June 2024

3rd Annual Summer Food & Resource Rally

StarKist Co., Cornerstones, and Feed the Children Deliver for Fellowship Square!

On June 6th, Fellowship Square was honored to be a part of the 3rd Annual Summer Food and Resource Rally hosted by StarKist Co., Cornerstones, and Feed the Children that delivered hundreds of boxes of shelf-stable foods, personal hygiene products, and protein-rich, easy to eat StarKist tuna and chicken products.

The effort by StarKist Co., Cornerstones, and Feed the Children allowed our nearly 800 residents to enjoy the products. Some residents at Hunters Woods Fellowship House even received a special visit from StarKist Co. Vice President of Marketing, Tom Aslin, and Charlie the Tuna!

“With the Summer Food and Resource Rally – and particularly the donation of easy-to-open, protein-rich tuna and chicken products from StarKist – our seniors in our Fellowship Square communities will get healthy nutritious food that they can easily enjoy,”  said Christy Zeitz, CEO of Fellowship Square.

Fellowship Square and our residents are thankful to have been included in this event and are excited about our partnerships with StarKist Co. and our continued work with Cornerstones.

FAMILIAR FACES; NEW ROLES ON BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kristin Norris Elected President

John Kelly Elected Secretary

Kristin Norris has been elected as the new Fellowship Square board president, succeeding Dan Flavin, who served as president since 2022. Kristin, a Commercial Lender and Vice President at John Marshall Bank, specializes in residential and commercial real estate financing for local builders, developers, and investors.

Following Kristin's new appointment, John Kelly was elected as the board secretary. John is a shareholder at the Arlington law firm Bean, Kinney & Korman. His practice focuses on transactional matters, including representing landlords and tenants in commercial leases, negotiating and closing commercial loans, handling the purchase, sale, and finance of commercial real estate, and assisting small businesses with mergers and acquisitions.

Board Officers Re-Elected

At its most recent board meeting, the Fellowship Square Board of Directors re-elected its slate of officers to serve another term. Congratulations to all who are continuing in these important leadership roles!

Dan Flavin

Member, Fellowship Square Board

Eddie Byrne

Member, Fellowship Square Board

Mark Fleming

Vice President, Fellowship Square Board

Treasurer, Hunters Woods Board

Carl Jenkins

Fellowship Square Board Member

President, Hunters Woods Board

Loneliness for Every Season

Throughout the Summer, many of us have planned vacations, barbeques and cook-outs and other times to be with friends and family. For the 800+ older adults living at Fellowship House, they enjoy many activities both inside and outside the building to keep them healthy, engaged and active.

Unfortunately, there are some residents who struggle with loneliness and find it impossible to enjoy these common activities. Whether due to physical mobility, cognitive functioning, mental health issues like depression or something as common as speaking another language, many older adults have a difficult time creating meaningful connections with those around them. A recent article highlights the negative effects of loneliness – exacerbating common problems associated with aging.

This year, Fellowship Square will invest more than $600,000 to build a variety of programs, services and activities that are inclusive and appropriate for seniors. We cover four specific areas of wellness: Spiritual, Social, Physical and Intellectual, and ensure we have a variety of options for the different tastes, cultures and abilities at our properties. Funding to support these programs and the staff who run them is critical to the well-being of each resident. We are not just a place to live but are a place where seniors thrive!

I invite you to support our mission and the hundreds of programs and services we offer by making your most generous tax-deductible donation today. Your financial support ensures we have the resources we need to deliver on our promise and connect with each of our residents who struggles to make ends meet – and to let them know we are there for them. Thank you for your support!

With gratitude,

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT

Largo Landing Resident's Time in the Spotlight

Largo Landing Fellowship House resident, Emma Patterson, was recognized by Montgomery County, MD for her service to the youth of the county. Ms. Patterson fostered over forty children during her 4 decades as a foster mother. Her incredible sacrifices for others brought her recognition from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, as well as local media outlets, and ABC News' Abby Cruz.

Fellowship Square is incredibly proud of Ms. Patterson for the work she has done to impact the lives of so many. Her recent experience in the spotlight is well deserved!

Lake Ridge Fellowship House



Lake Ridge Fellowship House participated in a Men's Health Salad Competition, where creativity met nutrition. In celebration of Men's Health Month, participants crafted delicious and healthy salads, showcasing the best of seasonal ingredients and culinary innovation. From seasoned chefs to kitchen novices, everyone had the chance to promote wellness and win exciting prizes. Healthy eating was fun and flavorful!

Hunters Woods Fellowship House

Hunter's Woods Fellowship House celebrated its 2nd Annual Culture Day, bringing together diverse traditions and communities. Residents and guests enjoyed a vibrant showcase of cultural performances that fostered a deep understanding and appreciation of the rich cultural tapestry within the community.

Largo Landing Fellowship House

Beer and Barber- In honor of Father’s Day, Nate Crittenden, owner of N’Style Hair Grooming, provided free haircuts to the men of Largo Landing. Special thanks to Aslin Beer Co. for donating beer for the men to enjoy!