January 2024: On The Boulevard

On The Boulevard

JANUARY 2024

Dear Residents,

Happy New Year! The Marbella opened in 1999 and is celebrating 25 years this year. In honor of the milestone anniversary, Guest Services is sponsoring a magnificent dinner on Saturday, January 20, 2024. You will soon receive an invitation inside your cubby, and we kindly ask that you RSVP as we expect this to be a well-attended event.

As you know, residential property taxes went down in 2023, and not surprisingly, the residents thought that there was a mistake. Mark Maran contacted the Collier County Appraiser’s office to learn more about what is happening to Marbella’s residential taxes. Mark learned that after Hurricane Ian, the Collier County Appraiser’s office first established the new market value [assessed value] for 2023 based on the actual sales during 2022. Marbella was classified as marginalized into 2023 sales and discounted the 2023 market value by 20%. The 20% reduction was granted for 2023 only. Bottomline, the 20% reduction will be removed in 2024.

Recently, the Social Committee introduced a new event starting the first week of January, utilizing the Barcelona Room as a cocktail bar. The Food & Beverage team will mix beverages from a satellite bar and serve you on a high-top table with stools or a cabaret table with chairs. The Committee will evaluate the event’s popularity and plans to begin beverage service every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM beginning January 15, 2024. We hope that you join your friends for a beverage and snacks before dinner.

Hopefully, your New Year’s resolutions include fitness. You may sign up in Darci’s office for Balance & Stretch with Jean each Tuesday and Thursday or Tai Chi each Monday and Wednesday.

Wishing each of you a Happy and Healthy 2024!

MANAGER’S MESSAGE

Happy New Year

We are geared to celebrate 2024 with new beginnings!

Our newly renovated Cove has seen considerable utilization in the year 2023! We encourage you to continue to take advantage of the beautiful space for special events. The Cove lounge also features a computer workstation, massage with esthetician services, a physical therapy room, movies and games on our new 84-inch TVs, fitness classes, and dining with your friends in the new Cove dining area.

Many opportunities are available here at The Marbella, including various socials and fitness classes. We look forward to increasing social events, taking advantage of the garden patio at The Cove, the poolside grill for cookouts, the west terrace for an array of outdoor dining and themed events, etc.

Are you entertaining in your home? Let our culinary

–Michelle Woodman, Resident Manager

team help with your dining experience, from light hors d’oeuvres to party trays, desserts, finger pastries, and more, as well as any beverage needs delivered to you.

Packages will continue to be delivered to your residence. If you feel under the weather, call the Front Desk Team; they will deliver your mail. Guest suites have now been updated, and all have two queen-size beds.

To highlight some of the improvements. Carpet, wallcoverings, furniture, and lighting in the residents’ common area hallways will be completed in the coming months. Housekeepers are available for in-unit cleaning. Please see Darci to schedule services. Veronica will assist with office services, FedEx, mail postage, notary, printing boarding passes, and copy services with scanning options. The Maintenance Team can help with all your in-unit needs after the first of the year. At your service!

Usefulness of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

• Electronic Health Records (EHR): AI can help streamline EHR management, making it easier for healthcare providers to access and update patient records. It also aids in data analysis for research and quality improvement.

• Natural Language Processing (NLP): NLP technology can extract and summarize information from medical records, research articles, and clinical notes. It helps clinicians stay up-to-date with the latest medical literature.

• Remote Monitoring: AI-driven wearable devices can continuously monitor a patient’s health, providing

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real-time data to healthcare providers. This is particularly valuable for chronic disease management and early detection of health issues.

• Fraud Detection: AI can identify fraudulent insurance claims and billing irregularities, saving healthcare organizations significant money.

• Personalized Medicine: AI helps tailor treatment plans to an individual’s genetic and medical profile, increasing the effectiveness of treatments and reducing side effects.

• Population Health Management: AI can analyze data to identify at-risk groups and implement preventive

KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS

Meet Dick and Clair Mohn –Sandra McDaries

Dick and Clair Mohn have been married for 68 years.

