Shell Point Life January 2007 by Shell Point Retirement Community

January 2007 Vol. 2 Issue 1

Thank you!

TRAVELS & TECHNOLOGY By Lynn Schneider, Editor It’s the New Year and a time when we can stop for a moment and assess where we have been and where we are going in our lives. It offers us the opportunity to look out at the world around us and this issue of Shell Point Life has been designed with that in mind. We are calling this our International Issue, because in this month’s edition we have a number of stories that relate to countries around the world. Starting on page 4 is a special section entitled “Shell Point Around the World”, which features a number of stories with an international focus. In this section, you can read about one group of residents and staff who traveled to the Far East for a vacation of a lifetime; plus, there is a story about another group of adventurous residents who headed to Mexico with Elderhostel and learned how to improve their Spanish. If you have not had an opportunity to travel to a distant land lately, then don’t miss information about the upcoming Missions Festival to be held at The Village Church on January 21 through 28. This

event offers a wonderful chance to learn about people and customs from other parts of the world and to connect with individuals who serve these people. The New Year also seemed like a good time to focus on technology. I am continually astounded at how much technology has become such a significant force in our lives. Many of the residents here at Shell Point go on-line using their own personal computers at home, or popping into one of the computer labs located throughout the community. I am sure a number of us wouldn’t think of leaving home without our cell phones, and these days automobiles now help navigate the way with built-in GPS systems. Here at Shell Point, technology has been moving forward, as well, and we have several articles about this subject starting on page 17. I hope you enjoy reading this month’s Shell Point Life as much as we enjoyed putting it together. Happy New Year!

ON THE COVER

This month’s cover features a diverse group of residents that illustrates the wide variety of nationalities and cultures found here at Shell Point. 1. Willie Johnson, (Royal Bonnet), USA 2. Clara Szathmary, (Junonia), Hungary 3. Carmen Fulkerson, (Cameo), Panama 4 & 5. Lex & Eileen Roulston, (Parkwood), Ireland 6. Zdena Horak, (Parkwood), Czechoslovakia 7. Mary MacKenzie, (Cellana), Canada 8. Lily McDaniels, (Rosemont), Nicaragua 9 & 10. David & Cathy Dodd, (Oakmont), Australia 11. Augusta Crane, (Parkwood), Korea

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These smiling faces reflect the heartfelt thanks felt by employees who, through the generosity of residents that donated to the Employee Christmas Fund, received an envelope containing some very special holiday “greens.” The Resident Council has continued with a tradition that they established and have carried forward for many years here at Shell Point. As employees added their signatures and messages to special thank you cards, each knew they had done their part in Serving, Caring, and Satisfying our very special residents.

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community. Editor Lynn Schneider Assistant Editor Kathy Nordman Art Director Rich Cerrina Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson Staff Contributors Mary Moore, Robyn Church, Jeff Cory, Gene McGonigle, Alan Bar-Dov, Renee Bittner Teri Kollath, Millie Kuehn, Linda Rakos, Randy Woods, Cindy O’Grady, Rita Southern Rachael Dula, Carol Cooper, Renee Bittner, Dawn Boren, Carole Faux, Larry Fose, Ken Nesselroade, Janet Howard, Jim Carpenter, Resident Contributors Chuck Durrell, Bill Saunders, Ruth Deuber, Ted Boynton, Carol Boyd Please submit suggestions in writing to Lynn Schneider at Shell Point Welcome Center.

15101 Shell Point Boulevard • Fort Myers, FL 33908 (239) 466-1131 • www.shellpoint.org Shell Point is a non-profit ministry of The Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation, Inc.

SPOT presents Detroit Louie One of the most popular holiday programs presented on the stage of the church auditorium in December was SPOT’s (Shell Point’s Own Theater) funny and heartwarming reading of Christmas Comes to Detroit Louie. Author Bobby G. Wood set this Christmas Eve tale in the medical clinic of a retirement community, where a group of people are waiting to see the doctor. Among them are a couple of shady characters — Detroit Louie (Ken Reed, Periwinkle) and Harry (Al Park, Turban), his likewise unsophisticated, but loyal, right-hand man. A blind girl (Ann Wharton, Cameo) wants the doctor to find a specialist to give her back her eyesight. She also believes very strongly in the power of prayer. John (Herman Bips, Macoma) and Cara (Lucille Porteus, Turban) have brought their mother to be committed permanently, but she (Maryann Bennett, Oakmont) thinks she’s just there waiting for something. Other characters include Mrs. Aiken (Pat Broman, Oakmont) as a hypochondriac and the nurse (Betty Boers, Oakmont), who is very dedicated to the doctor (Chuck Higgins, Oakmont). Also present at this gathering are three Angels — #1 (Ginger Dornburg, Oakmont), who is nervous about doing things right; #2 (Penny Modrich, Nautilus),who has lost her wings due to a bad decision; and #3 (Randy Woods, Village Church), who appears as a Salvation Army worker. Their task is to grant just one wish to someone in this particular room and it is a very hard decision. Also appearing in the reading were Floyd Jamison (Parkwood), the announcer, and Harold Greenlee (Coquina), as the specialist. And of course, Nigel (Parkwood), who is always on his best behavior. This is one of several programs that were taped for replay on Christmas Day on SPTV Channel 11, along with the Shell Point Singers and Village Church Choir’s holiday programs. If you’d care to order one of these wonderful concerts for your own DVD collection, email: kathynordman@shellpoint.org.

