The Orchards Newsletter Joomag July | Page 2

gold’s were planted and they have already begun to sprout! I think it is safe to say spring has sprung! Around Campus MAKING CONNECTIONS Jack Stewart having a good time as usual. Kay McIntosh and Sue Barnhouse dancing to the beat. Students from the Ohio Valley Technical School Medical and Dental Assistant Programs enjoyed spending time with our residents last month for a morning of spa treatments and intergenerational connection. Pictured below are Kimberly Britt, Leslie Bouchard, Alyssa Barclay, Mariah Potts, Elizabeth Chenault, Kristina Simcox, Kristin Springer and Cailyn Corsi. “Connections between generations are essential for the mental health and stability of the nation. ” -Margaret Mead BALLOON BASEBALL Joseph Gibson, pictured here with his granddaughters, was honored for his military service during last month’s Meet Our Heroes event. When the therapy department and the recreation department team up, there is no stopping the fun. On Wednesday, June 12th the residents at The Orchards of Saxonburg played balloon baseball! The game was very intense. The two teams were tied 4 to 4 in the first inning. During the bottom of the second inning, Team 2, named the Saxony Snakes, made a comeback. The score was 6 to 4 when the team was up at bat. The Saxony Snakes hit 2 home runs! The final score was 6 to 7! Balloon baseball was a blast. There was nothing but smiles Harley Flick up at bat! during the action-packed game.