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Highpointes
January 2015 Newsletter
physical • social • intellectual • spiritual
In This issue
3 Find Out Your Numbers for 2015
5 January Activity Calendar
6 Tax Appointments Begin February 10
8 Senior Winter Olympic Games
8 Mindful Meditation - 8 Week Program
Overcoming Stereotypes of
Older Workers
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hese days, 50-plus workers face brutal odds if they lose their
jobs. According to a Pew study, 44% of jobless workers 55 or
older had been unemployed for over a year in 2012. And while
older workers have a lower unemployment rate overall, the ones
who lose their jobs can find the long hunt for work very difficult.
In a 2009 report from the Sloan Center on Aging & Work,
hiring managers at state agencies listed a litany of stereotypes
to explain why they tend to reject older job seekers: They felt
these applicants were more likely to be burned-out, resistant to
new technologies, absent due to illness, poor at working with
younger supervisors, and reluctant to travel. Other studies have
stated that employers assume older applicants are less creative,
less productive,
slower mentally and more expensive to employ than early or
mid-career employees.
Peter Cappelli, a management professor at the Wharton School
of Business and coauthor of the 2010 book Managing the Older
Worker, has looked more closely at these stereotypes, pulling
together research from fields like economics, demography
and psychology. He determined that virtually none of these
stereotypes holds up.
When it comes to actual job performance, Cappelli says, older
employees soundly thrash their younger colleagues. “Every
aspect of job performance gets better as we age,” he declares.
“I thought the picture might be more mixed, but it isn’t. The
juxtaposition between the superior performance of older
workers and the discrimination against them in the workplace
just really makes no sense.” Older workers also score high in
leadership, detail-oriented tasks, organization, listening, writing
skills and problem solving — even in cutting-edge fields like
computer science. But perhaps the greatest asset older workers
bring is experience — their workplace wisdom. They’ve learned
how to get along with people, solve problems without drama
and call for help when necessary.
Considering changing careers? The process of reinventing
yourself is revitalizing — and it may be the smartest course
of action if you’re in a dying field. Start by identifying your
skills and passions — the essence of what makes you you.
At LifeReimagined.org, help is available to begin identifying
your passion and figuring out which jobs, industries and
environments would stoke that fire.
People working longer, economists agree, boosts overall
employment and gives the whole economy a little more gas.
By 2020, it is estimated that workers 55 and over will make
up 25% of the U.S. civilian labor force, up from 13% in 2000.
Putting a strategy in writing is an important form of personal
commitment, a tool to help ensure the necessary factors are
covered, and a gauge to track progress along the way. With
the encouragement, expertise and assistance from industry
professionals, policymakers and others dedicated to solving the
issues of aging, older generations can meaningfully improve
their long-term financial prospects, while creating a new model
of retirement for future generations to follow.
Source: AARP
From the
Executive Director
Brigit Hassig
Website: www.fourpointes.org
Phone: (616) 842-9210
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Tues 6:00 pm. - 8:00 pm. (Activity Center)
The New Year is a time to revisit the values
that guide who we are and what we do for
our community. We believe aging is a set of transitions that give older
adults opportunities for growing and learning, experiences to enjoy
and cherish, and challenges to be met and conquered. To support
older adults with these changes, we are committed to:
• Treating all with respect, dignity and compassion.
Has your Activity Center membership expired?
You may renew it in person or by mailing in this form.
Activity Center MEMBERSHIP
Open to individuals 50+
Member Name:___________________________
Address:________________________________
______________________________________
Phone:______________E-Mail:_______________
City/Village/Township:_______________________
Date of Birth:___________Anniversary:__________
Spouse’s Name:____________________________
Membership Type: New
Renew
Residing in millage-supported communities:
• Recognizing the vitality, worth and contribution that older adults
bring to our community and to our organization.
• Providing responsive, creative, resourceful and client-centered
services and opportunities to the older adults in our community.
When you are as fortunate as we are to receive immense community
support, national recognition and training as a facilitator of
wellness programming and lifestyle enrichment, there becomes a
moral imperative to share those assets. We are one of the very few
organizations that can make wellness, education and enrichment
programming available to individuals 50 and older regardless of their
socioeconomic situation in life. There is an inherent belief at Four
Pointes that our programs, with their positive choices, can favorably
impact lifestyles - to the point of impacting the mortality of an older
adult.
