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Life at Park Place of Elmhurst A Message from Joe Xanthopoulos
When I first joined Park Place of Elmhurst, several residents asked, “Won’t you miss the Florida weather?” Well, maybe by January, I may miss it a bit, but for me, nothing beats Spring, Summer, and Fall here. I also won’t miss the seven months of “Hurricane Season” in Florida. June is a great time of the year in the Midwest!
I work to follow this practice by first learning from residents and staff about the community. Collecting and reviewing key pieces of information relative to every aspect of our community. If I feel changes are necessary, please know I will do the best I can to make sure any change first does no harm, but instead enhances the quality of our community for our residents, employee team members, and ensures long-term sustainability of our community for existing and future residents. I am excited about Park Place of Elmhurst’s present and future. Thank you for making Park Place of Elmhurst your home. WeCare Connect Survey Please watch for your WeCare Connect customer satisfaction survey via email, text, or phone. We are grateful that you chose Park Place and we wish to ensure your satisfaction so we need to hear from you. Park Place Reviews Do you follow Park Place of Elmhurst? You can find us on Facebook and Google. You and your family can use these social media accounts to see pictures from recent events or calendar reminders of upcoming events. You can also share your positive experiences with others and help spread the word about Park Place. Our goal is to increase our followers and have more 5-star ratings!
Joe Xanthopoulos Executive Director, Park Place of Elmhurst
At Park Place of Elmhurst, so many amazing things are happening here and all around us. The Independent Living Outdoor Patio is progressing, and we look forward to Chaplain Gerry’s Patriotic Worship Service, which will be held on July 2. The Elmhurst Farmers Market kicks off on June 4 and runs through October 29. It is scheduled on Wednesdays, 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., right next door at the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church (ECRC). At the June Independent Living Residents Council meeting, I will introduce our new Healthcare Center Administrator/Associate Executive Director, Casey Pudwill. May was my first full month as Executive Director here. I truly appreciated the graciousness and hospitality of the residents and staff. There are so many wonderful people, programs, and traditions here. This is a great place to live... and to work. The Hippocratic Oath states that physicians and assistants should not cause physical or moral harm to patients. It has been paraphrased as, “First, do no harm.”
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Spotlight Events at Park Place Gary Midkiff: The 70’s— Part 3 Tuesday, June 3 10:45 a.m., Community Room
Committee Meetings Maintenance Committee Wednesday, June 4 1:00 p.m., Creation Studio The Maintenance Committee will meet this afternoon. Please contact the Committee Chair, Mary Corbett, if there is anything you would like her to discuss with the Committee.
Join Gary as he presents the third session of his 6-part series on the 70s. Spanning from May 1973 through December 1974. You will learn more about Vietnam and Richard Nixon’s decision to resign. With the Kentucky Derby taking place last month, and horse racing on many people’s minds, you will also see Secretariat win the Triple Crown. All are welcome to attend the presentation. Please note that Bible Study will be moved into the Club Room today. Watercolor Class with Gail Tuesday, June 3 1:30 p.m., Creation Studio Join fellow residents for an afternoon watercolor class. You do not have to be an artist to learn new skills like watercolor painting. We all start as beginner artists and gain knowledge over time. Gail is back this month to instruct another watercolor class. She will be here every month to teach a class. Sign-ups for the July class will begin when we introduce the class in the mid-month memo for June. You can start signing up for Gail’s future watercolor classes when the mid-month memo is distributed to your cubby with more information on the class. The piece you will be creating this month is a scenic view while sitting by the lake. RSVPs for this class are currently full. RSVP with the Concierge to be added to the waitlist.
Welcome Committee Thursday, June 5 3:00 p.m., Creation Studio The Welcome Committee will be
meeting this afternoon. Please contact the Welcome Committee Chair, Jimmie Falconer, if there is anything you would like her to address with the Committee.
Dining Committee Tuesday, June 10
2:00 p.m., Providence Dining Room The Dining Committee will meet this afternoon. Please contact the Dining Committee Chair, Mary Baas, if there is anything you would like her to address with the Committee.
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Elmhurst Farmers Market
Wheaton Municipal Band Concert Thursday, June 12 6:30 p.m., Main Entrance The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton to begin its 96th season. Known as one of the finest bands of its kind in the country, the Wheaton Municipal band, under the direction of Dr. Bruce Moss, wows audiences with its stunning sound and brilliant musicianship. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the band. For this concert, students from Wheaton Middle School bands join the WMB in a unique side-by-side performance. Noah Taylor, arranger and composer of the West Point Band, joins as the band performs several of his works honoring the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army on June 14. The program will include a special guest soloist you will want to hear and won’t soon forget! RSVPs are full. Contact the Concierge if you would like to be added to the waitlist.
