January 2015
The Villager
3600 East Fulton Street ∙ Grand Rapids, MI 49546 ∙ (616) 949-4971 ∙ www.porterhills.org
A Fond Farewell
Michelle Coberly, Executive Director
On January 31, 2015, we will be saying goodbye to Dr. Clinton Harris, who has been the Medical
Director at Porter Hills for 17 years. We are so appreciative to him for the gifts and talents he has
shared with us over this period of time. He gave his heart to his patients, spending as much time
with them and family as they needed in order to help them live their best lives. While we will miss
him, we are happy that he will be able to spend more time with family. Please join us in celebrating
Dr. Harris on Monday, January 26, 2015, from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the Main Dining Room. I hope to
see you there!
Residents and Staff at the
Christmas Thank You Tea.
Chuck Boomgaard on a
hunting trip in Jackson.
Presenter Jane Doyle
with Joy Smith of the
Women’s Board.
Residents enjoying a show at
Calvin College.
In This Issue:
Village News
1-3
Community Enrichment
4-6
Resident Announcements
7
Chaplain’s Corner
8
2
Porter Hills Village
Staff
Michelle Coberly
Executive Director
Mary Crans
Administrative
Services Coordinator
Maegan Garlock
Wellness Director
Sue Hamm
Sr. Director of Health
Services
Platinum
Stephanie Neal, Director of Major and Planned Gifts
Platinum is the modern gift to commemorate the 20 th anniversary. The
Porter Hills Foundation is approaching this important 20 year milestone!
A Porter Hills exploratory committee was formed in 1961, which led to
incorporation in 1964, and the ground was broke for the Porter Hills
Village campus in 1970. Ultimately, the Porter Hills Foundation was
incorporated in 1995. Today, and as we look into the future, the Porter
Hills Foundation remains steadfast in our commitment to support the
development of resources to ensure the ultimate wellbeing of our senior
community.
As we turn 20, we thank you for your support of our mission and look
ahead to the next two decades!
Jena Mis
Director of Health
Services
Dale Simmons
Director of Dining
Services
Cheryl Van Bemden
Guide at Green
House® Homes
Amy Waters
Director of Human
Resources
Ronda Wisneski
Director of
Environmental
Services
Platinum gifts and other collectibles are welcome. Donations are tax
deductible to the extent allowed by law. Those wishing to support the
Foundation may contact me at 616-309-1035.
Women’s Board News
Display Case:
We hope you enjoyed the festive December display case, featuring
items from the collections of Women’s Board members. January’s
display should be equally interesting - it’s all about boxes. Piqued your
curiosity? We hope so!
Marjory Kempers, Display Case Committee Chair
Library:
In October we asked that you put all book donations on the desk, and
we thank you for doing that. However, there are limits to what we will
accept. We do not want donations of regular print paperbacks,
dictionaries and other reference books, cookbooks, children’s books, or
how-to books. Donated books should be in good condition and of
general interest to our avid Porter Hills readers. Paperbacks can be
placed in the Card Room next to the Gallery.
Lexy McCulloch, Library Committee Chair
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2014-2015
PHV Resident
Council
Members
Avoiding Dizziness
Jocelyn Bunce, Fitness Specialist
As we go throughout our day, our blood pressure fluctuates. These
changes ensure we receive proper blood flow to our muscles and organs
whether we are sitting, standing, or walking. As we age, our blood vessels
slightly decrease in the ability to effectively regulate our blood pressure with
position changes. Always take your time when changing positions to ensure
your health and safety - this means avoiding situations where you might
need to rush and stand quickly. For example, when you wake up in the
morning and are ready to get out of bed, be sure to rise slowly to allow time
for your blood pressure and circulation to adequately adjust. First, move
from lying to sitting, and then, breathe for a few moments before standing.
Also, know the medications you’re taking and how they may affect your
blood pressure and cause a feeling of dizziness. Taking these necessary
precautions will help decrease your chances of falling due to dizziness and
light-headedness.
Sight Seer - Channel 10
Stan Hone, GAE Resident
Like a good story? Like a good book?
Three times a day, story time is there for you on Porter Hills’ Channel 10.
Give yourself a break and let our readers whisk you to a new adventure or
delight in another time. Just sit back, close your eyes, and enjoy a good
time.
