January - March | PALM Quarterly Newsletter

Updated March Edition

Message from the Executive Director

Hello PALM family!

We are unpacking and settling into the building, and it is truly beginning to feel like home again. Thank you for your continued support during this transition. Your patience, encouragement, and leadership have helped make this moment possible.

We are slowly getting started, and the energy is building.

Remote programs resumed on March 2nd, and our Grab & Go lunches have resumed as well. Members have already stopped by, and it has been wonderful to welcome familiar faces back through our doors. Volunteers are onsite supporting the move and helping us prepare for full operations

PALM Ribbon Cutting & Grand Reopening

Friday, March 27, from 10:30 - 2:30 PM

On March 27, we proudly celebrate more than a ribbon cutting. We celebrate renewal, resilience, and a renewed commitment to the older adult community we serve.

The week of March 1, we begin restoring our programs and services, bringing energy, connection, and community back into our main location. From wellness initiatives to social engagement, PALM is returning with purpose and excitement.

This reopening represents months of preparation, partnership, and perseverance. It reflects the dedication of our staff, board members, community leaders, partners, emergency personnel, and especially our members who stood with us every step of the way.

Our Grand Reopening celebration on March 27 will feature:

Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Special Honors
Keynote Address by Estelle Walker of PA Health and Wellness
Forever Together Home
Trinity Wealth Securities
Main Line Health
Vaccination Clinic
Community Vendors
Spring Into Healthy Eating showcase
PALM Memorial Paver recognition
A host of engaging activities, including bingo, games, crafts, card games, and playing pool
Refreshments will be served

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confirm their attendance in advance.

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if you will be enjoying lunch onsite.

We are honored that state and local elected officials, the Masons, members of the police department and fire department, healthcare partners, and many community leaders will join us. Having that level of external support is truly an honor, as it affirms that we are fulfilling our mission and building lasting, meaningful partnerships within the broader community.

At the same time, we are equally thankful for our members, whose continued engagement and presence speak volumes about the impact of our programming. Your participation, your patience during this transition, and your commitment to returning week after week reflect the strength of what we are building together.

The fact that you continue to show up, support PALM, and believe in our work reminds us that our programs are not just offerings, they are meaningful experiences that make a difference. Your presence is what makes PALM home, and this celebration is a reflection of all of us.

We are bringing our programs back with even more exciting, innovative activities designed to support wellness, joy, creativity, and meaningful connection.

This is not just reopening a building. It is reopening opportunity, laughter, fellowship, and care.

Please Hold the Date

March 27, 3026, from 10:30 - 2:30 PM

and plan to join us as we officially

welcome our community back home.

We are excited. We are prepared. And we are ready to welcome you home.

With gratitude and excitement,

Dawn S. Allen

Dawn S. Allen, MHS

Executive Director

“We love you all, and there is absolutely nothing you can do about it!"

- George Wallace

Incase You Missed It

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Begin again.”

On Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 AM, we spring ahead and move our clocks forward one hour.

While we trade a little sleep, we gain something beautiful: longer afternoons, softer evenings, and more time for walks, fellowship, programs, and meaningful connections.

At PALM, every new season is an opportunity to nurture wellness of mind, body, and spirit. As the days grow brighter, so do the moments we share together.

Longer days are ahead… and so are we. 🌞

Do not forget to set your clocks forward before bed Saturday night!

March National Nutrition/Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Tuesday, 3/17 – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Friday, 3/20 – NOWRUZ – Persian New Year Celebration
Friday, 3/20 ASk the Nutritionist with Teri Wassel - Registered Dietitian, Office of Public Health (11:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Tuesday, 3/24 – Shady Maple Trip (The bus leaves at 8:30 AM)
Friday, 3/27 - PALM GRAND RE-OPENING CELEBRATION (10:30 am - 2:30 am) Mainline Health, PA Health & Wellness, Forever Together Home CARE, and Trinity Wealth Securities Presentations 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. COVID Clinic
Friday, 3/27 – PALM Members Birthdays Celebration (11:00 AM – 1:30 PM)
Tuesday, 3/31 – Lymphatic Drainage Massage Session (Time TBA)

Quarterly Mondays (Non-Holiday)

11AM – 11:30AM

Q1: Monday, March 31, 2025
Q2: Monday, June 30, 2025
Q3: Monday, September 29, 2025
Q4: Monday, December 15, 2025
Q5: Monday, March 30, 2026

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Menu Calendar

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Birthday Celebrations!

PALM CELEBRATES BIRTHDAYS

PALM celebrates all of our members monthly with cake, fun, music, and joy.

