Christmas at Mt. Assisi Place
December 2020
There’s lots to see at Mt. Assisi Place during the holiday season. Our families cannot be here with us this year, so we want to share some of the seasonal sights in the photos below — all so that you can be with us in spirit.
A rosy-cheeked Santa and Mrs. Claus lend a jolly atmosphere to the foyer outside the main dining room.
Christmas trees and a lighted wreath bathe the main dining room in a ethereal glow after hours.
A threesome of old-fashioned carollers boast the songs of the season.
Lighted trees and a wreath frame the old convent entrance.
A simple seasonal message in the Marian Hall second-floor lounge.
This sweet tree invites residents into the Marian Hall second-floor lounge for activities and fellowship.
The charming statue depicts a secular Santa Claus praying over the reason for the season -- infant Jesus.
This old-fashioned Santa was handcrafted by resident Jeanne G. and now hangs on her door.
The towering Christmas tree in our main lobby reaches floor to ceiling.
This clever bulletin board was creatively crafted by Sister Barbara Ann Webster, resident.
Our own Santa of sorts, Karen Vevers, delivers gifts from Assumption BVM Church in Bellevue to our residents, including Sister Rosalia Giba.
Mara Banovic, resident aide, takes a quick snack break while enjoying the lighted tree in Antonia Hall.
Resident Dana F. can't hide her delight with her gingerbread people.
Sister Rosalia Giba, resident, and Cindy McCullough, director of resident care, draw a daily winner for the Gifts of Gratitude employee appreciation event leading up to Christmas.
A large lighted wreath hangs adjacent to the chapel.
Lighted garland trims the entrance to the chapel.
A peaceful quiet falls over the Marian Hall third-floor lounge when the lights illuminate this tree.
The Infant of Prague is displayed outside the main dining room.
A sweet, small angel takes on the subtle glow of decorative lights.
A trio of majestic deer rest atop of a blanket of decorative snow.
This small tree right outside the main dining room has a Seuss-like profile.
Santa welcomes residents to the main dining room.
Poinsettias create brightly-colored centerpieces for the tables in our main dining room.
The tree in our main lobby hovers over all those below.
The soft colors of this Christmas star light the dining room foyer after hours.
Resident Lillian C. had fun making a pair of gingerbread people.
Situated just outside our main entrance, this large manger awaits the arrival of Baby Jesus.
The bright star gleams from our hilltop and is visible from afar. If you look closely, you can see Mary in the star's shadow.
Residents Rose A., Dolores C. and Ruth C. enjoy a snack while making pine cone Christmas trees.
Residents Helen B. and Stephanie D. listen intently as Patrice Mikec of Activities reads a story during a left-right gift-passing game.
Residents pass gifts around a circle during an activity on December 9.
With the help of aides Katie Watenpool and Erin Ras, Patrice Mikec of Activities leads Marian Hall residents in a Christmas-themed gift passing game on December 9. As she read a story, participants listened intently and passed presents accordingly whenever they heard the words “left” or “right” until, in the end, each got a gift.
Resident Betty K. proudly displays her completed gingerbread man.
Sister Cecilia Jacko lovingly decorates this tree and manger each year to bring the unmistakable spirit of Christmas to what used to be the main entrance of Mt. Assisi Convent.
This Nativity sits just below the Sacred Heart statue on the convent side of the building.
Resident Sister Barbara Ann Webster crafted this Advent wreath from repurposed household items.