Did December’s telling of Dickens’ “Christmas Carol” kindle your memory of
Lionel Barrymore’s Ebenezer Scrooge? Did Clive Cussler’s timely
international crisis mystery, “Night Probe,” keep you on edge waiting for the
next installment? Now, join twelve-year-old Brendan as he continues his
culture altering tale of the family’s 1940’s move to a small Minnesota town
in Jon Hassler’s, “Grand Opening.” What looks like fun is “Major Pettigrew’s
Last Stand” by Helen Simonson - two quirky characters in an unlikely
romance.
Dick Pobst
Chair
Doris Hackenbruch
Vice-Chair
Denise Patterson
Secretary
Representatives
Suzanne Allen
Bernice Bennett
Ruth Bosscher
Patricia Carlson
Louise Claver
Lois Hardesty
Meredith Kindschi
Barbara Markus
June Marshall
Els Thayer
Janet Thompson
Ed Twohey
Harold VanAllsburg
Blanche VanderBent
Can’t find Channel 10? Call me at 616-466-5132.
Dr. Harris
You’re invited to help Porter Hills celebrate Dr. Harris’ many years of
service. Dr. Harris has been with Porter Hills for 17 years and has been a
wonderful asset to our team. Help us thank him for his dedication at a
celebration just for him. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided.
The celebration of his work will be held on Monday, January 26 from
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the Main Dining Room.
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VILLAGE NEWS
4
Porter Hills Presents:
I Prefer
Porter Hills
When it comes to
making health care
decisions, the choice
is yours.
I Prefer Porter Hills is
a free service with
benefits that include:
 An I Prefer Porter
Hills wallet card to
present at doctors
visits, during
hospital stays, and
other occasions
when care planning
is involved
 Continuity of preand post-hospital
care coordinated by
our liaisons
 Confidential
communication to
those involved in
your health care
decisions
To request
an enrollment
package or
for more
information, please
call
young @ heart chorus
®
Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.,
DeVos Performance Hall
Young @ Heart is a senior choir based in Massachusetts.
They are an international sensation and have performed a
wide selection of pieces for their many audiences.
Porter Hills is excited to bring this group to Grand Rapids
and hope you’ll attend!
Tickets are $30 if bought through Heather Knouse,
Wellness Coordinator for Independent Living, at
954-1799 ext. 10235.
If you would like other ticket options, please call DeVos
Place & Van Andel Arena box offices at 1-800-745-3000.
575-5090
or email
[email protected]
Porter Hills residents are also given the opportunity to
attend a “Meet and Greet” after the performance.
We hope to see you there!
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ON CAMPUS EVENTS
5
ADAM’S JOURNEY
PETER BURGIN
Margaret McCarthy will present on the book she
wrote, “Adam’s Journey.” It’s about her son with
Mitochondrial disease and the struggles the
family had to go through while trying to find a
diagnosis. She will have books available for
purchase for $10.
 Wednesday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Gallery
Peter Burgin is a well-known pianist in the
Grand Traverse area. He plays ragtime piano
music and also plays popular TV theme songs.
He is making a special trip to Grand Rapids to
play for Porter Hills Village.
 Wednesday, January 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the
Meeting House
THE FLYING FARM BOY
Daniel Boerman wrote the book, “The Flying
Farm Boy.” His story is about valuable life
lessons he learned from growing up on a
Michigan farm in a small Dutch community, and
a young boy’s dream to rise above his humble
beginnings. Books will be available for purchase
for $17.99 plus tax.
 Friday, January 9 at 2:30 p.m. in the Gallery
SENIOR STEPPERS
A group of senior dancers will perform a variety
of fun dances for a memorable afternoon
performance. Join them as they dance to
different numbers and change costumes right
before your eyes.
 Friday, January 16 at 2:00 p.m. in the Towne
Square
DAVE KAMPFSCHULTE
The benefit of growing older is that we have
time to reflect and learn from our numerous life
experiences, both the good and the bad. What
does wisdom really mean? You might find out
that you are smarter than you think!
