Windy Hill's
Weekly eNews
Friday, February 16th
Week 7
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday - 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
1472 Roths Church Rd,
Suite 103,
Spring Grove, PA
(717) 225-0733
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Super Bowl Poll Results from Last Week's eNews... | |
Chiefs | 52.5% | Winner! | 49ers | 8% |
| I only watch for Commercials | 32.8% |
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Great predictions! Sorry to the 8% who were rooting on the 49ers. | |
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Leo Reaver
In the bustling bingo halls of community centers, one name shines brightly - Leo Reaver. Leo isn't just your ordinary volunteer; he's the heartbeat of Friday bingos, the wizard behind the 50/50 games of chance, and the maestro of dessert auctions. With his charismatic personality and quick wit, Leo turns the auction into a lively affair, coaxing bidders to outdo each other in their quest for delectable treats. Let's shine the spotlight on this remarkable individual who has dedicated his time and efforts to making these events not just successful, but memorable experiences for everyone involved.
Leo Reaver isn't just a volunteer; he's a pillar of our community, whose boundless energy, infectious enthusiasm, and unwavering dedication make him a true hero in the eyes of all who have the privilege of knowing him. Thank you, Leo, for being a part of our Windy Hill family!
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AARP Foundation Tax Prep Assistant
Calls can be made now to schedule appointments for tax prep assistance. Windy Hill will once again be a tax prep site on Thursdays (February through April) from
8:30 am - 12:30 pm. To make your appointment call
717-640-5006. Windy Hill staff cannot assist people with making appointments. To make your appointment, you must call the above phone number or use the link below to schedule online.
If you need help with Property Tax or Rent Rebates, please make an appointment with Rep. Seth Grove's office by calling 717-767-3947. A staff member from his office will be onsite each Thursday by appointment.
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More Spaces Now Available. Sign up Today! | |
Tickets on sale now! Stop in the office from 8:30 am - 11:30 am Monday through Friday to purchase your tickets. We have sold almost half the tickets already. Get yours while they're still available. | |
Gift Cards & Cash Bingo - Saturday, March 16th! | |
Tickets are limited! Get them while they're still available! | |
Please keep in mind that these are sneak peeks,
and that changes could occur prior to being sent for print.
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Parking
We would like to address a growing concern within our Windy Hill community regarding parking-related issues. We are committed to finding solutions to the issues during our building renovation project.
Until we get to that point, here are some key points we'd like to share:
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Parking Etiquette: We kindly remind all members to adhere to parking guidelines and be considerate of others. Please park in designated areas and avoid parking in the fire lane, in the coned off section reserved for Parks & Rec parent pick-up/drop-off, and the grass areas. If damage is caused to the grass, you will be responsible for paying to have this repaired.
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Overflow Parking Options: We do have an overflow parking lot located across from the tennis courts on Rocket Drive. This ensures sufficient parking for everyone. If you have a disability that prevents you from walking that far, please call the center upon arrival and a staff member will park your car for you.
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Carpooling: We do encourage carpooling to optimize parking space availability. If you have neighbors who frequent the center, please consider riding together if you are able.
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RabbitTransit: The Rabbit offers door-to-door service to those 65+ free of charge. Reach out to Nancy at our front desk for more information.
We understand the frustration that parking issues can cause and want to assure you that we are actively addressing this matter with the building redesign project. Your cooperation with the above points is crucial in maintaining a safe, community environment.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
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Bus Trips
Visit our website for more information. To sign up to attend one of our bus trips, fill out the envelope located on the table in the office and enclose payment. You will receive confirmation when we receive your envelope. Bus trip policy envelopes are available as well on our website
and in our office.
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CURRENT WISH LIST
These are the items we need the most right now.
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- Tissues*
- Toilet Paper**
- Paper Towels
- Postage Stamps**
-Sandwich bag sized Ziplock bags*
- 13-Gallon Garbage Bags
- Sticks of butter (salted)
- Heavy Duty dessert size plates (6-8 inch)* & Dinner-sized Plates*
- Salad Dressings (1,000 Island, Bleu Cheese, Honey Mustard, etc.)*
- Coca Cola, Diet Coke, Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sprite, Orange, Root Beer cans*
- Snacks & Chocolate for vending machines*
- Bottled water
- Hand Soaps
- Printer paper
-Sanitizing Wipes
-Bottles of Maple Syrup (for our breakfast fundraiser)*
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Volunteer Opportunities:
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Kitchen volunteers - most needed days for help: Fridays and party days
- see Jenna for more information
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Reading Wednesdays - Read books to preschoolers
- sign up in the office
- Meals on Wheels drivers
- see Amanda for more information
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Welcoming Committee - give tours, invite others to sit with you at programs and/or lunch, talk with others about the programs we offer, etc.
- See Paula (committee chair) or Jenna
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Make Phone Calls to Homebound Seniors - help us to check-in on our home-delivered meals clients. Wednesdays. (See Amanda)
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Policy on Visitors
We understand that some of our members serve as caretakers of their grandchildren, however, we need to keep in mind that we are a senior center for active, independent older adults ages 60+ and spouses of those 60+.
Our member handbook states that "children are to be permitted to visit the center for specific intergenerational programs and under controlled conditions, as scheduled and approved by the staff. Prior permission must be obtained before bringing a child to the center". On special occasions we may permit a child to visit the center, but this is not a daily occurrence.
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Windy Hill staff has been experiencing some issues with members trying to come into the center prior to our start time of 8:30 am and staying past our closing time of 2:30 pm. Due to safety concerns with having less staffing before 8:30 am and after 2:30 pm, and in order for our staff to be productive when members aren't in the building, we will no longer be allowing members to enter the building before 8:30 am* and all members
must leave the building no later than 2:30 pm.
*Tuesdays and Thursdays Silver Sneakers participants will be allowed to enter the building for their 8 am class. Thank you for your understanding.
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Procedure for Inclement Weather | |
In the event of inclement weather Windy Hill will make a decision by 5:30 am, the morning of, whether or not we will be operating. If the decision is made to cancel operation for the day, a message will be located on our phone greeting and also on our Facebook page. In the case of closure, that day’s meal will no longer be available. We do have frozen meals available that can be used as emergency meals in the case of closure. If you’re interested, please request these meals. | |
RESOURCES
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Thank You to our Sponsors! | |
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