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Back row standing: Randy Woods (Village Church), Al Park (Turban),Harold Greenlee (Coquina), Chuck Higgins (Oakmont), Lucile Porteus (Turban), Betty Boers (Oakmont), Pat Broman (Oakmont), and Ginger Dornsberg (Oakmont), Front row seated: Floyd Jamison and Nigel (Parkwood), Ken Reed (Periwinkle) Ruth Deuber (Periwinkle), and Maryann Bennett (Oakmont)

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Ken Reed reading the part of Detroit Louie

Ginger Dornsburg, Penny Modrich (Angels 1 and 2)

Chuck Higgins (the doctor), Betty Boers (the nurse), Herman Bips (John), and Lucille Porteus (Cara)

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Al Park reading the part of Harry

Floyd's dog, Nigel

SERIES

Kick Off the New Year with Organ Superstar, Jelani Eddington egin the 2007 concert season with one of the country’s most prominent and sought-after organ concert artists, Jelani Eddington. During the years that Eddington has given concerts, he has easily established himself as one of the most prominent and sought-after artists on the concert circuit. Jelani has performed in most of the major concert venues throughout the United

States, has toured extensively abroad, and has received numerous awards and recognitions, including his selection as the 2001 Theatre Organist of the Year. Jelani has also distinguished himself as a recording artist and has produced numerous theatre organ albums on some of the best-known and most dynamic instruments in the country. His performance in the church auditorium on Tuesday,

Jelani Eddington — January 16 at 7:30 p.m.

January 16 at 7:30 p.m., is sure to be one you’ll always remember. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at the Resident Activity Center. Please call 454-2067 for more information.

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Shell Point

Around theWorld

The peaceful location that Shell Point residents enjoy in Southwest Florida may not be considered an international hub, but our community is enriched by a dynamic mix of residents and employees who bring a wealth of cultural diversity. Meaningful travel, social, and educational opportunities broaden our horizons and connect us to others around the world.

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cities — multi-cultural Shanghai, ancient s the calm winds and tropical Xian, and imperial Beijing. The visit to rains blew through Southwest Hong Kong was a study of contrasts — we Florida last October, eleven were fascinated by its blend of old and new, adventurous travelers from Fort East and West. We experienced the tradiMyers headed off for a threetional culture of China in the city’s marweek trip to China. The tour was led by kets, Buddhist pagodas, Grand Circle Travel, but festivals, and found vesthis local group was organtiges of the British ized by Roger Gunnerfeldt Colonial era in the glitter(Turban), and included ing skyscrapers, modern Lewis and Earlene Bussey transportation system, (Oakmont), Paul Ludwig world-class hotels and (Rosemont), David and Sara shops. Visiting Hong Kong King (Fort Myers), Jerry and first helped us ease into the Dee Horne (Cellana), Bud Chinese culture by Kent (Macoma), and Randy All aboard the sampan immersing us in the freeand Karen Woods (Village (Chinese boat), for a cruise on wheeling atmosphere of Church). Aberdeen Bay in Hong Kong. one of the world’s most We began with a visit glamorous — yet enigmatic — cities, where to the world’s leading city, Hong Kong, and English is still widely spoken. continued with travels to three classic

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Of course, the trip to mainland China included seeing the astounding Qin Terra Cotta Army. The 6,400 life-sized figures — individually sculpted from real life models — represent soldiers, horses, and ministers who guard Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi’s tomb. On a day trip to the 800-year-old Summer Palace, the group saw the former summer retreat for the imperial family during the late Qing Dynasty. It is China’s largest and bestpreserved royal garden, with twelve square miles filled with many pavilions, temples, palaces, and halls, in a landscape of hills

amidst open water. Another highlight was climbing the fabled Great Wall of China. Construction of the Great Wall began in the era of 403-221 BC, and the final rampart of brick, stone, and earth is nearly 4,000 miles long. Intended to shield the nation from invaders, the Great Wall is now, ironically, one of China’s leading tourist attractions. Of course, the trip included shopping in the local markets, bargaining with the vendors, taking lots of pictures, and enjoying the authentic flavors of China, including Peking Duck. As we enjoyed the sights and culture of this fascinating country, it was disheartening to experience the religious persecution that stifles the Christian church in China. As we visited with pastors, Christian workers, and national leaders, we were encouraged to learn about the churches’ ministry to orphans and the elderly. It was also very uplifting to know that the church is growing and is

