Foundation House Times
November 2014
FOUNDATION HOUSE AT NORTHGATE
In Honor of Veterans Day
November is a month that marks the beginning of many seasonal
celebrations and in our fast paced culture, I think Thanksgiving
overshadows an important holiday that also takes place in November.
Veterans Day was established to celebrate and honor all the men and
women who have served in the armed forces. We have many veterans
living at FHN and it would be a missed opportunity to not hear some of
their stories of service for our country. I want to share a couple with
you.
Bill Britton. : Army Security Agency
Bill enlisted in 1959 before he was drafted in order to try and have
Above: The USS Menifee, a Haskell Class
Amphibious transport on which Glenn served two
some say into which branch he served. He joined the Army and was
years.
sent to Monterey, California, for nine months to learn Russian before
he was relocated to Germany where he served most of his time implementing the capability to sabotage
Russian radio communications.
“We were a subsidiary of the NSA...people called us ‘spooks’ but we weren’t that scary,” he said as he
described his work—locating Russian communication sites and strategizing for possible future communication
disruption.
While in Germany, Bill enjoyed learning to push himself and succeed in the challenging circumstances his
work provided, “It was really my first challenging experience and I grew a lot.” Looking back, Bill enjoyed
relating, “all the little adventures we had.” He served with a small group of men who worked closely and often together which Bill said inevitably was a breeding ground for deep friendships. Bill served in the Army
Security Agency for three-and-a-half years before choosing to not re-enlist and return to college at Seattle
University. Later he graduated from UW with a degree in law.
As he reflected upon his favorite aspects of serving, Bill’s face lit up and began singing a folk song in Russian…
“It was the first time I really learned to sing.” During Russian language training in Monterey, Bill was part of a
choir that sang Russian folk songs. “I’ve been involved in other choirs since, but that was the first time I
realized I could sing.” Bill has continued his passion for singing through church choirs. Before joining his
current choir, he sang with the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Olympia for 30 years.
—Glenn Bailey. : Navy : EM2c : USS Menifee
Glenn was drafted and originally received orders for radio tech school in 1943, but after training he was
placed on the USS Menifee as the electrician and served during her commission in 1944 until her first
decommissioning in 1946. The Menifee was an APA Haskell Class Amphibious Transport. During those two
years the USS Menifee traveled all over the Pacific to places such as Hawaii, the Phillipines, New Guinea,
Japan, the Coral Sea and many others. Glenn had many stories from his time aboard the Menifee, but these
two stood out to me (please continue reading article on page 4).
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Computer Seminar with Sven
Wednesday, November 12th at 1:00
Sven will be returning to answer your computer questions!
Join us in the activity room as Sven addresses your
submitted topics such as the benefits of using smartphones,
internet security and switching email providers.
All are welcome.
Mobile Library
Monday, November 3rd at 9:00
The Mobile Library is back in the lobby
this month checking out books and
receiving you materials for return.
Resident Meeting
Friday, November 7th at 12:30
Let’s get together and touch base about
our community and learn about what is
coming up next. Join us in the AR.
Foot Care
Wednesday, Nov. 5th 1pm-4pm
Thursday, Nov. 6th 9am-11am
It is time for that monthly foot care.
Sign up at the activity table to have your feet
pampered. Cost is $25.
Current Events with Jacob Bolotin
Tuesday, Nov. 4th at 1:00
Friday, Nov. 21st at 1:30
Jacob holds a Master’s in international
relations and will be discussing
current U.S. and international events.
Make sure to join us in the activity room.
Bartell’s Trip
Wednesday, November 5th at 11:00
Do your quick-stop-shopping at
Bartell’s in Shoreline.
Casino Date
Tuesday, Nov. 18th at 9:45
Slots, cards, and dice. Test your luck
at the casino this month. Sign up at
the activity table.
Church Service
Thursday, Nov. 20th at 1:00
All are welcome. Communion is available
for those who want to participate. This
non-denominational service includes
singing, meditation, prayer and fellowship
in the activity room.
Dollar Store
Wednesday, Nov. 12th at 11:00
It is amazing what you can get for a
dollar. Shop for the little things you
need—and get them cheap! Meet in
the lobby.
November Birthday Party
Wednesday, Nov. 19th at 3:00
Celebrate this month’s birthdays with
drinks, cake and the musical
entertainment of pianist Gary Hood.
Fred Meyer
Tuesday, November 4th at 11:00
Get whatever you need at the onestop-shop. Pick up house items, food,
and fresh produce. Sign up at the
activity table.
Free Lunch Friday
Friday, Nov 21st at 11:30-1:00
Enjoy a free lunch including Chef
Steve’s famous potato salad. Come to
the dining room anytime
between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm.
(Please note that lunch is free for
residents only. Friends and family are
$6.50 and welcome to join.)
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November Birthdays
Louise M.
