NorthWest Place and Ainsworth Elementary Team Up to Build Schools in Third World Countries
Portland, OR, May 05, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Bridging generations to help build schools, libraries and other educational infrastructure in third world countries, NorthWest Place and Ainsworth Elementary School have teamed up to raise funds for Room to Read, a non-profit group whose mission is to enhance educational infrastructure throughout the world.
Northwest Place and Ainsworth were partnered for this initiative through the Vital Life Foundation. Through this affiliation and other Vital Life joint ventures, they anticipate raising enough funds on behalf of Room to Read to sponsor the building of a complete school in a third world country.
In addition to becoming globally minded and learning lessons in giving the gift of education, Ainsworth fourth graders and residents of NorthWest Place are also gaining valuable inter-generational lessons. The first phase of the partnership began April 18th and included the opportunity for these 10 year olds to hone their reading skills by reading aloud to NorthWest Place residents. The students returned to read to residents Friday, April 25.
On May 2 and 7 the classes will return to NorthWest Place to interview residents on their classroom experiences that date back to the 1930s. The program will conclude on June 6 at 7:00 p.m. when NorthWest Place hosts a silent auction of artwork completed by the children. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to Room to Read.
According to Henrica Bors, a participating resident of NorthWest Place and native of Holland, the partnership is a wonderful opportunity for both the older and younger generations to impact the world community and each other.
“I really enjoyed listening to the children read,” said Mrs. Bors. “I think their English pronunciation is better than mine. I could learn from them and hopefully they can learn something from me too.”
NorthWest Place offers Portland seniors a distinctive and exciting retirement lifestyle. The community’s unique location near 23rd Avenue provides easy access to endless opportunities for shopping, dining, entertainment, and healthcare. NorthWest Place features 46 one- and two-bedroom apartment-homes. For more information or to schedule a personal tour of NorthWest Place, call (503) 221-2075.
About Senior Resource Group:
Senior Resource Group, LLC (SRG) has been a leader in providing distinctive retirement living since 1988. SRG develops, owns and operates independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's/dementia care communities throughout the U.S.
For more than 20 years, the company has championed the development and management of niche communities that provide older adults with service-enriched and supportive living environments. SRG’s corporate headquarters is located at 500 Stevens Avenue, Suite 100, Solana Beach, CA 92075. For more information, call 858-792-9300 or visit www.srgseniorliving.com.
About Vital Life Foundation:
Vital Life Foundation supports organizations that positively impact youth, general health and wellness, schools/education, families, women, and/or seniors through the coordination of volunteer activities by our clients/staff and direct financial contributions. Through these endeavors we provide meaning and vitality in the lives of our clients and staff by creating opportunities for them to make a difference in the lives of individuals and their communities.
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Northwest Place and Ainsworth were partnered for this initiative through the Vital Life Foundation. Through this affiliation and other Vital Life joint ventures, they anticipate raising enough funds on behalf of Room to Read to sponsor the building of a complete school in a third world country.
In addition to becoming globally minded and learning lessons in giving the gift of education, Ainsworth fourth graders and residents of NorthWest Place are also gaining valuable inter-generational lessons. The first phase of the partnership began April 18th and included the opportunity for these 10 year olds to hone their reading skills by reading aloud to NorthWest Place residents. The students returned to read to residents Friday, April 25.
On May 2 and 7 the classes will return to NorthWest Place to interview residents on their classroom experiences that date back to the 1930s. The program will conclude on June 6 at 7:00 p.m. when NorthWest Place hosts a silent auction of artwork completed by the children. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to Room to Read.
According to Henrica Bors, a participating resident of NorthWest Place and native of Holland, the partnership is a wonderful opportunity for both the older and younger generations to impact the world community and each other.
“I really enjoyed listening to the children read,” said Mrs. Bors. “I think their English pronunciation is better than mine. I could learn from them and hopefully they can learn something from me too.”
NorthWest Place offers Portland seniors a distinctive and exciting retirement lifestyle. The community’s unique location near 23rd Avenue provides easy access to endless opportunities for shopping, dining, entertainment, and healthcare. NorthWest Place features 46 one- and two-bedroom apartment-homes. For more information or to schedule a personal tour of NorthWest Place, call (503) 221-2075.
About Senior Resource Group:
Senior Resource Group, LLC (SRG) has been a leader in providing distinctive retirement living since 1988. SRG develops, owns and operates independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's/dementia care communities throughout the U.S.
For more than 20 years, the company has championed the development and management of niche communities that provide older adults with service-enriched and supportive living environments. SRG’s corporate headquarters is located at 500 Stevens Avenue, Suite 100, Solana Beach, CA 92075. For more information, call 858-792-9300 or visit www.srgseniorliving.com.
About Vital Life Foundation:
Vital Life Foundation supports organizations that positively impact youth, general health and wellness, schools/education, families, women, and/or seniors through the coordination of volunteer activities by our clients/staff and direct financial contributions. Through these endeavors we provide meaning and vitality in the lives of our clients and staff by creating opportunities for them to make a difference in the lives of individuals and their communities.
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Constance Sablan
480-471-6761
srgseniorliving.com
Constance Sablan
480-471-6761
srgseniorliving.com
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