Every Wednesday 7:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
The Elmhurst Farmers Market is one of Elmhurst’s great local markets and a family- friendly must-do event, popular with locals and visitors alike. Enjoy boutique style shopping every Wednesday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. from June to October in the parking lot of Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church located at 149 W. Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst, IL. You can also follow the Elmhurst Farmers Market on Facebook for regular updates on each week’s event! For a list of Produce you can expect to find, stop by the Concierge desk to pick up a full calendar of the Chicago Area Harvest guide. The guide will tell you what types of fruits and vegetables grow at what times. Life Enrichment will arrange for a bus to shuttle residents a couple of times a month if they are unable to walk. Please view your monthly activity calendar for those dates and make sure to RSVP with the Concierge for those trips. Docent Presentation of the CSO Open Rehearsal Thursday, June 12 11:00 a.m., Community Room Join Sherry Richards and Judy Hays as we preview the musical selections before our open rehearsal trip to the Symphony Center. This educational and informative session is open to both
Australian Dining Shuffle: Delights From the Land Down Under
Thursday, June 12 Dining Hours, Dining Room
Save the date for this month’s dining shuffle! An invite will be placed in your cubby a week before the Shuffle so that you can choose your dining time. You will be seated randomly with Park Place neighbors for dinner. It is a great way to meet new people or get acquainted with old friends. Today is about celebrating the cuisine from ‘the land down under’. We are stoked to taste what Chef Pearse and his team will serve tonight.
those attending the Rehearsal later this month and those unable to attend.
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Residents Council Friday, June 13 2:00 p.m., Community Room Listen to how your Park Place Resident Council Committees work for you. All residents are encouraged to attend. Welcome Reception Friday, June 13 3:00 p.m., Bistro Please welcome the new residents of Park Place. Wine, soft drinks, and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Park Place Book Discussion
Father’s Day Brunch Sunday, June 15 Enjoy Father’s Day with your family and guests! Seating times are as follows:
• 11:00 am • 11:30 am Where to make reservations: • 12:15 pm • 12:45 pm
Reservations are not required, but if you still wish to make reservations, please call the Dining Room’s extension at 10010. Max capacity per seating: 50 people
Max capacity per table: We can accommodate up to 10 people per table.
The Indigo Girl By Natasha Boyd Saturday, June 14 3:00 p.m., Private Dining Room
Park Place Train Runs: Celebrate Dad Sunday, June 15 12:30 p.m., Creation Studio Join the Park Place rail fans and join Dad aboard for the day as Grayson Haller and Carole Zimmer run the trains in the Creation Studio on Father’s Day. Friends and family are welcome. Future train run dates are to be determined. Men’s Luncheon Tuesday, June 17 12:00 p.m., Dining Room Men of Park Place, you are all invited to a complimentary lunch in our Dining Room along with a Root Beer Float in honor of National Root Beer Day! Please RSVP with the Concierge by Monday, June 16
Based on historical documents, including Eliza’s letters, this is a historical fiction account of how a teenage girl produced indigo dye, which became one of the most significant exports out of South Carolina. This export laid the foundation for the incredible wealth of several Southern families who still live today. Although largely overlooked by historians, Eliza Lucas’s accomplishments influenced the course of US history. When she passed away in 1793, President George Washington served as a pallbearer at her funeral. This book is set between
1739 and 1744, with romance, intrigue, forbidden friendships, and political and financial threats weaving together to form the story of a
remarkable young woman whose actions were before their time: the story of the indigo girl.
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Open Rehearsal Wednesday, June 18 11:45 a.m., Main Entrance
Curiosity University: The American Revolution (Rescheduled) Friday, June 20 1:00 p.m., Community Room The American Revolution is this country’s founding moment. It marks the birth of a nation committed to the promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This talk, presented by Dr. Richard Bell, Professor of History at the University of
We invite you to the last Chicago Symphony Orchestra open rehearsal for
the 2024- 25 season. Some pieces you will hear during the rehearsal at Symphony Hall will be performed by: y Marianne Crebassa, Vocal Soloist y John Osborn, Vocal Soloist y Ildebrando D'Arcangelo, Vocal Soloist y Elena Guseva, Vocal Soloist y Verdi, Requiem Mass All will be conducted by Ricardo Muti. Tickets are complimentary; the only cost will be the transportation fees shared between residents and Life Enrichment. We also recommend you bring snacks for the bus ride and/or intermission. We also recommend a sweater or dressing in layers as Orchestra Hall can be a bit chilly. RSVP with the Concierge. We have four tickets left.
Maryland, focuses on everything you might not have learned about this great struggle for independence in high school or college.
