In Touch Fall 2013 - Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries

Fall 2013

NEWS & INFORMATION FROM ALLEGHENY LUTHERAN SOCIAL MINIST R I E S

ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE Marian took a fall in her cottage one day, and spent time at a local rehab hospital for therapy. She needed additional therapy following her discharge, so she came to The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg for short-term rehabilitation. “The staff took wonderful care of me and helped me get back on my feet. They also taught me how to deal with cooking and taking care of myself while using a walker and oxygen, and how to shower safely and maneuver my walker so that I am able to live on my own.”

Marian Arosell, a resident at Hillcrest Apartments, enjoys living on her own and maintaining an independent lifestyle, thanks to help from her family and from the services of ALSM at Home.

Marian Arosell, a current resident of ALSM’s Hillcrest Apartments, began her journey with ALSM many years ago, when her husband, Carl, became a resident of The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg. Marian and Carl moved to the Hollidaysburg area from eastern Pennsylvania more than 45 years ago when he was transferred to the area for work. When Carl retired and developed dementia, Marian and their children felt it would be best for him to move into the home. “Carl was Lutheran, so we knew this was the place for him to get the care he needed,” Marian said. “Carl died about four years after he became a resident. He received loving care the whole time he was here. In fact, some of the staff who cared for Carl are still on staff at The Lutheran Home today.”

Today, Marian lives independently in the apartments, which provide her with more companionship than she had in her cottage, and she loves it. She enjoys having meals with the other residents, playing cards and socializing, and getting involved with other activities that help her stay “young.” “There is a woman who lives across the hall who is 99, so at 90 years young, I think there is hope for me to live that long as well. I would also like to have the chance to tell my dear husband Carl that he made a wise decision coming to The Lutheran Home. I am truly blessed by the services provided by Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries that help me maintain my independence!”

ALSM/First Commonwealth

Golf Outing

Marian noted that, when she came to visit Carl, she would take him for walks around the campus, she thought it might be nice to move into one of the cottages at Hickory Commons. Living in a cottage on Cottage Lane, she made good friends. After Marian’s surgery to replace her corneas, ALSM at Home Health Care helped her with her post-surgical treatment, helping her to put drops in her eyes. Marian was one of the first persons served by that program.

See page 6 and 7 for ALSM / First Commonwealth James V. Meadows Memorial Golf Outing

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Be a neighbor! What is your idea of a neighbor? Perhaps the people who live on your street or subdivision. Perhaps the residents in your building. You might expand the idea to include people you see often, like work colleagues, or people who share your interests. Perhaps people who share your values, like fellow church members. None of these responses would be wrong, but Jesus attached a very special meaning to the concept of neighbor and communicated it in what may be the best known of his parables. It bears retelling: Behold, a certain lawyer stood up and tested him, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” He said to him, “What is written in the law? How do you read it?” He answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, with all your mind, [that part of the commandment is from Deuteronomy]; and your neighbor as yourself [that part is from Leviticus].” He said to him, “You have answered correctly. Do this and you will live.” But he, desiring to justify himself, asked Jesus, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus answered, “A certain man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he fell among robbers, who both stripped him and beat him, and departed, leaving him half dead. By chance, a certain priest was going down that way. When he saw him, he passed by on the other side. In the same way a Levite also, when he came to the place, and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a certain Samaritan, as he travelled came to where he was. When he saw him, he was moved with compassion, came to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. He set him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. On the next day, when he departed, he took out two denarii, gave them to the host, and said to him, ‘Take care of him. Whatever you spend beyond that, I will repay you when I return.’ Now which of these three do you think seemed to be a neighbor to him who fell among the robbers?” [The lawyer] said, “He who showed mercy on him.” Luke 10:30-37, World English Bible It is a great story and so well known that the phrase “good Samaritan” has come into the language as a way to indicate any charitable person, especially one who rescues or helps a needy stranger. It has inspired wonderful art, as in this stained glass depiction in the Church of Saint-Eutrope in Clermont-Ferrand, France. We even use the phrase “good Samaritan” to designate a set of laws that reduce liability for those who tend to injured people whom they encounter. The mission of Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries is this: “To serve people through a ministry of love, compassion, and mercy in the name of our Lord, Jesus, Christ.” Those of us associated with ALSM take our mission seriously and can easily relate it to the message of the parable. We try to be a neighbor, and we try to enlist others to be neighbors. The good Samaritan gave his time and effort, possibly putting himself at risk of being attacked by lurking robbers. He detoured from his immediate goal, reaching Jericho, to bring the injured man to a safe place. And he provided for the victim financially, even pledging continued support. In his service,

