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The For 97 years our mission has remained constant:

To provide a faith based, loving home that honors

Messengerolder adults.

Winter 2018

Thank you to our Member Churches The Greatest Gift is Faith By Amy Boni
Director of Development
American Lutheran Church, Kellogg
American Lutheran Church, Newport Growing up in Edmonton Alberta Shortly after marrying,
Calvary Lutheran Church
Christ the King Lutheran Church Canada Jean (Milne) Smart has many Jean and her husband
Community United Methodist Church fond memories. One of her favorite were offered positions at the
First Lutheran Church, Sandpoint memories was running home from prestigious Cranbrook Schools just
First Lutheran Church, Spirit Lake school as fast as she could to be able outside of Detroit. Jean worked as
First Presbyterian Church
Lake City Community Church to take her toboggan with her sister, the school nurse and Harold as the
Lutheran Church of the Master family dog and friends and sled Director of Arts for over 40 years!
Peace Lutheran Church down two gigantic hills and landing During their summers, they also
Our Savior Lutheran Church, Pinehurst
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church across the lake that would be frozen ran the Lookout Camp in Lost Trail,
St. George’s Catholic Church over. The best part would be their dog Montana. The camp started off as an
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church would grab the toboggan ropes and all boys camp but eventually Jean
St. Pius X Catholic Church pull all the children up the hill! was asked if she would be willing to
St. Thomas Catholic Church
Trinity Lutheran Church, Coeur d’Alene After graduating high school, Jean start a girls camp. Twenty five girls
Trinity Lutheran Church, Bonners Ferry studied to become a Registered arrived the very next summer. Those
summers were filled with hiking,
Save The Dates
Nurse at the University of Alberta. camping, fishing, swimming, laughter
March 10 After receiving her Bachelors degree and love. After many years of running
she had the opportunity to receive the summer camp and working at
PEACE Workshop (First Presbyterian her Masters at Wayne University in Cranbrook, Jean and Harold retired
Church, CDA)
Detroit, Michigan. She was quite and moved west to Coeur d’Alene to
March 24
nervous about the trip and prayed she be closer to their three sons and their
Garden Tea (Fundraiser for the Garden)
was making the right decision. After a families.
April 5
long three day train ride, one of Jean’s They built a house in Dalton Gardens
Annual Meeting of Corporate Churches friend’s arranged for their brother to and lived there for over 20 years.
pick her up at the train station and Being the social butterflies that they
July 13 take her to the university. After getting

Family & Resident Butterfly Event off the train, Jean was clueless what were, every year they held a block
the brother looked like until someone party for their entire street. They also
August 2 had a passion for volunteering and

Butterflies & Memories Fundraiser worked with Habitat for Humanity
for many years. When building the
homes wasn’t an option anymore,
Jean and Harold brought lunch to

all the volunteers every Saturday out
at the building sites. Jean was also
a Master Gardener and volunteered

her expertise to Habitat by creating
beautiful landscaping for the Habitat
neighborhoods.

tapped her on the shoulder and said, Jean moved to Orchard Ridge one
“Are you Jean Milne?” Jean turned
and saw the most handsome fellow. year ago after the passing of her
His name was Harold Smart. Jean
and Harold married on July 4, 1954. beloved Harold. “The hardest day was

coming into a place by myself without

Harold.”
Continued

Continued

But soon Jean engaged herself into every activity available
and she knew the more activities she did, the more people
she would get to know, and the more friends she would
make.

Jean’s deep faith has guided and comforted her through A service provided by
her long life. Her faith was a special gift given to her by her The Orchard Ridge Volunteers
mother and father. When life’s difficult decisions need to
be made, Jean asks the Lord to lead her in the direction she In an effort to raise funds for charitable care at The Village at Orchard
is meant to go. He has given Jean a wonderful life! From Ridge, the Volunteers provide the service of organizing and
a 60 year loving marriage, 3 sons, 6 grandchildren, 5 great
managing your estate sale for the cost of a suggested donation.
grandchildren, and positive outlook. Jean hasn’t wasted a

second!

