Peabody Retirement Community http://www.peabodyrc.org Just another WordPress weblog Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:42:47 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 14th Annual Peabody Tulip Festival http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/04/14th-annual-peabody-tulip-festival/ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/04/14th-annual-peabody-tulip-festival/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:41:34 +0000 admin http://www.peabodyrc.org/?p=543  

April 28th, 2012

10 am-3 pm
 Come Celebrate Spring this year at our
14th Annual Tulip Festival
 
♦    1st Annual Tulip Two-Mile Classic   Run/Walk
♦    1st Annual Quilt show
♦    Entertainment:   
        10:00a – 10:45a – The Shrine Chanters
          11:00a – 12:30p – The Auburn Dixielanders
            1:00p – 3:00p – The Gold Mine Pickers
♦    Home & Party Vendors
  •        Mary Kay
  •        Gold Canyon Candles
  •        Thirty-One Gifts, and more!
♦     Expanded Children’s Area
♦     Food Vendors:
  •      Portside Pizza
  •      Elephant Ears & Cotton Candy
  •      Amish baked goods
  •      Carmel Corn and much more.
♦     Horse & Wagon rides
♦     Book sale
♦     Register to win a Kindle Fire, Four Rounds of Golf at Stonehenge Golf and Country Club, and more!
♦     Hot Air Balloon Ride Raffle
♦     Free Balance Screenings by HTS
 
Contact Mary Richey at
260-982-8616 for questions.
 
Admission is Free

 

 

 

]]> http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/04/14th-annual-peabody-tulip-festival/feed/ 0 Peabody Retirement Community to Host Free Workshop on VA Aid & Attendance Pension Benefit http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/03/peabody-retirement-community-to-host-free-workshop-on-va-aid-attendance-pension-benefit/ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/03/peabody-retirement-community-to-host-free-workshop-on-va-aid-attendance-pension-benefit/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:41:44 +0000 admin http://www.peabodyrc.org/?p=507 Who can qualify to receive $13,128 to $24,228 per year tax-free?
 
March 9, 2012, North Manchester, IN – According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, about a quarter of the nation's population – approximately 70 million people – are potentially eligible for VA benefits and services because they are veterans, family members or survivors of veterans. 
 
The VA Aid and Attendance Pension benefit, one of the many benefits available through the VA, offers eligible veterans or their surviving spouses a significant monthly pension, ranging from $1,094 to $2,019 per month tax-free. To be eligible, veterans must have served 90 consecutive days or more with at least one day during a wartime period (World War II, Korea, etc) and meet a few medical and financial eligibility criteria. 
 
As part of our on-going commitment to making eldercare more affordable, we are working to educate the local community about the availability of Aid & Attendance benefits. During our workshop, we will be reviewing the eligibility criteria and show how thousands of families, EVEN IN CASES OF HIGHER NET WORTH, have become eligible for this benefit helping to offset the cost of the care being provided.
 
Peabody Retirement Community is hosting this educational workshop about VA benefits on March 27th, 2012 at 6:30 pm. The event will take place at our community, which is located at 400 West 7th Street, North Manchester, IN 46962. The workshop is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Please call 260-982-8616, extension 1128 to register – and if you know someone else who could benefit from this information, please bring him or her along. If you are unable to attend the workshop, please visit www.veteransfinancial.com for more information about the benefit.
 
For More Information:
Sue Roesner, Director of Marketing, Peabody Retirement Community
susan.roesner@peabodyrc.org
260.578.2581
]]> http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/03/peabody-retirement-community-to-host-free-workshop-on-va-aid-attendance-pension-benefit/feed/ 0 Peabody Retirement Community ‘Celebrates the Ageless Spirit” with the Peabody Alz Stars! http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/03/peabody-retirement-community-%e2%80%98celebrates-the-ageless-spirit%e2%80%9d-with-the-peabody-alz-stars/ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/03/peabody-retirement-community-%e2%80%98celebrates-the-ageless-spirit%e2%80%9d-with-the-peabody-alz-stars/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:36:54 +0000 admin http://www.peabodyrc.org/?p=503 The Peabody Alz-Stars again are walkingfor theAlzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s™ and unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions. “Together we can raise awareness and funds to enhance Alzheimer’s care and support and advance critical research. The end of Alzheimer’s disease starts with us, says Laura Markham, Director of Social Services at Peabody Retirement Community. The walk is Saturday, October 6, 2012.
The Greater Indiana Chapter serves a 73 County region of Indiana with an estimated 120,000 individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. Their services include a 24/7 information and referral Helpline, family care planning with a licensed social worker, support groups, family and professional education programs and Medic Alert + Safe Return.
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. They  provide services to those affected by Alzheimer's; advocate for policy change and research funding; and advance research toward prevention, brain health treatment and a cure. Their offices are located in Chicago and Washington, D.C., and chapter affiliates nationwide that serve the needs of those living with Alzheimer’s every day. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer’s disease.
The Peabody Alz-Stars are selling Jumbo Jelly Beans as a Fundraiser for The Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Warsaw.
 