March

Frances Benjamin

Shelley Brunner

Veronica Cooper

Joan Cross

Samuel Davis

Diane Romano DeFeo

Donna Dingle

Anna Durbin

Russell Elliott

Angela Fellin

John Galligan

Shannon George

Linda Gilliam

Carol Gray

Douglas Harrison

Christine Hill

Kiafar Manijeh

Kerber Juanita James

Langdon Marian

Steven Lindner

George McNeal

Paul Miller

Norman Moore

Helen Moschella

Jo-Ann Newman

Harry Osborne

Cynthia Peace

Lorraine Randle

Cherly Richardson

Renee Scott

Catherine Schack

Deanna Stauffer

Elaine Stellwagen

Timothy Short

Eleanor Wienckoski

Debra Weinberg

Pearl Watson

Marsha Rosenbaum

Carol Strickland

If you have not seen your birthday, call 610.642.9370 to be added.

We welcome sponsors to help us provide engaging activities and reduce expenses for our seniors at PALM Senior Center. Your generous support will enable us to continue offering programs that enrich the lives of our community members.

Why Sponsor PALM Activities?

Directly support local seniors and their well-being
Enhance visibility for your business in our community
Contribute to valuable, meaningful activities that make a difference

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Reach out today to discuss opportunities for collaboration and support.

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Introducing Our New In Memory Of Section

At PALM, we lovingly honor those who have passed, including our cherished board members, members, and volunteers, whose lives and contributions have deeply impacted our community. To celebrate their legacy, we are introducing an In Memoriam section in our future newsletters, providing a space to remember our loved ones.

If you know of someone you would like us to honor, please email their name and any information you would like to share to info@palmseniors.org, and they will be included in our next newsletter. We deeply appreciate your help in ensuring we remember and celebrate all who have touched our community.

In Memory of William "Billy" Hearn

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our proud PALM member, William “Billy” Hearn, who passed away on December 12, 2025.

Billy was a devoted man of faith and a proud member and Deacon of Zion Baptist Church, where he served faithfully for many years. He also served honorably in the United States military, reflecting a lifelong commitment to service.

At PALM, Billy was more than a member, he was a true friend. He fully embraced PALM programs and activities, including PALM Bible Study, and loved singing, dancing, playing games, and bingo. His joyful spirit and warm presence uplifted everyone he encountered.

Billy leaves to mourn his passing his son, Maurice Adderton, and daughter-in-law, Natisha “Tee-Tee” Adderton, along with a loving family. He was also the brother-in-law of Viola Hearn, a current PALM member, and her husband, who preceded Billy in death.

Billy Hearn will be deeply missed by the PALM family and our community. We are grateful for the memories we shared and the light he brought into our lives.

In Memory of Mr. Richard Mayo

PALM remembers and honors the life of our beloved member, Mr. Richard Mayo, whose presence brought warmth, friendship, and dignity to our community.

Mr. Mayo was a long-time and devoted member who supported PALM programs and events with enthusiasm and generosity. He was an avid pool player and shared his passion for the game by teaching students at the Ardmore Avenue Community Center, leaving a lasting legacy of mentorship and encouragement.

He was known for his compassionate spirit and willingness to help wherever needed. Mr. Mayo often volunteered to assist with event setup and cleanup, always offering his time with kindness and humility. A lover of music, he enjoyed PALM’s jazz gatherings and was an active participant in our sing-alongs.

Mr. Mayo could often be found participating in chair exercises alongside his dear friend and fellow PALM member, Rodney Bussey Williams, demonstrating the joy of friendship and the importance of staying active and engaged.

He was also known as a dapper dresser, always arriving in a beautiful sweater and polished shoes, representing the older adult community with dignity and pride.

Mr. Mayo frequently spoke with great love about his family, who were clearly at the center of his heart. His kindness, spirit, and commitment to the community will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

PALM is grateful for the time we shared with Mr. Mayo. His memory and legacy will always remain a cherished part of our community.

2026 PALM Holiday Schedule

The PALM Center will be closed on the following dates.

January 1 (Thu): New Year's Day
January 19 (Mon): Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
February 16 (Mon): Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day)
May 25 (Mon): Memorial Day
June 19 (Fri): Juneteenth National Independence Day
July 3 (Fri): Independence Day (Observed)
September 7 (Mon): Labor Day
October 12 (Mon): Indigenous People Day
November 11 (Wed): Veterans Day
November 26 (Thu): Thanksgiving
November 27 (Fri) Day After Thanksgiving
December 25 (Fri): Christmas

*Dates subject to change

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