Patricia W. Savage President/CEO

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ALSM AWARDED CARF–CCAC ACCREDITATION CARF-CCAC (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities-Continuing Care Accreditation Commission) announced that Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries has been awarded a five-year term on accreditation. This is the first CARF–CCAC accreditation that has been awarded to ALSM and is accredited as an Aging Services Network by this international accrediting body. “By pursuing and achieving accreditation, ALSM has demonstrated that we meet international standards for quality and are committed to pursuing excellence,” said Dr. Patricia W. Savage, President/CEO. An organization receiving a five-year term of accreditation has voluntarily put itself through a rigorous peer review process and demonstrated to a team of surveyors during an on-site survey that it is committed to conforming to CARF–CCAC’s accreditation conditions and standards. Furthermore, an organization that earns CARF–CCAC accreditation is commended on its quest for quality programs and services. The Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CCAC) was founded in 1985 as the nation’s only accrediting body for continuing care retirement communities and similar organizations. In 2003, CCAC merged with CARF, a nonprofit accreditor founded in 1966 that serves a wide range of human service organizations. For more information about the accreditation process, please visit the CARF website at www.carf.org.

PASTOR KEVIN SHOCK OF SAINT MARK LUTHERAN RECEIVES HOLL AWARD Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries presented Pastor Kevin Shock with the Rev. Walden M. Holl Award during the annual Allegheny Synod Assembly. Pastor Shock, pastor at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Pleasant Gap, was nominated for the award because he exemplifies the mission of social ministry not only to the Allegheny Synod and ALSM, but also to the congregation he serves, and to his local community. Pastor Shock and members of his congregation regularly support their community’s food bank by donating food and volunteering their time. He works side-by side with members to prepare the food Dr. Patricia Savage, President/CEO of ALSM, presents and then serve it. He leads his congregation in seeking out opportuPastor Kevin Shock with the Rev. Walden M. Holl Award nities for social ministry both globally and within their own community. He has been a strong supporter of the Bellefonte Faith Center and Centre Volunteers in Medicine, as well as Lutheran World Relief, Lutheran Disaster Response, World Hunger Appeal, and the ELCA malaria campaign. Pastor Shock also spends time working on the Penn State University campus for various worship groups. He has adopted a dog from a local animal rescue shelter, participates in several community choirs, and is a member of a Community Supported Agriculture group. Pastor Shock also collaborates with another church in his community to arrange special worship services. In addition, he serves on the Allegheny Synod (ELCA) Council, the Lutheran Council for Campus Ministry at Penn State Board, and as chaplain at The Oaks in Pleasant Gap. His service to Our Lord has touched thousands of lives in Centre County and throughout the Allegheny Synod. The Rev. Walden M. Holl, DD Award was established by Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries in 1999 in memory of Dr. Holl, who served as Executive Director of the agency from 1975 until his retirement in 1978. Ordained in 1937, Dr. Holl served three congregations during his ministry, the last being First Lutheran Church in Johnstown, where he was the Senior Pastor for 31 years before accepting the ALSM position. A capable leader, a sensitive pastor, an insightful teacher, an outstanding preacher, and an ardent advocate of the downtrodden, Dr. Holl brought to ALSM his vision of “serving people in Christ’s Name…” ALSM grants this award annually in recognition of a Rostered Leader of the Allegheny Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, who has demonstrated by exceptional attitude and action and the noble attributes of one living out the indicatives of Micah 6:8 and that were exemplified in the ministry of Dr. Holl. Photo courtesy of Gary Corpron