Roger Gunnerfeldt (Turban), Dee and Jerry Horne (Cellana), Paul Ludwig (Rosemont), Randy and Karen Woods (Village Church), and Earlene and Lewis Bussey (Oakmont). Inset: Bud Kent (Macoma).

now leading the way in missionary efforts to other countries. Fall in China is called the Gold Season and, like America, it is a time of harvest and preparation for winter. As well, the experiences and adventures enjoyed by these eleven travelers will be golden memories to be treasured for a lifetime.

Destination: Mexico Residents Attend Spanish Elderhostel B

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Al Webber (Nautilus), Carol Boyd (Sand Dollar), Joanne Buffington (Junonia), James Horn (Elderhostel leader) and Marilyn Webber (Nautilus) at the fiesta marking the course completion.

lderhostel is a notfor-profit organization dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. This program allows participants to stay close to home or venture around the world! Recently four Shell Point residents completed a two-week Spanish language immersion course at the Universidad Internacional in Cuernavaca, Mexico. The experience also featured lectures and field trips on the history and culture of Mexico. The four residents will continue their Spanish study in January, as part of the Spanish Conversation classes offered here at Shell Point. If you’re interested in learning the language, contact resident Connie Curtin or see page 10 for details on the Spanish

Carol Boyd and Joanne Buffington on a visit to the temple of Quetzalcoatl at the ruins of Xochicalco, where civilization flourished from 650 to 900 AD.

Conversation Class. For more information on Elderhostel programs, visit their web site at: www.elderhostel.org.

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Feathering Our Nest New Eagles Preserve Residents Choose Building Names

recent luncheon was held to welcome future residents of Eagles Preserve and to name each of the ten buildings that will be located in their neighborhood. The event featured a bird theme, since each of the buildings are to be named after birds that are found in our area. New neighbors were seated together and one person from each building was chosen to draw their building’s name from a large redwood bird feeder.

Employee Lynn Schneider and resident Bill Saunders served as emcees for this light-hearted event. Here, Lynn (in her birdwatching gear) assists the residents in the drawing of the building names.

Future residents enjoyed playing a trivia game that was based on Hollywood movies that reflected a bird theme. Here’s a sample: 1. Gregory Peck won an Oscar for his role in this 1963 movie based on the Harper Lee classic. 2. What famous actor starred in the movie “Bird Man of Alcatraz?” 3. Humphrey Bogart starred in this movie centered around the sculpture of what bird? (Answers: 1. To Kill A Mockingbird 2. Burt Lancaster 3. Bye Bye Birdie)

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One happy winner left the luncheon carrying her door prize, A Field Guide to Birds. Guests also received the 2007 Shell Point calendar, which coincidentally features twelve wonderful bird photos, the majority of which were taken by residents.

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Kingfisher

A majestic bronze sculpture of an American Bald Eagle will be the signature focal point of the fountain in Eagles Preserve.

Egret

The official building names for Eagles Preserve are: 16010 Building—Osprey 16111 Building — Spoonbill 16211 Building—Egret 16311 Building—Kingfisher 16410 Building—Curlew

16511 Building—Heron 16610 Building— Sandpiper 16711 Building—Mockingbird 16810 Building—Ibis 16911 Building—Pelican

Bird expert and resident Bill Saunders gave a brief pictorial overview of each bird on the list, along with some of the characteristics of each species.

THE OSPREY The Osprey, or fish hawk, is the most widely dispersed bird on earth. It has been seen on all continents except Antarctica. Though it is thought of as a long distance migrant, a resident (non-migratory) population of a few hundred birds has been identified living in south Florida. These are the birds that nest on our platforms at Shell Point. Ospreys mate for life and are very faithful to last year’s nest site. Even if nesting material remains from the previous year, the first stage of the breeding cycle is nest building. When eggs are laid (usually 1-4), the parents share the responsibility for covering the nest for the next five to six weeks. Once the young are hatched, the

female stays on the nest and the male provides the food. The male has a full white breast, while the female can be identified by an irregular brown necklace across her breast. The male is an excellent provider, but he has a major character flaw - he always eats first and usually in sight of the nest. The female and the young, when they are old enough, offer a very loud protest to this practice. The Osprey’s diet is mostly fish. You can see them hover above the water and then plunge in to grasp the prey in their claws. The Osprey is the only raptor that dives into the water. The Osprey represents a wonderful conservation success story. A few years ago it was in great danger from DDT poisoning. When DDT was stopped in this country and a program started to build nesting platforms as an alternative to dangerous power lines, they began to recover and are plentiful today. BY B ILL S AUNDERS , T URBAN

