NOVEMBER 2021
PPH Auxiliary continues tradition of service and spirit Since its establishment in 1889, the Auxiliary of The Philadelphia Protestant Home has had a tradition rich in service and community spirit. Previously known as the Ladies Aide Society, the Women's Auxiliary and now the PPH Auxiliary, the group's mission is to "support the Benevolent Care Fund and gratitude activities by promoting engagement with and support for PPH's mission and one another." Auxiliary members — which consist of residents of all levels of care, staff of various departments, and members of the outside community — have helped to successfully meet the group's goals. These goals also include contributing to the purchase of equipment, renovation projects, resident amenities, support services and programs, and the expansion of social opportunities. The group's president, Lawndale Manor resident Patricia Coyne, is inspired by her passion of giving and serving, values that were passed down from her mother, a former PPH resident and Auxiliary volunteer. Several fundraisers are conducted throughout the year. The group
PPH residents and staff pose with firefighters of Engine 64. Last month, the PPH Auxiliary sponsored a full dinner for all four shifts of firefighters in Engine 64.
raises money for small gifts that go to Pathways and Personal Care residents on Mother's Day and Father's Day. They are currently working to raise funds for table decorations for the Personal Care Dining rooms. Most recently, the Auxiliary raised over $1,000 for a wreath made by Lawndale Manor resident Betty Wylot in a PPH WiSE class, and a gift basket with items from Dot's Closet. Dot's Closet is a storage area that contains household and clothing items that have been donated to PPH. These items are available for purchase, often at very low prices. Dot's Closet was open monthly
for sales prior to the COVID-19 pandemic; if you are interested in shopping, please contact an Auxiliary member. (Only open to PPH residents and staff at this time.) The Auxiliary is active in showing gratitude and appreciation to our partners in the neighborhood. Last year, they sponsored hoagies and pizza to the Philadelphia Police Department's 2nd District. And just a few weeks ago, they sponsored a full dinner for the Philadelphia Fire Department's Engine 64, located a few blocks away on 6100 Rising Sun Ave. Auxiliary >>Page 3
In This Issue... l New faces at PPH l
Active Aging Week l Oktoberfest photos
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