IMPORTANT UPDATES

October 30, 2026

Greetings MMT Families and Residents!

This week, we started celebrating Día de los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead, here in our community. It's a tradition that gives us a chance to remember those who are no longer with us, including the residents who were once part of our Mercy McMahon Terrace family. For some, remembering brings sadness and a sense of loss. For others, it brings smiles, stories, and memories that are still very much alive. What I appreciate about this tradition is that it reminds us that remembering someone doesn't always have to be sad. It can also be a celebration of the life they lived, the people they touched, and the memories they left behind.

It also got me thinking about grief and the different seasons we all go through in life. There's an old saying that goes, "Every storm runs out of rain." I believe there's truth in that, although I also know that some storms seem to last longer than others. And when you're going through one, it's not always easy to see when things will get better.

Sometimes, all we can do is take the next step. Not ten steps ahead, not having everything figured out, just the next one. There may be days when you need to slow down, take a breath, wipe away a few tears, and gather yourself before moving forward. That's okay. We all need those moments.

My hope is that whatever storm you may be facing, you don't lose sight of the good that can still come. Hold on to the people who support you, focus on the things you can change, and leave the things beyond your control in God's hands. Most importantly, give yourself permission to keep going at your own pace.

Just because we're going through a difficult season doesn't mean that's where our story ends. There is still room for hope, new memories, unexpected blessings, and better days ahead. And sometimes, having the strength to take just one more step is already something worth being grateful for.

Wishing everyone a peaceful week ahead.

Fire Performer:

Join us tomorrow, October 31, at 1:30 PM for a special fire performance in our parking lot! Come out, enjoy the show, and experience something a little different with us. And don't worry, safety is part of the performance! We look forward to seeing you there.

Coffee Klatch:

Join us at 9:00 AM for coffee, conversation, and a coffee demonstration from the Pachamama Coffee team. Our leadership team will also be there, so come by, say hello, and spend some time with us. 

All souls day:

We invite you to join us for Mass on November 2nd at 10am as we come together to remember and honor the lives of our dearly departed loved ones. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and keeping their memories close to our hearts. At 2pm, we will have a celebration of Dia de los Muertos.

After-hours contact:
If you need to reach our team after hours or for assistance when returning to the community from the emergency room, please call nurse on duty cellphone at 916-798-2239.

Thanksgiving Buffet:
Reminder for our Thanksgiving Buffet on November 21 at 11:00 AM. If you plan to join us, please give the community a call or use the link below to reserve your spot. We look forward to sharing a good meal and some time together!
Assisted living residents: Click Here
June's Place residents: Click Here

Blood Donation Drive:
We will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Donation Drive on December 22, and we're inviting our residents' families and community members to participate. Please sign up if you are interested.

Highly encouraged to reserve your spot: Click here

Weekly Call Response Time:
This week, we handled a total of 1542 calls with an average response time of 3 minutes and 59 seconds. We aim for every call to be responded to in 15 minutes or less. Anything longer will be investigated.

Thank you.

Giam Alviedo

CEO