This is the first, in a series of articles, profiling the birds selected for the names of the buildings at Eagles Preserve. Shell Point Life | January 2007

Spanish Conversation Club Planning Meeting

Thursday, January 4 3:30 p.m. Sabal Room/WDL Learning a new language is a great way to keep those mental synapses snapping. So join other Shell Pointers at a planning meeting with instructor Elizabeth Nolan, a native speaker of Spanish, who will be available to answer your questions and help you determine your level of learning. You can sign up for the winter sessions on the spot. The Spanish Conversation Club will then resume for beginning Spanish speakers and those at intermediate levels, for ten one-hour sessions utilizing the text, Spanish is Fun, Book I or II. The new weekly class schedule will begin Wednesdays – January 24 through March 28; or Thursdays — January 18 through March 29, in the Buttonwood Room/WDL. Times will be announced at a later date. Call Connie Curtin (Lakewood) at 481-1035 if you have questions.

DVD Surround Sound Concert

Sunday, January 7 3:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL This DVD presentation for your eyes and ears features the Vienna Philharmonic, conducted by Ricardo Multi, celebrating New Year’s Day. Selections include waltzes, polkas, gallops, and marches of the Strauss family, including filmed sequences of the Vienna State Opera.

Monday, January 8 8:15 a.m. Resident Activity Center See page 12, January 19 for more information. Reserve your table in person, no phone calls please.

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Auxiliary Annual Meeting Features Jim Nathan Wednesday, January 10 1:15 p.m. Church Auditorium/IS

Each year, The Pavilion Auxiliary highlights health care at its Annual Meeting. This year, Jim Nathan, president of Lee Memorial Health Systems, will be the featured speaker at the Annual Meeting which will be held on Wednesday, January 10 at 1:15 p.m. in the Church Auditorium. Why should residents attend the Pavilion Auxiliary meeting? This meeting is a great opportunity to learn the latest news about health care while at the same time keeping in touch with the work of the Auxiliary volunteers at The Pavilion. Mr. Nathan is a sought after speaker who will address issues surrounding the future of health care on both the local and national level. All Shell Point residents are invited to attend and remain after Mr. Nathan’s presentation for the Auxiliary business meeting.

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Lunch Trip: Romano’s Macaroni Grill

Wednesday, January 10 10:30 a.m. Court pickup 2:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $5.00 (lunch on your own) Are you tired of eating all those holiday leftovers? Then make plans to join the lunch bunch for an authentic Italian dinner at the Macaroni Grill — a fun, festive family restaurant with a menu featuring something for every taste!

Philadelphia Piano Duo

Thursday, January 11 7:15 p.m. Church Auditorium/IS Dr. Paul S. Jones and Samuel Hsu, the Philadelphia Piano Duo, will feature music for two pianos by composers such as Milhaud, Saint-Saens, Rachmaninoff, and others. Included will be variations written for them by Philadelphia composer Daniel Barta. Having performed together for 15 years, these two musicians bring a special sense of partnership and colorful, dynamic pianism to their program.

Shell Point Birding Group

Friday, January 12 1:45 p.m. Social Center/IS Roger Clark, Land Stewardship Manager for Lee County Parks and Recreation, is responsible for protecting approximately 16,000 acres of conservation lands in Lee County during his 22 years of service. His topic is Birds of the County Preserve Areas. Club members will also report the results of the Bud Ryckman Christmas Bird Count.

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Saturday, January 13 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Norman Kurland (Rosemont) will share the fascinating story of the invention and adoption of Xerography, the wonderful method of plain paper copying that came into the workplace back in the sixties.

Saturday DVD: Click

Saturday, January 13 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL A harried workaholic, Michael Newman (Adam Sandler), doesn’t have time for his wife (Kate Beckinsale) and children — not if he is to impress his ungrateful boss and earn a welldeserved promotion. So when he meets Morty (Christopher Walken), a loopy sales clerk, he finds the answer to his prayers — a magical remote that allows him to bypass life’s little distractions, with increasingly hysterical results.

Movie Night: National Velvet

Monday, January 15 7:15 p.m. Social Center/IS In her star-making role, Elizabeth Taylor plays Velvet Brown, a wide-eyed adolescent who, assisted by her jockey pal (Mickey Rooney), trains Pie, a horse she won in a raffle, for the Grand National steeplechase. Of course, no girl can ride in the National — can she? Yet Velvet, posing as a boy, assuredly does. Make it a date and join other “classic” movie buffs for a delicious dinner at the Crystal Dining Room before the show!