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS November 14, 2013 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Soup Cook-Off Hillcrest Apartments November 24, 2013 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Holiday Open House The Oaks at Pleasant Gap December 8, 2013 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Gingerbread Village Open House The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg December 8, 2013 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Christmas Open House The Lutheran Home at Johnstown December 18, 2013 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Santa Visit and Christmas Party Growing Years/Senior Daily Living Center of Altoona

NCCAP CERTIFICATION

Congratulations to Cliff Kitner, Activities and Volunteer Manager at The Lutheran Home at Johnstown, who completed a program to receive certification from the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP). 4

G I V I N G M AT T E R S : ALSM: WE DO TOUCH LIVES By Marty Jo Irvin-Stellabotte

ALSM Director for Mission Advancement

As we head into the cooler weather and look to all the exciting activities planned at our retirement communities, I’m reminded that it’s been nearly one year since I became an ALSM team member. When I joined the staff in December, I was aware that ALSM provided many programs throughout our service area, but it’s been a wonderful experience over the past year to learn about the scope in which ALSM truly does touch lives throughout the generations. For example, most people know that ALSM provides services that focus on seniors – The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg, The Lutheran Home at Johnstown, and The Oaks at Pleasant Gap are well-known in their respective communities. However, many people are surprised to learn that we also operate Growing Years Early Learning Centers, Head Start and Early Head Start Programs, and Kid Stop programs. As the mother of a young child, it especially warmed my heart to learn about the unique intergenerational Growing Years programs that ALSM operates in Altoona and Johnstown. What makes these programs especially distinctive is the interaction between the generations that takes place at both locations. Children have the opportunity to enjoy lunch, read, make crafts, and enjoy the interaction with the seniors who attend the Senior Daily Living Centers in Johnstown and Hollidaysburg. With our mobile society, children often don’t live near their grandparents or elderly family members. This program allows them to experience that same relationship that develops when those two generations come together. To see the smiles on the faces of the kids as they work on a greeting card or read a story with an older friend has been priceless. Many of the seniors who attend our SDLC programs experience the same benefit, as they often don’t have grandchildren of their own or ones who live nearby, yet they savor the hugs and friendship from the little ones who help brighten their day. As I learned more and more about the services that ALSM provided, I was surprised about another misconception I had about ALSM. Because of our name – Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries – I assumed that someone needed to be Lutheran to receive our services. I quickly found out that ALSM serves everyone, regardless of their religious affiliation, beliefs, or even their ability to pay. Persons who we serve often outlive their assets and are no longer able to pay for their care, but that doesn’t change the fact that we still care for them in the same manner. In fact, we provided more than $1.7 million in charitable care over the past year. We expect that number to continue to grow as life expectancies increase. It is because of you, our loyal supporters, that we are able to continue to serve those persons in need throughout our community. We truly appreciate all that you do for ALSM. I am humbled to be a part of an organization that does so much to touch the lives of so many generations. I invite you to learn first-hand about how ALSM touches lives throughout our community by attending a one hour session – called Touching Lives – in which you will hear stories from individuals who have been served by our organization. We will host programs on Tuesday, December 3 at 11:00 a.m. and Tuesday, December 10 at 6:00 p.m. Please call me at 814.696.4560 if you would like additional details or to register, as we would love to share our stories with you!

