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Couple Finds Their {FULL} Life at Touchmark Retirement Community
1. Sheila and Vern Berkompas moved into a cottage last fall,
but it’s hard to find them at home. Vern plays bridge and
exercises daily in Touchmark’s Health & Fitness Center—
when he isn’t walking the neighborhood or taking history
classes offered by Spokane Community College. Sheila takes
exercise classes, knits, and does cross-stitch. Of course, they
also spend time visiting with their grandkids.
“After living in Southern California for over 70 years, we
moved to Spokane to be close to our son and grandchildren,”
says Sheila. The couple had been looking for a retirement
community in the LA area but couldn’t find the quality they
wanted at an affordable price. Then the call came.
“Our son is a retired USAF colonel, and during his time in
the military, he and his family were stationed in Spokane,”
Vern explains. “They liked it so much, when the time came
to retire, they moved back.” After settling in, their son drove
by Touchmark. “He called and said, ‘Dad, you have
TOUCHMARK ON SOUTH HILL
THE{FULL}LIFE
Since 2011, Touchmark Skilled Nursing and
Rehabilitation has received a five-star rating from
the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Based on this highest Medicare rating, U.S. News
& World Report recently released their review
of the top picks across the country. Touchmark
received top ranking.
“We’re one of three in Washington and the only
one in Spokane that has a five-star rating in all
categories reviewed,” says Touchmark Executive
Director Jeff Bair. “We also just received a review
without any deficiencies from the state for our
annual skilled nursing survey. This really reflects
the amazing team at Touchmark. They work hard
every day to make the lives of others exceptional.”
Read more at http://health.usnews.
com/best-nursing-homes/area/
wa?sort=rating&state=wa&page=3.
“There’s so much to do here.”
April 2014
Touchmark ranked in top group by
U.S. News & World Report
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2. to come check this place out.’ So we did, and here we
are.”
The couple say they chose Touchmark for two reasons:
It offered the best value for the money and is close to the
kids. “We had been looking in Southern California for over
four years and hadn’t found anything close to the quality
and affordability offered by Touchmark,” says Sheila. “We
had quite a few options—our choices included a variety of
retirement options, including apartments, cottages, and
CCRCs. Since we recently downsized, we chose a cottage—it is
beautifully updated and just right for us.”
Before retiring, Vern was an accountant for Los Angeles
County, and Sheila worked as a church secretary for the
Christian Reformed Church. They aren’t quite used to the
snow. “It’s still a novelty,” says Vern. “Sheila and I haven’t
really had a chance to explore the area yet because of the
weather. I look forward to finding some fishing buddies and
getting to know the lakes and streams around here,” he adds.
Now Vern will just have to find time in the couple’s already
full days to schedule those fishing outings!
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Embrace your style
Are daily demands overwhelming your schedule? At Touchmark, you can discover and create the
right balance for you. Shed the time-consuming home maintenance and meal prep. Enjoy hobbies,
friendships, and family. Visit us. Learn how you can build a {FULL} life at Touchmark.
Also available: Avondale cottage
Offering: 1,856 square feet, two
bedrooms, two bathrooms, large
kitchen, breakfast nook, formal
dining room, large yard, double
patio, and a den
Featured left: Manito apartment
Offering: 834 square feet, one
bedroom, one bathroom, and a
den
3. A GLANCE AT OCTOBERCAPTURING DELIGHT{FULL} MOMENTS
Above: Bob and Nadilne Finley
celebrated their 61st anniversary
recently. The couple met at
Washington State University and
married in 1953.
Left and above: During a
recent tea, guest speaker
Jolyn Canty, owner of Nothing
Bundt Cakes, shared fun
insights about the world of
baking and how she and
her son decided to open the
bakery on the South Hill.
Touchmark Executive Chef
Steve Mitchell prepared
cucumber sandwiches with
fresh fruit, and for dessert,
residents sampled Jolyn’s
mini Bundt cakes.
Chet Roshetko, director of operations, receives award
from local Red Cross
Earlier this year, the Spokane Chiefs
awarded Chet the Avista Community
MVP for his work in the community. The
award included a signed team jersey, a
$100 Avista gift certificate, and game
tickets. Nominated through the Red
Cross, Chet regularly volunteers with
several organizations. He serves as vice
chair on the board of directors for the
American Red Cross Inland Northwest
Chapter as well as an advisory board
member for Washington State University
Department of Health Policy and
Administration. Chet also serves in local
scouting leadership and youth sports
assistance, and he participates as an
AWANA leader at South Hill Bible Church
as well as a Sunday school teacher and
children’s church teacher.
