living senior living community currently in the construction phase in Plano Charlotte was the second teammate to join the OAW team, starting her role in February of 2021

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Sixty-two years together and many adventures later, Larry and Barbara Glazer are excited to be embarking on a new one: their move to The Outlook at Windhaven (OAW) this fall A good friend introduced the couple to OAW and their friend’s plans to move prompted the Glazers to consider their future, even though they are in good shape now

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PROGRESS TO DATE

The Outlook at Windhaven (OAW) is your gateway to easy living and enjoyment! Located just minutes from the vibrant shopping and dining scene at Plano’s Park and Preston, with easy access to HEB, OAW offers convenience and community!

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Presbyterian Village North (PVN) recently unveiled a vibrant testament to the creative spirit with the grand opening of their brand-new Creative Art Center. On a Saturday afternoon in late March, nearly 120 residents, friends and families flocked to the new center to partake in an inspiring gathering where art and community seamlessly intertwined at the Resident Art Exhibit. Read more.

Click here to read the March issue of The Village Bugle PVN's newsletter created by residents for residents

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s Mong serves as a Clinical Liaison at erian Village North (PVN) and joined m in September of 2023. In her role, eens potential admittees for entrance N’s Transitional Rehabilitation Center ps patients with their care transition. es enjoys building relationships with he serves, as well as her teammates. Read more.

CULTIVATING COMMUNITY MAGAZINE FEATURES

Presbyterian Village North (PVN) recently began working with an on-site ElderGrow educator, who visits the Assisted Living residents twice a month, to teach classes, perform garden maintenance and provide residents with the opportunity to learn, create and socialize through gardening and plant education. Read more.

Masters of the Air on Apple TV+ tells the story of the 100th Bomb Group during World War II John “Lucky” Luckadoo, one of the group ’ s last living members, tells his own story from his longtime home at Presbyterian Village North Click here to read the D Magazine interview with Lucky

The Bloody Hundredth

Click here to watch the news segment about “The Bloody Hundredth” documentary shown this week to residents at Presbyterian Village North. Read more.