Join Michael Harrington in the Community Room as he presents this rescheduled event. All are invited to attend. The Longest Day Friday, June 20 The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. The Longest Day participants fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s and all other dementia through a fundraising activity of their choice on a day that works for them. With sports tournaments, card games, parties, baking, and more, participants raise funds to advance the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. Today, we encourage you all to wear purple to show support for Alzheimer’s Awareness. Our upcoming Alzheimer’s Walk here at Park Place this coming September, which Park Place residents can participate in together. Here at Park Place, we have our Alzheimer’s Support Group for caregivers who care for someone with Alzheimer’s, which meets on the second Thursday of each month at 9:00 a.m. in our Private Dining Room. If you would like more information on these group meetings, please contact Ann Knutson at (630) 478-9220 or Cathy Shea at (630) 478-9266.
Birthday Luncheon Thursday, June 19 12:00 p.m., Dining Room
Today, you deserve a celebration for all the joy you bring into the world. There are many precious things in life, but few are as special as you! We invite those with a June birthday to lunch in our Dining Room as we celebrate and wish you all a
Happy Birthday. RSVP with the Concierge by Friday, June 13.
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Sing-along With Friends: In the Gilead Garden Friday, June 20 2:00 p.m., Creation Studio To help raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and other forms of Dementia, join us for an afternoon with some friends who have transitioned to Memory Support here at Park Place. Life Enrichment has coordinated this event with Lisa Targonski-Cisneros, Memory Care Coordinator for Gilead. Today, we will bring over a small group of Independent Residents. We hope those who join us today will encourage others to arrange a visit to spend time with a friend in the Gilead Garden this summer. We will meet in the Creation Studio, then walk over to visit our friends in the Gilead Garden and join them for a sing-along as we enjoy the first summer day. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved indoors to the Gilead Living Room. Kindly RSVP to Stephanie at ext. 10038 by Wednesday, June 18. There is space for 10 IL residents to attend this event.
National Hydration Day Monday, June 23 Hydration is crucial for elderly individuals to
maintain overall health and well-being, as dehydration can lead to serious health complications. The body needs water for various functions, and as we age, certain factors increase the risk of dehydration, including decreased thirst sensation, reduced kidney function, and potential medication side effects. Here is a more detailed look at why hydration is important for older people: y Water is essential for bodily functions, including transporting nutrients and oxygen, regulating the body’s temperature, and flushing out waste. y There is an increased risk of dehydration because the sense of thirst can diminish with age, making it harder for older adults to recognize when they need to drink. y Kidney function can decline with age, affecting the body’s ability to concentrate urine and retain water. y Some consequences of dehydration in older adults can affect their physical, cognitive, emotional, and health complications, leading to increased risk of falls, infections, and hospitalizations. There are many tips for staying hydrated, such as setting an alarm throughout the day to remind yourself to drink water. You can also bring a water bottle to events like movie nights, shopping, and while walking outdoors. It is also recommended to limit caffeine and alcohol intake, as they can increase fluid loss. You should also seek guidance from your doctor if you have questions or concerns about hydration or are experiencing symptoms of dehydration.
Opera at the Met: Cosi Fan Tutte Saturday, June 21 1:00 p.m., Community Room
Join fellow residents for an Opera in the Community Room this afternoon. In Mozart’s comic
masterpiece, sisters Fiordiligi and Dorabella enjoy a holiday in Coney Island with their fiancés, Ferrando and Guglielmo. However, the fairground is a place where anything can happen, and its manipulative master, Don Alfonso, has a game to play with the lovers. Premiere: Vienna, Court Theater, 1790.
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Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World Exhibit
Nature Walk at Graue Mill Thursday, June 26 10:30 a.m., Main Entrance Join fellow residents for a Nature Walk through Fullersburg Woods at Graue Mill. We will disembark the Bus at the Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center, where we will meet our Park Ranger, Dave Andrusyk, who will lead us on a docent-led Nature Walk. From the Education Center, we will walk to the North Island Bridge and back, which will be between ¾ – 1 mile. The Walk will remain on level flat ground and have benches along the way. On this informative nature walk, you will learn about native Birds local to the DuPage County area, the flowers in bloom, and enjoy picturesque views of Salt Creek. This outing involves moderate walking, with benches along the Trail. Please RSVP with the Concierge by Tuesday, June 24. Tickets are $5 each, and we have 12 available. Life Enrichment Committee Meeting Thursday, June 26 3:00 p.m., Creation Studio The Life Enrichment Committee will meet this afternoon. Please contact the Committee Chair, Carol Swearingen, if there is anything you would like her to address with the Committee.
at the MAC Tuesday, June 24 1:30 p.m., Main Entrance
The “Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World” exhibition authentically brings 17th-century Japan to life through meticulously crafted recreations, immersive experiences, hands-on activities, and historical exhibits. Visitors will be transported to a time when Edo (now Tokyo) flourished under shogunate rule as Japan’s cultural and economic heart, embracing the arts, nature, and leisurely pursuits.
