Newton Presbyterian Manor
MARCH 2020
Thousands of miles from home, Elen Nesser has found family in Newton
Elen Nesser with her mother, Ning Ning. For the past 14 years, Elen Nesser has been a familiar and well-loved face to all of those who have lived and worked at Newton Presbyterian Manor—and it’s safe to say that the feelings are mutual. “My family is the Presbyterian Manor,” said Elen. “I love the residents; I love my co-workers. I love everybody.” Originally from the Philippines, Elen came to the United States in June 2005 and began working at the community just a few months later. Today she serves as both a full-time housekeeper and part-time member of the kitchen staff. While Newton is a lot different from where she grew up in the Philippines, she says she now feels right at home. FAMILY - continued on page 2
Newton Presbyterian Manor Art is Ageless® exhibit and reception features senior artists Local senior artists will be celebrated March 25 through April 10 at Newton Presbyterian Manor as the community hosts its annual Art is Ageless® exhibit and observes the 40th anniversary of the Art is Ageless® program. Art is Ageless is a trademarked program of PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America). The program offers senior artists the opportunity to share and display their artwork and reaffirms the agelessness of human creativity. “It’s inspiring to see the beautiful pieces these seniors have created,” said Noelle Dickinson, marketing director. “The joy it brings to AIA - continued on page 2
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