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WINTER 2020 Vol. 14 - Issue 1
www.lourdesseniorcommunity.org
Lourdes Senior Community is sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Greetings and Happy New Year!
Hopefully you have been blessed with a holy and
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safe holiday season. Here at Lourdes, we celebrated
Christmas at our annual Christmas parties and through
the many wonderful winter projects coordinated by our
activities staff. See page three to get a look at Christmas
arts and crafts created by our residents.
Mendelson Home’s Senior Theater helped spread
Christmas cheer with their rendition of A Christmas Carol. Our successful Toy’s-for-
Tot’s fundraiser inspired holiday cheer and adopting two families in need reminded
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us we have much for which to be grateful (see page 6).
As we enter 2020, we continue to Ensure our Legacy for Future Generations. We are
excited by the many projects taking place in our community this year, including the
rebuild of Lourdes Healthcare Center. We are honored by the generous support of
your time and treasures. I thank you for that support and for your many thoughts
and prayers – precious gifts.
5 THANK YOU, DONORS! With the coming of 2020, I invite us to reflect on words from the Christmas
message of Pope Frances –
7 LOURDES GIVES BACK May the Lord Jesus, Prince of Peace,
enlighten you and guide your steps in the way of goodness and truth.
8 LOURDES HEALTHCARE
CENTER CONSTRUCTION
May our gracious God continue to hold you as we walk together in serving God and
our residents.
11 COMING UP...
With a prayer for God’s graces,
WORLD DAY OF THE SICK Sister Maureen Comer, OP
Chief Executive Officer
2020 GOLF FOR LOURDES
2020 LEGACY EVENT
AND MORE!
3 Cover Photo: Louise Michaels,
Fox Manor Resident
LOURDES SENIOR COMMUNITY SENIOR LEADERSHIP GROUP
Sister Maureen Comer, OP Robert Pickup Robin McClintock, CTRS Maureen McGee
Chief Executive Officer Director, Plant Operations Director, Fox Manor, Administrator, Lourdes Rehabilitation and
Mendelson Home, Clausen Manor Healthcare Center
Colleen Burke Rebecca Latta
Director, Development Director, Human Resources Richard Acho
Chief Financial Officer
PRAYER FOR
THE WINTER
Lord,
At the beginning of this
Admirations For Lourdes
new year I ask for peace.
Peace in our world
Peace in our country
Peace in our
neighborhoods
I want to thank the staff of Clausen Manor for allowing me to be a Peace in our homes
volunteer. My wife lived at Clausen for thirteen months until her death. Peace in our hearts.
Being able to help these last two years has helped to fill a big hole in my
life. I pray that your grace
brings us to the
There is no doubt in my mind that it was a blessing from God that we peace we all long for.
found Lourdes. I have watched residents come with confused minds. Most
at one time or another, are lonely, sometimes afraid, sometimes angry, Please give strength of
bored. Sometimes they are unable to express themselves.But most of all character to our leaders
they are not capable of caring for themselves and are hurting. so they stay true to the
principles on which
The resident assistants and activities personnel at Clausen do an amazing we were founded.
job under very difficult circumstances! They are wonderful, experienced
and dedicated people.Their loving kindness, gengle touch, the smiles and I ask this in your name.
sincere empathy are all part of what they do for the residents. And I might
also say, showing concern for visitors and family members. Amen.
Thank you again for allowing me to be a volunteer at Lourdes.
Clausen Manor Family Member
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WHAT’S NEW...
WINTER CRAFTS
There are many benefits to art All were blessed by visiting carolers and
therapy. Viewing and creating art are performers!
great ways to connect with the world, “I love the programs that the activity
communicate and express yourself. But department offers,” said Mary Kems,
there are also many health benefits. Mendelson Resident. “I love knitting
Painting, touring a museum, pottery, and corner and sewing club and cooking club.
woodworking all increase our quality of I love doing things with my hands even
life, reduce stress and amplify our sense though they don’t work well. Activities
of overall wellbeing. help inspire me and keeps me motivated.”