 Wednesday, January 21 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Gallery
COOKING DEMO
Join Porter Hills’ Executive Chef, Kris Stunkard,
for a Cooking demonstration. He’ll share
recipes and ideas for various dishes. Stop by
for delicious samples!
 Wednesday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m. in the
C-Alcove
TOP TEN BOOKS
An employee at Schuler’s books will present the
top 10 books to read this year. Stop by to see
recommendations for must-read books!
 Wednesday, January 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Gallery
WHAT IS GLAUCOMA?
January is National Glaucoma Awareness
Month. George Kremer, Low Vision Clinical
Director at the Association for the Blind and
Visually Impaired, will offer a presentation on
“What is Glaucoma?” Prevention and Treatment
options will also be discussed.
 Monday, January 19 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Gallery
GOSPEL MELODY QUARTET
Gospel Melody Quartet will perform gospel
songs during this mid-day music concert. Come
and hear their memorable performance.
 Tuesday, January 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the
B-Alcove
SPELL-OFF
Join us for our second annual resident spelling
competition! The spelling words will be handed
out at the beginning of January to those who are
interested in participating. Audience members
also have a chance to win a prize during buzz
rounds!
 Friday, January 30 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Gallery
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OFF CAMPUS EVENTS/TRIPS
*All sign ups are with Heather at 954-1799 ext. 10235 unless otherwise noted*
DINNER TRIP: AMORE
Amore is an Italian restaurant located off Alpine
Avenue. One of the main chef’s was voted Chef
of the Year 2013! Join your friends for a fun
evening and a delectable meal off campus.
Dinner is ordered off the menu at your own
expense.
Monday, January 5;
bus departs at 5:30
p.m.
 Please call ext. 10255
to sign-up

MOVIE MATINEE
Popcorn, candy, and a first-run movie at
Celebration Cinema! Movie selection and
departure time will be posted the
Wednesday before the trip.
Movie tickets are bought at your
own expense.
 Saturday, January 10
COFFEE CLASSICS
The Grand Rapids Symphony is hosting a
morning coffee concert at St. Cecilia Music
Center, sponsored by Porter Hills. Enjoy coffee
and snacks before the show. Tickets are $8.40
and will be charged to your account. Sign-up
deadline is Friday, January 9.

Friday, January 16; bus departs at 8:30 a.m.
METROPOLITAN OPERA
Celebration Cinema will stream the Metropolitan
Opera live! This Opera is located in New York
City and the performance is
titled “The Merry Widow.”
Tickets can be bought at the
door for $23 at your own
expense.

Saturday, January 17; bus
departs at 12:15 p.m.
ELIZABETH DIAS
Elizabeth Dias is a correspondent of TIME
magazine. She will be presenting at the
January Series for Calvin College. She will
share what is involved in
being a correspondent for
a major news magazine.
There is no charge for this
event.

Wednesday,
January
21; bus departs at
11:30 a.m.
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LUNCH TRIP: HERITAGE
Secchia Institute is a school within Grand
Rapids Community College. This Institute
allows culinary students to become experts at
their own restaurant, Heritage. Lunch is ordered
off the menu at your own expense.

Thursday, January 22; bus departs at 11:15
a.m.
7
January
Birthdays!
In Memory
Bob McClure
1
Jeanne Jones
1
Paul Reyelts
1
Millie Anders
3
Jack Batts
Doris Hackenbruch
Nancy Oates
Gravelle Pierre
Stella Shields
Leslie Siegel
John tenBosch
Agnes VanSlooten
Robert Veenstra
Shirley Zeagler
“...Well done, good and faithful servant…”
Matthew 25:23
Mary Therese Wood 5
Ronald Barbachym
8
Stu Blauw
10
Kathy Lindhout
15
Olga Cassard
16
Bob Carlson
17
Doris Van Ess Bader
GA
Robert & Phyllis Gray
VC
Chuck Royce
20
Bob & Carol Gustavson
GA
Barbara Heroman
GA
Doe Matcheck
21
Jocelyn Lesperance
HH
Welcome New Residents!
Marion VanderVeen 21
Dolores Bander
25
Joe Hall
26
Dick Loughney
26
Phyllis Quandt
29
Open Days
Coffee Shop
Monday - Friday
Hours of Operation
Saturday
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. and
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
9:30 –11:00 a.m.