Order your Jumbo Jelly Beans, just in time for Easter!  Jumbo Jelly Beans will be available to pre-order starting Friday, March 2 until Monday, March 19.  You can pre-order your Jumbo Jelly Beans by contacting Tracy Irwin at 260 982 0808 or tracy.irwin@peabodyrc.org. 
 
The Jumbo Jelly Beans are available in 12oz packages for $5.50/each in the following flavors:  Licorice, Cinnamon, Fruit, Cherry, Jelly stones, Spice, Red Licorice, Cotton Candy, Orange, Pineapple, Pink Grapefruit, Root Beer, Strawberry, and Chocolate Covered Cherry(8 oz).
 
Payment is due in full when ordering- payroll deduction is available.  Jelly Beans will be available for pick-up on Friday, March 30.
 
All proceeds from the sales will go to the Peabody Alz Stars team! Sales are open to the public- so spread the word!
 
Contact:
Sue Roesner
susan.roesner@peabodyrc.org
400 West Seventh Street
North Manchester, IN 46962
Ph: 260-982-8616 ext. 1119
 
Thanks for your support!
]]> http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/03/peabody-retirement-community-%e2%80%98celebrates-the-ageless-spirit%e2%80%9d-with-the-peabody-alz-stars/feed/ 0 Peabody Retirement Community continues to strive to be the employer of choice! http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/01/peabody-retirement-community-continues-to-strive-to-be-the-employee-of-choice/ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/01/peabody-retirement-community-continues-to-strive-to-be-the-employee-of-choice/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:57:06 +0000 admin http://www.peabodyrc.org/?p=499 North Manchester, IN – January 24, 2012 – Peabody Retirement Community is a continuing care community of lifestyle choices from Independent Living to 24 hour care. Peabody is a not for profit community, focusing on enriching lives through all phases of retirement.
In recent months, Peabody Retirement Community has added to their leadership team. “We as a team, says Executive Director, Jeff Jarecki, have so much more we can now accomplish. By combining our strength and skill sets, we each have the ability (as a team) to significantly impact the direction of Peabody Retirement Community and to lay the groundwork for continued success.”
Recently added to the leadership team is Angela Woolard as a Residency Counselor. Angela holds a B.S. from Indiana University’s School of Business and Management Sciences.  She has over 8 years of sales and marketing experience as both a director of Mary Kay Cosmetics and a Lead Presenter for Weight Watchers motivational meetings and goal setting. She is married to her husband Jason. They live in Huntington with their children, Olivia, Alyssa, Emma, Owen, and Sabrina.
Sue Roesner had joined the Peabody Retirement Community in April 2011 and leads the marketing efforts as Director of Marketing. Sue has over 25 years in sales and marketing experience and currently serves as Past President of the Board of North Manchester Chamber of Commerce; she sits on the board for Manchester Economic Development and is active in Manchester Main Street Promotion & Art committee. She holds a Master’s of Science in Organizational Leadership from Indiana Tech. Her undergraduate degree is a B.S. in Technical Sales, with a Minor in Communications from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. Sue is married to her husband Russ. Together they have five children, Benjamin, Jacob, Andrea, Joshua, and Mason.
Leona Campbell, Marketing Assistant, completes the Sales and Marketing team as they focus on sales and occupancy for Independent and Assisted Living. She came to Peabody in 2009 as a Recreation Coordinator. Leona holds an Associate’s Degree from Harrison College in Business Management with a continued effort on her B.S In Business Management. Leona and her daughter Colson live here in Manchester.
Peabody continues to strive to be the community and employer of choice in the state of Indiana, and a vital resource for celebrating the ageless spirit through grace, compassion and respect for all.
 
 
 

Contact:
Sue Roesner


]]> http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/01/peabody-retirement-community-continues-to-strive-to-be-the-employee-of-choice/feed/ 0 Peabody Retirement Community continues to build upon the “Peabody Home Foundation’ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/01/peabody-retirement-community-continues-to-build-upon-the-%e2%80%9cpeabody-home-foundation%e2%80%99/ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2012/01/peabody-retirement-community-continues-to-build-upon-the-%e2%80%9cpeabody-home-foundation%e2%80%99/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:48:06 +0000 admin http://www.peabodyrc.org/?p=494 North Manchester, IN – January 24, 2012
Stan Williams was recently hired as the Director of Development by the Peabody Home Foundation. He comes with over 20 years experience in sales, sales management, customer service and marketing. Stan was most recently a Residency Counselor for Peabody Retirement Community in t he sales and marketing team. He is an alumnus of Anderson University where he received his B.S. in Psychology. Stan resides in North Manchester, IN with his wife, Lisa. They have two boys, Kyle and Alec.
Stan was employed at Peabody Retirement Community previously in 1991 – 1997 also engaging in sales, marketing and fundraising. “I carry a deep admiration for the Peabody Community. Both grandparents and now my mother lives at Peabody Retirement Community. My passion and conviction for “The Peabody Home Foundation” is much more than a job," says Williams.