For older adults, hobbies and art In January, Opening Minds through
offer additional advantages. Regular art Art (OMA) will begin again. OMA is
participation promotes healing. It also a program designed for people with
involves the use of fine motor skills. As dementia and limited motor skills, and
such, arts and crafts can reduce joint pain is based on the idea that residents can
and inflammation caused by arthritis or overcome the obstacles of age and
other chronic illnesses. cognitive processes through art. By
Joining an art community also focusing on what residents are still
reduces feelings of loneliness, decreasing capable of, OMA builds confidence, and
the risk of depression and anxiety. For improves physical and psychological well-
the holidays, Lourdes’ residents took being. It’s also a lot of fun.
advantage of the many creative programs This year, the Opening Minds
spreading Christmas cheer, making through Art Program was made
new friends and a lot of wonderful art. possible by a grant from The Catholic
Clausen Manor and Mendelson Home Foundations of Michigan. We are grateful
created ornaments and stockings, painted for their support and look forward to
snowflakes and whipped up delicious seeing many more marvelous artistic
Christmas treats. creations from our residents.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Mendelson Home’s Senior Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The
Theater did not disappoint with their Wizard of Oz and The Sound of Music.
performance of Charles Dickens A They also get together several times a
Christmas Carol. month to do skits and improvisation.
Senior theater began in 2016 “Senior Theater is stimulating,” said
when Activities Assistant, Lexi Lexi, Activity Assistant at Mendelson
Boyd, introduced the idea. Having Home. “It helps with memory and is
a background in drama and dance, therapeutic. It helps improve mental
Lexi saw the opportunity to share her health and gives opportunity to try
passion. The concept was to create an something new and make new friends.”
environment where residents could be Look for more performances from
creative and express themselves freely. Lourdes Senior Theater, coming in 2020.
Since their humble beginning, the We hope to see you there!
residents at Mendelson Home have put
on a variety of performances including
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2019 CHRISTMAS PARTIES
THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS
THAT GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED THE HOLY WORK OF LOURDES SENIOR
COMMUNITY BETWEEN JULY 2019 AND DECEMBER 2019.
Honorarium and Memorials Connie and Thomas Bradshaw
In Memory of Msgr. Ricardo Bass
Inductoheat
Sue Andres
Suzanne and Charles Nurek
Donna Angeli
Rob and Rika Erickson
Gerard G. and Frances J. Ashe
Jack Bass
In Memory of Stuart Burleigh
Audrie Bannasch
Rich and Wendy Burleigh
Bommarito Family
Diane Brand
In Honor of Lucille Brown
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Broughton
Matthew and Danielle Golling
Tina Carlisi and Family
Sue and Adam Cheslin
In Memory of Frank Ciloski
Reverend Andrew A. Czajkowski
Mary Jane and Jerry Pinney
Paul and Mary Daudlin
Ralph and Joyce Fackler
In Memory of
Don and Peggy Giffels
The Comparoni Family
Marlene Hurst Frances Rososky
Michael J. Karwoski
Paul and Carol Klenner In Memory of Suzanne Filiatrault Jane Spears
In Memory of Richard P. Condit
Maria and Lawrence Krzesowski Renee Deaton Cindy A. Tilden
Martha Condit
Andrew Kwyon Gary and Carolyn Trimner
Steven and Jeanette Markiewicz In Honor of Catherine Dusenbury Fern Walch
In Memory of Catherine Criqui
Eileen Micklus Ed and Sue Crowder Mr. and Mrs. Barry and Edith Blunk
Ms. Linda Muzyczka In Honor of Sue Kennedy
Duke Norton In Memory of Wanda Eskey Kathryn Brissette
In Memory of Arrol Cuthrell
Salvatore Palazzolo Fred and Maryann Bergin Marilyn DeLap
Richard and Janell McPherson In Memory of Immo A. Knoff
Jeanne And Dick Chartier
Laura and Kenneth Poirier In Memory of Marion Fellrath Betty and Dave Okopny
Linda Eichler
Ellen Sneider Cheryl & Daniel Grace Carolyn Lindeman Price
Bernice Soave In Memory of
Dana and Tom Grace Jerry and Betty Kowalski
Ann. M Tobin In Memory of Grace Gammage
Mark Griffiths The Michael Kowalski Family
Fern Walch Andrew and Carol Pitonyak
Patricia & Richard Hawkins
Mark & Sandy Renaud In Memory of Mary Kubani
In Memory of Adelia Bassi In Honor of Irene Harrington
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Metzger Mr. Mark Waterbury Rosemarie and Joseph Kubani
The Most Reverend
Bishop Bernard J. Harrington
in Memory of Derrel Batchelder In Memory of Mary Czanstke In Memory of Walter Kuc
Sandra Sommerfield Diance Claeys Dave and Marilyn Cooke
In Memory of
John and Stephanie Huly Bernice Soave
In Memory of Dorothy Bauman In Memory of Dolores Dauble Fern Walch
Mr. and Mrs.
