Happy Thanksgiving from NHC
Special Events: CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE!!! Yes, it’s time to prepare and get in the holiday shopping spirit for our Annual NHC Christmas Store on Fri., Dec. 13th from 2p – 4p in the ground floor dining room. Partners and Families, we again need your help in providing donations, preferably new or in good condition, for the Christmas Store. You can pick up a list of suggested items to donate from the front desk when visiting or check your mail for donation list and more info regarding this upcoming event in December. Donations can be dropped off any time at the Life Enrichment Dept. (Activities Room) located on ground floor.
Announcements for Families: NHC Fort Sanders would like to invite residents and their families to our Annual Christmas Candlelight Dinner on Tues., Dec. 3rd. or Thurs., Dec. 5th in the ground floor dining room, starting at 5:00p with complimentary holiday family photos prior to candlelight dinner @ 6:00p. Please RSVP to the receptionist on ground floor or call (865) 525-4131 by Nov. 27th to specify which date you plan to attend with your loved one. Check your mail for more information regarding this holiday event or give us a call.
Special Thanks: NHC Fort Sanders would like to say thank you to all our NHC Partners who helped with transporting residents and escorting/assisting residents through the Trunk-or-Treat Fall Festival on Friday on Friday, Oct. 25th. A special “thank you” also goes out to all Depts., Partners, & Families who dressed up in costumes and decorated a vehicle for this year’s Trunk-or-Treat! You really made a fun, festive, and colorful atmosphere for everyone to enjoy at this fall event. And, of course a “shout out” to the Bald Twin Brothers who put on a spooktacular show with their fun Halloween jokes and lively entertainment!
Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you and your family. Your confidence in us means the world, and we are thankful to be part of your family. Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with warmth and joy!
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NHC Spiced Apple Cider Recipe
Ingredients:
- 8 cups apple cider
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 4 whole allspice berries
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions:
- In a large pot, combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, and orange slices.
- If you prefer a sweeter cider, add the brown sugar.
- Stir in the ground nutmeg and ground ginger.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Strain the cider to remove the spices and orange slices.
- Serve the spiced apple cider warm and enjoy!