11/3
Pat A.
11/4
Orpha B.
11/10
Eileen B.
11/10
Betty K.
11/14
Norma B.
11/16
Kurt H.
11/16
Evelyn O.
11/22
Warren A.
11/30
Employees
Medhanit G.
11/06
Prakash R.
11/22
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Giving Winner
This month’s Giving Winner is St.
Catherine of Siena Church entered
by Vonna G. She has been
associated with them for more
than 50 years. They will receive
$100 from FHN.
Giving Winner Submissions
Do you have a favorite charity or
organization you support?
Fill out a giving form with Pam
and your organization will be
eligible for our monthly donation
drawings. For more information
contact our Marketing Director,
Pam.
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November Events
Holiday Bazaar
Thursday, November 6th at 11:00
Red Ribbons and Reindeer presents their 27th annual craft bazaar at the Hollywood School house in
Woodinville. Browse the booths for handmade holiday gifts, decorations, specialty foods, jewelry, knitted
items, candles, soaps, lotions and much more. Join us in the lobby at 11:00. Bring your walkers and
good walking shoes.
Fido Drill Team
Sunday, November 9th at 2:00
This group is a wonderful team comprised of 12 to 16 friendly dogs from many different breeds. Together
they will show off their excellent training with synchronized routines. Come down to the activity room and
see what these amazing canines can do!
Veterans Day at the Museum of Flight
Tuesday, November 11th at 10:30
The Boeing Museum of Flight hosts a special program each year to honor the veterans who have served this
country. This celebration will feature a flag ceremony, keynote speaker, Mike Washington, from Team Rubicon, a former Marine and Gold Star father. The Boeing Employees’ Concert Band will also be performing
special patriotic music for the ceremony. Veterans receive free admission to the Museum of Flight on
Veterans Day. Join us for this special celebration.
Arts and Crafts
Thursday, November 13th 12:30-2:30
Christmas is right around the corner and that will be the theme for this arts and crafts day. Carol Sanderson
will be guiding us in creating festive door hangers and table decorations. No prior experience is required and
everyone is welcome to join us in the activity room for all the fun.
Slideshow : Hiking Through the Enchantments
Friday, November 14th at 1:30 in the AR
Due to many residents unable to make the first showing,
Ryan will be presenting his trip through the Enchantments
again, with a few more photos.
In the month of August, Ryan hiked the 20 mile stretch of
trail through the Enchantments located outside of
Leavenworth in 13 hours and 27 minutes. Known for their
unique beauty, backpackers and hikers travel from around
the world to see the awe-inspiring views that the
Enchantments display.
Join Ryan in the activity room as he shares stories and
pictures of his adventure through this glorious alpine
terrain.
Above: Dragontail Peak looms over Colchuck Lake in the Apline
Lakes Wilderness
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November Events Continued...
Debbie Demitri: Indian Princess Tales
Tuesday, November 25th at 1:00
As Thanksgiving fast approaches, let us celebrate the tales of two Native
American heroines who made a difference in history by reliving the adventures
of two Indian Princesses, Sacagawea and Pocahontas. Come join us as
Northwest Storyteller, Debbie Demitri brings to life these true life heroines
and pays tribute to Chief Seattle’s daughter, Princess Angeline, as well.
Debbie will be performing in the activity room at 1:00.
Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, November 27th 3pm-5pm
Enjoy a wonderfully prepared dinner by Chef Steve to celebrate Thanksgiving. If
you would like to invite family or friends the cost is $20 a person. Please
inform the front desk of the number of guests joining you before
Wednesday the 19th. If you would like to reserve the Private Dining Room
for a group up to eight, please contact the desk as soon as possible. The menu
will be available by November 17th. Happy Thanksgiving!
Front Page Article Continued...
The first story seemed to replay over Glenn’s face like it was yesterday as he
recalled the events to me. It was the day the Menifee harbored at Nagasaki,
Japan, and he looked over the absolute devastation of the atom bomb as the
occupational troops disembarked his ship. He remembers seeing the abolished
urban landscape of Nagasaki save for one lone building, “I couldn’t believe it!”
He remarked.
Staff
General Manager
Sandra Morgan
Director of Assisted Living
Bonnie Eriksen
Director of Dietary
Services and Chef
Steve George
Director of Maintenance
Matt Morgan
Director of Marketing
Pamela Williams
Activity Director
Mary Oakes
HAIR SALON HOURS
FHN’s hair salon serves
residents, their families, and
friends. Dial 107 to make an
appointment.
Kerri:
Tuesday
Friday
9:30-12:00
9:30-1:00
The second memory was during the 82-day Battle of Okinawa, and while the
Menifee loaded transports with troops which invaded the beachhead, Glenn
stood out on the deck, amazed by the vast fleet of ships. He remembers
looking from side to side at the hundreds upon hundreds of steel ships spread
across the ocean and thinking, “No one will believe me when I tell them how
many ships are out here.” During the battle Glenn’s friend watched a kamikaze
pilot fly his plane between two towers on the Menifee’s deck, barely missing
the ship.