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Bauman John and Mary Ann Dauble
Alan and Rochelle Huly
In Memory of
In Memory of Elizabeth Best In Honor Rhonda Davis Harold N. and Lyla M. Lepisto
In Memory of Msgr. Robert Humitz
Rick and Cathy Loveland Valeria and Karen Imarisio Lynne A. Lepisto-Golling
Bernice Soave
Elizabeth T. Kish and A. William Golling III
In Memory of In Honor of Genovieve DeWeese
Fern Walch
Wanda and Norman Borkowski Mr. and Mrs. Ronald DeWeese In Memory of Vivian Leszczynski
Kathryn Borkowski In Memory of Geraldine Jaworski Dolores and William Mason
In Memory of Irene Dombrowski
David Jaworski
In Memory of Ann Bradshaw Bill Dombrowski In Memory of Patrice ManIon
Bernice Soave
Carol Bradshaw Robert and Maureen Mayes
In Honor of Mary and Harry Kems
Beverly and Ronald Zeeman In Memory of Mary Merlo
Tony and Patricia Merlo
In Memory of Kathlyn Kerr
Anonymous In Honor of Pat Neal
James, Carol and William Brown Mr. and Mrs. Terry Avery
Sheil Burkhhardt Dolores Elbode
Thomas and Jean Carpenter Joe and Barb Jaschuk
Sue Enekes Paul and Carol Klenner
Linda Griggs The D Trudeau
Ann and Tom Herrmann and K Trudeau Family Trust
Carl and Roxanne Rasch Family Willian Weishar
Brian and Patricia Shinn
Brian and Patty Slaven
Mary Christine Somogy
Nancy Loviska Tom and Arlene H. Stone Steve & Chris Fogle Therese Flanigan
The Neal Family Clayton Galarneau ProSure
Deanne Neukam In Memory of Genevieve Szumiak Dan & Mary Lou Gebauer Fr. Edward J. Prus
Dr. Tom Stanley and Lillian Roland Mr. & Mrs. Sal Giacomazza Pulte Family Charitable Foundation
In Memory of Daron & Linda Gifford Doug Quinn
Leo and Bernice Obloy In Memory of Richard Thomas Linda Griggs Carl and Roxanne Rasch Family
Mr. and Mrs. Michael H. Oblooy Joseph Caserio Pamela Grimaldi Ronald J. Reso
Lucille Hance Rex Holdings
In Honor of Patrick (Duke) In Memory of Robert Tobin J. Edward Hannan Gay Ribits
and Dorothy Norton John and Julie Stouffer Jo Heitmeyer Nicholas Rine III
Katie Settle Patricia Henry Charles Robertson
Pat Norton In Memory of Joan Tomlinson Myrtle E. and William G. Hess Kenneth and Jane Rogers
Mary DeWitt Betty Kish
Charitable Trust Alan & Donna Rudolph
Susan Norton Jo Heitmeyer
Ron & Maria Hewson Anna Rush
Margie Marty Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Werner
Peggy Holden Jeannine Schilling
Mike Norton Mr. and Mrs. Florent Muyleart
Msgr. Michael Hrydziuszko Philip Schmidt
Tom Norton Ms. Elaine Pauli
Sister Jane Przygocki, SJ Margaret Huggard David Schreiber
John Norton Daniel J. Hulgrave Dr. Paula D. Serra
In Memory of In Memory of John and James Vass Alan & Rochelle Huly Serra Family Foundation
Adrythe E. Vass Gary W. Hummel Jill Shelton
William and Annette Orosz
Valeria and Karen Imarisio Catherine & Robert Snow
Clark and Catherine Risley
In Memory of their Family Dan Izydorek Russell Stabile
Frank J. and Kathleen Wendt Edith Jenkenson Carole Tadavich
In Memory of Joyce Parillo
