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Highlights in this issue:

Save the Date The Fashion Show Is Near!

Don’t miss the lights, cameras, action and fashion all rolled into one fabulous evening at “The Lakeview Academy Awards Fashion Show” (LAAFS) HaHaHa. Come see who wins the awards for such categories as “Best PJs in a Drama” or “Best Hawaiian Shirt in a Western”. Be sure not to trip over the “Red Carpet” on your way in or maybe you’ll be lucky enough to run into one of the stars and have your picture taken! This spectacular event is happening Tuesday, March 22nd, at 7:15p.m.in the Grand Heritage Theatre (Heritage Activities Center). Call Transportation for your “Limo” to chauffeur you to the Awards Program.

We know you will be sitting on the edge of your seat just waiting to see who the big winners are for the night. See you there!

Neighborhood

News

Scott Edwards, Facilities Director (913) 744-2468 sedwards@lakeviewvillage.org I want to share a big thank you from the snow removal team to all the residents and staff for everyone’s patience and cooperation during

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Did You Know........................................Page 5 Living Well.............................................Page 7 What’s Happening!........................... Page 8-11 Cheers to You........................... Page 12-13, 16 Lakeview Survived Blizzard............... Page 17 Health News You Can Use.................. Page 19 In the Spotlight.................................... Page 21 New Dining Services Director............. Page 24 Published by Sun Publications, Inc. 4370 W. 109th St. • Overland Park, KS 66211 913-381-1010 Fax: 913-381-9889 ©2011 Sun Publications, Inc. Art Director: Kelsey Wilkinson Advertising Account Executive: Carol Burrington

The next issue of LakeViews will be available Thursday, March 31st.

The deadline to submit content for the March issue of LakeViews is noon Monday, March 7th.

For more information about Lakeview Village, please contact our Marketing department at (913) 744-2449. the winter storms we experienced this season.

A few statistics you might be interested in: January 9 storm took 8 men 280 hours to clear approximately 6 inches of snow; January 19 storm took 10 men 303 hours to clear approximately 7 inches of snow; the granddaddy storm on February 1 took 12 men 495 hours to clear approximately 11 inches of snow. We used an estimated 50 tons of salt on the roads around campus. You may have noticed the men spraying a liquid on the sidewalks. We experimented with a new liquid pre-treatment that worked fantastic. We used about 80 gallons of the liquid. One of the benefits to the new liquid is that it is environmentally safe for all animals and vegetation and is less damaging to the concrete. Thank you again for your tolerance and support as we worked hard to make Lakeview safe for everyone. n

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By Jennifer Manthey

he new cut-off date for resident billing will now be the last day of the month beginning with March 2011. This will allow all charges and credits for a particular month to show up on that month’s statement. (The prior cut-off date of the 20th of the month meant that charges and credits given after that day would not show up until the following month.) This decision was made after obtaining feedback from the Resident Council as well as other residents.

So what does this mean for you?

1.) With a cut-off date of the last day of the month—in this case, March 31st—you should see all additional items charged or credited in March on your statement.

2.) You won’t receive your statement until on or around the 5th of each month depending on where the weekend falls.

3.) The due date for your payment will change to the 15th of each month.

4.) If your payment is automatically withdrawn from your checking or savings account, that withdrawal will take place sometime around the 15th of the month.

If you have questions regarding this process, please call the Billing Department at 744-2478.

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Did You Know March is…

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fined grains. However, in contrast, the intake of vegetables, fruits, grains and fat-free and low-fat dairy products should be increased, as well as lean proteins including seafood,

By Debbie Jacobs-Karlstrom poultry, meat, eggs, beans and peas, soy products and unsalted nuts and seeds.

Did you know that our local HyVee Store has an on-staff, Registered Dietician/Wellness Coach? Want to find healthy foods nutritionally-balanced eating plan gives located in every aisle, or do you need assistance us energy and endurance to carry out our with meal suggestions or need guidance for special physical and social activities, but it also dietary needs? All these services are free to you makes us feel good! Healthy eating means makby calling or emailing Courtney Keonin. You can ing healthful food choices the majority of the time, reach her at 913-438-8308 or by email at 1383diwhich gives us a chance to eat our favorite food and etitian@hy-vee.com. You can also sign up for an not feel like we have to buy diet or special foods.

E-newsletter for tips and what’s new at the store as Simply follow these few basic principles: eat a well as new healthy recipes. We are in the provariety of foods, eat regular meals and eat relatively cess of setting up an afternoon program sometime the same amount of food at each meal. in March to have Courtney come speak. So, stay Trying to add more fiber into your diet? Include a tuned for the day and time. wide variety of fruits and vegetables; incorporate I saw a Maxine cartoon not long ago that depictlow-fat, whole grain products such as breads, hot ed Maxine coming from the doctor and the doctor or cold cereals, crackers or brown rice; substitute had informed her to add more color to her diet. Her cooked dried beans, peas and lentils for protein; solution was to add M & M’s every day…I’m sure and drink plenty of water to move the fiber along. that’s not quite what the doctor had in mind. Eat While water is the best fluid, try mineral water, club well to be well. n soda, juice, milk, coffee or tea (decaffeinated) and soups to maintain hydration.

Just in: the updated USDA Dietary Guidelines The annual High have been released. This is the 7th edition of the Tea, hosted by resiguidelines and the major difference this year places dents, was another an emphasis on managing body weight through huge success! The all stages of life through continued attention to final total raised for consuming only enough calories from foods and the Good Samaritan beverages to meet daily needs and by being physiFund is $1,803.51. cally active. These new guidelines suggest limiting The Good Samaritan Fund assists residents who sodium (salt) to 1500 mg per day and lowering the might need some financial assistance. What a consumption of saturated fats, dietary cholesterol, great community we have in Lakeview! trans fatty acids, solid fats, added sugars and re-

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Are You Ready For Some

Adventure?

At Lakeview Village

We are off to a great start walking the Great Wall of China. We still want more walkers, so get signed up to participate. The Great Wall Challenge is a virtual walk spanning a 1,500 mile portion of the Great Wall of China. The Wall is hanging up in the Fitness Center at Eastside Terrace. Come over and get registered. The forms are located in the Fitness Center just above the Great Wall mural.

Fill out the registration form and leave it in the box. Pick out a little person from the box and write your name on the flag.

Place your person at the start.

You get a fortune cookie just for registering; this is your first prize!

Pick up a log sheet and start tracking your activity. You have a couple of options: you can count your steps if you want or just track your activity minutes. All steps and activity minutes are converted into miles using the chart on the back of the log sheet. Upon completing a log sheet, which is a full month of activity, you can move your person the miles you have completed and enter your name in the special box for a drawing

to win a special prize!

The idea of this activity is to get you consistent in your physical activity and have some fun. It is winter, cold and just not very nice outside.

We are hoping to motivate you to stay active in different ways. So you may be wondering what counts as activity? Well activity can be anything— cleaning, dancing, shopping, volunteering and, of course, an exercise class.

C’mon be part of the movement to be healthy and active this winter. The Great Wall also has some special markers notating the history of these landmarks we will be crossing. And remember, this is a resident and employee challenge – so this is your opportunity to see if your housekeeper, grounds person or server is part of the challenge. If you are already registered, talk it up and get others involved! If you have questions, please contact any of the Living Well Staff; our numbers are located on the Living Well Calendar of Events in the middle of this issue. See you at the Wall! n

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Places To Go, People To Meet & Things To Do Nyoka Isabell, Activities Coordinator (913) 744-2417 nisabell@lakeviewvillage.org Ticket purchase required =

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(Fri) Book Club ~ 10 a.m., Rose Garden Room ~ “Bless Me, Ultima” will be discussed. The (Tues) KU Osher Continuing Education guest discussion leader, Sr. Rosemary Kolich, Class ~ 2 to 4 p.m., Southridge will arrive at 10:30. This program is sponsored Treetop ~ “NASA: An Insider’s by the Kansas Humanities Council. If you would Perspective” like to participate, please contact resiBunko with JCCC Students ~ 6:45 p.m., Herident Nancy Banker tage Lower Level ~ The students will return to play at 649-8188.

Bunko with the residents as a class project. Don’t know how to play? The students will teach you.

(Sat) There will be no movie scheduled for Mobility limitations? Let the students work out today. options to accommodate you.

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by Robert Copeland and “New Song”, a 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m., Heritage 2nd Floor small choir led by Louise Copeland.

Common Area ~ The cost is just $5.00 per watch. The signup sheet to reserve your time slot is (Mon) Monthly Birthday Party ~ 7:15 p.m., located in the Heritage Coffee Lounge.

Heritage Activity Center ~ The Shawnee Mission North Strolling Strings will (Thurs) Alterations by Patrice ~ 1 perform. Everyone welcome! Refreshp.m., Heritage 2nd Floor Common Area ments available after the program.

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Bunko with JCCC Students – 6:45 p.m., Heritage Lower Level ~ The students will return to play Bunko with the residents as a class project.

(Tues) Breakfast Group ~ Bus pickup at 8:30 a.m. ~ Going to First Watch. Bus cost: $2.00

Chestnut Theatre ~ Bus pickup at 7 p.m. ~ “This Land is Your Land – The Folk Years” is the scheduled program. Folk music is the story of America.

This program is full of lush, exquisite harmonies with voices that blend and interKU Osher Continuing Education twine. Cost: $19.50 Class ~ 2 to 4 p.m., Southridge Treetop ~ “NASA: An Insider’s Perspective”

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(Wed) Residents Meeting ~ 2 p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ Program topic to be announced—please watch Channel 2 for more information. This will be broadcast live on Channel 4 and rebroadcast later that day at 8 p.m.

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St. Patrick’s Day Dance ~ 2 to 3:30 p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ Show your Irish spirit and wear green to the dance. Our favorite DJ Phil Jay will provide the music. There’s plenty of room on the dance floor and light refreshments are available.

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(Wed) Financial Seminar ~ 10 a.m., Southridge Treetop ~ How to avoid probate and why you should. This is a free (Sat) Community Coffee ~ 9 to 11 a.m., seminar sponsored by the Lakeview Village FounHeritage Activity Center ~ All residents dation. Speaker: Debra Davis Hallauer, Attorney are welcome! Refreshments. at Law. Seating is limited; registration required.

Please RSVP to 744-2456 by Friday, March 11.

(Sun) Daylight Savings Time Begins ~ Don’t forget to set your clocks forward Identity Theft & Fraud: It Could Be You—3 one hour prior to bedtime on Saturday p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ Presented by a evening!! speaker from the United States Secret Service who will speak about tips for recognizing and avoiding telephone scams, identity theft and fraud.

For more information, please see article Author Program ~ 2 p.m., Heritage Activity on page 5.

Center ~ “It’s Never Too Late” featuring local (Thurs) Happy St. Patrick’s Day! author, quilter and Lakeview resident Bea Oglesby.

For more information please see Community News on page 18.

Ash Wednesday ~ 7 p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ With Chaplain Jones. Ashes will be imposed.

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Alterations by Patrice ~ 1 p.m., Heritage (Tues) Argosy Casino Trip ~ Bus pickup at 8:30 a.m. ~ Enough time 2nd Floor Common Area for gambling and lunch. Bus Catholic Mass ~ 7 p.m., Heritage Activity cost: $3.50 Center ~ Confession begins at 6:15 p.m., same location

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(Sat) Movie & Popcorn ~ 2 p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ Please watch Channel 2, bulletin boards and easels near the dining room for the selected movie title and information.

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Places To Go, People To Meet & Things To Do Nyoka Isabell, Activities Coordinator (913) 744-2417 nisabell@lakeviewvillage.org Bus Service =

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(Sun) KC Symphony @ JCCC ~ Bus pickup at 1:15 p.m. ~ “Four Dances from Estancia, Plus Mozart” Tickets for this event must be purchased at the Symphony Box Office by calling 816-4710400. Bus service can be arranged by calling the Lakeview reception desk. Bus cost: $4.00

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(Tues) What Not Shop Fashion Show ~ 7:15 p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ Don’t miss this annual event.

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(Sat) KC Repertory Theatre ~ Bus pickup at 12:30 p.m. ~ “Cabaret” Tickets for this event must be purchased at the Repertory Box Office by calling 816-235-2700.

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(Tues) Bunko with JCCC Students ~ 6:45 p.m., Heritage Lower Level ~ The students will return to play Bunko with the residents as a class project.

(Wed) KU Osher Continuing Education Class ~ 7 to 9 p.m., Heritage Activity Center ~ “Globalization: America’s Evolving Role in the World of Today and Tomorrow”

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(Thurs) Supper Club ~ Bus pickup at 4:30 p.m. ~ Going to Trezo Mare in Briarcliff.

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(Thur) AARP Driver Safety Class ~ 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Southridge Treetop ~ Registration (Mon) “Love In The Afternoon” ~ Bus must be done at the Heritage Reception Desk. pickup at 11 a.m. ~ “Soft Sounds of the 60’s” This cannot be billed to your Lakeview account.

This event provides a lunch and show. Cost: Cost: $14.00 or $12.00 if you are an $11.50 (bus and ticket) A few AARP member. Must show AARP seats will be available on the card to receive discount at the time of bus for season tickets holders. sign-up.

Bus only: $1.50 Please specify when signing up.

Quality Hill Playhouse ~ Bus pickup at 11:45 a.m.

(Wed) AARP Driver Safety Class ~ 10 a.m. ~ “Look To The Rainbow: The to 3 p.m., Southridge Treetop ~ Registration Lyrics of Yip Harburg” Cost: must be done at the Heritage Reception Desk. $18.00 This cannot be billed to your Lakeview account.

Cost: $14.00 or $12.00 if you are an (Wed) Diana Exhibit at Union Station AARP member. Must show AARP ~ Bus pickup at 9 a.m. ~ The bus will card to receive discount at the time of stop for lunch at a local restaurant (to be sign-up. announced later) at your cost. There will be a lot of walking and standing involved in this tour, which is self-guided and should take about 1 hour. Tour & Bus Cost: $21.00

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Sign up required at Reception Desk unless otherwise noted.

SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LISTED IN THIS ISSUE BEGINS Monday, March 7, 2011 AFTER 11:30 A.M. tion” with “Catlett Scholarship” on the memo line.

We will have a Senior Student Appreciation Celebration on April 26h where the scholarships will Catlett Scholarship collection boxes are located be awarded and all of our high school seniors will in the Heritage & Northpointe lobbies and South- be recognized. All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. ridge mailroom.

Show your support to our seniors – donate to All contributions are tax deductible. Checks are their college opportunity. n preferred. Make checks out to “Lakeview Founda-

Richard Catlett Scholarship Collection

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Cheers to You Lakeview!

Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!

By Lauren Nelson May the road rise up to meet you May the wind be always at your back May the sun shine warm upon your face And the rains fall soft upon your fields And until we meet again may God hold you In the palm of his hand.

(An old Irish blessing)

t seems as if everyone has a little Irish spunk embedded in them on St. Patrick’s Day— even if they don’t have a drop of Irish heritage streaming in them. Remember that old saying, “Everybody is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!” While St. Patrick’s Day is, of course, tied specifically to the Irish, when it comes right down to it, many of those who join in the revelry don’t know a shamrock from shinola. Not only is St. Patrick’s Day in March, but the whole month has been dedicated to Irish Heritage since 1991. So what makes St. Patrick’s Day so popular that it draws millions of people to celebrations and parades all around the country?

One reason is that, though nearly everyone claims Baird Coat of Arms Irish heritage on March 17th, about 20 perfect of Americans actually do come at least partially from Irish

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stock thanks to nearly 4 million immigrants who came from the Emerald Isle to Ellis Island in the 1800’s. One thing all Irish men and women hold is their “Irish Pride.”

Glenna Fuller is full of Irish spunk. Her father was an Irishman, but it was her grandfather, James Baird, who ventured to the United States at the age of 18. Just like everyone else, he migrated to James Baird America seeking a better life for himself, his family and the generations following him. Glenna’s father died in a sudden accident during her adolescence, so the recollection of her paternal grandfather is a little foggy.

Her grandfather and father died in the same year. James Baird was born in March 1859, in Ireland. His mother died when he was quite young. Once the ship docked, James made his way to Iowa where he had some relatives. He struck out on his own, venturing to northeastern Nebraska with nothing but his name and very little in his pocket. With very little money he was able to acquire some farmland. He was a tall, hardworking, energetic young man and was able to acquire three farms in that community, known as Brenna Center, nine miles southwest of Wayne, Nebraska.

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ily and a very civic-minded citizen. He helped establish and build the rural school there along with a church for the community. He was involved in local politics. Glenna recalls, “I remember him as a strict but jovial grandfather with a bushy gray mustache who drank his coffee from a saucer. He walked with a cane and on occasion would walk down to the local bakery and bring home doughnuts for all to enjoy.”

Glenna’s grandmother, Jennie Reid Baird, was an Irish jewel. Jennie was born in 1853 in County Tyrone, Ireland. At the young age of eight, her mother passed away, so her father decided they should come to America. She never attended school after arriving here and assumed the role of taking care of her father, cooking, cleaning and everything else. Glenna remembers her as a feisty, red-haired little lady, always bustling about serving others. She would be dropped off at grandma’s house whenever her parents went into town for their weekly shopping. She always had a delightful time. “She made wonderful sugar cookies, which we always ate sitting on the floor in the kitchen while the adults would gather around the dining room table for coffee and cookies.” Her spunk kept her going and she lived to be 98 years old.

Dorothy Muck’s father, Jack O’Donnell, and the whole O’Donnell clan came to America in September of 1875. Jack, along with his eight other siblings, took a steamboat Jack O’Donnell to Tarbert,

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where they spent a few weeks before boarding the ship “Wyoming” for New York and eventually making their way to Kansas.

He had two older brothers who had already established themO’Donnell Coat of Arms selves in the States. Though he was young when he left Ireland, Jack held vivid memories of the old home, the places and personal happenings of Ireland. He, along with the other nine siblings, put together a book sharing all of their memories of living in Ireland.

In his writings, Jack reveals memories of living at home in Carhueduff House, going on outings to visit Grandma and Grandpa in Tarbert, taking trips to Dunsala and Spanish Point, the school house they attended and even the beggars of Ireland. The Carhuduff house rested a mile and a half from Miltown Malbay on the West Coast of Ireland. They would walk to the cliffs of Moher, what now is a major tourist attraction. The house had seven bedrooms, a parlor, drawing room, two kitchens, four pantries—one of which was used for a dairy—and a scullery where turf was piled up on recess. All the rooms were named and each had a bell which rang in the kitchen. They named all the fields that circled the house. There was the “Far Off” field with a little brook for a boundary line; here the sheep were washed before shearing. Next was the “Well Field”, a spring there supplied the drinking-water for the family. The paddock continued on page 16

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9:30 Water Works-AC 10:00 Tai Chi 2-NP 11:00 Aqua Variety Hour 1:00 Fitness Center

Orientation-FC 2:00 FallProof!-H, AFAP-AC 3:00 Energy Strong-SR CANCELLED

Jackie Halbin Living Well Manager (913)744-2422

Debbie Jacobs-Karlstrom Living Well Instructor (913)744-2437 Sandy Ayars Living Well Instructor (913) 951-3812

Locations: NP: Northpointe Lower Level H: Heritage 4th Floor

Exercise Room HLL: Heritage Lower Level SR: Southridge Treetop 5th Floor GV: Gardenview 3rd Floor

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8:30 Energy Strong-NP 8:45 Water Works-AC 9:30 FallProof!-NP 10:00 AFAP-AC 10:30 Gentle Joints-H 1:00 Fitness Center Orientation - FC 2:00 Tai Chi-H, FallProof!-NP 2:00 Water Walk-AC 3:00 Energy Strong-NP

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8:30 Energy Strong-NP 8:45 Water Works-AC 9:30 FallProof!-NP Eastside Terrace 10:00 AFAP-AC Locations: 10:30 Gentle Joints-H FC: Fitness Center 1st Floor 1:00 Fitness Center Orientation-FC AC: Aquatic Center-1st Floor 2:00 Tai Chi-H, FallProof!-NP ET: Media Center-1st Floor 2:00 Water Walk-AC 3:00 Energy Strong-NP SIGN UP FOR 21/28 FITNESS CENTER 8:30 Energy Strong-NP ORIENTATION 8:45 Water Works-AC 9:30 FallProof!-NP Mondays and Tuesdays from 10:00 AFAP-AC 10:30 Gentle Joints-H 1:00 - 2:00 1:00 Fitness Center Orientation-FC 2:00 Tai Chi-H 2:00 FallProof!-NP 2:00 Water Walk-AC 3:00 Energy Strong-NP

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Orientation-FC 1:00 Caregiver Support

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9:30 Water Works-AC 10:00 Tai Chi 2-NP 11:00 Aqua Variety Hour 1:00 Fitness Center

Orientation-FC 1:00 Caregiver Support

Group-GV (March 22) 2:00 FallProof!-H 2:00 AFAP-AC 3:00 Energy Strong-SR

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8:30 Circuits & Circuits-FC 8:45 Water Works-AC 10:00 AFAP-AC 10:30 Gentle Joints-H 1:30-3:30

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8:30 Circuits & Circuits-FC 8:45 Water Works-AC 10:00 AFAP-AC 10:30 Gentle Joints-H 1:30-3:30 (March 23)

SPICE-ET Media Center 1:30-3:30 (March 30) Memories In The Making-GV

2:00 Water Walk-AC 2:00 Water Walk-AC 3:00 Circuits & Circuits-FC

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Wear your green today!

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8:30 Energy Strong-NP 8:45 Water Works-AC 9:30 FallProof!-NP 10:00 AFAP-AC 10:30 Gentle Joints-H 2:00 Tai Chi-H 2:00 FallProof!-NP 2:00 Water Walk-AC 3:00 Energy Strong-NP Need Help With Your Workout In The Fitness Center?

Wednesdays And Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Living Well Ambassadors Elaine Foley And Sharon Camp Are Here To Assist You. Stop By And See Them!

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their stomachs. They rang the bell, rang it again and again but no one showed. They walked next, where horses were trained and the boys around and explored the paddock, entering a held athletic sports. The field held an old fort. slate tile barn. The daughter-in-law climbed These forts were built up in the hay loft and by the Danes and were discovered an old side usually in threes, about saddle. On their way one and a half miles out, they backed up so apart. It was supposed Dorothy could get one that there were set last picture. From the secret passages becorner of her eye Dorotween each fort. Theirs thy saw a little old lady was hollow and a man waving. She invited could crawl around in them in for a bite and it; a tongs and churn cup of tea. The next The O’Donnell Clan were said to have thing Dorothy knew, been found there. Jack the little lady was ofrecalled in his writings, “We liked to play in the fering them Irish crème of Irish whiskey. She fort part of the paddock. There was a hole where served it just plain. It warmed them up instantly. one could get down and crawl around underThe lady offered them the saddle and a piece of ground. It was fun to go ‘teeming’. Great excite- slate from the roof that Dorothy still has to this ment when eels were caught, as they squirmed day. To Dorothy’s knowledge, the house is now so it was hard to hold them. They were fine fried a bed and breakfast. or potted as Mother used to cook them.” Jack Even thought these individuals moved 3,176 also recalls the last day in Ireland before ventur- miles away from their birth place, they still ing to America. “I remember the last morning proudly held onto their Heritage. They came to there (in Tarbert). Early we went to in the ‘long America not knowing what the future would car’ to take the train at hold. Maybe it was the Foynes, 12 miles away, Irish spunk in them! on to Queenstown.

“Americans of Irish From there we took descents have played the ship “Wyoming” a vital role in shaping for New York.” From our history and culture.

Jack O’Donnell’s One-third to one-half personal writings, the of the American troops O’Donnell clan was during the Revolutionvery successful here. ary War and nine of the Carhueduff House The boys became ei56 signers of the Decther Doctors or hardware store owners. laration of Independence were Irish Americans.

Dorothy, Wendell, their son and daughterIrish Americans explored our frontiers, built in-law made a trip to Ireland in 1990. Dorothy many of our nation’s bridges, canals, and railwrote the people who now occupied the Carroads. And their proud record of public service huduff house letting them know she was comhelped to fortify our democracy.” - George W. ing. It was quite the escapade. The four of them Bush 2003 proclamation of Irish Heritage approached the front door with butterflies filling Month. n continued from page 13

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Lakeview Survived the Blizzard!!!

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here are many things that make Lakeview Village a very special place to live and work. The first week of February was a perfect example of the hard work and dedication put forth by the staff of Lakeview Village. Although we are not able to capture all of the ways staff went above the call of duty, here are a few.

• 32 employees stayed overnight at Lakeview during the winter storm and worked extra shifts – finding spots in Centerpointe, Garden cottages and resident homes to catch a few hours of sleep. 12 employees stayed overnight 2 nights!

• At least 25 employees stayed over their regular shift to cover other shifts for those who could not get into work or were going to be late to work.

• 12 employees jumped in to help deliver meals to residents through ice, wind, snow and more snow.

• At least 15 people worked in a different de-

Center

of the

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The “Dish” on Dining Services

Tim Sullivan, Interim Dining Services Director 744-2402 tsullivan@lakeviewvillage.org

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am happy to have the cold days of February behind us. Hopefully we are moving closer to spring and nice warm days. In the wake of all the cold weather I wanted to pass along some disheartening news I received from our produce company.

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partment other than their own to help out.

• The Heritage kitchen team cooked meals for the staff that stayed overnight, including dinner and breakfast. They also prepared boxed meals several days in a row for all of the cottage residents.

• 16 employees helped clear the mountains of snow including Grounds, Maintenance and Housekeeping, along with 4 Remodelers who went to Ridgeview Village to help out there.

• At least 5 employees picked up other staff so they could get to work and took them home. At least 1 employee walked to work (not including those who walked/pushed their cars out of the snow).

• At least 8 students came in to help since school was cancelled.

A special thanks to the Lakeview employees for all they do! n Unfortunately we were not the only place affected by the cold weather. Unseasonably cold weather from Florida to many parts of South America have had a drastic effect on the amount and quality of available produce. Everything from lettuce, melons, tomatoes and vine items to oranges and tree fruit has been hurt. It affects some more drastically than others, but in the end, it translates into poor quality, less availability or higher prices for us as end users.

We are continuing to monitor availability and quality so that we do not have to eliminate these items from out menu, but we may have to make some adjustments.

Given all that has just been discussed, we are currently in the process of rolling out a new menu in March. As always, we are trying to keep some of the favorites available while incorporating some new menu items. You should be seeing this by the end of the month. n

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Community News Regularly Scheduled Events

There are many activities on campus that happen on a regular basis, but we don’t have room in every issue of LakeViews to publish this list.

Instead, we have compiled a list of those activities with times, dates, location and frequency.

This one-page list can be posted on a refrigerator or other location for easy reference. The list was recently updated to include the new Blood Pressure Clinic schedule and can be obtained at either reception desk along with a list for grocery trips scheduled on a regular basis.

Conversations

Dance Changes

Dances have been hosted at Lakeview for a long time with very good participation. Some of the devoted dancers have made suggestions for changes to the dances that might increase participation. If you see a dance scheduled for the afternoon, please feel free to attend and invite your friends. This suggestion was made to see if we could accommodate residents that might not drive at night to attend evening dances. You might see a few Centerpointe residents attend, but don’t let that discourage you in participating as there is plenty of room on the dance floor. We will also change things by having a live band provide music at some of the dances instead of a DJ. So put on your dance shoes and come join us!

Author Program

The Johnson County Library and Lakeview VilConversations is a group of residents that come lage will co-sponsor an Author Program on Suntogether to enjoy talking with neighbors about is- day, March 13, at 2 p.m. in Heritage Activity Center. This program is very much like the “Secsues and events going on in our nation or around ond Sunday” program that was discontinued a year the world. All points of view are invited. This ago. Local author (and Lakeview resident) Bea group meets the second Thursday of each month in the Southridge Sun Room at 7 p.m. Questions? Oglesby will discuss her latest book entitled, “Circle Flower Appliqué in the Round”. In her lecture, Call Frank Neff at 913-310-0031. called “It’s Never Too Late,” she proves that no matter your age or circumstances, that whatever Tired of costly car repairs and gas? your goals, they can be met and accomplished.

Refreshments will be provided. Bus service is Had it with driving in the snow? available by calling Transportation at 744-2490.

Grandkids want a sportier model?

To learn more about Bea Oglesby, see her “In the Spotlight” in this issue of LakeViews. n

Consider donating your vehicle to the Lakeview Village Foundation.

Receive a generous tax deduction and help others!

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Health News

Jan Pearson, Director of Health Services (913) 744-2475 jpearson@lakeviewvillage.org

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Too little sleep can also lead to high blood pressure, pre-diabetes and diabetes, dangerous heart rhythms and elevated stress hormones.

But before you sleepy heads get too smug: remember all things in moderation. It turns out that sleeping nine hours or more on a routine basis

also increases your risk of cardiovascular disease compared to those people who slept seven to eight hours.

Make it a priority to get seven to eight hours of sleep each 24-hour period. If you get short changed during the night for some reason, try to sneak in a nap during the day. Tips to get a good night’s sleep include: • Keep your bedroom dark, cool and quiet • Avoid caffeinated beverages after 1 or 2 p.m.

• Avoid drinking alcohol within four hours of bedtime • Get at least 30–60 minutes of moderate or vigorous exercise each day. n

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Volunteer Opportunities

Marketing in Motion

Shellie Sullivan, Community Life Manager (913) 744-2410 ssullivan@lakeviewvillage.org

Centerpointe Care Center

The Care Center staff is looking for volunteers to deliver mail to the residents of the Care Center Monday – Saturday. You can do one day a week or more if you’d like. Call Shellie if you are interested. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

We have a need for a one-on-one visitor for one of our special Care Center residents. If you are interested in being a buddy for them please call Shellie. Thank you!

Library

Volunteers are needed. Shifts are short and training is provided. It’s a great way to meet other residents!

“Neighbor to Neighbor”

Share your gifts and talents with other residents who might need a little assistance. The “Neighbor to Neighbor Directory” is currently being updated. Call Shellie if you would like to be added.

Child Development Center

The Child Development Center is looking for residents to make bibs for the kids. They would love to have them made from terry cloth or other absorbent material. Contact Mary Webb in the CDC at 744-2342 if you can help. Thank you.

A Big Thank You!

A BIG thank you to the 26 men and women who worked so hard to make The High Tea such a great success!

Sincerely, Barbara Joiner & Jan Marr

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Pie Bakers: Start Your Mixers!

On Saturday, March 12 from 1-3 pm, it’s time to flaunt your pie-making prowess and help us make Pies and Pianos event a delicious success!

This event will feature dessert pies baked by our very own residents, staff and friends. The pies will be judged by prospective residents attending the event, Lakeview Ambassadors in attendance and the pie bakers themselves. Be the creator of the winning pie and take home the grand prize – a KitchenAid mixer valued at $200. Since we are expecting a large turnout, and we wouldn’t want any of our guests to miss out on tasting your scrumptious creation, we are asking that you bring two of the same type of pie. For more information on entering your tasty treat into the competition or volunteering to host the event, please call 913744-2449.

Spring Open House Hosts Needed Saturday, March 26, from 10 am to 2 pm, will see the return of Lakeview’s Spring Open House.

We need residents to act as hosts and hostesses in our model homes and in the lobby of Eastside Terrace to welcome guests as they arrive. If you’d like to help, please call 913-744-2449. n

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rESIDEnt Bea oglesby

By Maggie Weed Bea Oglesby operates on the theory “it’s never too late.” She proved it when she published her first book in 2000 at age 76. Her energy and enthusiasm propelled her into production. Eight books later, with each selling 10,000 copies, she is still designing, writing and quilting. Her popular books are not “how to”, but are on design. They include birds, wild flowers, butterflies, veggies, fruits and nursery rhymes. And she’s made quilts to illustrate each. Her home in Gardenview is a museum of books, paintings and quilts.

Bea grew up in Miami, Florida, where she attended Dominican Catholic schools through college. She met her husband, Redding, when he returned from serving in the Air Force during the war. After retirement, he became the civilian director of engines for the Air Force. His job took them to Washington D.C., New York, California, Japan, Illinois and Kansas. They returned to Kansas to settle because they liked the ambiance of the Midwest…and one of their three daughters lived in Lenexa. Redding died over a year ago and Bea moved to Lakeview in May, 2010. Although Bea never worked, she did volunteer for 10 years in the Johnson County Resource Library when it opened.

On Sunday, March 13, Bea will speak at the Author Program in the Heritage Activity Center at 2 p.m. She’ll discuss her books, publishing and quilting. She’s anxious to share her experiences so mark your calendars.

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EMPLoYEE Mindy Dollar

By Lauren Nelson Here is a new face many of you will get to know; her name is Mindy Dollar. Mindy joined the Lakeview team as the new Billing Coordinator. Mindy is from Union County, Pennsylvania. Growing up in the steel city shaped her into an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan. She was disappointed with the outcome of Super Bowl Sunday. Mindy joined the Air Force, which relocated her to Florida. It was a dramatic climate change for her. During her 4 years in the Air Force, Mindy specialized in flight simulators for F4E, basically the back seat pilot who was known as the bomb dropper. Her duties were to work on the radar scopes and land mass.

While stationed in Florida, Mindy fell for the sheet metal mechanic whom she went on to marry.

After departing from the Air Force, Mindy and her husband Brian headed to the Music City of Nashville, Tennessee. She loves Tennessee; there was never a dull moment. They had 3 children—two girls and one boy in the middle. After leaving Tennessee, the pack moved to Platte City where she currently resides. Brian works for American Airlines, so they were affected by the departure of the airline in the area. American Airlines relocated Brian to Texas, where he currently lives. They are fortunate to see one another a few times throughout the month. What Mindy treasures the most is spending quality time with her four grandchildren and excitedly anticipates the arrival of another one.

Mindy is very excited to be at Lakeview! It was a little overwhelming at first trying to place names with faces. She loves meeting all the residents and is glad to be at their service.

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Tired of Writing a Check Every Month?

By Jennifer Manthey

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re you tired of having to write a check each month for your monthly service fee and/or other charges on your Lakeview Village statement? Guess what! You don’t have to! Lakeview Village offers several options for automatic withdrawal of your monthly statement payment from your checking or savings account. Here’s how it works: • Pick up a confidential “Authorization Agreement

for Automatic Payments (ACH Debits)” form

from the Heritage Place or Eastside Terrace

Reception Desks.

• Complete the form and attach a voided check

from your checking account or a bank verifica

tion form—which can be obtained from your

bank—if you choose to have it withdrawn from

your savings account.

• You have three options related to the withdrawal

amount and you will need to note which you

choose on the form: • Have the full amount due from your statement withdrawn from your account (i.e. monthly service fee, any additional recurring charges such as internet or extra garage and other additional charges such as trips, guest rooms, etc.).

• Set a maximum withdrawal amount (i.e. you tell us what the maximum amount to withdraw is and we will only withdraw up to that amount and you would then need to write a check for anything over that amount).

• Choose to have just your monthly service fee amount withdrawn from your account and then write a check for anything over that amount.

• Then drop the form off in any of the Monthly

Service Fee drop boxes located in the highrises.

• Once you have done all of that, your next state

ment will show the amount to be automatically

withdrawn around the 15th of the month and

you can kick back and relax, not worrying about

getting your check in the payment box on time.

It’s that easy! If you have questions regarding the Lakeview Village automatic withdrawal procedure, please contact the Billing Department at 744-2478. n

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Winter Art Show

By David Bell

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ou are invited to the Art Gallery in the lower level of the Eastside Terrace Community Center to view the unique Winter Art Show. It is the 40th art show that has been held at Lakeview Village. You will enjoy the talent and variety of media displayed—Glass and Tile, Stained Glass, Photography, Charcoal, Pen and Ink, Watercolor, Scratch Board (featuring kittens), Acrylics and Prints (artists’ proofs) and even a lovely black and white Quilt.

Subjects range from penguins to a sailboat, cowboys to roses, a Fountain Lake winter scene to an acrylic painting of a 1947 seven inch screen television set. Contributing Lakeview artists include: Sue Hamilton, Keith Anderson, Pat Arnold, David Bell, Anna Mae Greiner, Jan Marr, Jo Neff, Bill Oakley, Shirley Pirnie, Tom Porter, Doris Reese, Shelia Rohrer, Glenn Saunders, Bob Schneider, Rosanna Thompson and Carolyn Weisheit.

This unique black and white show featuring the art of thirty-five Lakeview artists can be seen until March 26. The next art show, entitled “Signs of Spring,” will be hung and ready for viewing on April 2.

The art committee also wishes to thank Carol Kasselder, Sheila Rohrer, Bob Schneider, Carolyn Weisheit, Bob Hamilton, Dave Bell and Jo Neff—record keeper—for their help in hanging the art, registering artists and taking care of all the other mechanics that make an art show possible.

Sign-up sheets for the next show, “Signs of Spring”, will be available at Heritage in early March. n

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the Madness Has arrived

By Lauren Nelson

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he “Madness” has begun…get your team scoped out, brackets set-up and you’re ready for March Madness. What could be better than 68 trophy-hungry college basketball teams coming together to fight in one of the most popular tournaments in the states? For the first time in the history of the event, 68 teams will enter the tournament. This means more fans

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will enjoy cheering for their favorite team. It’s a phenomenon that grips the national sports psyche from the first week of March through the first week of April. The Madness is an exciting time, even if you’re not normally an avid sports fan.

It kicks-off with the televised Selection Sunday event on March 13, when teams from schools large and small get the decision on whether they will be in the tournament. The 73rd edition of the single-elimination tournament for men’s NCAA Division 1 basketball is scheduled to begin on March 15, and will conclude with the championship game on April 4 at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. All that’s left to say is “Rock Chalk Jayhawk”. Good luck Boys! n

The tournament schedule is as follows:

First Four: March 15-16 Round 1: March 17-18 Round 2: March 19-20 Sweet 16: March 24-25 Elite 8: March 26-27 Final Four: April 2 National Championship: April 4

GOING GReeN To share your “green” ideas or to join the Living Green at Lakeview Committee, contact Shellie Sullivan at (913)744-2410 ssullivan@lakeviewvillage.org

Green Tips/Topic of the Month:

Shredding Dates set! The Green Express Studio will return to shred your papers. They will set up the shredding in the Heritage Coffee Lounge located in the entry way across from the Library.

They will be here March 29th and April 19th from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Also –the animal shelter that collected our shredded paper does not want it anymore, so please put all shredded paper in the regular trash.

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Glass Recycling Pickup:

The glass recycling collection bins will be available March 4, 5 & 6. Do not leave glass for recycling except on these dates.

Please remember to rinse your glass containers and take off all caps and lids before putting them in the bin. Thank you.

Thank you.

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Lakeview Village Welcomes New Dining Services Director

By Jennifer Manthey

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t’s obvious when talking with Jon Williams that he is a passionate man. Passionate about his family, passionate about the residents he serves and passionate about FOOD! With over 26 years of experience in Food Service, he is excited to share that passion with Lakeview Village. And once you have a chance to visit with him, you will realize how contagious that passion is.

Jon moved to the Kansas City area while still in high school. He and his wife, Clara, have two daughters—Catherine, who is 18, and Amber, who is 23. Jon holds an A.S. in Culinary Arts and a B.S. in Food Service Management from the prestigious Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island. While at Johnson & Wales he was awarded the Cordon Bleu Medal for excellence in the field of Culinary Arts. His career has provided him with a variety of experience in many areas of the Food Service industry. From managing restaurants where he directed dining rooms, kitchens and catering operations (organizing catered events from 6-6,000 people) to developing and administering budgets, he’s just about done it all. He’s also had extensive experience in developing new menus and monthly culinary specials.

Jon comes to us from The Fountains at Greenbriar, an independent living community in Independence, Missouri where he had been for almost five years. Prior to that, he worked for Morrison’s Senior Dining as a Director of Dining Services at both independent living and long-term care communities. When asked why he decided to make the change and come to Lakeview Village, Jon replied that he loves The Fountains at Greenbriar and loves the residents and the community is running great, but he “loves a challenge” and is ready for anything Lakeview can throw at him. He noted, “My goal is to take Lakeview Village from

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good to great and make sure the residents are happy with what we do. I am very resident-focused and look forward to their input.” Mary Schworer, Lakeview’s COO, commented “We are all very excited about the opportunity to work with John and believe we will benefit from his varied background in dining services.”

While Jon doesn’t share the attitude of Chef Ramsey—from Hell’s Kitchen—he does share his high standards. He puts a strong emphasis on staff training and keeping up to date with new culinary systems and techniques and has trained and instituted Server and Culinary Training programs.

Regarding his favorite foods, he remarked that, “having lived in New Orleans, I like Cajun-style; however, there’s nothing better than good old home cooking. I just love good food.” Jon is excited to join Lakeview Village and noted that his favorite thing about being a Dining Services Director is “making a difference in the residents’ lives.” n

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It’s That Time of Year...

By Maggie Weed …to set aside time to show our appreciation to the students who help us. It’s a public celebration of how wonderful they are and how lucky Lakeview is to have them: the volunteers assisting with small tasks in the Care Center, working on Chore Day, keeping records, filing and delivering and decorating for our parties. And the servers who work in the dining rooms…cheerfully responding to our every need.

Ten years ago Lakeview residents suggested to the Resident Council that scholarships be given at the time of the appreciation celebration.

That fund was established and named in honor of Richard Catlett, past president and CEO of Lakeview Village for many years.

Tax deductible checks can be placed in the collection boxes located in Heritage, Southridge and Northpointe lobbies. The deadline to donate is April 22nd.

The amount of the funds donated and the number of scholarships awarded have increased over the years: 2005 = $4,300 for 4 scholarships; 2006

= $5,300 for 4 scholarships; 2007 = $7,500 for 6 scholarships; 2008 = $7,500 for 8 scholarships; 2009 = $8,000 for 8 scholarships; 2010 = $11,800 for 13 scholarships.

To apply for a scholarship, servers and volunteers must have at least a 3.0 grade point average, provide a high school transcript and write letters about their future study life and life plans and how they feel about volunteering or working at Lakeview. The applications, in addition to a panel interview with the resident Scholarship Committee, are reviewed. The Committee is chaired

by Jack Miller (for the past 5 years) with other members being Jack Capps, John Baum, Barbara Joiner, Mary McDonough and Maggie Weed.

Shellie Sullivan is the staff liaison and facilitator of the plans.

The 2011 Senior Celebration and Awards Presentation will be Tuesday, April 26th, in the Heritage Activity Center at 7:15p.m. DON’T MISS IT…a happy rewarding evening for everyone. n

Attention! IT COULD BE YOU!

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id you know consumers lose more than $40 billion a year to telemarketing fraud?

People over 50 years of age are especially vulnerable and account for about 56 percent of all victims, according to a recent study by the American Association of Retired Persons. However, many people think, “Oh, that will never happen to me!” or “That would never happen in my neighborhood.” But unfortunately it really does happen to even the smartest, most educated of seniors… maybe even someone you know.

Often these scams, particularly telephone scams, are aimed at seniors. Scammers want to take advantage of senior citizens because they are likely to have a bank account and savings, they are likely to be home to have time to talk with callers, they tend to be trusting and polite toward

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strangers and have grown up thinking it’s rude to hang up on someone. Telephone swindlers also figure it will take a while before the senior realizes he or she has been swindled, and will then be too embarrassed to tell anyone about it. Many scams involve bogus prize offers, phony travel packages, get-rich-quick investments and fake charities.

Sometimes it can be difficult to see through their scams.

On March 16th, at 3 p.m. in the Heritage Activity Center, Lakeview will host a speaker from the United States Secret Service who will speak to residents and family members about tips for recognizing and avoiding telephone scams, identity theft, and fraud. Please join us for this very important educational event. n

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I like them so much—I have five By a Lakeview resident who prefers to remain anonymous

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ike other Lakeview residents, I look forward to receiving mail. This is especially true at the end of each quarter. Not because of all the solicitation letters most of us receive, but because I get to open and deposit five different checks.

And who couldn’t use extra income these days?

In case you’re wondering, no, I am not wealthy. And I know very little about investing. So what’s my secret? Simple.

Long ago my husband and I learned that we were blessed in so many ways by God, so that we could be a blessing to others.

So in the 1990’s, my husband and I purchased another charitable gift annuity (CGA) from a non-profit organization that was near and dear to our heart. The organization does great work and my husband spent countless hours volunteering there. Still, this was a step of faith as we handed over $10,000 in exchange for the CGA.

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Since that time, we receive nice checks every quarter, like clockwork, and the peace of mind knowing that we would continue receiving this for as long as we both lived (regardless of the state of the economy). Another benefit is the large charitable deduction, plus a majority of every check we receive is tax-free.

But the real bonus was the good feeling knowing that at our deaths, the balance would go to helping others.

So if one was good, two would be better, then three…and just last week, I purchased my 5th CGA through the Lakeview Village Foundation—for the very same reasons. If my husband were still alive, he would be pleased.

And what do my children think of this? They think it’s great! And while I’ve heard others say that their children and grandchildren will get everything via their estate, maybe the greatest gift any parent could leave their children is the example we’ve set for them in life. They won’t go wanting; there will still be plenty left in my estate for them, too.

Start with one. You’ll be pleased you did.

Who knows, maybe one day you too will have five—or more. n

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Hearing Your Best for Life

Associated Audiologists, Inc. Meets the Hearing Healthcare Needs of Lakeview Village LEADERS IN: Hearing Diagnostics Hearing Aids Dizziness and Balance Tinnitus

“When my husband and I moved to Lakeview Village, we were happy to find out that Country Club Bank had an office here. Knowing the good reputation of this bank, we decided to transfer our banking business. It was one of the best decisions we ever made.”

MARIAN CARR

A Moving Experience Finding a new bank was at the top of their to-do list

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913-262-5855 Shawnee Mission Shawnee Mission Medical Building

913-403-0018 Lenexa Shawnee Mission Outpatient Pavilion

913-634-5583 We understand how difficult it can be to move. That’s why we make things easy for you. With a Country Club Bank located inside Lakeview Village, you can rest assured your financial needs are being met. From opening accounts to

Leavenworth Cushing Medical Plaza

Onsite services include: • Hearing Screenings • Hearing Aid Cleaning and Maintenance • Wax Removal • State-of-the-art Hearing Aid Technology • Hearing Assistive Technology Traci Ring, M.S., FAAA, audiologist, visits Lakeview Village the second Friday afternoon of each month.

To schedule an appointment to see the audiologist, call 913-403-0018.

We also are on staff at Shawnee Mission Medical Center.

913-682-1870

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EASTSIDETERRACE

at Lakeview Village

Our new Eastside Terrace facility offers our residents a full continuum of exceptional senior healthcare services in one convenient location. With an on-site medical director to oversee all aspects of care, spacious, modern patient rooms, a state-of-the-art therapy and rehab facility and an on-site, specialty geriatric clinic, our expert team of medical professionals work to successfully transition you from hospital to home.

Short-Term, Post-Acute Care A state-of-the-art facility for residents who require temporary care. This facility specializes in post-surgical, cardiac, stroke and orthopedic rehabilitation.

Skilled Nursing Care 24/7 licensed skilled nursing services in a secure facility with individualized plans for treatment and care.

Assisted Living A home-style model of living designed to foster resident independence while having the safety and security of 24/7 staff.

Therapy & Rehab Services On-site outpatient therapy and rehab clinic with licensed, certified physical, occupational and speech therapists (including a Vital Stim therapist and fall prevention specialists), Hydroworx therapy pool and therapy-friendly fitness equipment.

Home Health Care Intermittent, non-custodial, in-home skilled nursing and therapy and rehab care. Medicare approved.

For more information call: 913.744.2433

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