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December 17, 2020Residents at Saint Ann Retirement Center in Oklahoma City have embraced the journey of this past year with great joy, enthusiasm and peace, said Richard Amend, mission and community relations director at Saint Ann.
“No matter what challenges they face on a daily basis, they choose to face them with that same anticipation in waiting for the birth of Christ. Wearing masks and socially distancing have become a way of life in our community,” Amend said.
Residents said they have adjusted to the pandemic in their community.
Leonora Stramski, resident of Independent Living, said, “I was tired of having to make decisions about the upkeep of my home, so I investigated retirement at Saint Ann, and three years ago this became my home. I’ve had the opportunity to make many new friends with people from all walks of life. The activity directors make sure something different is happening each day and the chapel is very important. The Rosary is prayed every day, we have a communion service and look forward to having Mass again soon. I love living here at Saint Ann.”
Father Michael Chapman, a resident in Assisted Living, shared his story of entering Saint Ann.
“I lived alone for three years after retiring. One evening, I fell in my house and couldn’t get up! I spent the whole night on the floor. I knew then that I could no longer live alone. The very next week I applied to Saint Ann and moved in in 2019. Being in residence here a year before the pandemic, I learned about the programs and routine. I am quite content.”
Bernadette Stangl, a resident of Assisted Living, said, “Saint Ann Assisted Living has been a wonderful part of my life. After having a stroke and to be in a secure and safe environment, my family chose Saint Ann, and I am so blessed. Next year, I hope we will be able to celebrate with everyone. So, 2021 here we come!”
Amend said with the pandemic guidelines in place and vaccines becoming available soon, Saint Ann is working to provide visits for future residents and their families with the goal of bringing in more residents.
St. Ann Retirement Center
7501 W. Britton Rd., OKC
Independent and Assisted Living
For visits, tours:
Bridget or Richard – (405) 721-0747
saintannretirementcenter.com
Photo: St. Ann Retirement Center residents Leonora Stramski (left), Leo Morrison (middle) and Kay Morrison (right). Photo provided.
