Welcome to the most wonderful month of the year! December brings sparkling lights, cherished traditions, delicious outings, and heartwarming events designed to bring our community together. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or simply enjoy the magic of the season, we have something special planned for everyone.
St. Joseph’s Youth Choir
📅 December 10 | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 📍 Main Lobby
Enjoy an evening of beautiful music as this talented youth choir fills our lobby with holiday cheer.
Symphony at the Mines – Outing
📅 December 14 | ⏰ Depart at 2:15 PM
Experience a magical afternoon of symphony music. Seats are limited—please sign up early!
Holiday Gift Wrapping Station
📅 December 16 | ⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | 📍 Front Lobby
Drop off your gifts and let our helpers wrap them for you—festive paper and ribbon included!
Sing Me a Story
📅 December 19 | ⏰ 1:00 PM | 📍 Cody Room
A fun and interactive storytelling program filled with music and laughter.
Christmas Carol Sing-Along
📅 December 23 | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 📍 Main Lobby
Warm cocoa, twinkling lights, and joyful voices—come sing your favorite carols with us!
Ringing Out 2025 with Larry O’Connor
📅 December 31 | ⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM | 📍 Main Lobby
We close the year with live music, great company, and festive cheer.
📌 Please sign up at the front desk.
📌 Sign up at the front desk to reserve your spot.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the beauty of the season.
We are proud to recognize Cheryl Brisco-Jones as our December Employee of the Month. Cheryl’s dedication, compassion, and teamwork make her an invaluable part of our Golden Pond family. She consistently goes above and beyond to support residents and coworkers alike.
Thank you, Cheryl, for all that you do—we truly appreciate you!
Residents
Carol Reed – 12/09
Judy Shriner – 12/09
Libby Gregor – 12/12
Thelma Brock – 12/16
Louise Hirsch – 12/24
Margaret Way – 12/29
Staff
Chaz Osen – 12/01
Mikaela Dodson – 12/01
Julie Leadbetter – 12/04
Ashly Gutierrez – 12/10
Trevor Hardwood – 12/12
Randi Davis – 12/15
Gloria Hall – 12/27
December 12 is Ding-a-Ling Day, inspired by a 1971 movement encouraging people to reconnect. Pick up the phone and call someone you haven’t spoken to in a while—it’s a simple way to spread joy.