ALSM ANNUAL DINNER RECOGNIZES HONOREES

Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries held its Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Altoona Heritage Discovery Center in Downtown Altoona. In addition to raising funds for charitable care, ALSM recognized three individuals for their generous donations of time and talent to assist ALSM, their communities and their churches. Honorees at this year’s dinner were James “Jimmy” Fogle of Altoona, recipient of the Youth Service Award; Bonnie Miller of State College, recipient of the Helping Hand Award; and Sally Williams of Hollidaysburg, recipient of the Dr. Luke Rhodes Lutheran of the Year Award. Receiving the Youth Service Award, Jimmy Fogle is an active member of his congregation at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altoona. Jimmy has been attending Sunday School regularly since he was a toddler and began serving as an acolyte in third grade. Over the years, he has been a lector, member of the youth, helper at Vacation Bible School, and assisted in the children’s puppet camp last fall. He also helps plan the annual December worship service presented by the youth of the congregation and even delivered the sermon several years ago. He also attended the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans last summer and regularly attends summer sessions at Camp Sequanota. The Helping Hand Award recipient, Bonnie Miller of State College, became very helpful and supportive of The Oaks at Pleasant Gap while her mother, Betty Neff, was a resident. Since that time, she has been an active member of the Centre County Auxiliary, in which she currently serves as president. Bonnie is known as a caring, service-minded person who rarely ends up in the spotlight because of her humble and selfless demeanor. When not spending time at The Oaks or visiting her mother, Bonnie’s love is spending time with her four grandchildren. As the recipient of the Dr. Luke Rhoads Lutheran of the Year Award, Sally Williams is a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Hollidaysburg, as well as an active participant in the Allegheny Synod, having served as Synod Vice-President for 12 years and as a Churchwide Assembly voting member for three assemblies. Sally has spent more than 25 years serving as Director of the Cecelian Choir for high school girls at Zion, as well as Director of the Kids Kingdom. She has served several times on Congregational Council and is also active with Vacation Bible School planning and Zion’s worship board. Sally also is a strong proponent of the ELCA’s malaria campaign and has helped raise funds and awareness for this effort throughout the Allegheny Synod. Charlotte Haberaecker, President/CEO of Lutheran Services in America (LSA), served as the guest speaker for

the event. LSA is a network of more than 300 Lutheran health and human services organizations across the country that serve 1 in 50 Americans each year through the work of Lutheran social ministry, serving communities and transforming lives. LSA provides over $21 billion in services annually. LSA members serve a broad range of people from children and youth to veterans and people with disabilities and the elderly. Prior to joining LSA in 2012, Charlotte was the #2 Executive at Global Impact, a $110 million non-profit organization that provides funding for critical humanitarian needs at home and around the world where she led two of the world’s largest fundraising campaigns raising over $80 million a year. Previously, she held senior leadership positions at Price Waterhouse where she helped strengthen organizations that provided children and family services and health care; and Fannie Mae, where she led an industry transformation initiative. All proceeds from the annual dinner will benefit the charitable care fund at Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries. Last year, ALSM provided more than $1 million in charitable care for individuals who outlived their financial resources.

Tom Bradley, Chair, ALSM Board of Trustees; Sally Williams, Dr. Luke Rhoads Award recipient; Jimmy Fogle, Youth Service Award recipient; Bonnie Miller, Helping Hand Award recipient; and Dr. Patricia Savage, ALSM President/CEO.

Annual Dinner attendees enjoy hors d’oeuvres prior to the start of the evening’s events.

Charlotte Haberaecker, President/CEO of Lutheran Services in America.

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BASEBALL COMES TO ALSM!

Attendees at ALSM’s intergenerational center in Altoona enjoyed a visit from Steamer, Diesel Dawg, Al Tuna and Casey – the Altoona Curve mascots – as they visited during a baseball day celebration at the Growing Years Early Learning Center and Senior Daily Living Center. The mascots played the seniors and kids in a game of whiffleball, enjoyed snacks, and led the group in a sing-along of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.” (Photos courtesy of Altoona Curve)

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GOL F OUTING RA IS ES MORE TH A N $35,000 FOR CHA RITA BL E CA RE Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries (ALSM) held the 16th Annual James V. Meadows Memorial Golf Outing at the Scotch Valley Country Club (SVCC) in Hollidaysburg on Monday, July 29. More than $35,000 was raised for ALSM’s charitable care fund, with the proceeds exceeding last year’s Pat Savage, Pastor Larry Louder, and outing. First Commonwealth Pastor Tim Knauss volunteer on a sunny Bank once again served as the day at Scotch Valley. premier sponsor of the outing. This year’s golf event was very successful, attracting over 125 golfers for a day of fun and relaxation on the links. As the golfers arrived, they were welcome to warm up their game with range balls and a $5,000 putting contest sponsored by Thompson’s Pharmacy, followed by lunch donated from Sheetz. Golfers had the opportunity to compete on several skills holes to win prizes of golfer merchandise and $10,000 from S&T Bank for a hole- in-one. Other skill events included longest drive, hit the green, and closest to the pin. Upon completion of the course, Sodexo Senior Services treated golfers to a low country boil buffet. Patricia Savage, ALSM’s President/CEO, concluded the event with a brief awards ceremony and by thanking all the golfers and sponsors. This year’s outing was very competitive with several teams finishing within a few strokes of the winners. The results of the outing were as follows: First Place: The DeGol team consisting of David DeGol, Ken Emeigh, Frank Frontino and Brian Smith shot a 52; Second Place: The