Contact:
Sue Roesner

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Peabody recently hired James Houser, Executive Chef. Chef Houser comes with over 15 years experience in restaurant services. He was most recently Executive Chef for Parkview Health where he provided his culinary skills and expertise in food preparation and management of patient, restaurant and catered food services. He is an alumnus of Ivy Tech where he studied culinary arts for 2 years. Houser currently resides in Huntington, IN with his wife Tiffany of 14 years. They have four daughters and one son ranging from 13 years to 11 months in age.
 He is also owner / sculptor of Sub-Zero Ice Sculptures; Two pillars upon which Peabody will continue to build their record of service of quality and hospitality. “I look forward to sharing with our residents many of my specialties and experiences as a chef,” says Houser. Houser also brings over 17 years of professional ice sculpturing services in sculptures and block ice. He continues to compete on many levels throughout the calendar year.
"The opportunity for Peabody Retirement Community is truly exciting," says Peabody Retirement Community Executive Director, Jeff Jarecki. "Chef Houser’s past experience in management in healthcare and restaurant style services in country clubs were a perfect match with our community. The management team we have assembled coupled with Houser’s experience and invaluable resources, offer us an environment of hospitality to all our residents and guests,” says Jarecki. Jarecki, a licensed Health Facility Administrator in Indiana, also brings over 20 years experience in senior living. He has served on various State Association Committees and is a former Executive Board Member with the Indiana Health Care Association. Houser also brings professional and personal catering services up to 10,000 in house and on site events. He is known to consistently change his menu choices and offers unlimited catering options.
 

Contact:
Sue Roesner

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The show, entitled “Christmas at Peabody” will feature a variety of Christmas music and sayings. The chorus will sing “Silver Bells,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,” “Follow the Star” and more, Instrumental music will include accordion, piano and chime choir selections. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will make an appearance.
 
The show is directed by Carol Davis and accompanist is Lois Dickinson. Chorus members are Sue Babovec, Madalyn Bechtold, Christine Beery, Rosemary Bolinger, Carolyn Fedewa, Kathryn Huntington, Bea Knarr, Nancy Nisbet, Phyllis Penrod, Mary Louise Reist, Miriam Rusher, and Donna Williams; announcers and readers are Joyce Adkins and Wanda Woodward with Sue Babovec, Kathryn Huntington, Bea Knarr, Phyllis Penrod, Miriam Rusher, and Rosemary Bolinger.
 
The Peabody approach to retirement living isn’t just different. It’s all about making a difference in the lives of the entire extended family. Every day residents enjoy peace of mind and a security knowing that Peabody’s continuum of health care services is available if ever needed. Their commitment to vitality, health growth and fulfillment is clear. All staff enjoys the knowledge that they are empowered to make an extraordinary impression on each resident, family member and co-worker each and every day.
 
The show is free and open to the public.
 
Contact:
Sue Roesner, Director of Marketing
susan.roesner@peabodyrc.org
400 West Seventh Street
North Manchester, IN 46962
Ph: 260-982-8616 ext. 1119
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For Immediate Release

December 6, 2010

Contact: Pam Callahan at 800.545.6220


 

North Manchester, IN – Peabody Retirement Community resident, Frances Kipp (pictured left) received a delightful belated birthday present from her granddaughter, Anne Klokow (pictured right). Anne treated Frances to a 20 minute helicopter flight over Peabody and North Manchester.

 

Anne is currently enrolled at Indiana University’s Medical School studying for her physician’s degree. She is a former United States Marine Corps Capitan in helicopter flight services.

 

Frances commented, “I thoroughly enjoyed floating in the air.”

 

Peabody is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community that has served area residents for almost 80 years with a comprehensive choice of quality, affordable living arrangements to accommodate every stage in seniors’ lives. The Presbyterian affiliated 33 acre, secure, landscaped campus includes maintenance-free one story cottages for Independent Living,  beautifully designed Assisted Living apartments with support services, the region’s finest Memory Care program, a dedicated short-term rehabilitation center along with an  extensive Long Term Care Center.

]]> http://www.peabodyrc.org/2010/12/peabody-resident-receives-helicopter-flight-as-birthday-present/feed/ 0 Mr. Taps to Perform at Peabody Retirement Community http://www.peabodyrc.org/2010/10/mr-taps-to-perform-at-peabody-retirement-community/ http://www.peabodyrc.org/2010/10/mr-taps-to-perform-at-peabody-retirement-community/#comments Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:22:41 +0000 admin http://www.peabodyrc.org/blog/?p=37 The sound of Mr. Taps clicking dance shoes will be featured at Peabody Retirement Community on Thurday, October 14th at 10 a.m. in the organization's Chapel. Sponsored by the Senior Outreach Program at the Honeywill Center. Mr. Taps, from Chicago, is know as Arie King III. His engaging performance and fancy footwork will feature classic African American dancing to the smooth moves and flair of Fred Astaire. The performance is free and open to the community.

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