Lacey and Drew Higgerson Jim and Roseanne Jewell Kathleen Teets
M. Christine Hudgens In Memory of Wanda Wozniak Jimmy Johns Mary Teuber
Jennifer and Bruce Lundeen Ronald and Sandra Reso Jonquil Farms Therapy Management, Inc.
Carl and Connie Malito Henrietta A. Juras Reverend Richard W. Thomas Trust
Jean Mattey In Memory of Lottie and John Zajac Bill & Joanne Keimig Joan Tomlinson
Constance Shriner Charlene J. Zajac Daniel & Rosemary Kelly Mark Van Faussien
Valerie L. Talhelm Mary Kems Sara Van Acker
Michael Vedrody Individuals and Organizations Sr Frances Mary Kernasovich, OP Don Vonbuskirk
Daniel Zaroff Kathlyn A. Kerr Dennis & Ginny Werner
Anonymous
Carol Klenner Jeff Wise
Audrie Bannasch
In Memory of Patricia A. Peiffer Marguerite Kolb Dr. John A. Wangler
James Bannasch
Louis Peiffer Richard & Deborah Kroninger II Mary-Ellen Yokie
Jeanette & Ken Barks
Kronlund Foundation Beverly & Ronald Zeeman
Shirl Batche
In Memory of Agnes Plotczyk Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence and Williiam and Patricia Zurbriggen
Rick and Debi Batchelder
Mary-Ellen Yokie Mary LaForest
Lillian J. Berak
Mary Elizabeth Lamparski In-Kind Gifts
In Memory of Roger Rice Jerry Berendt
Donna Lang Ruth Allen
Audrie Bannasch Edna Bex
Virginia Leever & Mary Schreiber Jerry Berendt
Jo Heitmeyer Philip M. Bettendorf
Louis H. Lindeman Bobbie Bleckley
Elizabeth Kish Colin Botha
Sister Teresita Lipar, OP Pat Burke
Patrick (Duke) Norton Jessica Botha
Barbara & Joe Makowski Burning Bush Apostolic Ministries
Bernice Soave Paul and Jane Broughton
Regina Mallett Melinda Calme
Fern Walch Lucille L. Brown
Mannor Law Group Jamie Chesshire
Colleen Burke
Joe Manuszak Mike and Lynn Delap
In Memory of Helen Rudolph Beth Cafaro
Paul and Cathy Schaltz Jeanne Marchak Mike DrRiso
Daniel & Shelly Callan
Judith M. Martinek Trust Susan Dotson
Catholic Foundation of Michigan
In Memory of Elizabeth Sawyers Fritha Matus Mike Flynn
Charity Golf International
Charles and Marion Steeber Carl Mauro Steve Fogle
Reverend Paul Chateau
Mary Teuber John & Marianne McBrearty Ted Gozdzialski
Diane Claeys
Robin McClintock Deborah Hall
PATHWAY BRICKS
Clarkston Pharmacy
in Memory of Judy Schmidt Nancy & James McMahon Bill Holmes
Mary M. Clement
Philip Schmidt John & Ellen McNally Valeria and Karen Imarisio
John Colling
Barbara Mendelson Marnie Jackson
Brian and Janae Condit
In Memory of Daniel M. Scott Gerald and Jean Miller Tony Jenkins
Martha Condit
Charles Deschaine Donald and Michelle Mullen Kathie Kerr
Philip and Valerie Conway
Robert Deschaine Judith A. Murray Carol Klenner
Gail Cyccone
Jeffry and Brenda Hwozdik Joan Nedeljkovic Donald Leske
Dorothy Daly
Dawn McDonald Mary Nelson Kathy Lundstrom
Joseph F. Danyko
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mulso Mr. and Mrs. John Noone Chuck Morgan
Diane Quarles Ellen Danz
Mr. Francis A. O’Brien Karen Murphy
John and Ann Schuster John R & M
Patrick & Joanne O’Brien Julie Palmer
James and Nicole Scott Margrite Davis Foundation