Beach Day

Tuesday, January 16 8:30 a.m. Court pickup 3:00 p.m. Approximate Return Cost: $13.00 Pack up your beach tote, grab your chair, and hop on board the bus for a fun-filled day at Vanderbilt Beach. Take your book or your bag for shelling, and we’ll bring lunch. Sign up early for this very popular trip.

Shell Point Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series Presents Jelani Eddington

Tuesday, January 16 7:30 p.m. Church Auditorium/IS Tickets: $25.00 (See page 3 of Shell Point Life).

Single Mingle Breakfast at the Island Cow

Wednesday, January 17 8:30 a.m. Court pickup 12:00 noon Approximate return Cost: $5.00 (breakfast on your own) This fun eatery, decorated with whimsical cow paraphernalia, will be a fun and pleasant breakfast destination. From fruit and muffins to steak and eggs, you’ll find something that will keep you mooo-ving throughout the day! Prices range from $3.95 to $10.95.

Mended Hearts Comes to Shell Point

Thursday, January 18 2:15 p.m. Osprey Room/IS Mended Hearts, a national non-profit organization affiliated with the American Heart Association, has been offering the gift of hope to heart disease patients, their families, and caregivers for more than 50 years. Recognized for its role in facilitating a positive patient-care experience, Mended Hearts’ mission is to “inspire hope in heart disease patients and their families.” Local support groups that are a part of this national organization meet monthly, and one such group will soon begin meeting at Shell Point. If you are interested in learning more about Mended Hearts, please attend this information meeting.

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CD Surround Sound Concert

Additional 2007 Shell Point calendars are now available for purchase at the Gift Shop on the Island for $3.00.

Dr. Bill Goodman’s Prescription: Laughter is Good Medicine

Friday, January 19 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Social Center/IS If you’re interested in cleaning out your closets and making a little money on the side, here’s a chance to participate in Shell Point’s Yard Sale. Sign up to reserve a table on Monday, January 8, at 8:15 a.m. in the Resident Activity Center. Sorry, NO phone calls will be accepted. Participants will be given a number when they arrive and a random drawing will begin at 8:30 a.m. for table selection. Note: Only residents may reserve a table.

Dr. Bill & Susan Goodman Present: A Musical Farewell to 20th Century Music

Friday, January 19 — 2:00 p.m. Grand Cypress/ WDL Back by popular demand, the duo of Susan and Bill Goodman will feature a musical review of the Twentieth Century. Enjoy a selection of Broadway and big band favorites with Bill on his clarinet and sax, accompanied by Susan’s lovely voice. This pair is bound to enchant you. 12

Sunday, January 21 3:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL This concert features Bernstein’s “Overture to Candide;” Mozart’s “Adagio for Violin and Orchestra;” Vivaldi’s “Winter” from the Four Seasons; and concludes with Beethoven’s “Piano Concerto #1,” played by Rudolph Serkin and the Boston Symphony.

Thursday, January 18 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress/WDL Laughter is not only good — it is the best medicine! So, how do you get more laughter into your everyday life? Join Dr. Bill Goodman for an uplifting presentation with audience participation – it’s sure to give you a chuckle or two. He also is presenting a concert on January 19 in the Grand Cypress.

Community Yard Sale

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On Golden Pond Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts

Tuesday, January 23 Court pickup 10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $41.00 Take a cruise back in time along the Caloosahatchee River and Okeechobee Waterway aboard the Delta Lady, a paddle wheeler riverboat. You’ll get a taste of what the river was like and how people traveled the waterways in the late nineteenth century. A delicious deli/buffet lunch will be served in an elegantly appointed mahogany salon on the main deck. Make plans to join your friends and neighbors for this fun and informative luncheon adventure. Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn never had it so good!

Library Book Talk

Thursday, January 25 5:45 p.m. Court pickup 10:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $61.00 Tom Bosley and Michael Learned, legendary television, film, and Broadway stars, are featured in this heartwarming and hilarious celebration of the everyday struggles and the ultimate triumphs of life, love and family.

Appalachian Music with Jennifer Rose Lunch on the Delta Lady

Thursday, January 25 7:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Jennifer’s program of traditional Appalachian music, including songs from the early child collections to more recent Appalachian compositions, also features historical information and anecdotes. Jennifer accompanies this traditional American music on her dulcimer, and has been a popular guest artist here at Shell Point in the past. Please welcome her again, you’ll enjoy it!

Tuesday, January 23 3:45 p.m. Social Center/IS Betty Boers (Oakmont) will review The Real James Herriot: A Memoir of My Father, by Jim Wight. No one is better placed to write the biography of Alf Wight, alias James Herriot, than the son who worked alongside him in the veterinary practice during the time that James Herriot became a bestselling author. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be served.