Computer Lab
Monday - Sunday
24 hours a day
Emporium
Mon, Wed, Fri
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. and
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Tues and Thurs
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Fifth Third Bank
Tuesday and Friday 9:00 –11:30 a.m. and
1:00 –3:00 p.m.
Garden Cafe
Monday - Friday
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
PX
Monday - Friday
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Store of Treasures
Tuesday
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Chaplain’s Corner
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday and
Holidays
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
616-949-4971
How Can We Serve
You Better?
Please take a
moment to share
your suggestions.
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Give comments to
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Coberly’s mailbox.
January 2015 ▪ The Villager
Have you ever given much thought to what I call “the sketchiness of the
saints?” Seriously, if when you really focus on the stories behind the
people of the Bible’s pages, you have to wonder how they were ever
included in a Holy Book.
The first two people in the Bible betray God and give into temptation.
Then there’s Abraham, expelling his wife and child because an additional
wife was jealous. Noah and his chemical abuse, Joseph and his vanity,
Jacob and his lies, Moses the murderer, Jacob and his negativity, Jonah
and his management issues, David and his adultery and murder, Peter
and his denial of Jesus, Paul, the persecutor of Christians, Thomas the
doubter, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Seriously, by today’s
standards half of the people depicted on stained glass windows would
have wound up in jail!
So what do we make of this? Paul summed it up when he wrote, “For
we have this treasure in earthen vessels, to show that the glory belongs
to God and not us!” (II Corn. 4:7) God can use anyone he chooses. I
heard a theologian once say, “God does such great work with sinners.
Of course, that’s because sinners are all God has to work with!” Earthen
vessels.
As we begin a brand new year, we can take heart that if God could
build the Kingdom of Grace with those characters from the pages of
Scripture, God can also work miracles with contemporary characters like
you and me. Christmas has once again offered us a great treasure – the
Love of God incarnate in our world – alive in you and me. It really doesn’t
matter how flawed or imperfect we are as 2015 begins. What matters is
that God has a plan for us, a purpose for us, and God can use us in this
new year to do holy things, even if we have not always been entirely
whole. “God does such great work with sinners.” “We have this treasure
in earthen vessels…”
In this new year remember two things (1) You need to believe in
yourself, because God has a holy plan for you. Don’t focus on your
failings, focus on your potential. Don’t live in your past, live into the future
God desires for you. (2) It is actually about God, anyway. God can do
anything he wants - through you! If God wants to use you to make a dent
in the world for kindness and charity and compassion and love, then God
has that power! Just go with the flow. My prayer for you in 2015 is that
you will believe in yourself…believe in God…and wait for miracles to
happen!
A Blessed New Year!
Melody Pierce Johnson
Porter Hills Chaplain
Sunday
JANUARY 2015 LIFE ENRICHMENT CALENDAR GA/TH/VC
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
KEY
1
1:00p
◊
ж
©
†
CS
FIT
FS
Activity Room
Bus Trip
Card Room
Chapel
Coffee Shop
F.I.T. Room
Fireside Room
□
Mayflower and
Eastminster Church ж
Westminster and
Fountain Church ж
Vespers ⌂
9-11a
4
9:30a
10:15a
4:00p
MDR
⌂
MWC
RH
₪
TS
5
9:45a
11:00a
1:30p
2:00p
5:30p
11
9:30a
10:15a
4:00p
Gallery
Main Dining Room
Meeting House
Martindill Wellness C.