January will usher in a new opportunity for our neighbors who
could not previously participate at the Center for Successful Aging.
Individuals outside of our traditional north Ottawa County
service area (supported by twelve municipalities*) will now
be able to become Associate Members! For an annual fee of
just $75, they can participate in all our wellness and programming
options. Class fees for Associate Members will be the same as for
traditional service area members – many at $1 per class!
Chester, Coopersville, Ferrysburg, Polkton,
Grand Haven City, Grand Haven Township, Spring Lake
$20
Township/Village or Wright Township
In the spirit of agency values and an imperative to extend the best
aging experience to our members, their friends and the extended
community, we celebrate your journey as you grow – and now others
can grow as well!
Residing in annual contributing communities:
*Robinson Twp, Grand Haven Twp, City of Grand Haven, City of Ferrysburg,
Spring Lake Township, Village of Spring Lake, Coopersville, Crockery Twp,
Polkton Twp, Tallmadge Twp, Chester Twp, Wright Twp.
Allendale, Crockery, Robinson, or
Tallmadge Township
$35
NEW! Associate Membership: Residing in communities
outside Four Pointes’ traditional service area □ $75
Thank You
Our sincere thanks goes to Haworth Inc. for
making Four Pointes the recipient of their
monthly returnable can drive.
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Bridge
Week 1– Jerry Rubeck
Week 2 – Marian Shannon
Week 3– Rita Rouwhorst
Euchre
Week 1– Pearl Shiflett
Week 2– Louise Svoboda
Week 4– George Madl
Hand & Foot
Week 1– Virgilene Purchase
Week 2– Mickey Van Andel
Week 3– Hugh Bolan /
Pearl Shiflett
Pinochle
Week 1 – Judy Konarski
Week 2 – George Madl
Week 3 – Pearl Shiflett /
Marge Larson
NEW MEMBERS
Jeanne Dawkins
John Rich
Karel Hierholzer
James Sall
Ron Holmes
Joan Sall
Sandra Homik
Alfred Smith
Doug Jones
Marilyn Sogge
Don Katt
Margaret Stanley
Chuck Larsen
Tom Turcotte
Laurie Larsen
Rose VanderVeen
Deane McCann
Susan VanZantwick
Barbara Proden
Barbara Wiedeman
Gloria Reynolds
Christine Wistrom
We apologize for any errors or omissions on our birthday list!
Game Winners
November 2014
January BIRTHDAYS
Joseph Legatz 1
Florence Clark 1
Dave Tibbe 1
John Andreasen 2
Esther Rodgers 2
Piera Castagna 2
Linda Katt 2
Rosemarie Jakeway 2
Robert Reid 3
Duane Grossett 4
Jane M. Ruiter 4
Char Shaw 4
Elizabeth Clark 4
Ann Huizenga 4
Beverly Deal 4
Louise Svoboda 5
Judy Swanson 5
Beverly Bakker 5
Jack Wydeck 5
Donna Francik 5
Gail Whittaker 5
Nancy Carlyle 5
Bernadine Laster 6
Lynda Dreese 6
Rosemary Verheul 6
Donna Boeve 6
Allen Smitko 6
Vicki Gundy 6
Vinka Soljan 7
Linda Rogers 7
Tracy Kosch 7
Arlene (Bonnie) Bonner 8
Arlene Dorn 8
Loretta Richardson 8
Roger Boukamp 9
John Olthof Paula Hysell Joyce Wierenga Kathy Rich Marilyn Schippers Jack Pimm Barbara Fournier Maxine Alderink Roger Larsen Karen Scott Judy Draper Henni Campbell Richard Harden Sandra Schaller Lucille Lobdell Diana Shaw Ruth Kelly Judith Robertson Diane Rohlof Bill Bluhm Marilyn Brown Jani Ingersoll Sherry Teerman Jean Stevens Jill Marie Carron Dorothy Wales Karen Shields Suzanne Lanoue Barbara Wexall Suzanne Nawrocki Patricia Noll Norma Milenkovich Carolyn Snow Patti Burdick Linda Former 9
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Find Out Your Numbers for a Healthier 2015!!
