Heritage Manor News: Happy Grandparent’s Day!

In 1970, a housewife from West Virginia initiated a campaign to set aside a special day for grandparents. Marian McQuade was mother of 15 and grandmother of 40. Her primary motivation was toward the elderly in nursing homes. She also hoped to persuade grandchildren to get wisdom from their grandparents, wisdom that only they could provide. The first Grandparent’s Day celebration was held in 1973 and proclaimed by West Virginia Governor Arch Moore. In 1978, five years after its beginning, the U.S. Congress passed legislation proclaiming the first Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparent’s Day. This legislation was signed by President Jimmy Carter. September was chosen for the holiday to signify the “autumn years” of life. Please remember to call or visit your grandparents today.
The staff of Heritage Manor sends get-well wishes to Mary Tezeno and Earleen Fontenot.
The staff of Heritage Manor extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Virginia Bridges.
The staff of Heritage Manor wishes a Happy Birthday this week to Robert Deville.
Activities this week include parachute fun, happy hour, snack toss, rosary, in-room visits, service by St. John’s Baptist Church, bingo sponsored by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Olympic games, exercise, social reading, mass, Come Lord Jesus group, VFW monthly barbecue and resident birthday party.
Congratulations to Rachel Gallow and Earleen Fontenot for being selected as Employee and Resident of the Month for September. The monthly pride card winner is Chantel Washington.
Cotton Festival will soon be here. We will be selling the t-shirts in the activity department. If you would like to attend the Contradanse or parade, please feel free to call the activity department for more details and information. We strive to keep all community outings and socials happy and encourage resident and family member participation.