One small example of Jean not wasting a moment; At 38 Services include: You will enjoy the peace of mind we
years old, 5 months pregnant with her last child she decided offer plus share in the
to do a 100 mile hike in 10 days! The only stipulation her Inventory
doctor had was she had to be able to get Pricing revenue we generate, with the
in contact with a flying service just in case Sorting added blessing of knowing you are
something happened. Not so surprising, she Advertising & Signage
had a way to contact air support. Conducting Sales supporting a good cause at
“The Lord blessed us with healthy bodies, we Removal of unsold items
have to use them!” YOU are a true inspiration
Jean! For more information or to set up an
appointment please contact:
A Message from our Executive Director
Shirley (208) 661-1930
Marge (208) 660-0406
Viviane (208) 691-9262

Ann Johnson

Ninety-seven years ago, a loaf of bread cost 10 cents, Einstein won the Nobel Prize, gas was 11 cents a gallon and
Coeur d’Alene Homes opened our doors to our first senior residents. Many things have changed, even our name, but
one thing remains constant, we continue to open our doors to those seeking compassionate Christian care for their
loved ones. We are STILL community owned, we are STILL church sponsored, we are STILL the only non-profit faith
based assisted living home in the area.

Through the decades we have learned quite a bit about keeping older adults happy, healthy and in a safe home. We don’t see anything
changing except growing our campus so in the end we can help MORE residents who have depleted their finances. Without your
help, Orchard Ridge would not be able to welcome those low income residents. We thank you and are grateful to be part of a such a
STRONG community.

“He has made EVERYTHING beautiful in its time”

~ Ecclesiastes 3:11

The flowers we plant in the spring are a beautiful reminder that
God’s Grace is everywhere! After a long winter, our residents look
forward to going outside to enjoy the warm & bright sunshine and
the beautiful landscape.

A donation of $30 helps us purchase the flowers we plant in both
the Serenity and Terrace gardens. We would commemorate your
donation with a lovely marker with your loved ones’ name on it
displayed all through the summer months.

Simply use the enclosed remittance envelope,
mark Tribute Gift with the name of the
person you wish to honor.

Tribute Gifts

Giving a gift in honor of a loved is a truly special way to pay tribute to your loved
one. Thank you to our friends who honored their special someone through a
Tribute Gift in 2017.

Addie Griffiths Lynn Daneberg Marvin & Shirley Miller
Robert & Katie Walker Christine Magers-Rowan Anonymous
Arnie Engen Marilyn Bagley Myrna Tarnasky
Thomas & Brenda Fletcher Dorothy Munson Susan Spreen
Ann Johnson Mark Bowlby Paul Wilson
Ronald Johnson Dorothy Shinn Mary Lou Wilson
Art Lanenohl Pat Sinclair
Jack & Cherie Shinn Mary Lou Wilson
Robert & Linda Kocis Elizabeth Jacquot Rose Macai
Linda Wolovich Edward & Harriet Jacquot Chris & Mary Stewart
All Residents Evelyn Hayes Lee & Tony Macai
Clinton & Vicki Waddell Phillip & Mary Hayes Rose Mary Jessick
Bertha Pederson & Millie Rockne Evelyn Holiday Frank & Leta Jessick
Micheal Livesey Ralph & Lois Kinney
Judy Stebbins George Fraser Debbie Ash
Betty Esterl Margaret Fraser Gary & Susan Baker
Gertrude Manley Gittel Delmar
Suzanne Schmidt Margaret & James Manley Sharon Foster
Betty Haugen Glenn Husby
Allen & Betty Haugen Marilyn Bagley
Betty Owens John & Else Burk Suzanne Rickel
Bob Henry Howard Johnson Robert Rickel
Charles & Betty Mclain Lavern & Diane Hogan Todd Shinn
Rev. Robert & Shirley Anderson
Sarah Mclain Stephen & Mryna Olson Ruth Brennecke
Chuck Zosel Lois Johnson Trudy Davenport
Evonne Zosel Harry Johnson
Clara Moore Inez Baker Bowers Donna Grabenstein
Ethelyn Knudtsen Gary & Susan Baker Mike Grabenstein
Cliff Jacobson Jessie Jordahl Tom Mitchell
Earl & Lorraine Anderson Terrance & Ida Jordah
Clyde Lewis Jackie Johnson Chris & Mary Stewart
Rod & Kari Pettit John & Kimberly Hapke Polly Parisot
Curtis Reeling JoAnne Roberge Tony Lapan
Mr. Steven Roberge
Earl & Lorraine Anderson Laura Coffman Carol Lapan
Della Kaufmann Gary & Rebecca Coffman Nancy Laborski
Kaufmann Family Lougene Murray Verna Meredith
George Frasier Ellen Taylor Laurie & Steven Meredith
Marilyn Buckham
Heather Fraser Rob & Sarah Buckham
Margaret Fraser
Dorothy May Jessick