One of the best ways to stay healthy for tomorrow
is to know where you are today. Four Pointes is
partnering with Trident Biometrics to offer
biometric screenings, including body mass, glucose,
cholesterol, waist/hip ratios and more. Your results
will give you an opportunity to learn about your
wellness status and potential risks for various diseases.
Wednesday, February 18 • 9 am – 2 pm
Cost: $30.00/member
Register for your screening appointment at the Four Pointes front desk, or
call 616-842-9210!
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Activity & Event Descriptions
January EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
January 2 Mall Run: A lift to the Lakes Mall.
Door-to-door service from Four Pointes. Designed
for those who don’t drive or simply don’t care
to drive themselves. Call for a reservation: 616842-9210.
January 6, 13, 20, 27 “The Awakening” Join
Jacob Korving in this exploration and discussion.
You will read Neale Donald Walsch’s book
“Friendship with God” together. Travel toward a
greater relationship, and ultimately friendship,
with God.
January 7 Einstein U: “Black & White and
Watched All Over” Just guess what this is all
about! Nancy Buchanan brings another fun-filled
and interesting reminiscence to us. Please note
the time change to 1:15 p.m.
January 8 Dinner Club: A nice gathering of
all who care to enjoy the company of others for
a dinner out. Sign up so we count you in for a
dinner reservation. You’ll help decide where we
go next month.
January 13 - March 3 “Mindfulness
Meditation Series” Achieve a higher level
of physical, emotional and spiritual wellness!
See details on page 8. Informational flyer also
available at the front desk. Class size is limited.
Tuesday evenings, 8 weeks. $60.
January 13, 27 Open Mike Jam Session!
All you musicians who would love to hang out
and create that spark that comes with playing
music together, come out and enjoy a little time
jamming. The piano will be here…bring your
harmonicas, guitars, bongos, flutes, fiddles or
any instrument you love to play. The drums are
already set up! 6-8 p.m.
January 14 Tech Support: Need some
assistance with your e-reader? Bring yours along
and allow the wonderful tech support staff from
Spring Lake District Library to assist with how
you can optimize your e-reader experience.
ACTIVITIES
January 14, 21, 28 FYI “Before I Go,
Preparing Your Affairs for Your Heirs”
Ryan Keenan, elder law specialist with Scholten
Fant attorneys, will lead us through this maze
of amazing information. Don’t miss this great
opportunity to learn how to plan and organize
your personal affairs.
January 15 Reini’s Garden Talk: Reini
Moser guides us through the beautiful gardens
she has visited and shares gardening tips and
perspectives.
January 19 Martin Luther King Day: Four
Pointes is closed. Please take this time to
reflect on how far we’ve come and how far we
have yet to go.
January 20 Book Club: Book for this month:
“Nothing Daunted” by Dorothy Wickenden.
In the summer of 1916, Dorothy Woodruff
and Rosamond Underwood, bored by society
luncheons, charity work, and the effete men
who courted them, left their families in Auburn,
New York, to teach school in the wilds of
northwestern Colorado. Join the discussion and
the book for next month will be provided! The
snow day in November bumped this book to this
month’s selection.
January 22 Birthday Celebration: A nice
lunch and entertainment make this month’s
birthday celebration a great way to meet
with friends and celebrate. The menu includes
cabbage rolls, au gratin potatoes, and carrot
cake! Pre-paid reservation required ($5). No soup
& salad bar available today.
January 29 Day Trip - Art Hop & Lifestyle
Shopping in Grand Rapids: An opportunity
to visit some very special nooks and crannies
in Grand Rapids, including a special tour of
Service Reproductions: the greatest art
supply house in the area! Check the travel flyer
for more wonderful details of the day.
$30 for members.
Pool
Tournament
Our fall pool tournament
was much anticipated,
and drew more than a
dozen members.
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FITNESS
Gentle Movement with Tai Chi
Advanced Tai Chi
Fan Tai Chi
Gentle Yoga
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Chair Aerobics
Stretch & Tone
Line Dance
Tap Dance
Belly Dance
Pickleball
Zumba Gold
Ping Pong
Happy Hula
Pilates
LEARNING
Memory Writers
Knitters Circle
Build It-Fly It!