Saturday Excursion: Fleamasters

Saturday, January 27 9:00 a.m. Court pickup 2:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $5.00 (lunch on your own) With over 900 stores to choose from, Fleamasters is a shopper’s paradise! Handbags, cowboy boots, antiques, perfume — they have what you’re looking for. When your feet need a break, grab some lunch from one of more than 15 food vendors, sit back and enjoy the Fleamasters experience!

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054 or 454-2057)

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Kate Carpenter in Concert

Monday, January 29 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress/WDL Recording artist Kate Carpenter will feature a unique blend of folk songs and stories, which will have you laughing hilariously one moment and wiping away tears the next. Audiences around the country have been fascinated and amused with Kate’s original repertoire and performances.

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Tuesday, January 30 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Woodlands Commons View an interesting array of collectibles representing the arts, places of travel, times in history, and varied personal interests in the Hall of Hobbies. This will be a great opportunity to visit with your Shell Point neighbors, while examining some of their unique and interesting collectibles. (Items will not be for sale.) If you are interested in displaying your favorite collectibles, call Dianne Allen, program coordinator at 454-2057 to reserve a table, no later than Wednesday, January 10.

Save the Date: Friday, Friday, February February 2 2 Shell Shell Point Point Craft Craft Show Show 10:00 10:00 a.m. a.m. –– 2:00 2:00 p.m. p.m. Woodlands Commons Woodlands Commons SATURDAY, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 3 3

Anchormen Anchormen of of the the Naval Naval Academy Academy 4:15 4:15 p.m. p.m. Village Village Church Church Acapella Acapella ensemble ensemble

MARK YOUR CALENDAR The following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend. Check your current Weekly Reminder or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

SUNDAY 9:00 Christian Life Studies (WDL) 9:15 Christian Life Studies (VC) 10:15 Morning Worship 1:15 Mixer Golf League 3:00 CD Surround Sound (Jan 7 & 21) 6:15 Evening Service MONDAY 8:45 Lap Robes (Jan 15) 9:15 Billiards (Jan 8, 15, 22, 29) 9:15 Pottery 10:15 Parkinson’s Enrichment Group (Jan 8) 10:15 Great Books (Jan 8 & 22) 1:00 Mah-jongg (Jan 8, 15, 22, 29) 1:00 New Resident Orientation (Jan 22) 1:15 Scrabble 1:15 Advanced Table Tennis 1:15 Shuffleboard 2:00 Beading Club (Jan 8, 15, 22, 29) 3:00 Bible Study (Arbor) 3:15 Shell Point Singers (Jan 15, 22, 29) 7:00 Pinochle 7:00 Duplicate Bridge TUESDAY 8:15 Women’s Golf League 9:15 Stamp Project 10:15 Low Vision Group (Jan 9) 12:45 Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge

2:15 Recorders 3:15 Bell Choir (VC) 6:45 Hymn Sing (Jan 2) WEDNESDAY 7:45 Men’s Bible Study 8:45 Resident Council (Jan 3) 9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel 9:15 Watercolor Group 9:45 Ladies’ Bible Study 10:15 Fishing Club (Jan 31) 11:00 Computer Q & A/WDL (Jan 17) 11:15 Computer Q & A/IS (Jan 3, 31) 1:00 Chess 1:15 Table Tennis 2:15 Huggie Hearts 2:15 Knitter’s Anonymous (Jan 17) 2:30 Jazz ‘n Stuff 3:00 Bible Study (KC) 5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal 7:15 Bible Study & Prayer (VC) THURSDAY 8:00 Men’s Golf League 9:30 Current Events Group 10:00 Bocce Ball 10:15 Online Investors (Jan 18) 10:45 Beginner Line Dancing 11:20 Advanced Line Dancing 1:15 SPOT Play Readers (Jan 4 & 18) 1:15 Mac User Club (Jan. 4) 2:00 Environmental Group (Jan 25)

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Handwork (Jan 11 and 25) Photo Club (Jan 11) Computer Club (Jan 18) Trailblazers Bible Study

FRIDAY 8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Jan 12 and 26) 9:15 Stamp Project 10:15 Genealogy (Jan 12) 10:15 Inquiring Minds 11:15 Fit & Healthy 1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge 1:15 Quilters 1:15 Table Tennis 1:30 Vespers (ARB) 1:45 Bird Enthusiasts (Jan 5) 2:15 SP Artists (Jan 12) 2:45 Vespers (KC) 3:15 Couples Ballroom Dancing 3:15 Great Decisions (Jan 5 & 19) 6:45 Game Night SATURDAY 8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Jan. 20) 9:00 Coffee Social 9:45 Bridge – Supervised Play 10:00 Information Technology (Jan 13) 1:00 Chess 7:00 Duplicate Bridge

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January Events Millie Ball and Donna Wortham, hospitality care assistant, on the day of the Arbor lobby Christmas tree decorating.