Bruce & Janice Odenthal
Sorella

We are so happy to be partnering By Holly Johnson in senior ministry or lines of work that
with our member churches to present Community Relations Director want to help others, caregivers, etc.
the PEACE (Professionals Easing PEACE covers 4 pillars:
Aging Concerns through Education) have personally seen how people 1. Navigating the Journey (Strategies for
workshops to their members! A while have valued the information and it Successful Aging)
back we met with pastors of our has given them peace of mind to gain 2. Accepting our Season of Life (Levels
member churches and asked them the knowledge shared during the of Care & Managing Transitions)
how Orchard Ridge could assist them. 3. Preparing for the Future (Making
Through much discussion it became informed Legal & Financial Decisions)
evident they were feeling the need for 4. Encouragement & Support (Holistic
more education about aging issues Approaches to Care)
to share with their parishioners. This
workshop was created as a gift to our Our first workshop this year is
member churches. scheduled at First Presbyterian Church
on March 10 from 9am-2pm and
PEACE is a 5 hour, information packed workshop. We have had a wide variety we are working on scheduling two
opportunity! The panelists are very of people who attend: elderly looking more this spring! If you are interested
knowledgeable in their field and are for personal information, children in attending, please call Susan at
passionate about sharing information helping to care for their parents, those
with those who are looking for it. We (208)664-8119 to sign up.

invites you to a..

Enjoy a lovely afternoon eating scrumptious tea cakes,

scones and finger sandwiches all while sampling and

discovering the many health benefits of various teas. Tea

education presented by Flour Mill Natural Foods.
1:30The Village at Orchard Ridge
PM

The Garden Building to

624 W. Harrison Ave. PM
Coeur d’Alene, ID
3:30March

$20 $150Cost:
per person, Table of 8

RSVP: Susan (Front Desk) 208-664-8119
or email [email protected]

This event includes a small silent auction.
All proceeds benefit the Orchard Ridge Assisted

Living & Memory Care Community.

Entertainment by Renei & the Rythmics.

Non-profit Org
U.S. Postage Paid
Permit No. 51

624 W. Harrison Avenue
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83854
www.thorchardcda.org

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Board of Directors Thank you to our 2017 Business Sponsors.

• Brenda Zosel Bookholtz Family Home Care
• Bradley Blodnick Ginno Construction
• Benjamin Widmyer Idaho Central Credit Union
• David Wold Hospice of North Idaho
• Gordon Longwell The Murray Group
• Kathy Helbling Northwest Specialty Hospital
• Keith Taylor Tapley Cabinet Works
• Kimberly Sitton
• Linda Scharnhorst
• Luke Russell
• Mark Fisher
• Mary Morrow
• Rochelle Wineinger
• Shelly Romine
• Warren Bakes