Bible Study
SUPPORT
Health Clinics
Foot Clinics
Legal Aid
AARP Tax Preparation
Medicare/Medicaid Assistance &
Prescription Drug Assistance
RECREATION / GAMES
Scrabble, Mah Jongg, Bridge,
Euchre, Cribbage, Bingo, Pool,
Pool Tips, Hand & Foot
ARTS
Drawing with Confidence
Lessons in Watercolor
Crafters
One Stroke Painting
For more detailed activity
descriptions go to
www.fourpointes.org or
visit Four Pointes at
1051 S. Beacon Blvd.
in Grand Haven.
January 2015 activities
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Grand Haven Activity Center • 616-842-9210 • Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tues
Wed
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Thu
New Year’s Day
Four Pointes
Closed
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9:00 Advisory Council
9:00 Chair Aerobics
10:00 Advanced Tai Chi
11:00 Fan Tai Chi
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Zumba Gold
2:00 Gentle Yoga
2:30 Drawing
4-6:30 Pickleball
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9:00 Chair Aerobics
10:00 Advanced Tai Chi
11:00 Fan Tai Chi
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Zumba Gold
2:00 Gentle Yoga
2:30 Drawing
4-6:30 Pickleball
Pop Can Drive
Today!
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Martin Luther King
Day
Four Pointes
Closed
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9:00 Chair Aerobics
10:00 Advanced Tai Chi
11:00 Fan Tai Chi
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Zumba Gold
2:00 Gentle Yoga
2:30 Drawing
4-6:30 Pickleball
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9:00 Knitting
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Beg. Tai Chi
10:00 “The Awakening”
10:15 Beg. Mah Jongg
1:00 Belly Dance
1:00 Mah Jongg
2:00 Ping Pong
6:00 Ping Pong
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9:00 Knitting
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Beg. Tai Chi
10:00 “The Awakening”
10:15 Beg. Mah Jongg
1:00 Belly Dance
1:00 Mah Jongg
2:00 Ping Pong
6:00 Ping Pong
6:00 Open Mic Jam
6:15 Mindfulness
Meditation
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9:00 Line Dance
10:00 Line Dance
11:15 Einstein U:
Black & White and
Watched all Over!
11:30 Chair Aerobics
1:00 Watercolor
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:00 Euchre
2:00 Gentle Yoga
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9:00 Line Dance
10:00 Line Dance
11:30 Chair Aerobics
11:00 Tech Support
11:00 FYI: Before I Go
1:00 Watercolor
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:00 Euchre
2:00 Gentle Yoga
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9:30 Line Dance Review
9:30 Bingo
10:00 Mall Run
10:00 Build It-Fly It
10:00 Line Dance
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Hand & Foot
1:00 Gentle Tai Chi
2:00 Gentle Yoga
3:00 Gentle Hatha Yoga
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10:00 Crafters
10:00 Art with Shirley
12:00 Tap Dance
1:00 Pinochle
1:00 Mah Jongg
1:00 Zumba Gold
2:00 Pilates
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9 BP/Legal Aid
9:30 Line Dance Review
9:30 Bingo
10:00 Build It-Fly It
10:00 Line Dance
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Hand & Foot
1:00 Gentle Tai Chi
2:00 Gentle Yoga
3:00 Gentle Hatha Yoga
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Foot Care
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Art with Shirley
10:00 Memory Writers
10:00 Beg. Line Dance
11:00 Reini’s Garden Talk
12:00 Tap Dance
1:00 Pinochle
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:00 Mah Jongg
1:15 One Stroke
Painting
2:00 Pilates
9:30 Line Dance Review
9:30 Bingo
10:00 Build It-Fly It
10:00 Line Dance
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Hand & Foot
1:00 Gentle Tai Chi
2:00 Gentle Yoga
3:00 Gentle Hatha Yoga
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9:30 Line Dance Review
9:30 Bingo
10:00 Build It-Fly It
10:00 Line Dance
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Hand & Foot
1:00 Gentle Tai Chi
2:00 Gentle Yoga
3:00 Gentle Hatha Yoga
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9:00 Knitting
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Book Club
10:00 Beg. Tai Chi
10:00 “The Awakening”
10:15 Beg. Mah Jongg
1:00 Belly Dance
1:00 Mah Jongg
2:00 Ping Pong
