Commun ty Matters Emporia Presbyterian Manor
April 2017
Art is Ageless® exhibit, reception occur this month Since the beginning of time, creative expression has brought joy to both its creators and those who experience their art. The Art is Ageless program offers senior artists the opportunity to share and display their artwork and reaffirms the agelessness of human creativity. This month, their works are on display at Emporia Presbyterian Manor. “It’s inspiring to see the beautiful pieces these seniors have created,” said Crystal Stock, marketing director for Emporia Presbyterian Manor. “The joy it brings to them and others is wonderful, and that’s something we want to celebrate and share with the entire Emporia community.” ART, continued on page 3
Remembering our roots Emporia Presbyterian Manor will celebrate 68 years of providing quality senior services guided by Christian values at our annual Founder’s Day celebration this month. All employees and residents are invited to attend the event at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 20, in our main dining room. We will serve refreshments and screen our Founder’s Day video. Executive Director Susan Siepelmeier will also speak about Presbyterian Manor’s mission, where we have made progress in the past year, and our goals for the future of our community. Our staff members will also be invited to sign the annual promise board. Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America’s roots go back to 1947. Alice Kalb, a widow from central Kansas, appealed to a Presbyterian Church organization to establish a home for seniors. Her vision became the first Presbyterian Manor community in Newton, Kan., and inspired others to do even more. Today, PMMA remains true to the spirit of Alice’s vision.