As Glenn reflected on his memories of service, he said, “I have to watch my
attitude. It is easy to get depressed thinking about those experiences and all the
young men who were being sent to that beach (Okinawa). Seeing good men
lose their lives... I think back to all that and I’m proud. I’m proud to be a
veteran.”
To all veterans, thank you for your service!
Need a Ride?
If you schedule your doctor
appointments on a Wednesday
or Thursday and it is in the area
between the ship canal and
185th in Shoreline, call the
front desk at ext. 100 or you
can leave a note with your
appointment. More information
at the front desk.
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Monday
Tuesday
Beauty Salon Hours
Tuesday: 9:30-12:30
Friday: 9:30-1:00
AR = Activity Room
L = Lobby
DR = Dining Room
PD = Private Dining Room
CR = Card Room
P = Patio
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2:00 Movie AR
2:00 Walking Group L
3 9:00 Golden Tones AR
9:30 Mobile Library L
10:15 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Errands L
3:00 Bingo AR
6:30 Movie AR
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10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Fred Meyer’s L
1:00 Current Events AR
3:00 Bingo AR
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9:00 Goldens Tones AR
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Veterans Day
9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social L
10:30 Museum of Flight L
11:00 Bible Study AR
1:30 Poker AR
1:30 Games Galore AR
3:00 Bingo AR
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2:00 Fido Drill Team AR
2:00 Walking Group L
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2:00 Movie AR
2:00 Walking Group L
10:15 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Errands L
3:00 Bingo AR
6:30 Movie AR
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9:00 Goldens Tones AR
10:15 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Errands L
3:00 Bingo AR
6:30 Movie AR
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9:00 Golden Tones AR
2:00 Movie AR
2:00 Walking Group L
10:15 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Errands L
3:00 Bingo AR
6:30 Movie AR
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1 9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Safeway Trip L
11:30 QFC Trip L
1:30 Games Galore AR
1:30 Van Ride AR
6:30 Bridge CR
6 Foot Care 9am-11am
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Holiday Bazaar L
11:00 Bowling AR
12:30 Bridge CR
3:00 Bingo AR
7 10:00 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
12:30 Resident Meeting AR
12:30 Bridge CR
1:00 Talk with the Chef DR
2:00 Let’s Talk PD
3:00 Bingo AR
8 9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Safeway Trip L
11:30 QFC Trip L
1:30 Games Galore AR
1:30 Van Ride AR
6:30 Bridge CR
12 10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bowling AR
11:00 Dollar Store L
1:00 Computer Seminar
with Sven AR
12:30 Bridge CR
3:30 Happy Hour AR
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14 9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Trader Joe’s L
12:30 Bridge CR
1:00 Talk with the Chef DR
1:30 Enchantments
Hike Slideshow AR
3:00 Bingo AR
15 9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Safeway Trip L
11:30 QFC Trip L
1:30 Games Galore AR
1:30 Van Ride L
6:30 Bridge CR
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9:45 Casino AR
9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bible Study AR
1:30 Poker AR
1:30 Games Galore AR
3:00 Bingo AR
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10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
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10:00 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
1:00 Talk with the Chef DR
11:30—1:00 Free Lunch DR
1:30 Current Event’s AR
3:00 Bingo AR
22 9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Safeway Trip L
11:30 QFC Trip L
1:30 Games Galore AR
1:30 Van Ride L
6:30 Bridge CR
25 9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bible Study AR
1:00 Debbie Demitri AR
1:30 Games Galore AR
2:00 Let’s Talk PD
3:00 Bingo AR
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10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bowling
12:30 Bridge CR
3:30 Happy Hour
w/Tony Bennett AR
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10:00 Exercise AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
1:00 Talk with the Chef DR
3:00 Bingo AR
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9:40 Yoga AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Safeway Trip L
11:30 QFC Trip L
1:30 Games Galore AR
1:30 Van Ride L
6:30 Bridge CR
5 Foot Care 1pm-4pm
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bowling AR
11:00 Bartell’s L
12:30 Bridge CR
3:30 Happy Hour
w/Lawrence Welk AR
10:30 Meet the New Residents
Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bowling AR
12:30 Bridge CR
3:00 Birthday Party
and Happy Hour AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
12:30 Bridge CR
12:30-2:30 Arts and Crafts AR
3:15 Bingo AR
10:00 Exercise/Tai Chi AR
10:30 Coffee Social AR
11:00 Bowling AR
11:00 Mall Trip L
12:30 Bridge CR
1:00 Church Service AR
3:00 Bingo AR
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Dinner 3pm-5pm