6:00 Ping Pong
6:15 Mindfulness
Meditation
9:00 Knitting
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Beg. Tai Chi
10:00 “The Awakening”
10:15 Beg. Mah Jongg
1:00 Belly Dance
1:00 Mah Jongg
2:00 Ping Pong
6:00 Ping Pong
6:00 Open Mic Jam
6:15 Mindfulness
Meditation
9:00 Line Dance
10:00 Line Dance
11:30 Chair Aerobics
11:00 FYI: Before I Go
Foxy Ladies Lunch
1:00 Watercolor
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:00 Euchre
2:00 Gentle Yoga
9:00 Line Dance
10:00 Line Dance
11:30 Chair Aerobics
11:00 FYI: Before I Go
1:00 Watercolor
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:00 Euchre
2:00 Gentle Yoga
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Art with Shirley
10:00 Beg. Line Dance
Birthday Party
11:00 - 1:00
12:00 Tap Dance
1:00 Pinochle
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:15 Mah Jongg
2:00 Pilates
9:00 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Art with Shirley
10:00 Harbor Transit
Update
10:00 Beg. Line Dance
12:00 Tap Dance
1:00 Pinochle
1:00 Mah Jongg
1:00 Zumba Gold
1:15 One Stroke
Painting
2:00 Pilates
Art Hop & Lifestyle
Shopping ~ Day Trip
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9:30 Line Dance Review
9:30 Bingo
10:00 Build It-Fly It
10:00 Line Dance
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Hand & Foot
1:00 Gentle Tai Chi
2:00 Gentle Yoga
3:00 Gentle Hatha Yoga
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From
Rolina’s Desk:
Rolina Vermeer
I
t’s the beginning of a brand new
year! Resolves and resolutions may
or may not be important to us, but every year we are sure to
think about what lies ahead. We have so many opportunities to
enjoy just being alive and living in the supportive and beautiful
environment I like to call “Paradise.” How will Paradise look
for you this year? I challenge you to think about one thing
you would like to add, change or revise a little in your life.
Personally, I want to turn off the television and read more
novels. I want to start an art journal. I want to….well…let’s
start with those two and see how it goes.
Of course, a really great way to take a good look at your daily
agenda is to think, “What am I doing for myself physically,
intellectually, socially and spiritually?” It’s a great personal
review, one which can be applied daily, weekly monthly and for
the year. What’s on your list? Hopefully, you can find satisfying
opportunities at Four Pointes. And of course, if you have a
great idea, please come in and talk to me about it! I am so
encouraged by the fine member leaders we have and would
love to help you with your ideas for activities here at the center.
2015 Destination Pointes
Four Pointes Day Trips Planned for 2015
Here’s what we are planning for the New Year! Details will be
available very soon. Non-members may join us, but please add
an $8.00 administrative fee.
January 29 - Art Hop & Lifestyle Shopping in Grand
Rapids: Another opportunity to visit some very special nooks
and crannies, including a special tour of Service Reproductions:
the greatest art supply house in the area! Check the travel flyer
for more wonderful details of the day. $30 for members.
February - Grand Haven Adventure: All I can say is we’ll
include chocolate and wine…so hop on board for this visit to
West Michigan’s premier resort town! Date and price TBA.
March: April 16:
May 28:
June:
July 7:
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Mystery Trip
Turkeyville
Lunch in Hart and country antique shopping
Tour the new Japanese gardens at Frederick
Meijer Gardens
Whitecaps Baseball Game
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“Black and White and Watched all Over!” Nancy
Buchanan returns this month to delight and educate us about
things we know and don’t know! On Wednesday, January 14
we are getting tech support for our e-readers from the
Spring Lake District Library tech team. Bring your Nook, Kindle
or other e-reader and learn how to really use it to your best
advantage. They’ll even teach you how to get free books from
the library!
The Memory Writers start anther year of writing and sharing.
Reini’s Garden Talk and the Awakening discussion groups
resume. And take a look at the Mindfulness Meditation
series! Be sure to include the “Before I Go” series as well.