Dick is from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy in 1950 and Duke University in 1954. Clair graduated from Duke in 1955.

Dick and Clair met at a football game in college and married in November 1955. On the Christmas Day after their wedding, Dick was sent to Korea as an Army Intelligence Officer for 18 months. This separation resulted in Dick and Clair cherishing being together.

When Dick returned from Korea, they moved to Lancaster. They had two children, Blair and Celia, whom they consider their proudest accomplishments. Both children graduated from Duke before going on to graduate school. Their granddaughters Bianca, Emma, and Gabrielle have grown into caring, contributing adults like their parents.

Dick took over the family milk and ice cream manufacturing plant and went to Temple University for his MBA. In 1965, he sold his dairy business and started a bottled water company utilizing his manufacturing plant, equipment, and trucks.

He grew Cloister Spring Water into the largest bottler in the mid-Atlantic. He became President of the

American Bottled Water Association. He joined it with the European Bottled Water Association and became President of the International Bottled Water Association. This led to a continuation of the couple’s love of travel, which had begun in 1958 and led to places worldwide.

During this period, Dick served on a local bank board and was asked to become Chairman. Under his leadership, Sovereign Bank expanded from a local bank to a major Northeast institution with branches from Boston to Washington, DC.

Dick and Clair rang the closing bell of the New York Stock Exchange in 2011, the day Sovereign was listed.

In 1993, they bought a home in Port Royal, where they lived for 30 years before coming to Marbella in January 2023.

Clair is a third-generation Floridian from St. Petersburg. In addition to being a homemaker and raising their children, Clair ran a five-room two-story gift shop located in front of Dick’s manufacturing plant for ten years.

Active as a community volunteer, she served as President of the Junior League of Lancaster, President of the Rock Ford Foundation, on the founding board of the Community Art Gallery, a Trustee and on the Executive Committee of Linden Hall School for Girls, on the board of the Buchanan Foundation and various fundraising events for the Lancaster General Hospital.

Dick and Clair love being at The Marbella and meeting the residents and staff!

–Obayedur Khan, MD, FACP

measures to improve public health.

• Robotics in Surgery: Surgical robots, often assisted by AI, can perform minimally invasive procedures with high precision. This can lead to faster recovery times and reduced patient trauma.

• Mental Health Support: AI-driven chatbots and virtual counselors can provide mental health support and therapy to individuals, addressing the growing need for mental health services.

• Patient Engagement and Education: AI can deliver personalized health education content to patients and remind them of medication schedules, appointments,

and lifestyle recommendations.

• Quality Improvement: AI can analyze healthcare data to identify areas for quality improvement, helping hospitals and clinics enhance patient care and safety.

AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by improving patient outcomes, reducing costs, and enhancing the overall quality of care. However, it’s crucial to ensure that technologies are developed and used ethically and responsibly, addressing issues such as data privacy, bias, and regulatory compliance.

If you plan on attending an event or fitness class, it is essential that you RSVP in the mail room or concierge office. Thanks!

Liz

The

JANUARY ACTIVITIES

Walking Club (Daily)

Meet in Lobby at 7:50 AM

Depart at 8:00 AM

Route determined by walkers. Enjoy the cool weather!

Bridge

Every Monday 4:00 PM

Cove Solarium

Join us for cards followed by dinner—it’s fun and only costs $1. RSVP in the mail room, or call Bev Smith at 596-8627.

Tai Chi

Every Monday & Wednesday 4:00 PM

West Deck

Tai Chi emphasizes relaxation, balance, and mental focus. RSVP in the concierge office.

Sip & Chat

Every Tuesday 5:00-6:00 PM

Grand Salon

RSVP in the mail room.

West Point: A Cadet's Perspective

Wednesday, January 3 10:30 AM

Barcelona Room

Join Cadet Austin Henning 2025. He will discuss his experiences at West Point followed by Q&A. RSVP in the mail room.