The foursome of Tony and Tim Bartkowiak and Brandon and Ryan Zlupko enjoy a beautiful day on the links.

Advantage Home Health Services team consisting of Vince Romanini, Josh Muir, Nathan Lucas and Chuck Moore shot a 55; Third Place: The Flagship Rehabilitation team consisting of Bret Miller, Kurt Melton, Dustin Freas and Rich Metzger shot a 56. The Longest Drive winners were Amy Mearkle for women and Mike Macionsky for men. Closest to the Pin winners were Steve Foreman and Ron Muffie. The $35,000 plus proceeds from the golf outing contributes to ALSM’s ability to provide at least $1 million in charitable care to people who have outlived their financial resources. Special thanks are extended to this year’s sponsors including First Commonwealth Bank, Benchmark Therapies, Flagship Rehabilitation, Horizons Hospice, M&T Bank, and Thompson Pharmacy, and Hamilton Insurance Agency, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Latsha Davis & McKenna, P.C., Lutheran Trust Insurance, ParenteBeard LLC, and S&T Bank. Thank you to all of the golfers, sponsors and volunteers of this year’s event. Because of the support, it is possible for ALSM to continue to fulfill our mission. Please mark your calendar for next year’s golf outing – Monday, July 28, 2014. If you are interested in more information in next year’s event or other ways to support ALSM, please contact Marty Jo Stellabotte, Director for Mission Advancement at 696.4500.

FALLING IN LOVE WITH FALL

Hickory Commons residents and family members celebrate the end of summer with yummy peach desserts during Peach Fest.

Residents at The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg paint festive pumpkins for the arrival of fall.

Golfers and volunteers enjoy lunch from Sheetz before the outing begins.

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HONORS

Gifts Received March 12, 2013, through August 1, 2013 Our Children Mr. and Mrs. C. Squire Ickes, Jr.

Our Grandchildren Allen and Betty Moberg

Senior Daily Living Center Staff Team Members Mrs. Sally A. Lenz

Our Children Mrs. Darlene Lambert

Veronica Grassa Ms. Candy Morgan

Our Children Allen and Betty Moberg

Ruth M. Grubb Mrs. Alda I. Hetrick

Sharon Cooper Mrs. Geraldine M. Crist

Dave Lamar Ms. Rebecca J. Canavan

Jillian and Matthew Donia Mr. and Mrs. Angelo Donia

Ernie and Peggy Lichtenfels Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Roberts

Doris Estvanik Mrs. Jeanne B. Burr

The Rev. Larry H. Louder Jim and Ellen Campbell

Our Family Mrs. Marjorie S. Gampe Our Family Mrs. Dorothy E. Wadsworth

The People at Dunmyer Lutheran Doris Wertman The Rev. Nila G. Cogan Mr. and Mrs. John Miller Jean Quinn Ms. Kay L. Gasowski

Our Grandchildren Mrs. Darlene Lambert

Judy Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Roberts

Dora Smith Mr. and Mrs. Martin Kerch Staff at The Lutheran Home at Johnstown Mr. William G. Good Sharon and Nicholas Svododa The Rev. Kevin Shock Trinity Lutheran Church Health Team Tom and Lisa Bradley

We apologize for any omissions or errors. If we have made a mistake, please let us know at 814.696.4516 or [email protected]

