| I thought I got out of the wrong side of my bed when I woke up early
Sunday morning and saw a blanket of snow all over my deck and
backyard. That was a quick change from the nice, warm weather on
Saturday. Thankfully since then, it looks as if Spring has
sprung back!
We had a terrific turnout last Friday at
our Deaf Culture Presentation by Dr. Barbara Kannapell.
Dr. Kannapell told of her experiences growing up with her deaf family
and attending deaf schools. Many seniors present identified with
what Dr. Kannapell shared. "Beyond Silence" a film
about deaf parents and their family was shown afterwards.
We are expecting about 60 people to attend
the Spring Celebration Potluck this coming Friday. Our
bright and shiny Wyndholme Village bus will transport a group of 14
Virginians to this event.
Deaf and hard-of-hearing seniors keep
coming to our weekly activities. This convinces us that they
never get tired of seeing old friends and are always happy to make new
ones. Many of them are living in nice homes and nice
neighborhoods, but it is not enough. Isolation is not a healthy
experience for seniors and no matter how healthy or affluent people
are - companionship is an important part of people's lives.
This is what a community such as Wyndholme abundantly provides.
I recently attended the Prince Georges'
Second Annual Provider Conference on Services for Deaf and
Hard-of-Hearing Individuals in Largo, Maryland. There were
about 16 exhibitors and each gave a review of the services they
provide. Many were very curious about Wyndholme Village's
current status and were glad to know that we are still "alive and
kicking".
I am sure you all read this week Deaf
Digest's short article on Wyndholme Village. What it means is
that we are still in bankruptcy proceedings but we expect it to be
resolved very soon with a positive outcome.
Wyndholme Village continues to thrive due
to the support from the deaf community and our wonderful future
residents. Patience and support from you all is greatly
appreciated. We are looking toward the bright light coming in
our direction very soon! Keep reviewing our website as we are
constantly updating information. Thanks!
Barbara A. Willigan
Executive Vice President
Wyndholme Village Operations
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