Men's Lunch

Wednesday, January 10

Ladies' Lunch

Wednesday, January 17

Depart 11:30 AM

Hole-in-the-Wall Golf Club

RSVP in the mail room; indicate if you are able to drive (Yes/No).

Poker Night

Wednesday, January 10 4:00-7:00 PM

Barcelona Room

RSVP in the mail room.

Social Hour

Thursday, January 11 5:30 PM

Barcelona Room

The Paradise Coastmen

Barbershop Chorus perform. RSVP in the mail room.

Happy Hour

Starting January 15

Every Monday,

Wednesday & Friday 5:00-6:00 PM

Barcelona Room

Dan Roth Presentation

Thursday, January 18 11:00 AM

Barcelona Room

Resident Dan Roth presents his book-writing journey from his father’s diary during the Depression—a New York Times best seller. RSVP in the mail room.

Fellowship with Father Joe

Thursday, January 18 12:00 PM Library

Join Father Joe Maiocco from St. John’s Episcopal Church for a short meeting and prayer followed by lunch in dining room. Open to all faiths. RSVP in the mail room.

St. Matthew's House Tour, Shopping & Lunch

Thursday, January 25

Depart 10:30 AM RSVP in the mail room.

Social Hour

Thursday, January 25 5:30 PM

Barcelona Room

Decyo McDuffie performs Jazz, Motown and Broadway tunes. RSVP in the mail room.

Vasarely Exhibit

Friday, January 26

Depart 11:30 AM

Naples Art Institute RSVP in the mail room.

Sean Martinelli

Tuesday, January 30 10:30 AM

Barcelona Room

Local journalist, and host of Stories 2 Share, Sean shares how he uses TV/media to illuminate the best in society. RSVP in the mail room.

Marbella’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, January 20 – 6:00-8:00 PM Cocktails, dinner and live harp music. RSVP by 1/14/24.

Book Club

–Phyllis Sattar

On Friday, February 16, The Marbella Book Club will meet at noon in the Dining Room (Capri) for lunch and a conversation about The Dalai Lama's Cat by David Michie. The moderator will be Ronnie Poplock. Our meetings are open to everyone, even if you haven’t read the book. Reservations are required; RSVP in the mail room.

Resident Birthdays

Jackie Corn – January 2

Bill Allison – January 16

George Seifried – January 22

Noreen Johnson – January 28

Staff Birthdays

Miraldo Auguste – January 15

Jay Danielson – January 23

Staff Anniversaries

Thomas Collins – 19 Years

Rodrigo Delgado-Mendoca – 3 Years

Miraldo Auguste – 1 Year

Stetson Weins-Molesworth – 1 Year

(1) Sip & Chat started small—look at it now! 24 residents at our tree lighting/Sip & Chat. (2) Blanch greets PAWS dog. (3) Jake, Suzie & Wynn. (4) Laura, Bill, Joe & Ed. (5) Helene, Matty & Lynne. (6) Holiday Kickoff Party with Judy on the piano, Nina sings while the men’s chorus assists for the Twelve Days of Christmas. (7) Jackie & Karen. (8) Bill, Linda, Ed, Roberta, Dick & Carolyn.

Relax, Rejuvenate & Restore at The Cove Day Spa

Liz Black has 30+ years of experience in wellness and holistic healing, offering a variety of massages and facials. Call 239.273.6043 to make an appointment. (License #MA16149)

The Beauty Salon is open every Wednesday and Thursday (appointment only) for all things hair (Roberta) and nails (Dawn). Call 239.593.2330 to make an appointment. Eyelash and men's grooming appointments by request. Call 239.593.2330 to make an appointment with Gabriella. Dr. Alex, a doctor of acupuncture, specializes in pain management and facial treatments. Call 941.993.6454 to make an appointment.

Facial Party Fridays

Join Liz Black for a facial party in The Cove on Friday, January 19, from 2:00-3:00 PM. Try different products. Receive free samples and a gift. Light, healthy refreshments served. RSVP in the mail room.

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