Commun ty Matters Rolla Presbyterian Manor
May 2015
Older Americans Month 2015: ‘Get into the Act’ Older adults are a vital part of our society. Since 1963, communities across the country have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Get into the Act,” to focus on how older adults are taking charge of their health, getting engaged in their communities, and making a positive impact in the lives of others. By promoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and inclusivity, more Americans than ever before can “Get into the Act.” While Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica campuses provides quality senior services guided by Christian values to older adults year-round, Older Americans Month offers an opportunity to emphasize how older adults can access the home- and community-based services they need to live independently in their communities. It is also an occasion to highlight how older adults are engaging with and making a difference in those communities. Throughout the month, Rolla Presbyterian Manor will be conducting activities designed to highlight the contributions of seniors to the greater community.
Honoring mothers in May “Let France have good mothers, and she will have good sons.” --Napoleon Bonaparte. In the United States, Mother’s Day began in the early twentieth century. President Woodrow Wilson declared it a national holiday in 1914. The name of the holiday is spelled in the singular possessive, Mother’s Day. It is a day to celebrate the mother who nurtured and raised you. The Bible gives the characteristics of a good woman and mother. Industrious “The wise woman builds her house …” (Proverbs 14:1). Families with strong internal dynamics are frequently the result of women who work to weave the fabric of their families into one piece. Her hard work and caring attitude draws out the best in her children. Teacher “…do not forsake your mother’s teaching.” (Proverbs 1: 8). Most people have memories of their mothers telling them stories and nursery rhymes MOTHER, continued on page 2