MEMORIALS

Gifts Received March 12, 2013, through August 1, 2013 Robert G. Ankeny Mrs. Esther L. Ankeny Sara L. Ash Mr. Barry L. Ash Dorothy Balint Mr. & Mrs. Francis J. Balint and Mrs.Vicki L. Balint Mr. and Mrs. John B. Balint Mr. & Mrs. William Balint Jr. Ms. Beth Ann Cvrkel Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Fecko Mr. Lawrence Gates Ms. Diana Heaney Ms. Constance Labuda Ms. Michelle Pinder 8 Ms. Phyllis A. Thompson

Mr. Mark Wilson Victor S. Bantly Mrs. Aline W. Bantly

Marian E. Bowman Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Holtz

Estelle J. Belz Mr. and Mrs. Harry M. Penrod, Jr.

Janet Bukovec Staff at The Lutheran Home at Johnstown

Louis R. Belz Mr. and Mrs. Harry M. Penrod, Jr.

JoAnn Cassidy Mr. Floyd L. Cassidy

Brian Bennett Ms. Dolores J. Bennett

Scott Cassidy Mr. Floyd L. Cassidy

Joseph and Scotty Bertolino Ms. Marcia L. Weller

Trudy Chadwick Capt. Walter D. Chadwick

Joselyn F. Boom Ms. Barbara A. George

James and Margaret Coltrin Dr. Sally A. Coltrin Elmira B. Conlon Ms. Elmira A. Conlon

William Crist Mrs. Geraldine M. Crist

Willard F. Heaps Ms. Paula H. Heaps

David and Elizabeth Mahler Mr. and Mrs. Peter E. Barta

N.S. Critchfield Mrs. Esther L. Ankeny

Eugene B. Herman Mr. Matthew Campbell

Daisy McHugh Ms. Nancy L. McHugh

Mary DeArmitt Mr. and Mrs. Peter E. Barta

Lydia H. Herman Mr. Matthew Campbell

Dorothy M. McKee Mrs. Jeanne Fleegle

Ann P. Deprospo The Apartments at Hickory Commons Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Klevan

Mary Lape Horner Mr. and Mrs. Ernest R. Lichtenfels

Cora Medaugh Ms. Shirley J. Mateer

Ed and Hazel Huling Ms. Marian Hamor

Margaret C. Devlin Mrs. Jane Vidmar

George (Ross) Ickes Mrs. Patricia L. Ickes

Rose M. Messersmith Ms. Joanne Diehl Ms. Shirley Powell

Donald Diefenderfer Mrs. Dorothy C. Diefenderfer

Barbara W. James Mr. Robert H. James, Jr.

Kathryn Dippolito Mr. and Mrs. James Kalbach

Mr. and Mrs. W. Jean Kifer Mrs. Sara J. Corbin

Harry J. and Rose Meyer Ms. Christy L. Harford Mr. and Mrs. David Harford

Lester P. Emery Mrs. Patricia Emery

Catherine Kochinsky Ms. Beverly J. Noel

Marjorie A. Miller Mr. Floyd R. Miller

Joselyn Faith Mrs. Megan Boom Ms. Barbara A. George

George F. Kohler Mrs. Joan E. Kohler

Robert Miller Residents Association The Apartments at Hickory Commons

Joseph and Janet Faust Mr. and Mrs. Roger Bock Betty Fedorko Mr. and Mrs. Steve D. Fedorko

Eric Krenn Sherry K. Keagy Robert L. Kunes Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Klevan

Ethel Fitzpatrick Mrs. Jean F. Nelson

JoAnne Lamar Ms. Rebecca J. Canavan Kathy and David Kleman

Stanford W. Gates Mrs. Anna Mae Gates

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lantzer Mrs. Lenore L. Rhodes

Emil Grening Ms. Audrey M. Grening

Lois L. Leidy Mrs. Arlene S. Leidy Mr. Bruce Leidy

Hilda F. Grening Ms. Audrey M. Grening Harold and Romayne Grove Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Johnson Cloyd P. Grubb Ruth M. Grubb Barbara A. Habala The Rev. Robert N. Abarno Dr. and Mrs. Royal R. Koeller Nancy Hay Mr. Bob Hay and Mrs. Marianne Hay Bill Hazlett Mr. and Mrs. William L. Hazlett

Howard M. Louder Mrs. Tuckey M. Louder Arthur J. Lynam Mrs. Janet L. Lynam Alice Mack Ms. Patricia N. Fawley Ms. Sandra Varner Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Veil Mrs. Kathleen L. Wilson Ruth Magill Mr. and Mrs. George Gilbert, Sr.

Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Metzger Mr. and Mrs. George D. Hower

Paul Miller First English Lutheran Church Mary B. Miller Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Miller, Jr. Mary E. Moberg Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Kopriva Carl and Frieda Moreland Mr. and Mrs. Clifford R. Long, Sr. Mary P. Nesbitt Mrs. Carol S. Massingill Rachael Nordblom Mr. and Mrs. James R. Nordblom Loved Ones Mrs. Phyllis S. Bennett Loved Ones Miss Doris V. Estvanik Loved Ones Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Frederick Loved Ones Ms. Esther M. Pomento Loved Ones Mr. and Mrs. Lance R. Shomo 9

Nancy L. Pannebaker Mr. and Mrs. Randall Donlan Mr. and Mrs. Stephen C. Ellis Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fries Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Houseman Mrs. Tuckey M. Louder Mrs. Linda Mannion Mr. and Mrs. David E. Sellers, Sr. Our Parents Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jock, Sr. Parents Mrs. Margaret Mong Our Parents Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Yost Parents and Brothers Ms. Shirley A. Becker Hila F. Parsons Mr. and Mrs. Harold G. Marshall Genevieve Penrod Mr. George C. Penrod Alexander Peterman Ms. Jean I. Sarokon Frank Pohopin Ms. Karen M. Pohopin Mrs. Kay Pohopin

John G. and Mary Saraka Ms. Marian S. Nelson-Cole John C. and Hylda Scheffer Mr. and Mrs. John Scheffer Marigrace Schmidt Mrs. Carol S. Massingill Mary Schucker Dr. and Mrs. James E. Renney D.J. Schullery Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Brocious Charles F. and Carolyn Shaver Ms. Leta K. Shaver Richard D. Shomo Mrs. Marjorie A. Shomo Jean Simanski Mr. and Mrs. Barry Kovach Harold E. Skonier Mrs. Janet L. Skonier Irene Smith Mr. Clement Harris Sheldon O. Smith Mrs. Linda K. Smith Paula Marie Smith Ms. Dora M. Smith

Charles J. Quinn Mrs. Jean S. Quinn

James and Julia Spahr Mrs. Sally A. Lenz

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Raymond Mr. and Mrs. Ralph M. Raymond

Kathryn Spangler Ms. Dolores J. Bennett Earl Spangler Ms. Dolores J. Bennett Max and Martha Stoiber Mr. and Mrs. John Scheffer Martin Suomela Mrs. Lelia W. Suomela Pauline Swick Ms. Dorothy H. Swick Elsie Talbot Mr. and Mrs. Bruce N. Talbot Carol Thompson Mr. and Mrs. James L. Thompson Janet Vogan The Rev. and Mrs. John M. Rimert Doug Vogel Mr. and Mrs. Doug Vogel Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Justus Volk

Christopher Paul Ream Mr. and Mrs. Paul B. Ream Jim Richardson Ms. Carole F. Richardson Margaret K. Riddell Mrs. Georgiana R. Zimmerman Esther and Eugene Riggs Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hall Thomas C. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Roberts Doris Rose Mr. and Mrs. Steve D. Fedorko Jennifer Salsgiver Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Caton 10

Mr. and Mrs. H. Jay Volk Enola Walker Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Fritz Russell Walker Frank and Velma Walker Miss Jean L. Walker Maretta Wallace Mr. and Mrs. Banks W. Wallace Ralph and Floyd Wallace Laura Weaver Mrs. Janet L. Warsing Mr. and Mrs. Robert Weston Anna White Mr. Robert C. Pine Anna White Mr. William M. Pine Evelyn M. Wilson The Rev. and Mrs. Kevin McNamara Hazel V. Wilson The Rev. Lloyd T. Wilson Raphael J. and Lois J. Winters Ms. Patricia M. Winters Mary R. Yommer Mr. and Mrs. Martin Yommer Marion Yost Ms. Ashley Yost Thomas M. Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Baltzer Mr. and Mrs. Philip Gacka Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Whipkey Mrs. Joy Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. Thomas S. Zimmerman Mr. Timothy Zimmerman and Mrs. Dorothy Zimmerman Marj Zion Mrs. Janet L. Lynam Calvin and Frances Zufall Ms. Jennifer Zufall