Check the calendar and the descriptions on page 4/5. Mary’s
Bible Study is taking a break for a few months, so stay tuned
for its return in the spring.
I am hosting the January Day Trip on Thursday, January
29. We are going into Grand Rapids to spend a joyous day
doing things we love, and lunching with friends. Can’t beat it
for a midwinter getaway and finding a little adventure close
to home. Read more about it below. Art Hop & Lifestyle
Shopping in Grand Rapids. Harbor Transit will also be
here on January 29 to give us an update on their services.
Remember, the coffee will be on at Four Pointes.
So I’ll see you there!
Tax Assistance Scheduling Begins January 13
Tax time is here! We will begin taking reservations starting
Tuesday, January 13 for tax assistance appointments
beginning Tuesday, February 10. Once your appointment is
made, you will receive a letter stating what you must bring
to your appointment. If you are missing items, you will be
asked to reschedule if times are available, so please come
prepared. We look forward to serving you this year!
Coopersville OKs Lunch January 22
The long-standing Coopersville OKs (Old Kids) recreational
group now meets in the newly renovated Coopersville
Community Services Building located on the campus of
Coopersville Schools. This month’s luncheon on January
22 will be held at noon, and will feature musical guests Jim
and Karen Urquhart! No reservations necessary. For more
information, please contact Faith Crandle at 616-997-3609.
January Lunch Menu
Lunch hours Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Suggested donation - $3.50 for adults 60+. $6.00 for adults under 60.
A la carte options available. Open to the public.
Check out our great salad bar offered Monday - Friday.
The Ultimate Chef Salad is available daily, along with many
tasty and creative salad bar additions.
Week of DECEMBER 29
Soup of the week:
Vegetable Beef Barley
Mon: Parmesan Kale
Tues: White Chicken Chili
Wed: New Year’s Eve - Closed
Thurs: New Year’s Day - Closed
Fri: Chophouse Potato
Week of January 5
Soup of the Week:
Cheeseburger Chowder
Mon: 7 Bean Medley
Tues: Chicken and Dumplings
Wed: Beef Barley
Thurs: Mushroom Brie
Fri: Italian Wedding
Week of January 12
Soup of the Week: Red Chili
Mon: Stuffed Green Pepper
Tues: Parmesan Kale
Wed: White Chicken Chili
Thurs: French Onion
Fri: Chicken Pot Pie
Week of January 19
Soup of the Week:
Chicken Noodle
Mon: Closed for MLK Day
Tues: Split Pea and Ham
Wed: Corn Chowder
Thurs: Birthday Party
Fri: Creamy Spinach and Artichoke
January 26
Soup of the Week:
White Chicken Chili
Mon: Minestrone
Tues: Garden Vegetable
Wed: Tomato Basil
Thurs: Vegetarian Black Bean
Fri: Stuffed Green Pepper
Meals include fat-free milk and 1/3
of the daily recommended intake of
nutrients for older adults.
Menu is subject to change
without notice.
January Hot &
Hearty Meals
Served Monday, Wednesday
and Friday.
• Cheeseburger with
roasted potatoes
• Macaroni and cheese
• Chicken Marsala with
mashed potatoes and
vegetable
No reservations needed.
Fair share donation!
January Birthday
Party MENU
Cabbage rolls with tomato
sauce, potatoes au gratin,
warm spiced apples, tossed
salad with lemon basil
vinaigrette, carrot cake
Middle Schoolers Help Decorate
High School Pool Players
Lakeshore Middle School student council members helped put the
holiday spirit up at Four Pointes!
Dapper gents from the Spring Lake High
School choir challenge a couple of our
billiard regulars!
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Michigan Senior Olympics
2015
Winter
Games
Presenting Sponsor:
Four Pointes is Excited to Present…
Mindfulness meditation
An 8-Week Mind-Body Skill Building Series
Tuesdays
January 13 – March 3
6:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $60.00
per member.
Space is limited.
February 7
7--12, 2015
Events include:
Badminton, Billiards, Bocce Ball,
Dancesport, Pickleball, Powerlifting,
Table Tennis, Racquetball,
Men’s & Women’s Ice Hockey
For more information please contact us:
Michigan Senior Olympics
(248) 608-0252 or (248) 608-0250
[email protected]
www.michiganseniorolympics.org
Thank you to our 9th Annual Living It Expo Sponsors
We look forward to your continued support next year!
