*Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence on a "laptop"--that is, a writing desk that could fit in his lap.

 

*John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died on July 4th, 1826. James Monroe also died on July 4th, 1831.

 

*Congress declared July 4th as an official holiday in 1870 as part of a bill to officially recognize other holidays, including Christmas.

*The oldest Independence Day Celebration is the 4th of July parade in Bristol, Rhode Island which began in 1785.

 

*Eight of the fifty six signers of the Declaration of Independence were born in Britain.

 

 

   HAPPY           BIRTHDAY!!!

Willard Wank-7/11

Nancy Moody-7/14

 

Just a Reminder:

Resident and Family Surveys come out at the beginning of each month. We appreciate all your input!

 

 

 

In June, Bickford selects a group of BFF's that have shown exceptional performance in their work at Bickford. Bickford calls them Pearls.

Based on the Core Values described by Bickford they have shown:

*Optimistic Warmth

 

*Curiosity

 

*Work Ethic

 

*Empathy

 

*Self-Awareness

Please thank these BFF's for a job well done!

A litter of ten puppies visited the Residents this month. Residents enjoyed rocking and kissing the puppies for over an hour!