Old Residential Health
Season Ticket Holders
Towne Square
9:45a
1:30p
6:00p
6
10:00a
Lecture Series TS
Resident Council TS
GA/TH Dinner TS
10:00a
10:00a
10:00a
1:15p
1:30p
2:00p
7:00p
7
Bible Study B Alcove
Women's Board □
GR Foundation FS
Fountain St. Service □
Wii Bowling TS
Quilting & Crafts ◊
BINGO TS
9:30a
Bible Study B Alcove
BP Clinic RH
Fountain St. Service □
Wii Bowling TS
Quilting & Crafts ◊
9:30a
13
1:00p
1:15p
1:30p
2:00p
2:00p
7:00p
18
10:15a
4:00p
19
Mayflower and
Eastminster Church ж
Westminster and
Fountain Church ж
Vespers ⌂
9:45a
1:30p
2:00p
2:30p
10:00a
1:15p
1:30p
2:00p
11:15a
4:00p
6:30p
7:00p
2:00p
2:00p
3:00p
5:15p
21
Bible Study B Alcove
Fountain St. Service □
Wii Bowling TS
Quilting & Crafts ◊
8
10:30a
1:30p
14
20
Lecture Series TS
Dollar Tree/Hobby
Lobby ж
What is Glaucoma? □
3rd Monday Readers
Main Library
Meijer ж
Adam's Journey □
Peter Burgin ⌂
1:00p
7:00p
9:30a
25
10:15a
4:00p
26
Mayflower and
Eastminster Church ж
Westminster and
Fountain Church ж
Vespers ⌂
9:45a
9:30a
11:30a
12:00p
2:00p
11:15a
Meijer ж
Elizabeth Dias ж
Winter Luncheon MDR
Dave Kampfschulte □
11:15a
1:00p
1:30p
4:00p
22
11:15a
1:00p
1:30p
2:00p
2:00p
6:00p
27
Lecture Series TS
Dr. Harris Celebration
MDR
GA/TH Buffet Party TS
2
9:45a
9:45a
10:00a
1:15p
1:30p
2:00p
2:30p
Mexico Trip
Bible Study B Alcove
Fountain St. Service □
Wii Bowling TS
Quilting & Crafts ◊
Gospel Melody
Quartet B Alcove
28
9:30a
2:00p
7:00p
Mexico Trip
Meijer ж
Cooking Demo C Alcove
Bridge TS
29
10:00a
1:00p
1:30p
2:00p
4:00p
9
Episcopal Comm. †
Catholic Communion
HRC Activity Room
Fitness Series □
Mall Run ж
PH Singers □
BINGO □
Scrabble ©
9:45a
Catholic Communion
HRC Activity Room
Fitness Series □
Mall Run ж
PH Singers □
8:30a
Lunch Trip: Heritage ж
Catholic Communion
HRC Activity Room
Fitness Series □
Mall Run ж
Movie Showing □
PH Singers □
BINGO □
Scrabble ©
9:45a
9:45a
2:00p
2:30p
7:15p
16
15
Meijer ж
Food Committee ©
Top Ten Books □
Birthday Party TS
Birthday Dinner MDR
Bridge TS
4:00p
6:30p
7:00p
9:30a
Citrus Bowl □/TS
Rose Bowl □/TS
2:00p
Hearing Aid Clinic MWC
Lecture Series TS
Ambassador Meeting □
Social Committee ◊
Movie Showing □
Dinner Trip: Amore ж
12
Mayflower and
Eastminster Church ж
Westminster and
Fountain Church ж
Vespers ⌂
4:30p
Thursday
New Year's Day
Mexico Trip
Catholic Communion
HRC Activity Room
Fitness Series □
Mall Run ж
Mexico Travelogue □
PH Singers □
9:45a
1:15p
2:00p
Friday
3
Forest Hills Foods ж
Lecture Series TS
Movie Showing □
10:00a
Forest Hills Foods ж
Lecture Series TS
Crafts ◊
The Flying Farm Boy □
Highlights/Grand ₪
10:00a
Coffee Classics ж
Lecture Series TS
Forest Hills Foods ж
Senior Steppers TS
10:00a
9:45a
2:30p
30
9:45a
9:45a
2:00p
7:15p
Coffee Fellowship FS
10
10:00a
TBD
Coffee Fellowship FS
Bell Ringing □
Movie Matinee ж
17
10:00a
12:15p
2:00p
6:45p
23
Saturday
Coffee Fellowship FS
Bell Ringing □
Metropolitan Opera ж
Movie Showing □
Civic Theatre ₪
24
Forest Hills Foods ж
Lecture Series TS
New Resident
Reception MDR
10:00a
Forest Hills Foods ж
Lecture Series TS
Spell-Off □
Showcase/Grand ₪
10:00a
10:00a
7:15p
Coffee Fellowship FS
Bell Ringing □
Symphony Pops ₪
31
10:00a
Coffee Fellowship FS
Bell Ringing □