Alliance Home Health Care Services
Beltone Hearing
Brilliance Publishing
Clock Funeral Home
Comfort Keepers
Senator Arlan Meekhof
Generation Care
Grand Pines
Village of the Pines
Home Instead Senior Care
Maple Creek Senior Living
Parmenter O’Toole
Sanctuary at the Shore
Seminole Shores
Village at Park Terrace
VanZantwick Bartels & Kammeraad
Weiss Chiropractic
Evergreen Golf Course
Haven Innovation
AT&T
Wal Mart
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Comprehensive Ear and Hearing
Corn Association
Christian Haven Home
Spring Lake District Library
Culver’s
Sweet Temptations
Attorney General Brigade
Holiday Inn
Karoub Associates
Calvin Academy of Life Long Learners
Consumers Energy
Disability Network Lakeshore
North Ottawa Community Health
System
Ottawa County Parks
Raymond James & Associates
Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation
Senior Perspectives
Sonus Hearing
Monthly Newsletter: January 2015
Good information, self-care skills, and a supportive
environment can help you achieve a higher level of physical,
emotional, and spiritual wellness. In this 8-week mind-body
skill building series, you’ll learn how to mobilize the healing
power of your mind
to reduce stress and promote physical, emotional and
spiritual well-being.
Week 1: Introduction: Creating the Container
Learn what mind-body medicine is and what techniques are
included. Learn how meditation and imagery can be a way
of being in the world, exploring issues and bringing changes
to
the body.
Week 2: Biological Underpinnings of
Mind-Body Medicine
Learn the very basics of the biology of mind-body medicine
and its capacity to affect what was once thought beyond
human control by using the techniques of biofeedback and
autogenic.
Week 3: Meditation
Learn about the different kinds and benefits of meditation
as a self-care practice. The awareness you develop in
meditation helps you identify sources of stress, which is the
first step in learning to manage it.
Week 4: Breath and Movement: Benefits of Yoga
Learn several yoga breathing techniques and gentle yoga
Asanas, bringing somatic awareness to movement of the
breath and posture.
Week 5: Wise Guide Imagery
This form of deliberate and directed daydreaming is a
powerful, time-honored method for understanding yourself,
healing your body and mind, and maintaining your overall
well-being.
Week 6: Mindful Eating and Healthy Nutrition
Eating has a great impact on your well-being. Learn practical
ways to bring mindfulness into everyday life by exploring
ideas and feelings about food, eating and body image.
Week 7: Spirituality
Explore the health impact of hope and faith, and learn to
mobilize the healing power of love and “life energy.”
Week 8: Drawings and Closing Ritual
The series comes to a satisfying and heartfelt close by using
imagery to set the course for the next steps in your journey.
www.fourpointes.org
Four pointes masterpiece
Frank and Martha Roldan
Four Pointes Members Since: January 2010
What does successful aging mean to you?
Successful aging is something we talk about. It means continuing to do
things of value, not cluttering your day. We feel it’s important to stay
as healthy as you can. Health combined with continued exploration in
life helps keep you happy with yourself.
What was your biggest accomplishment this past year?
Frank: The biggest accomplishment has been engaging in healthy
lifestyle changes. Becoming more active and eating healthier has led
to better control of my blood sugar. Martha: I continue to expand my
sewing skills. In the last year, I constructed a wedding dress and two
bridesmaid dresses. Continuing to challenge yourself, even in the skills
you think you have mastered, is the best way to grow.
What’s at the top of your bucket list?
We look at life as a journey of opportunity. By taking things as they come, we
feel more open to change and the potential that surrounds us. I (Martha) completed
my master’s in geographic information science at age 55. The knowledge I gained through
that program launched me into a new career as a digital map maker, a profession that didn’t exist 20
years ago. You never know what the world has in store.
What’s your best “Daily Dose” to keep you feeling good?
Being able to get up and out of bed in the morning is always a great way to start the day; being
vertical is a good thing. We also approach each day with this motto – “Don’t react, don’t regret.”
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