Kay & Tom Osborn PC Miracles
Patrick and Tamara Scott Mr. & Mrs. Michael Delap
Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Overy Mr. Joe Savino
Donald Smith Marie E. DiVirgilio Charitable Fund
Elaine Pauli Glenda Sheets
Joan B. Stinson-Clair Diane Dowd
Tom Payne James Smith
Gary & Chris Drainville
PC Miracles Luanne Stencil
In Memory of Richard Silvis Gerard A. Dwyer
Louis Peiffer Gretchen Swanson
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Arseneault Therese Flanigan
Charles & Ruth Porretta Christopher Wattai
Sister Carol Fleming, OP
In Memory of Stella Stevens David & Kristine Pou;sem Debbie Wigner
LOURDES GIVES BACK
The Christmas season is thought At Mendelson Home and Clausen After coordinating with Catholic
of as a time of joy and festivities. Manor, resident families, and staff Charities of Southeast Michigan, they
Giving gifts, family parties, elaborate chose to take part in a toy drive for were given a family, along with their
decorations and delicious treats are Toys-for-Tots. Over 50 presents ages, clothing sizes, likes and dislikes.
all part of the celebration for most were donated to help spread some At Fox Manor, both the residents
of us. Unfortunately, not everyone Christmas cheer to children in our and the staff donated their time and
is as lucky and many face hardships, community. treasures. The staff shopped carefully
struggling to cover their every day Lourdes Rehabilitation and for each member of the family. The
necessities. Healthcare Center and Fox Manor on residents then wrapped and labeled the
At Lourdes Senior Community, the Lake chose a different option. Both gifts.
we are very blessed by the generosity facilities adopted a family through Both families were grateful for the
and support of our friends and Catholic Charities of Southeast generosity and care shown by so many.
family. Residents and staff receive Michigan. Thank you to all who gave and helped
gifts in many forms daily, making “We’ve participated in many make Christmas special for so many.
Lourdes ‘A Great Place to Call Home.’ charities over the years,” said Robin You inspire us!
As such, each Christmas, Lourdes McClintock, Director of Fox Manor.
finds a way to pay it forward, giving “We felt adopting a family was what we
to others in need. wanted to do this year.”
TO CONTINUE OFFERING THE BEST SERVICE TO OUR RESIDENTS WE WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE THESE ITEMS.
IF YOU CAN HELP PLEASE CALL COLLEEN AT 248-886-5674.
Lourdes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center - Puzzles - LRHC is looking for jigsaw puzzles. While puzzles of all sizes
are welcome they are specifically in need of puzzles with 100-300 pieces.
Joseph T. Mendelson Assisted Living Home - Bingo Prizes - Bingo prizes are great fun for the residents to look through
and choose from. At Mendelson Home, donations for Kleenex, jewelry, individually wrapped candies or candy bars,
and puzzle books are needed.
Clausen Manor - Bingo Prizes - Bingo prizes are a lot of fun for the residents to look through and choose from. At
Clausen Manor, donations for Kleenex, stuffed animals, aftershave, hand soap pumps and perfume are needed.
Fox Manor - Vinyl Shed - Fox Manor is looking to purchase a vinyl shed for the their landscaping needs. The residents
at Fox Manor participate in gardening club, planting and maintaining their own flowers and vegetables. The shed
would be used to house their gardening supplies.
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS AT
LOURDES HEALTHCARE CENTER
Lourdes Rehabilitation and with its core values of Dignity, ground in October 2019, clearing the
Healthcare Center is the anchor of Service, Compassion and Spirituality. land surrounding the Our Lady of
Lourdes Senior Community. Lourdes’ A portion of the community’s success Lourdes Chapel. Demolition of St.
mission to provide quality senior care may be attributed to the organizations Jude hall followed, and will continue
excellence led to the founding of ability to adapt, accommodating through late summer 2020.
Fox Manor on the Lake independent the needs of older adults as they The construction project as a whole
living (1991), Clausen Manor memory change. Such was the case for the is expected to last approximately
care (1995) and Mendelson Home incorporation of short-term rehab. two years. Renovations will
assisted living (2001). Today, the Physical recovery and strength take place one hall at a time, with
overall Lourdes community has grown training have always been a part of construction lasting approximately
to some 250 residents served by a daily care. However, the need for ten months for each unit. The 29,000
staff of 270. The Rehabilitation and physical therapy after an injury or square foot renovation will feature
Healthcare Center was named one of illness has increased steadily over the forty-five private rooms and baths.
the nation’s best by the magazine U.S. years. “The new rooms are designed
News and World Report, and in 2018 In the early 2000s, Lourdes similar to those of Rehab East and
was named Best of the Best among expanded care to bring short-term West,” said Robert Pickup, Director
senior facilities for the eleventh rehabilitation services to Lourdes of Plant Operations at Lourdes Senior
consecutive year by readers of the Senior Community. After over a Community.
Oakland Press. decade, the time came for new Each hall will consist of
When Lourdes Nursing Home construction to enhance the quality of approximately twenty-two rooms,
was dedicated on May 1, 1965, it was life for residents. containing essential furniture: a bed,
a state-of-the art facility, providing 24- Lourdes Rehabilitation and nightstand, armoire, and flat screen
hour skilled nursing care for seniors, Healthcare Center broke ground on television. In addition, each unit will
regardless of race, creed or ability to the renovation plan in autumn of be equipped with a gathering area
pay. The building, with three wings, 2014. The plan was divided into two for residents and visitors, warming
contained private rooms, semi-private phases. The first phase focused on a kitchen and a luxury dining room.
rooms and wards. Among the initial new rehabilitation wing to enhance Other features will include a sunroom
amenities were a chapel area, large and expand current services. The and an additional courtyard.
lounge areas and dining facilities, primary goal was to improve resident “This phase, when completed,
x-ray, occupational and physical units, the therapy center, common will complement the rest of Lourdes
therapy centers, a hydrotherapy unit areas and exterior appeal. The project Senior Community, enhancing the
and a beauty-barber shop. There was included fifty private rooms and baths, home-like atmosphere expected by
also an enclosed courtyard, providing a state-of-the-art physical therapy our residents,” said Robert.
a secure place for residents to enjoy gym, new courtyard and visiting Regular updates will be posted to
the outdoors. areas. The unit opened to residents in Lourdes’ website and Facebook as the
For decades, Lourdes has December 2015. project progresses. For questions or
continued to grow and thrive, Now, plans for phase two have to speak with someone about naming
providing outstanding care for seniors begun. Construction crews broke opportunities, please contact us at
248-674-2241.
LOURDES SENIOR COMMUNITY:
PATHWAY BRICKS
Did you know that you can purchase a brick paver in memory of a
loved one?
When you visit Lourdes Senior Community, one of the first
things you notice are the beautiful woods and pathways. Along
many of those paths are bricks celebrating and honoring the lives of
residents and family members. These paths are located near each of
the four homes.