The multi-faceted experience centers around the world- class presentation of a 70-piece collection making
its U.S. debut, featured as “Museum Galleries – Chiossone Collection” in the exhibition. The collection features 53 paintings and woodblock prints by the masters of ukiyo-e, including original works by Hokusai, Hiroshige, and their contemporaries, and 17 handcrafted objects. RSVP with the Concierge by Thursday, June 19. Tickets are $12 each, and we have 13 available.
Japanese Ink Scrolls Workshop Wednesday, June 25 1:30 p.m., Creation Studio Join us this afternoon, where we will create Japanese ink
paintings in honor of the Hokusai: The Floating World Exhibit at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art at the College of DuPage, coming this summer. Using black ink, watercolors, and washi paper, we will explore the beauty of simple brushstrokes and the interplay between ink and paper. No experience is necessary! RSVP with the Concierge by Friday, June 20, as we need to know the amount of materials required for the class.
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variety of shrubs and flower plantings change with the seasons. Our property is open to the
Trip to Elmhurst Public Library Friday, June 27 1:30 p.m., Main Entrance This afternoon, take a trip to the library. On Friday afternoons, the Library shows a featured film. You can also browse books by your favorite author and enjoy a cup of coffee in the Brewpoint Cafe (at your expense). If you are interested
community at all times. Using the Arbor Walk Trivia Quiz sheet, find the names of the 15 trees posted around the East side of the campus. Quizzes can be picked up in the
fitness center starting June 2. Once your quiz is finished, you may turn it into the fitness center for a small, sweet reward. Quizzes will need to be turned in by June 30. *Park Place has 28 tree varieties. For this challenge, we are avoiding the West side of the building since the patio project has begun.. For any questions, please contact our Fitness Specialist, Kayla Siharath, at (630) 936-4520 or dial extension 10020.
in becoming a member of the Elmhurst Library, please bring a valid Illinois ID showing
your name and current Elmhurst address. If you do not have an ID, please bring a bill with your name and current Elmhurst address. RVSP with the Concierge by Thursday, June 26.
Brunch Bunch: Buttermilk Café Monday, June 30 11:00 a.m., Main Entrance
A Message from Chaplain Gerry Bible Study
Tuesdays: Community Room at 10:45 a.m. June 3: To take place in the Club Room The Bible and Atheism June 10: The Bible and the Nation of Islam June 17: The Bible and Islam June 24: The Bible and Mormonism Worship Services Thursdays: Community Room at 2:00 p.m. June 5: Communion Service “When You Have Drifted Away from God” June 12: “Suffering: Why Me, God?” June 19: "Lessons at the Potter’s House” June 26: “Why Did This Happen to Me?”
Join us for a delightful breakfast or lunch at this newly opened location in Downers Grove. Their eclectic and varied menu is sure to please you! Please RSVP to the concierge by Friday, June 27. Park Place of Elmhurst Arbor Walk: Outdoor Trivia Challenge The mission of Park Place of Elmhurst Arboretum is to support an attractive setting where residents and the greater community can enjoy the beauty of our attractive landscape and experience the healthful benefits of the natural environment. Our property consists of 12 acres and has over 150 trees on our beautiful campus. Twenty- eight tree varieties are labeled. In addition, a
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Park Place Announcements
Mark your Calendar! Portrait Sessions July 16- July 19, 2025 Universal Directories will be on site for Portrait Sessions July 16- July 19, 2025 This event is designed to capture the current residents and leadership for a professional directory that will be available in the fall of 2025. Family and friends will be welcomed for additional photos during each photo session. Many families take this opportunity to get an up-to-date family photo, photos for Christmas cards, or professional headshots. All residents will receive a complimentary 8x10 for participating in the photo directory event. You will receive more information in your cubby regarding registration for this event and ways to get ready as you prepare for your professional photography session.
The Park Place family extends heartfelt June birthday greetings to all of our residents celebrating this month!
Flag Day June 14 th
Remember to display your United States in honor of
National Flag Day.
Sunday, June 15th
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Hallmark of Caring
A Special Day to Honor Outstanding Park Place of Elmhurst Team Members We encourage clients, residents, families, and staff to submit nominations for a staff member whose commitment, courage, and character truly make a difference. VOTING BEGINS ON MONDAY, JUNE 9 TH PICK UP A BALLOT FROM THE PARK PLACE OF ELMHURST OFFICE OR VOTE BY EMAIL: hallmarkofcaring@provlife.com
Return ballots to the Park Place of Elmhurst Office by MONDAY, JUNE 23, 2025
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