If you grew up during the Golden Age of Hollywood , you may have developed a lifelong passion for film. But as time marches on, it may be harder to find a movie that interests you, much less to recognize the young actors who star in it. Now that the days are getting shorter and … From Movies to Actors to Theaters, Senior Citizens are in Good Company
GreenFields of Geneva is pleased to introduce Weather the Winter. This initiative invites seniors to a 90-day no-obligation trial visit at the senior living community. “Our guests stay in one of our beautifully furnished apartments and are introduced to our great programs, beautiful amenities, fine dining, and most of all, our wonderful residents,” said Patricia … Weather the Winter at GreenFields
For years, doomsayers have predicted the irreversible decline of holiday cards based on the assumption that social media and email are making the annual greetings obsolete. But while sales are down considerably from the 2.9 billion holiday cards that were mailed in 2002, the number has been ticking upward in recent years. And thanks to … The Hallmark Moment is Revitalized
As written in Mill Creek Life Magazine: “During mail call, if you didn’t get any mail, it was a downer,” said John O’Connell. The Navy veteran talks from experience. “This goes way back to my mother. She was a letter writer, so that rubbed off on me. I like to send mail, and I like … GreenFields in Mill Creek Life Magazine
The event looked different, but the essence and spirit remained consistent with its legacy. Friendship Senior Options (FSO) held the 23 rd Annual Sterling event on November 5th. Historically an in-person gala with dinner, live entertainment, and raffles, coordinators shifted gears because of COVID-19. The 2020 Sterling was held virtually while still featuring musical performances, … Friendship Senior Options Holds Annual Event, Virtually
It’s rare these days for someone to mention they’re a past or current member of the military without immediately being thanked for their service. Such is the esteem in which Americans hold their servicemen and women. We offer our gratitude with such enthusiasm-especially during Veterans Day-that it’s easy to forget that members of the Army, … Times Change but Patriotism Is Still in Style
As 2020 limps to a close, many of us may be thinking, “good riddance.” But even a year that saw a pandemic, lockdowns, wildfires, riots, and looting, and a contentious election had some real high points. Here’s a look on the brighter side as we ring down the curtain on a historic year. After all, … It was the Worst of Years; It was the Best of Years
“The events help keep the flames of hope for the future alive,” said a resident of GreenFields of Geneva. The senior living community has embarked on holiday celebrations that, due to COVID-19, looked different but are still festive and fun! The community’s annual Christmas celebration this year featured hallway entertainment, fabulous food and cocktails, and … Merriment During the Holidays at GreenFields of Geneva
CHICAGO (CBS) – Where you work can help form unusual bonds. On Tuesday, the bond between a young man and the senior community he once worked at was celebrated. CBS 2’s Jeremy Ross has more on the generational ties. Some letters at the GreenFields of Geneva are more special than others. John O’Connell reads one … “I Miss Them Every Single Day”
At the end of “A Streetcar Named Desire,” Blanche DuBois observes that she has “always depended on the kindness of strangers.” And while her circumstances were anything but ordinary, most of us have benefitted at one time or another from the thoughtfulness of people we don’t know well or at all. At GreenFields, we’ve benefited … Kindness Is as Kindness Does – and Then Some