Commun ty Matters Lawrence Presbyterian Manor
March 2017
Resident recalls exciting days as KU yell leader Modern cheerleading is a sport of its own, with breathtaking acrobatics and sophisticated choreography. But when Pete Anderson was a yell leader at the University of Kansas, it was a simpler job.They cheered on the Jayhawks and got the crowd going, too. Pete tried out for the squad because he knew how much his Phi Psi fraternity brother Ken Gray enjoyed it. “I always thought it would be fun, but it was a hell of a lot of work!” said Pete, who now lives at Lawrence Presbyterian Manor. Back then, squad members paid for most of their own expenses, including travel.They were supplied with letter jackets — which had to be returned at the end of the year — and heavy red wool sweaters.They provided their own white pants and YELL LEADER, continued on page 3
Speaker shares ‘What Seniors Need to Know’ Making the decision to move into a senior living community isn’t easy. Can I afford it? Will my house sell? Will I lose my independence? In January, Lawrence Presbyterian Manor hosted speaker Rick Hunsicker to help people in the Lawrence community answer these questions. About 35 area residents joined us for this informative session on “What Seniors Need to Know Today.” Rick, the founder of Hunsicker Senior Living Services, has more than 30 years of experience in senior living options and real estate. Rick explored the current choices available to older adults, including staying in their own homes or moving in with their children, home health care, and retirement communities. He emphasized the benefits of community living, such as security, socialization and access to continuing care in the future if your needs change. SPEAKER continued on page 2