"Sidewalk poured - waiting for warmer weather!"

The sidewalk surrounding Marietta's Place was recently poured so residents and families can enjoy and witness the establishment of the Healing Garden.  This spring, annuals, grass, trees and shrubs will be planted and benches will be secured so that all may enjoy sunshine and the beauty of nature.  This project was in part, funded by the Dubuque Racing Association.   Stay tuned for spring photos that reflect the progress of this community enhanced project.

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"Good Neighbor Home recognizes dedication and service"
At a recent meeting at the Good Neighbor Home, Mert Jasper was
recognized for 22 years of service as a resident advocate.  Resident
advocates are volunteers appointed by the Iowa Ombudsman and visit those
who live at nursing homes at least quarterly.  Resident advocates are
the voices, ears and eyes of the residents and provide valuable feedback
to Administration to make sure all needs are met.
If you have an interest in becoming a resident advocate at the Good
Neighbor Home, please contact the resident advocate chairperson, Joanne
Kramer at 927-2051
Picture below are resident advocates at the Good Neighbor Home (l) to
(r)
Charlie Gaffney, Joanne Kramer, Mert Jasper, Shirley Retz, Milt Kramer
Other GNH resident advocates not pictured include:  Gib Hoffman, Yvonne
Brandt, Sue Morris and Janet Westhoff

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"The winners of the "People's Choice"at the Third Annual Festival of
Trees recently  held at St. Mary's Parish Center and sponsored by the
Good Neighbor Society were Bob, Kary ane Lydia Naeve.  The name of their
tree was "Oh Heavenly Light".  Other winners at the event included :
Most Traditional - Good Neighbor Society. Most Creative:  Kathy Rempe.
More than 20 large trees were decorated with special holiday themes
along with wreaths and snowman available through silent auction.  Nearly
600 people visited the two day event which included the beautiful trees
and wreaths and creative silent auction or rafflle items.  The $1000
money tree was won by Janice Creveling.  The 42 inch tv was won by Holly
Davis, the IPAD was won by Ginger Eilers and the Notebook lap top was
won by Blaise Fangman.  Over $24,450 was raised during the two day
holiday event with all proceeds going to resident projects at the Good
Neighbor Home and The Meadow

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"The Walk to End Alzheimer's" took place on a beautiful Saturday -
October 8th.  Here are some photos of people who participated for a good
cause."

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"The annual Corporate Board of Directors for the Good Neighbor Society
was recently held at the Good Neighbor Home.  Shown are some of the
members who participated in the "Family Feud" contest where fun facts
and figures about the Good Neighbor Society were shared with the group.
We learned that the more bananas were consumed at the Good Neighbor Home
than any other food!  The contestants had lots of fun and members of the
Corporate Board were educated and entertained!  Thanks to those who
participated!"

"Shown are some members of the GNS Corporate Board who attended the
meeting on June 20th at the Good Neighbor Home."

"Shown are more Corporate Board members enjoying the "Family Feud" fun!

     "Outgoing Members - Board of Directors, Good Neighbor Society."

Pictured are the three members whose term of serving as a member of the Board ended in June.

L to R: Tom Hanson, Billie Zumbach (Board President) and Linda Hermes

   "Newly Elected Members - GNS Board of Directors"
At the recent Corporate Board meeting of the Good Neighbor Society, four new members were inducted as participants on the Board of Directors.  They will serve three year terms.

Pictured left to right:  Betty Zumbach, Kris Zebuhr, Marcia Hilbert and Sarah Maurer

Newly Elected Officers  - Good Neighbor Society Board of Directors.

The following were elected as officers for  2011-2012.

From left to right:  Vice President, Don Piegors; Secretary, Janice Loecke, Treasurer, Bob Wendt, and not pictured is President, Lola Galiher

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“Friendship’s Journey”
Bonnie and Kay have been friends as long as they can remember.  The two share time on the couch visiting about their day, what tomorrow will bring and distant memories of days long since past......read more.

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"Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group" is held the second Monday of every month at 5:30 pm in the Chapel at the Good Neighbor Home.

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Good Neighbor Society Expansion Phases

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