22 Greenway Drive, Vernon, VT 05354

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

NON-PROFITU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDVERNON, VT 05354

PERMIT NO. 1

FALL 2014

The senior years: Time for creativityNot only do our brains naturally increase in their capacity for creativity as we age; creative activity helps to deepen that capacity, drawing on the learning and experiences that we have accumulated over the years.

Psychologists have observed parallels between the distracted, more broadly focused and less inhibited brains of elders and the creative brains of artists of all ages. They found that both brains have a knack for synthesizing diverse stored knowledge and experience to solve problems. Another similarity between elders and artists is their general willingness to speak their minds and act regardless of social pressures. All good stuff when it comes to creative self-expression.

Say “creativity” and you probably think of the arts: music, writing, painting, photography… But given the right passion and intent, anything can become an art form, whether it involves playing chess, solving crossword puzzles, creating hand-made greeting cards or knitting sweaters.

Seniors can and should find their particular form of expression and develop it for more than reasons of self-fulfillment. Think how important a sense of purpose is for anyone. In younger years, many people find it in careers, running a household and raising kids. Once those major responsibilities are in the rear-view mirror, creative endeavors and the tangible pieces of work that result do more than fill a void – they provide a new direction and purpose.

Creative activity is inherently engaging. It is “doing” requiring attention, imagination and focused mind/body action. It contributes to mental, emotional and physical health by helping us grow in mind and spirit and connect to a sense of competence.

Health benefits include sharpening cognitive abilities, building positive attitudes, and strengthening hand-eye coordination and overall dexterity. This is one way to age well.

Creativity covers a lot of ground. In addition to the visual, music and writing arts, there are hundreds of craft-type pursuits that can be every bit as satisfying to engage in. What about creating a life-story book populated with a lifetime of photos? Hand-made clay pots? Decorative candles? Knitted wall hangings? The important thing is to identify an interest and develop it.

For inspiration, consider some of those who did great work in later years:

• Guitarist Les Paul had a steady weekly gig at the Iridium club in New York right up until his death at age 94

• American screenwriter Millard Kaufman became a novelist for the first time at age 90 with Bowl of Cherries

• Grandma Moses took up painting in her late 70s and produced work until her death at 101

• Benjamin Franklin invented the bifocal lens at age 78

• Architect Frank Lloyd Wright was 92 when he finished his design of New York’s Guggenheim Museum

• Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi wrote his opera Falstaff when 85 years old

The take-away from these examples is that creativity can flourish at any age. It is its own reward, and even the means to speak to those who come after us. There are few better ways to carry messages, lessons or ideas forward than investing yourself in a creative work.

continued on page 5

The senior years: Time for creativity continued from page 1

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A Gift Annuity is a popular way for you to leave a lasting legacy for future residents of ACRC while also providing you or a loved one with fixed income for life and potential tax benefits.

Gift Annuities can also be tailored and funded according to various options. What remains constant, however, are the guaranteed lifetime payments – as well as the impact your gift will have on the lives of those we serve.

The table illustrates sample rates of return according to your age.

For a personalized illustration including rates and tax benefits, call us at

1-802-257-2389

Give and receive at the same time...

This ad is purely informational. Neither ACRC nor any of its representatives engage in tax or legal advice, which should be sought from a professional. Rates for new contracts may change during the year, so call or write to confirm the most current rates.

Your Age Annual Return60 4.4%65 4.7%70 5.1%75 5.8%80 6.8%85 7.8%90 9.0%

Source: American Council on Gift Annuities.

Excellence in ActionFor the second year in a row, Vernon Green Nursing Home has won the national “Excellence in Action” award, presented by the National Research Corporation.

This year the honor recognized 547 long-term care and senior living organizations that achieved the highest level of excellence, based on resident or employee satisfaction scores that fell within the top 10 percent of their database.

Congratulations to Executive Director Brad Ellis and his team in Vernon!

Mr. and Mrs. Bob KenneyVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Leon Lombard Arlington, MA

Ms. Anita MancoBrattleboro, VTIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Mrs. Judith Marston Vernon, VT

Ms. Phyllis Nichols Worcester, MA

Mr. John NorthW. Brattleboro, VT

Mrs. Phyllis Patten Damariscotta, MEIn memory of Ethel Ingram

Mr. John Ricci Putney, VT

Mr. and Mrs. Robert RoundsBrattleboro, VT

Mrs. June Rybicki Arcadia, CA

Mr. Ernest Schoenfeld Bristol, CT

Mrs. Carolyn Sims Stevenson, AL

Mr. and Mrs. David SmithMerrimack, NHIn memory of Harold Manley

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Tortolani Brattleboro, VT

Rev. and Mrs. Irvin Verrill Live Oak, FL

W. H. & F. M. S. Clovis, NM

Rev. and Mrs. Ronald Walton Hollis Center, ME

Witty Funeral HomeOrange, MAIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Rev. and Mrs. Donald Wrigley Dowling Park, FLIn memory of Rosa Horne

Mr. Merrill YeawWest Chesterfield, NHIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Young El Centro, CA

In September we held a celebration in honor of Pat Holmes, who retired that month from her role as Executive Director at Meetinghouse Village.

Pat’s eight years of leadership at MV were marked by significant gains in community relations, resident satisfaction and program development – all fostered through her personal warmth and professional standards.

At the celebration, many spoke in tribute of Pat – from residents to co-workers to board members.

Pat has been succeeded by Larry Knowles, pictured with her in the accompanying photo. Larry will be serving as Executive Director at MV while continuing to represent ACRC in public relations and outreach.

We wish Pat all the best in this next, important chapter of her life.

2

Advent Christian Church Crouseville, ME

Advent Christian Church (Sunshine) Deer Isle, ME

Advent Christian Church (Hope Community)Dover, NH

Advent Christian Church Haverhill, MA

Advent Christian Church Island Pond, VT

Advent Christian Women’s Fellowship Aurora, IL

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Andrews Zephyrhills, FL

Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Babcock Bloomfield, CT

Mr. and Mrs. Jack BaldwinSpofford, NHIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. David Balon Vernon, CT

Mr. Edward Batchelor Lutz, FLIn memory of Percy and Naomi Batchelor and Fred and Clara Ackerman

Mr. and Mrs. Robert BlumGuilford, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. Arthur ButlerSouthborough, MAIn memory of Shirley Eddy

Mrs. Rosabelle Carpenter Rockbridge, OH

Ms. Betty ChamberlinVernon, VT

Mr. Phillip Chapman Brattleboro, VT

Ms. Janice ChaseVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Clark Cole Dayton, ME

Mr. Charles ConnellTorrington, CT

Mrs. Joan Cooper Pittsfield, MA

Mr. and Mrs. David Corey Brattleboro, VTIn memory of Rose Corey and Robert Olifiers

Dr. David Dean Live Oak, FL

Mrs. Doris Dearborn Mr. David DearbornBrattleboro, VTIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Mrs. Jeannette FletcherVernon, CT

Rev. William Flewelling Rowley, MA

Mrs. Joanne Garner Dubuque, IAIn memory of Carlyle and Lilian Roberts

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence GocheyBellows Falls, VT

Ms. Mary GodfreyVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mrs. Millie GriswoldLive Oak, FLIn memory of John (Jack) Gallagher

Mrs. Charlotte Hall Vernon, VTIn memory of Rev. Winslow Hall

Ms. Mona HallNorthfield, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Ms. Shirley HamiltonDover, NH

Mr. and Mrs. Crosby HatchOtisfield, ME

Mr. and Mrs. Richard HealyLitchfield, CT

Mr. and Mrs. Richard HowlandSouthampton, MAIn honor of Larry Knowles

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert IngramWorcester, MA

Mr. and Mrs. Norb Johnston Brattleboro, VT

Mrs. Sharon Jones Palm Harbor, FL

Donors to the Annual FundAs of October 3, 2014

Comings and goings…

3 4

IndIcates member of the barnabas cIrcle

For more information on joining this group of friends, please

contact us at:

Advent Christian Retirement Communities

22 Greenway DriveVernon, VT 05354

Mr. and Mrs. Bob KenneyVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Leon Lombard Arlington, MA

Ms. Anita MancoBrattleboro, VTIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Mrs. Judith Marston Vernon, VT

Ms. Phyllis Nichols Worcester, MA

Mr. John NorthW. Brattleboro, VT

Mrs. Phyllis Patten Damariscotta, MEIn memory of Ethel Ingram

Mr. John Ricci Putney, VT

Mr. and Mrs. Robert RoundsBrattleboro, VT

Mrs. June Rybicki Arcadia, CA

Mr. Ernest Schoenfeld Bristol, CT

Mrs. Carolyn Sims Stevenson, AL

Mr. and Mrs. David SmithMerrimack, NHIn memory of Harold Manley

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Tortolani Brattleboro, VT

Rev. and Mrs. Irvin Verrill Live Oak, FL

W. H. & F. M. S. Clovis, NM

Rev. and Mrs. Ronald Walton Hollis Center, ME

Witty Funeral HomeOrange, MAIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Rev. and Mrs. Donald Wrigley Dowling Park, FLIn memory of Rosa Horne

Mr. Merrill YeawWest Chesterfield, NHIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Young El Centro, CA

In September we held a celebration in honor of Pat Holmes, who retired that month from her role as Executive Director at Meetinghouse Village.

Pat’s eight years of leadership at MV were marked by significant gains in community relations, resident satisfaction and program development – all fostered through her personal warmth and professional standards.

At the celebration, many spoke in tribute of Pat – from residents to co-workers to board members.

Pat has been succeeded by Larry Knowles, pictured with her in the accompanying photo. Larry will be serving as Executive Director at MV while continuing to represent ACRC in public relations and outreach.

We wish Pat all the best in this next, important chapter of her life.

2

Advent Christian Church Crouseville, ME

Advent Christian Church (Sunshine) Deer Isle, ME

Advent Christian Church (Hope Community)Dover, NH

Advent Christian Church Haverhill, MA

Advent Christian Church Island Pond, VT

Advent Christian Women’s Fellowship Aurora, IL

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Andrews Zephyrhills, FL

Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Babcock Bloomfield, CT

Mr. and Mrs. Jack BaldwinSpofford, NHIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. David Balon Vernon, CT

Mr. Edward Batchelor Lutz, FLIn memory of Percy and Naomi Batchelor and Fred and Clara Ackerman

Mr. and Mrs. Robert BlumGuilford, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. Arthur ButlerSouthborough, MAIn memory of Shirley Eddy

Mrs. Rosabelle Carpenter Rockbridge, OH

Ms. Betty ChamberlinVernon, VT

Mr. Phillip Chapman Brattleboro, VT

Ms. Janice ChaseVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Clark Cole Dayton, ME

Mr. Charles ConnellTorrington, CT

Mrs. Joan Cooper Pittsfield, MA

Mr. and Mrs. David Corey Brattleboro, VTIn memory of Rose Corey and Robert Olifiers

Dr. David Dean Live Oak, FL

Mrs. Doris Dearborn Mr. David DearbornBrattleboro, VTIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Mrs. Jeannette FletcherVernon, CT

Rev. William Flewelling Rowley, MA

Mrs. Joanne Garner Dubuque, IAIn memory of Carlyle and Lilian Roberts

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence GocheyBellows Falls, VT

Ms. Mary GodfreyVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mrs. Millie GriswoldLive Oak, FLIn memory of John (Jack) Gallagher

Mrs. Charlotte Hall Vernon, VTIn memory of Rev. Winslow Hall

Ms. Mona HallNorthfield, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Ms. Shirley HamiltonDover, NH

Mr. and Mrs. Crosby HatchOtisfield, ME

Mr. and Mrs. Richard HealyLitchfield, CT

Mr. and Mrs. Richard HowlandSouthampton, MAIn honor of Larry Knowles

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert IngramWorcester, MA

Mr. and Mrs. Norb Johnston Brattleboro, VT

Mrs. Sharon Jones Palm Harbor, FL

Donors to the Annual FundAs of October 3, 2014

Comings and goings…

3 4

IndIcates member of the barnabas cIrcle

For more information on joining this group of friends, please

contact us at:

Advent Christian Retirement Communities

22 Greenway DriveVernon, VT 05354

Mr. and Mrs. Bob KenneyVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Leon Lombard Arlington, MA

Ms. Anita MancoBrattleboro, VTIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Mrs. Judith Marston Vernon, VT

Ms. Phyllis Nichols Worcester, MA

Mr. John NorthW. Brattleboro, VT

Mrs. Phyllis Patten Damariscotta, MEIn memory of Ethel Ingram

Mr. John Ricci Putney, VT

Mr. and Mrs. Robert RoundsBrattleboro, VT

Mrs. June Rybicki Arcadia, CA

Mr. Ernest Schoenfeld Bristol, CT

Mrs. Carolyn Sims Stevenson, AL

Mr. and Mrs. David SmithMerrimack, NHIn memory of Harold Manley

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Tortolani Brattleboro, VT

Rev. and Mrs. Irvin Verrill Live Oak, FL

W. H. & F. M. S. Clovis, NM

Rev. and Mrs. Ronald Walton Hollis Center, ME

Witty Funeral HomeOrange, MAIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Rev. and Mrs. Donald Wrigley Dowling Park, FLIn memory of Rosa Horne

Mr. Merrill YeawWest Chesterfield, NHIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Young El Centro, CA

In September we held a celebration in honor of Pat Holmes, who retired that month from her role as Executive Director at Meetinghouse Village.

Pat’s eight years of leadership at MV were marked by significant gains in community relations, resident satisfaction and program development – all fostered through her personal warmth and professional standards.

At the celebration, many spoke in tribute of Pat – from residents to co-workers to board members.

Pat has been succeeded by Larry Knowles, pictured with her in the accompanying photo. Larry will be serving as Executive Director at MV while continuing to represent ACRC in public relations and outreach.

We wish Pat all the best in this next, important chapter of her life.

2

Advent Christian Church Crouseville, ME

Advent Christian Church (Sunshine) Deer Isle, ME

Advent Christian Church (Hope Community)Dover, NH

Advent Christian Church Haverhill, MA

Advent Christian Church Island Pond, VT

Advent Christian Women’s Fellowship Aurora, IL

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Andrews Zephyrhills, FL

Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Babcock Bloomfield, CT

Mr. and Mrs. Jack BaldwinSpofford, NHIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. David Balon Vernon, CT

Mr. Edward Batchelor Lutz, FLIn memory of Percy and Naomi Batchelor and Fred and Clara Ackerman

Mr. and Mrs. Robert BlumGuilford, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. Arthur ButlerSouthborough, MAIn memory of Shirley Eddy

Mrs. Rosabelle Carpenter Rockbridge, OH

Ms. Betty ChamberlinVernon, VT

Mr. Phillip Chapman Brattleboro, VT

Ms. Janice ChaseVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mr. and Mrs. Clark Cole Dayton, ME

Mr. Charles ConnellTorrington, CT

Mrs. Joan Cooper Pittsfield, MA

Mr. and Mrs. David Corey Brattleboro, VTIn memory of Rose Corey and Robert Olifiers

Dr. David Dean Live Oak, FL

Mrs. Doris Dearborn Mr. David DearbornBrattleboro, VTIn memory of Michael Atamaniuk

Mrs. Jeannette FletcherVernon, CT

Rev. William Flewelling Rowley, MA

Mrs. Joanne Garner Dubuque, IAIn memory of Carlyle and Lilian Roberts

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence GocheyBellows Falls, VT

Ms. Mary GodfreyVernon, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Mrs. Millie GriswoldLive Oak, FLIn memory of John (Jack) Gallagher

Mrs. Charlotte Hall Vernon, VTIn memory of Rev. Winslow Hall

Ms. Mona HallNorthfield, VTIn memory of Rena Hall

Ms. Shirley HamiltonDover, NH

Mr. and Mrs. Crosby HatchOtisfield, ME

Mr. and Mrs. Richard HealyLitchfield, CT

Mr. and Mrs. Richard HowlandSouthampton, MAIn honor of Larry Knowles

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert IngramWorcester, MA

Mr. and Mrs. Norb Johnston Brattleboro, VT

Mrs. Sharon Jones Palm Harbor, FL

Donors to the Annual FundAs of October 3, 2014

Comings and goings…

3 4

IndIcates member of the barnabas cIrcle

For more information on joining this group of friends, please

contact us at:

Advent Christian Retirement Communities

22 Greenway DriveVernon, VT 05354

22 Greenway Drive, Vernon, VT 05354

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

NON-PROFITU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDVERNON, VT 05354

PERMIT NO. 1

FALL 2014

The senior years: Time for creativityNot only do our brains naturally increase in their capacity for creativity as we age; creative activity helps to deepen that capacity, drawing on the learning and experiences that we have accumulated over the years.

Psychologists have observed parallels between the distracted, more broadly focused and less inhibited brains of elders and the creative brains of artists of all ages. They found that both brains have a knack for synthesizing diverse stored knowledge and experience to solve problems. Another similarity between elders and artists is their general willingness to speak their minds and act regardless of social pressures. All good stuff when it comes to creative self-expression.

Say “creativity” and you probably think of the arts: music, writing, painting, photography… But given the right passion and intent, anything can become an art form, whether it involves playing chess, solving crossword puzzles, creating hand-made greeting cards or knitting sweaters.

Seniors can and should find their particular form of expression and develop it for more than reasons of self-fulfillment. Think how important a sense of purpose is for anyone. In younger years, many people find it in careers, running a household and raising kids. Once those major responsibilities are in the rear-view mirror, creative endeavors and the tangible pieces of work that result do more than fill a void – they provide a new direction and purpose.

Creative activity is inherently engaging. It is “doing” requiring attention, imagination and focused mind/body action. It contributes to mental, emotional and physical health by helping us grow in mind and spirit and connect to a sense of competence.

Health benefits include sharpening cognitive abilities, building positive attitudes, and strengthening hand-eye coordination and overall dexterity. This is one way to age well.

Creativity covers a lot of ground. In addition to the visual, music and writing arts, there are hundreds of craft-type pursuits that can be every bit as satisfying to engage in. What about creating a life-story book populated with a lifetime of photos? Hand-made clay pots? Decorative candles? Knitted wall hangings? The important thing is to identify an interest and develop it.

For inspiration, consider some of those who did great work in later years:

• Guitarist Les Paul had a steady weekly gig at the Iridium club in New York right up until his death at age 94

• American screenwriter Millard Kaufman became a novelist for the first time at age 90 with Bowl of Cherries

• Grandma Moses took up painting in her late 70s and produced work until her death at 101

• Benjamin Franklin invented the bifocal lens at age 78

• Architect Frank Lloyd Wright was 92 when he finished his design of New York’s Guggenheim Museum

• Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi wrote his opera Falstaff when 85 years old

The take-away from these examples is that creativity can flourish at any age. It is its own reward, and even the means to speak to those who come after us. There are few better ways to carry messages, lessons or ideas forward than investing yourself in a creative work.

continued on page 5

The senior years: Time for creativity continued from page 1

5

A Gift Annuity is a popular way for you to leave a lasting legacy for future residents of ACRC while also providing you or a loved one with fixed income for life and potential tax benefits.

Gift Annuities can also be tailored and funded according to various options. What remains constant, however, are the guaranteed lifetime payments – as well as the impact your gift will have on the lives of those we serve.

The table illustrates sample rates of return according to your age.

For a personalized illustration including rates and tax benefits, call us at

1-802-257-2389

Give and receive at the same time...

This ad is purely informational. Neither ACRC nor any of its representatives engage in tax or legal advice, which should be sought from a professional. Rates for new contracts may change during the year, so call or write to confirm the most current rates.

Your Age Annual Return60 4.4%65 4.7%70 5.1%75 5.8%80 6.8%85 7.8%90 9.0%

Source: American Council on Gift Annuities.

Excellence in ActionFor the second year in a row, Vernon Green Nursing Home has won the national “Excellence in Action” award, presented by the National Research Corporation.

This year the honor recognized 547 long-term care and senior living organizations that achieved the highest level of excellence, based on resident or employee satisfaction scores that fell within the top 10 percent of their database.

Congratulations to Executive Director Brad Ellis and his team in Vernon!