KING’S CROWN

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MON . . .1 ......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) ....................2:00 p.m.

TUES . . .2 ......Leslie Gregory, harpist (2FM) ............2:00 p.m. FRI . . . . .5 ......Lunch Trip w/ King’s Crown: Snug Harbor (1FL) ........................10:45 a.m. FRI . . . . .5 ......Root Beer Floats & Trivial Pursuit (1CK) ................................................2:15 p.m. WED . . .10......Fiddlin’ Bill (CMR)..............................3:00 p.m. THUR . .11......Laugh Along w/Millie (CMR) ............2:00 p.m. FRI . . . .12......Root Beer Floats & Trivial Pursuit (1CK) ................................................2:15 p.m. MON . .15......Ceramics w/Bev Klein (4CR)..............9:00 a.m. TUES . .16......Men’s Pizza & Movie (1CK) (1SR) ....4:00 p.m. WED . . .17......Milkshakes & Word Games (1CK) ....2:00 p.m. THUR . .18......Tune Toppers (CMR) ..........................3:00 p.m. FRI . . . .19......Root Beer Floats & Trivial Pursuit (1CK) ................................................2:15 p.m. MON . . .22......Lunch w/King’s Crown: The Veranda (1FL) ........................10:30 a.m. THUR . .25......Ladies’ Pizza & Movie Night (1CK) (1SR) ....................................4:00 p.m. FRI . . . .26 ....Root Beer Floats & Trivial Pursuit (1CK) ................................................2:15 p.m. WED . . .31......Sing-Along w/Randy (CMR) ..............2:00 p.m.

FRI . . . . .5 ......Lunch trip to Snug Harbor w/ Arbor (L) ......................................10:15 a.m. FRI . . . . .5 ......Current Events with Dr. Dodd (3NP) 10:30 a.m. SAT . . . .6 ......Leslie Gregory, harpist (A) ....................1:00 p.m. MON . . .8 ......Movie: Oklahoma (MP) ..........................1:00 p.m.

WED . . .10 ......Fiddlin’ Bill, singer (A) ..........................1:00 p.m. THUR .11 ......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) 2:00 p.m. WED . . .17 ......Tom Cannon, singer (A) ........................6:00 p.m. FRI . . . .19 ......Current Events w/Dr. Dodd (3NP) ....10:30 a.m. SAT . . .20 ......Tommy Barr, guitarist (A) ......................2:00 p.m. MON . .22 ......Lunch Trip to The Veranda w/Arbor (L) ........................................10:15 a.m. MON . .22 ......Movie: The African Queen (MP) ............2:00 p.m. Thur . . .25 ......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) ....................2:00 p.m. Mon . . .29 ......Golden Road Quartet (A) ......................7:00 p.m.

LARSEN PAVILION MON . . 1 ....Music Trio (3A) ......................................10:30 a.m. THUR . 4 ....Residents’ Council .(3A) ........................10:00 a.m. WED . .10 ....Fiddlin’ Bill, fiddle (3A)..........................10:00 a.m. THUR .11 ....Tommy Barr, guitar (2D). ......................10:00 a.m. MON .15 ....Carol Driscoll, keyboards (2D) ..............10:00 a.m. MON .15 ....Music Trio (3A) ......................................10:30 a.m. THUR .18 ....Winter Wonderland Dinner (MDR)...... 4:15 p.m. Enjoying the Arbor’s Christmas Candlelight Dinner were Walter Remster, Grace Phipps, Dorothy Ogren and Rosemary Neal.

TUES .23 ....Tommy Barr, guitar (3A) ........................10:00 a.m. THUR .25 ....Tom Cannon, piano (2D)........................10:00 a.m.

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New Parkinson’s Medications on the Horizon

Something New For The New Year B Y J ANET H OWARD , M INISTER

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Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease. Symptoms of the disease are managed through medication. In the past, few options were available for people with this chronic disease. Carbidopa/levodopa or Sinemet has been the “gold standard” of treatment since the 1970s. Sinemet does a great job at controlling symptoms, but side effects such as dyskinesias occur over time. Drug companies are constantly working to develop new drugs that will improve symptoms, slow the progression of the disease, and decrease the number of pills a person must take each day. Recently two new medications have been approved for Parkinson treatment: Zelapar and Azilect. Both of these drugs are helpful for motor fluctuations such as “wearing-off” and for sudden episodes of “freezing.” These medications only require one dose a day. Medication that is applied through a patch is next on the horizon, as Schwarz-Pharma is set to release a medication that is delivered in patch form once a day. If you or someone you love has Parkinson’s disease, you are invited to an informational seminar on Parkinson medications on Thursday, January 25 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room. This Lunch ‘n Learn seminar will be presented free of charge by the NPF Outreach Office of Lee Memorial Health System. To make your reservation, please call Jeanne @ 335-7261. Take along snack or a sack lunch if you wish.