Each paver offers you the opportunity to remember a special
occasion such as a birthday or anniversary, or to provide a lasting gift
for someone you love. We invite you to be a part of the Legacy of
Lourdes through the inscription you will choose on a brick paver.
Each brich measures 4” x 4” and can be engraved with up to
four lines. When your brick is placed, you will be contacted via
email to inform you of its approximate location. Pavers are available
for $250 and can be placed at any of the homes at Lourdes Senior
Community.
All proceeds will be used to support the mission of Lourdes
Senior Community. If you wish to order a brick paver, please contact
Colleen in the Development Office at 248-886-5674.
If You are 70.5 or older and don’t need your
“required minimum ditribution” or “RMD”
Rollover
you can make a gift of up to $100,000 this
year from your IRA to help further our
mission. Contact your IRA administrator to
get started with your gift.
Your IRA for Good
• Help and Support the Residents
at Lourdes Senior Community
• Build your Charitable Legacy
• Pay No Income Tax on Your Gift
YOU CAN
DIRECT UP TO
$100,000
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SPONSORED BY THE DOMINICAN SISTERS OF PEACEWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
VETERAN BENEFITS
You May be Due Veterans Benefits disabled or older veterans who have a of such veterans are also eligible.
low income. Aid and Attendance is for For more information please
Aid and attendance” is a commonly war veterans who have disabilities that contact Carolyn Johnston, Lourdes
used term for a little-known veterans’ are not connected to their active-duty Senior Community Social Worker
disability income. The official title of service. You can apply for this benefit or Oakland County Veterans
this benefit is “Pension.” regardless of how long ago you left Administration at 248-858-0785.
The reason for using “aid and military service.
attendance” to refer to this pension Aid and Attendance
is that many veterans or their single benefits can help
surviving spouses can become eligible cover home care costs
if they have a regular need for the aid paid to any person or
and attendance of a caregiver. This professional provider.
definition includes care provided in To qualify for
home and home can include assisted the Veteran’s Aid and
living, memory care and long term care Attendance benefit,
facility. a veteran must have
The Department of Veterans served on active duty, at
Affairs offers two disability income least 90 days, during
benefits for veterans who served on a period of war. There
active duty. must be an honorable
The purpose of this benefit is to discharge. Single
provide supplemental income to surviving spouses
A GIFT TO LOURDES
THAT PAYS YOU A Lourdes gift annuity involves making a gift of cash or
assets to Lourdes Senior Community. In return, Lourdes will
make lifetime payments to you or a loved one. Each payment
is fixed with the amount depending on your age or the age of
whoever receives the payments.
After all payments have been made, Lourdes Senior
Community receives the remaining value of the gift to
support causes that matter most to you. Your payments are
fixed on the date of your gift, and your payments will never
change with fluctuations in interest rate or the stock market.
Depending on your gift, you may also receive the benefit of
primarily tax free payments. In addition, you will receive a
charitable deduction the year in which you establish the gift
annuity.
11COMING UP...
2020 CALENDAR
World Day of the Sick Mass - February 11, 20120 at Lourdes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Summer Picnics
Mendelson Home - June 24, 2020 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Clausen Manor - June 24, 2020 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Golf for Lourdes 2020 - June 18, 2020 at The Majestic at Lake Walden in Hartland, Michigan
Lourdes 2020 Legacy Event - September 10, 2020
Lourdes 2020 Wine, Nine and Dine - September 24, 2020 at The Fountain Golf and Banquet in Clarkston, Michigan
Lourdes Halloween Trick-or-Treat - October 24, 2020 beginning at Fox Manor at 1:30 pm
Lourdes Christnas Parties -
Lourdes Rehab and Healthcare Center - December 6, 2020 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mendelson Home - December 10, 2020 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Clausen Manor - December 8, 2020 at 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Fox Manor - December 13, 2020 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmYou can also read
