The President’s CornerPittsburgh pridesitself on being a cityof neighborhoods.e Steel City’scommunities are varied and distinctive.Consider the StripDistrict’s open marketplace, the trendyrebirth of Lawrenceville and the vibrantnightlife on the South Side, to name a few.So, too, are blossoming communities atthe Vincentian ministries.

Just like in the City of Pittsburgh, ourcommunities have character. Residentsenjoy their neighborhoods and visitingothers. ere’s something for everyone.

e Cultural District at Vincentian Hometakes on a personality of its own, withspirited Wii Bowling games and livelychats with Duquesne University students.Meanwhile, at Marian Manor, the Artist-in-Residence program delights ourresidents who share a love for art.Residents also enjoy an intergenerationalbook club and yoga designed for seniors.Vincentian de Marillac recently hosted anIrish Step Dance troupe and celebrated aSt. Louise Luncheon.

Vincentian is making great strides withphysical transformations, innovativestaffing models and new technologies – all to meet the needs of a diverse andchanging society.

Guided by the pioneer spirit of the Sistersof Charity of Nazareth, we’re designingnew approaches to senior care. We’refocusing on our residents’ abilities, nottheir limitations. We’re maximizingquality of life and providing environmentsthat promote successes and inspire joy.When you visit one of our ministries, Ibelieve you will see our Mission in action.

Yours in Service,

Raymond E. WashburnPresident and CEOVincentian Collaborative System

First-ever MLK Day Multi-Cultural Fair at Vincentian HomeMore than 100 volunteersbrought the world to theresidents of VincentianHome at the first-evermulti-cultural fair onMonday, Jan. 20. Residents,families and friends enjoyedarts, culture, food andentertainment fromaround the worldthroughout the day.Activities includedlive Chinese andJapanese music,international cuisine,a program on thecultural history of theAfrican Americanchurch in America,origami demonstrations as well as arts and cras fromCentral America, the Middle East and Asia.

Dolores Kubiak was a curious child, forwhom the bottles behind the pharmacycounter held as much fascination as thefive-cent ice cream cones she boughtthere. at curiosity, combined withhard work, a desire to help others, and atalent for chemistry, led to a long careeras a pharmacist and educator in four states.

During her recent rehab stay atVincentian de Marillac, Dolores sharedan aernoon with pharmacy students,where she dispensed sound advice witha dose of wit. is semester, fiveUniversity of Pittsburgh students willspend time learning communicationsskills that will enhance their ability toserve elder customers. When they metDolores, a retired pharmacist who hasmaintained an active license since 1951,they quickly scheduled a coffee klatch tolearn more.

“Prepare for and embrace change,because pharmacy is a dynamicprofession,” proffered Dolores. Gone arethe days when pharmacists wouldconcoct their own ointments and relyon paper manuals, she said. Today,

pharmacists can access electronicrecords, research thousands of drugsand interactions at the touch of a button,and must understand many differentinsurance plans. Customers are moreeducated, but one group remainsdifficult: Men who are looking forsomething to make their hair grow arethe most challenging customers!

As Dolores and the students discussedeverything from how to spot phonyprescriptions to memories of difficultcustomers, they shared life lessons thatcan’t be culled from textbooks. KaitlinZeis, one of the students, said that shedidn’t have much experience with theelderly before coming to de Marillac,but now realizes that “everyone isdifferent and so you connect with themin different ways.”

anks to residents such as Dolores,who share their skills and talents everyday, our Vincentian communities arerich centers of intergenerationallearning. In parting, Dolores le thestudents with these wise words: “Neverstop learning.”

Vincentian de Marillac resident shares witand knowledge with Pitt pharmacy students

Affair of the Heart 2014 raisedmore than $120,000 for residents atVincentian de Marillac and MarianManor! With the city of Pittsburghas the backdrop, guests enjoyedfabulous food and wine, favoritetunes crooned by Nick Fiasco,dancing and exciting auctionpackages. ank you to our goldsponsors, Graziano Constructionand Blumling and Guskey, andthanks to all of our sponsors,donors and guests who made theevent such a success!

Artists-In-Residence Program a Hit at Marian Manor

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As the Polar Vortex sent a chill through the city this winter,more than a dozen residents at Marian Manor weretransported to a sandy beach, courtesy of the Artists-in-Residence program. Right before the women’s eyes, skilledpainter Catherine Brown transformed a blank canvas into aserene landscape featuring a shoreline sunset. e painting was a group effort, with Catherine asking audience members to suggest colors and design ideas as she worked.

e Artist-in-Residence program features a different artist eachmonth. Recently, Catherine demonstrated painting techniques

and talked to the women who gathered around a glowingfireplace while classical music played soly in the background.

Resident Mary Cerchiara is a fan. She has attended almost all ofCatherine’s painting sessions, declaring them “very relaxing.”Chatting amiably with her friends, Mary said that she’s an artistherself and that when she was fieen years old, one of herpaintings was displayed in an exhibit in Oakland.

e artists love it, too. “I’ve really had fun meeting new people,”said Catherine. With seven years’ experience teaching theUrban League Charter School, she seized the opportunity toshare her talents with a new audience

With upcoming visits from artists in painting, ceramics andtextiles, in addition to regular literary groups and musical

guests, Marian Manor offers abundant cultural activities. Artists-in-Residence helps residents

discover their talents, build camaraderie and enjoy the richtalent available in our city — all from the comfort of home.

Residents chat withCatherine Brown as shepaints a beach scene.

Dinsmore & Shohl Partner Penina Lieberand her husband Marv Lieber enjoyfavorite tunes crooned by Nick Fiasco.

Sr. Sarah Geier and VCS+ BoardChairman Mark Stadler take a breakfrom the festivities to share a hug.

Entertainment Sponsor VirginiaNicklas and guest Deanna Portershared an unforgettable eveningat LeMont.

Vincentian Charitable Foundation10559722Marian Manor275 85964Vincentian de Marillac3819 40228Vincentian Home 478 23883Vincentian Child Development Center 3066 32657Vincentian Rehabilitation Services

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Mission Statement:Compelled by the love of Christ, VincentianCollaborative System nurtures and sustains a ministry of compassionate care that preserves the human dignity of persons within a diverse and changing society.

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VIP Award Winners AnnouncedRoll out the red carpet and give a big round of applause to the spring 2014 winners of the St. Vincent and St. Louise Award, which recognizesthose who exemplify the VCS mission. When it comes to meeting thehighest standards of compassionate, dignified care, these employees are“VIPs” – “Vincent in Practice.”

Ray King, Certified Nurse Aide, Vincentian HomeKathy McKinney, Activities Supervisor, Vincentian Personal Care

Asa Ponton, Environmental Services Aide, Vincentian HomeCeCe Stocki, Business Office Manager, Marian Manor