Box Filled For Toys For Tots!

Resident Julie Kitsock made it her personal mission to make sure that the Toys For Tots box was filled by the time the Marines came to pick it up in mid-December.  At her persistent urging, many staff and residents put items into the gigantic empty box in the Village lobby, and some put money into the nearby jar.  We also held a Quarter Raffle at the end of November, which besides being fun, enabled people to find Christmas gifts at a bargain price, just one quarter per ticket! On December 16th, Julie was able to present Toys For Tots representative John Gingrich with over $80.00, plus a full box of toys!  Way to go, Julie!!!

Santa Visits Juniper Village at Lebanon

Juniper Village at Lebanon was in full holiday celebration mode on December 8th, with two simultaneous parties and cookie exchanges. Both parties had visits by Santa, with gifts for all residents and their young guests.  And both parties featured live entertainment, with Sandy Heisey on the piano at The Village, and Amy Rose singing beautiful holiday music in The Club.  The cookie exchange was abundant in both buildings, with plenty to take home in special bags provided. The hot chocolate and egg nog really hit the spot!  Everyone got their picture taken on Santa's lap, including the Juniper Village team members who were present that evening.  It was a wonderful evening with many fond memories made by all!

December 2016 Events in Lebanon, PA: Celebrate Little Things

Juniper Village nurtures wellbeing by encouraging an active body, an engaged mind and a fulfilled spirit. This month this custom is more evident than ever as we share our celebratory spirit - mind, body and soul. December is a month filled with holidays and celebrations, but at Juniper we like to kick it up a notch! All around the community all of your senses will be stimulated as you see traditional holiday décor, hear joyous laughter and singing, smell heavenly treats baking and taste them as well. We will celebrate all the joyous little things that make this time of year so special. Traditions both old and new will be honored. And through sharing our numerous cultures and traditions with each other we will learn more about each other, opening the door to deeper understanding.

This month take a moment to reflect on the little things that bring joy to your life. Reminisce about the traditions from your past and the new traditions you have started with your family. Celebrate the holiday season with us as we share a bit of ourselves with our annual cookie exchange and ethnic holiday celebrations. December is always an eventful month and we look forward to sharing it with you.

Our fabulous December 2016 events in Lebanon, PA at Juniper Village at Lebanon include our:

§  Juniper Village Supports the Toys For Tots Program as we are proud to support and be a drop-off site for our local Toys For Tots campaign, so help us make a difference in a child’s life by donating new, unwrapped toys during the month of December, as we will have collection boxes at the entryways to both the Village and Community House buildings so these toys can be distributed to less fortunate children in Lebanon County any time until December 31^st.

§  Holiday Open House with Cookie Exchange and Visit from Santa Claus as we celebrate the holidays with music, laughter and love, so bring a tray of your family’s favorite cookies with recipe attached to share, as little ones have the opportunity to have their picture taken with Santa, so don’t miss this opportunity to share the holiday spirit with your Juniper Village family and friends on December 8^th from 6:00 am to 7:30 pm.

§  Your Life. Your Wishes. Advance Care Planning Presented by Jennifer E. Wagner, Penn Medicine, Lancaster General Health held in The Club of the Community House for a thought-provoking conversation to help make your wishes known, as well as learn vocabulary, reflect on your values, choose a healthcare agent, explore goals for treatment, and take the first steps toward completing an advance directive with no cost to attend this informational session and breakfast will be provided on December 15^th from 9:00 am - 10:30 am. (RSVP by December 13^th by calling 717-272-8782.)

We look forward to sharing our December 2016 events in Lebanon, PA at Juniper Village at Lebanon with you as you Celebrate Little Things.