Two answers for today – remember to put your questions in the Ask Sarah box at the Hospitality Desk. Thanks for stopping by!

 Q: Why do we have a history booklet titled “The First Forty Years,” but we are celebrating the 35^th Anniversary of Meadowlark Hills this week?

A: A perfectly timed question! Yes, we are celebrating our 35^th Anniversary – our emerald anniversary no less. Meadowlark Hills officially opened in 1980. However, the Manhattan Retirement Foundation was born in 1975, an idea that began with six pastors in the fall of 1974. These parties formed a committee, sparking community interest in the notion of a place to retire in Manhattan, Kansas. The formal dedication a celebration for Meadowlark Hills was held on June 8, 1980. Happy Anniversary, Meadowlark Hills!

 Q: My mind is boggled by so many director positions changes. Could we please have a flow chart showing the five director’s positions, who holds these positions and what are the next level positions below each director? Inquiring minds want to know. Thanks.

A: Change isn’t always easy – especially with so many moving parts! Along with a couple of position changes, office moves have occurred. To help residents (and staff) learn where people are located, and Office Open House is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday, June 29. Desserts will be served, so come hungry! At this time, the organizational chart will be available to pick up, but in the meantime I have provided a cheat sheet below:

Lonnie Baker, CEO: all directors report to Lonnie

Annie Peace, Health Services Director – Health Services includes: Household Operations, Nursing Services, Therapy Services, Social Services & Environmental Services

Sarah Duggan, Community Relations Director – Community Relations includes: Sales, Resident Services (IL), Fitness & Massage, the Parkinson’s Program, the Physician’s Practice, Home Health & Marketing

Jayme Minton, Support Services Director – Support Services includes: Human Resources, Information Services, Food & Beverage Services & Chaplain Services

Chris Nelson, Financial Services Director: oversees all financial functions

Becky Fitzgerald, Development Director: Meadowlark Hills Foundation

Visit www.meadowlark.org/about/staff to read full profiles about each director and leader for Meadowlark Hills. Remember, if you have a question the best places to start are the following:

Monte Spiller, Resident Services Leader, (785) 323-3801

Hospitality team, (785) 537-4610

Sarah Duggan, Community Relations Director, (785) 323-3860

Magye Loya, Community Relations Assistant, (785) 323-3890