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It Takes a Village To Raise…
Bristol Glen began an amazing journey on August 29, 2012. Patty Kanaley, concierge, and Sherri Pizzi, admissions director, were asked to spearhead the 2012-2013 Fellowship Fund Fundraising and Associate Campaign. The first part of the campaign focused on associate gifts to the Fellowship Fund. In total, 84 of our associates gave either a one-time gift… Read more >
Read More >Classic Car Show and Picnic Tomorrow at Pitman Manor
Honk if you love cars! You’re invited to attend Pitman Manor’s 10th Annual Classic Car Show and Picnic on Saturday, June 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Amid a forecast for gorgeous weather, the show will take place in the back parking lot of Pitman Manor, 535 North Oak Avenue in downtown Pitman. The… Read more >
Read More >Memory Support Residence Opens Today at Pitman Manor
Worldwide, the number of people with dementia, currently estimated at 35.6 million, is projected to nearly double every 20 years in the future. Among approximately 5.2 million Americans of all ages with the illness, 150,000 reside in New Jersey. With a senior-focused mission, United Methodist Homes has already established memory support residences (MSR) for persons… Read more >
Read More >June’s Recipe of the Month: Tuscan Grilled Flank Steak
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped fresh rosemary 6 cloves garlic 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 (1 1/2-pounds) flank steak, trimmed of excess fat 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1… Read more >
Read More >Coordinating Volunteers at The Shores at Wesley Manor
The late President Ronald Reagan said, “I’m calling on you today to help in the cause to enlarge the social responsibility of our citizens. The spirit that built this country still dwells in our people. They want to help—we only need to ask them.” Indeed, in the line of duty as volunteer coordinator, Sue Clark… Read more >
Read More >Saying Goodbye
Saying goodbye to a great friend is hard. Bristol Glen residents and associates developed an exceptionally strong bond with this year’s Chaplain Intern, Michael Gary. Michael attends Drew University and is completing his final year in the Master of Divinity program. As if this isn’t enough, Michael also teaches at the Newark campus of Essex… Read more >
Read More >WWII Naval Aviator, Tom Murray, Flew the Famous Grumman TBF Avenger
Stephen E. Sherman, a noted expert in the field of aviation, records the birth of the Grumman TBF Avenger: “On the afternoon of December 7, 1941, Grumman held a ceremony to open its new Plant 2 in Bethpage and display the new torpedo bomber to the public. During the program, Grumman vice president Clint Towl… Read more >
Read More >Meet Jersey Girl Pat Darcey
Pat has been the marketing director at Francis Asbury Manor for almost three years, but has made a big impact. She began her career covering town council and Board of Education meetings. After holding a couple of public relations jobs, she became the advertising and public relations manager with what is now the Bank of… Read more >
Read More >Meet Mary Kate Somers
Mary Kate, activities director at The Shores at Wesley Manor, was born and has lived most of her life in America, specifically in Atlantic County, New Jersey. As a child, she spent many years living in County Donegal, Ireland, where her parents originated. A New Jersey native since 1970, Mary Kate is very proud of… Read more >
Read More >910 Miles of Warmth and Concern
The United Methodist Women of the Godfrey United Methodist in Godfrey, Illinois learned about the devastation in New Jersey following Superstorm Sandy. They decided to make lap robes as part of their mission outreach. Upon completion, 23 beautiful lap robes were sent to Trinity United Methodist Church in Hackettstown, New Jersey. A woman from Trinity… Read more >
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