Archive for August, 2011

Brownstone BBQ at Lea Hill

Monday, August 29th, 2011

The annual Brownstone BBQ was held on Saturday, August 20th. The residents did all the planning, organizing and setup of the BBQ and potluck. This year’s summer event drew 37 Brownstone condo residents, their family and friends. Photos by Denis Taft

Who let the dogs out?!

Wednesday, August 10th, 2011

That would be the residents and staff of the Wesley Homes Health Center, that’s who! Those frisky pups played with each other and garnered a lot of smiles and laughter. Luckily, no one tripped over the tangled leashes during the dog show.

Wesley Homes’ for people who love life photo/video Contest

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

Summer is finally here, and Wesley Homes would like to know how you are enjoying life in the sun. Send us your best photo or video that you produced, and you could win a $25.00 gift card from Amazon.com. All entries must feature someone who is 60+ years in age. Judging will be based on [...]

Lifting spirits while keeping busy

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

In May 2011, Joplin, MO, was devastated by a tornado with winds of at least 166 MPH. When Ola Mae Crawford, Wesley Homes resident, heard about the tornado that killed 116 people, she wanted to help in the best way she could: by creating art from her heart.

Independence often begins one step at a time

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

When we purchase a home, chances are it’s because we love it. Our home is a symbol of our successes and independence. We spend years enjoying our homes and building them up to meet our ever-growing needs. Then the upkeep of the home becomes too much, and we feel trapped yet we allow the excuses [...]

Lea Hill Garage Sale

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

The Lea Hill campus held their 5th Annual Garage Sale on July 29th and 30th in the garage of Eby Lodge. Check out the photos of a few of the 60 volunteers that organized this popular event. All proceeds from the sale went to the Resident Council to support the needs and activities of Wesley [...]

Recipe of the Month: Wild Rice, Pecan & Cranberry Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

Ingredients 1/2 pound Wild Rice 3/4 cup Dried Cranberries 1/2 cup Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice 1 tablespoon Key Lime Juice 1 teaspoon Red Wine Vinegar 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil