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Huntington’s Disease can take away your voice.
The Huntington’s Disease Society of America describes
Huntington’s Disease (HD) as, “a fatal genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain . . . Many describe the symptoms of HD as having ALS, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s – simultane ously.”
Pauline Helsel, was one of the longest surviving people with HD. She was cared for by Foss staff during a time when she could no longer speak more than a few words. In hopes of finding a cure, Pauline and her family made arrangements to have her brain donated to science so that researchers could understand more about this disease. greatest gifts has been his sense of humor. He loves to laugh and play practical jokes. He has always been an avid reader. Now his nephew Lewis visits him on the weekends and will read stories to him. Karen and Mar vin use Skype to visit with their children and grandchil dren who live far away.
Marvin’s wife, Karen, is his advocate, “I had felt that my job, and here at Foss it’s still the same, is to speak for Marvin because he doesn’t speak for himself.”
Karen helps the Foss staff understand his preferences and needs. She helps them identify his unique facial expressions – whether it’s his sad face, the twinkle in his eye when he’s happy or his silent laughter.
Pauline’s son, Marvin Helsel Jr., also has this disease and is currently living at Foss. One of Marvin’s
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1. Pauline Helsel, Karen and Marvin Helsel Jr. and Mark Helsel.
2. Mark Helsel and his son Lewis visiting at Foss.
3. Karen and Marvin in the Foss courtyard.
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David Crouch, President & CEO
Last year, at the LeadingAge annual convention in Nashville, Tennessee, our senior team was inspired by an “As I Age…” art mural. This mural was an adaptation of art installations by Candy
Chang whose 500 murals are sparking conversations in 70 countries.
I’m pleased to announce that Foss has installed a giant chalkboard on the corner of 130th and
Greenwood to engage the public in a discussion about how each of us would like to age. I would like to invite you to swing by, grab a piece of chalk and add your voice to the “As I Age...” conversation.
Over 130 of our employees have worked at Foss for 10 or more years. This means staff members get to know our residents, discover how each of them would like to age and then provide health services and activities to support their wishes. Residents share preferences with us through
Resident Council meetings and in one-to-one conversations. Family members advocate for their loved ones who can no longer speak, helping us know how to care for them.
One thing is clear: community is an essential part of aging well. Come be a part of the
Foss community.
Write on our art
Become a Foss volunteer. Follow us on Facebook. Make a financial gift in honor of an older adult. mural. Attend our
Farmers Market.
Make it a priority to share with others how you would like to age.
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6th Annual Foss
Saturday, August 29, 2015
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Between 800-1,000 guests are anticipated to visit the Foss Farmers Market. There will be live music, fresh produce for purchase and handcrafted items for sale. Join us for this annual event on the Foss Village courtyard - just off N.
130th Street and 1st Avenue N.W. Should you wish to make a purchase, please come prepared to pay with cash or check.
MARKET OPPORTUNITIES:
• Artisan Vendors: Do you make one-of-a-kind art, crafts or gifts? Registration forms available at www.fosscare.org/News-Events/Events.
• Local Businesses: Get your name out to the Broadview neighborhood and host a carnival style booth. Contact Foss Outreach at (206) 834-2581 for sponsorship information.
• STORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES SEPARATELY.
Many fruits release ethylene gas (the ripening agent) which can cause other foods to spoil and change the flavor of the more sensitive greens.
• DON’T REFRIGERATE EVERYTHING.
Basil and tomatoes maintain optimum freshness by staying out of the cold. Non-cherry stone fruits, apples, pears, avocados, mangoes and melons can continue to ripen on the countertop. However, some items like bell peppers, grapes and berries can deteriorate quickly and would benefit from refrigeration.
• USE YOUR MOST PERISHABLE PRODUCE FIRST.
Save the hardier vegetables for later in the week. Also, if some of your vegetables are looking slightly wilted, consider throwing them together in a stir-fry.
• BAG UP YOUR PRODUCE.
It’s not a good idea to store produce directly in the refrigerator. Take any twistties off the bags and loosen up the vegetables so they are not bunched together. You can even poke a few holes in the bag to help with circulation. This will prevent veggies from rotting.
Growing Gracefully is a publication of Foss Home and Village, a not-for-profit organization which promotes living with dignity for older adults. For information about our services please call (206) 364-1300 or see our website at www.fosscare.org. Questions, comments and suggestions for this newsletter can be directed to Foss Outreach at emullins@fosscare.org or (206) 834-2581.
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The Independent
You prefer tasks that you can do primarily alone.
You like projects with a clear beginning and end.
The Socialite
You love visiting with people whether it’s oneto-one or in a group. You enjoy learning about a person’s life history and making people smile.
The Talent
You have the gift of music, art, or public speaking that you’d be happy to share. You have a fur-baby that you’d love to show-off.
The Go-Getter
You want to volunteer every week!
The Steadfast
You want to volunteer each month or at least annually.
The Groupie
You prefer to volunteer with a group of your friends or on a team.
SOME CURRENT NEEDS:
• We can use people to help with Friday Socials from 1:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
• We need volunteers to interview residents about their music history for the MUSIC & MEMORY SM program.
• We want early risers who can help setup at the Farmers Market from 7:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2015.
Sign up today by contacting Ruth Caple at (206) 834-2586 or rcaple@fosscare.org.
Last fall Foss became a MUSIC & MEMORY SM
Certified Care Facility. The hope was that some residents, who for a variety of reasons aren’t always able to fully participate in other activities, would benefit from a personal music playlist. Unique playlists for each person based on her favorite songs, genres and artists were developed by our staff. The hope is that the music would elicit wonderful memories and good feelings of the past.
Residents are enjoying their music playlists so much, that staff are having a hard time convincing residents to let them charge the iPods so that more music can be enjoyed later!
Lois is one resident to whom the MUSIC &
MEMORY SM program has brought joy. Lois comes from a musical family. Two of Lois’ older sisters would call up the phone operator, tell her to get the whole town on the line and they would give the town a phone concert. She played the organ and the piano. She also sang Opera. Her voice teacher wanted her to try out for the San Francisco Opera
Company, but Lois had other plans. She became an architectural drafter for the City of Seattle.
Lois typically listens to her playlist about once a day and finds it relaxing. On her iPod she has opera, piano, symphony and classical music.
Thank you to everyone who donated iPod Shuffles, iTunes gift cards and CDs to help make this project a success. For more information about the program please visit www.musicandmemory.
org. Please contact Nancy Mohrman with questions or donations at (206) 364-1300 ext. 523 or nmohrman@fosscare.org.

Orange cinnamon croissant bread pudding with a side of crispy bacon was the yummy meal enjoyed by the nearly
200 guests who attended the Foss annual
Spring Brunch held at the Lynnwood
Convention Center. Libby Wagner was an artful storyteller weaving purpose and poetry into a beautiful blend. She inspired attendees with her message on finding your true voice, while also conveying the importance of Foss Home and Village’s mission with her eloquent and gracious language.
Guests added their voice to the
“As I Age...” prompt through an inspiring collection of mini chalkboards. All of the net proceeds from this event will support the Foss Extra Touch which is our commitment to personalized quality, comfort and innovation in aging services regardless of individual financial circumstances or limited government funding.
If you were not able to attend, but would still like to make a gift to support the Foss Extra Touch, you can visit our website to make a donation online at www.fosscare.org. We would like to express our deep appreciation for all the donors, sponsors, volunteers, attendees and staff who helped make this special event possible.
Thank you to our Collaborator Sponsor: Heritage Bank
As I Age . . .
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