SEPTEMBER 2024
September brings new beginnings, return to action Now that it is September, we say goodbye to the warm weather and the joys of summer. We say hello to an autumn breeze, leaves change from their calm, soothing green of summer to their rich, vibrant multi-colors of autumn, and football season begins. September is also the month most students return to school. And September at PPH, like the beginning of the school year, marks a fresh beginning. In the summer months, some staff members take time off, and some residents leave to visit family or a vacation destination. So once September hits, it marks a return of activities and an increase in events. Returning in September is PPH’s Independent Living Residents’ Association (ILRA) meeting. The ILRA's mission is "to communicate with our PPH Administration in those areas in which mutual cooperation with all independent living (IL) residents will create a congenial, active and useful community." These meetings are open to all IL residents. This month’s meeting is Monday, Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. in the Social Hall and will broadcast on PPH channel 7. Light refreshments will be served at the end of the meeting.
In This Issue...
Above left, two friends share a meal and conversation at a previous PPH Prayer Breakfast. Above right, residents pose after the 2023 Talent Show. Also returning are two monthly activities from Pastoral Services. Good Grief Bereavement is resuming their monthly meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the 1st Floor Alpha Lounge at 11:30 a.m. Grief is not limited to the death of a loved one; it can be the result of a traumatic event, broken relationships, and times of transition. Just as grief is not limited, neither is the timeline for grieving. "As the holiday season nears, emotions and grief that we thought we had dealt with may come to the surface. Instead of trying to hide those emotions or ignoring the memories, consider joining with this small group of individuals who will listen, and who will accept your feelings, without judgement. Remember, grief is a process, be
patient with yourself and seek avenues of healing," said Chaplain Linda Lewis. PPH Monthly Prayer Breakfast is returning in September on the 2nd Saturday of the month in the Social Hall at 9 a.m. PPH has a rich faith based and German heritage. Prayer and faith helped to establish PPH, and while the community has changed, prayer and the monthly breakfast continues sustaining its legacy at PPH. Residents, staff, and outside visitors are invited to gather monthly to enjoy a morning that begins with a delicious breakfast, followed by hymns and prayer, ending with an inspiring message from various local pastors or speakers. A sweet time of fellowship is shared by all who attend. Tickets may be purchased from the Business Office or payment may be Sept. >>> Continued on page 7
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