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Ceremony commemorates veterans at the Commons at Greenbriar
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Neighbors | Amanda TonoliResidents of the Commons at Greenbriar attended a Veterans Pinning ceremony on Sept. 23. Pictured, from left, are Donna Popney, Carol and Debbie Miller.
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Neighbors | Amanda TonoliDan Tayman, hospice chaplain for Senior Independence, presented certificates during a pinning ceremony for veterans at the Commons at Greenbriar on Sept. 23.
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Neighbors | Amanda TonoliHerb Hribar was honored on Sept. 23 for his service in the military at the Commons at Greenbriar.
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Neighbors | Amanda TonoliResidents who were former veterans were honored at the Commons at Greenbriar by hospice chaplain Day Tayman on Sept. 23.
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Neighbors | Amanda Tonoli.On Sept. 23 a Veterans Pinning Ceremony took place at the Commons at Greenbriar for residents formerly in the military.
By amanda tonoli
The Commons at Greenbriar hosted a very special pinning ceremony for veterans in their resident population on Sept. 23.
Hospice chaplain from Senior Independence Dan Tayman was purposed with the job of presenting certificates and pins to the veterans presiding at Greenbriar and Ivy Woods Manor.
Gina Fernback, activities director of the Commons at Greenbriar, said she liked being able to honor veterans not only for their sakes, but also for those thinking about Greenbriar for future residency or employment.
“It’s a great message to send to younger generations and even potential volunteers,” Fernback said.
Tayman said he found great pride in being tasked with the job of recognizing the residents for their service.
“The best part is honoring them and that I get to do it,” Tayman said.
Greenbriar welcomed guests from Ivy Woods Manor to their ceremony, as well.
Angie Salensky, activities director of Ivy Woods Manor, brought a few residents to the special ceremony – four of whom who were pinned.
“I think this is just wonderful,” Salensky said. “I love making them have fun.”
Fernback said functions like this one are so important to the residents because of the long-standing significance of their years.
“The military was such a huge part of their lives,” Fernback said.