ALLEGHENY LUTHERAN SOCIAL MINISTRIES’ PRESIDENT/CEO RECEIVES HIGHEST LEADING AGE PA AWARD Dr. Patricia W. Savage, President/CEO of Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries (ALSM), was presented with the Paul P. Haas Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2013 LeadingAge PA Annual Conference in Hershey, PA. Leading Age PA’s highest award, the Paul P. Haas Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to a distinguished individual who has demonstrated exemplary leadership, service and commitment to the association and across the state to positively influence and advance the aging services field. Under Dr. Savage’s leadership as President/CEO at ALSM for the past 17 years, the organization has developed an intergenerational program for young and older adults; added home care focusing on companion services for the senior population; spearheaded the addition of a certified skilled home health program; and added two HUD Senior Housing developments for elderly in low-income communities. Dr. Savage earned a BA in Psychology from Alvernia University in Reading, PA; a Masters degree in Social Work from Marywood University School of Social Work in Scranton, PA; a Masters degree in Human Resources Administration from the University of Scranton in Scranton, PA; and a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Union Institute & University in Cincinnati, OH. She previously worked as the Director of the Senior Companion Program for Telespond Senior Services in Scranton, PA, and as the Director of Hospice Saint John before being named the Vice President of Program Operations at Lutheran Welfare Service of Northeastern PA, Inc. (now Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries) in Northeastern PA. She joined the ALSM staff in January 1996 as President/CEO. Leading Age PA is a trade association representing Pennsylvania not-for-profit organizations that provide housing, healthcare and community services primarily to the elderly. The association was established to provide education and a voice of advocacy for not-forprofit long term care providers. The Leading Age PA Distinguished Service Awards Program, established in 1973, encourages members to nominate individuals and organizations that enhance the field of aging services through their involvement, innovation, leadership, or advocacy, as well as personal and organizational generosity.

Phil DeBaun, chair of the Leading Age PA board, presents the Haas Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Patricia Savage.

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PAID PERMIT #6 ALTOONA PA

915 Hickory Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

Clearfield Centre

Cambria

• The Lutheran Home At Hickory Commons At Hollidaysburg 814.696.4527 – Health Care Center – Independent Living at The Cottages & The Apartments • The Lutheran Home At Johnstown 814.255.6844 – Health Care Center – Personal Care – Independent Living Cottages

• ALSM at Home 855.280.2576 – Serving Blair, Cambria Centre & Somerset Counties

Huntingdon

Somerset

Bedford Fulton

• ALSM at Home Health Care 855.280.2576 – Serving Blair County

Serving Eight Pennsylvania Counties: Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, Fulton, Huntingdon & Somerset

• Senior Daily Living Centers 800.400.2285 – Serving Altoona, Somerset, Meyersdale & State College

Administrative Support Office

• The Oaks At Pleasant Gap 814.359.2782 – Personal Care at Schreffler Manor – Independent Living In The Village Cottages & The Court Apartments

• Counseling Services 800.400.2285 – Serving Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, & Somerset Counties

• Lutheran Commons At Berlin Pike 814.443.4440 – HUD Senior Housing in Somerset County

• Children’s Services 814.624.3200 or toll free 877.ALSM.KID (877.257.6543) – Serving Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield & Fulton Counties

• Lutheran Commons At Pleasant Gap 800.400.2285 – HUD Senior Housing in Centre County

Blair

915 Hickory Street Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 814.696.4500 • 800.400.2285 • www.alsm.org

Our Mission To Serve People Through A Ministry Of Love, Compassion, And Mercy In The Name Of Our Lord, Jesus Christ