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A new year marks the beginning of a new session of the GriefShare bereavement support group, which will meet Tuesday, January 9, at 2:45 p.m. in the Hospitality Room of The Village Church. This support group was started three years ago here at Shell Point, to help men and women learn how loss affects their lives and how they can deal with their grief in a healthy way. Each weekly meeting begins with snacks and an informal time of chatting and building meaningful relationships. A thirty-minute video follows, which deals with subjects such as: When Your Dreams Fall Apart, The Many Emotions of Grief, The Seasons of Grief, and When Your Spouse Dies. A good discussion time follows the instructional videos. Nine consecutive 13-week series have already been held, using the same teaching videos. Now a new edition of the GriefShare videos has been produced, with many new additions. Former support group alumni are looking forward to joining the group again to enjoy the new materials. GriefShare, a place for both men and women, has become a comfortable and welcoming group of friends who don’t have to explain how death has affected their lives. The commonality of loss, however expressed, binds them together in mutual understanding. Some people choose to attend for only a few sessions, while others continue attending the whole series a second, or even a third time. Grieving well takes time. First-timers, as well as alumni, are invited to join the new group on Tuesday, January 9.

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A Haven for Winged Wonders of Nature In a tranquil place just outside of King’s Crown, across from the resident gardens, lays Shell Point’s Butterfly Garden. Hermine Hartley (Sundial) donated this garden in memory of her mother, Hermine Pepinger, who lived at Shell Point for 23 years. The Butterfly Garden is maintained by resident volunteers. While the rest of Shell Point is manicured, the Butterfly Garden is more free-form in appearance because, in order for the garden and its butterflies to flourish, it must be free of pesticides and allowed to grow in its natural state, with minimal pruning. The Shell Point Butterfly Garden is an easy way to see many species of beautiful butterflies, as they flit and feed among the blooms. The garden also helps contribute to

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FUN BUTTERFLY FACTS • There are about 24,000 species of butterflies. • Butterflies range in size from a tiny 1/8 inch — to almost 12 inches.

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butterfly conservation, since many natural butterfly habitats have been lost to urbanization and other development. Interested in learning more? Please check for a course on butterflies in the Academy at Shell Point’s winter class schedule. There will also be a butterfly release in the coming months – watch Shell Point Life for details.

• Monarch butterflies journey from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, a distance of over 2,000 miles, and return north again in the spring. • Butterflies cannot fly if their body temperature is less than 86 degrees. • The top butterfly speed flight is 12 miles per hour. • Butterflies can see red, green and yellow. • Florida’s State Butterfly is the Zebra Longwing.

New Year Brings

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ublic Wi-Fi access has come to Shell Point. Wi-Fi networks support roaming, in which a person with a laptop computer can move from one access point to another without having to “plug in” to a computer connection. Now you can enjoy reading a magazine, putting together a puzzle, or a simple relaxing moment, while you check emails or surf the web in The Island Resident Activity Center or The Woodlands Commons. Both of these areas have been furnished with Public WiFi Internet coverage — and better, the service is completely free to residents. Anyone that has a Wi-Fi capable laptop or other device that works on 802.11b or 802.11g networks can now access a 3mb Internet connection from either of these locations. The network itself is identified as SP PUBLIC and requires no password or other encryption to connect. Because it is public access it is “unsecured,” so you should be aware that any information sent could possibly be viewed by others if they have the necessary software and equipment, and you have no firewall or other security measures implemented on your laptop. To access the network, go to the system tray at the bottom right of the screen and right click the Wi-Fi icon – it looks like a computer screen with radio waves. A box will appear, where you should choose and left-click “view available wireless networks.” After a few seconds, a list of wireless networks will appear with SP PUBLIC among them, marked as an unsecured wireless network. Choose SP Public network and click “Connect,” if requested, and you

Public Wi-Fi access has come to Shell Point. This new service will provide residents and visitors with the ability to surf the net without having to plug into a computer connection.

will then be able to connect to the Internet using your regular web browser. For a laptop with a standard set-up, it is that simple to connect to the Wi-Fi network. However, it is possible that your standard settings have been changed. If you do encounter difficulties, call your favorite expert or grandchild that is the “computer geek” in your family for assistance. Funding for this and other technological improvements for residents is provided by the $5 fee charged to each resident who takes a class in the Computer College section of the Academy at Shell Point. The funds have provided other improvements, including dedicated LCD projectors in The Island Computer Lab and Social Center, a laptop available to be checked out by resident presenters, and new software and hardware in The Island and The Woodlands Computer Labs. The choice of what is to be funded is suggested by members of the Technology Advisory Board, which is composed of the leader and/or co-leader of The Island and The Woodlands Computer Lab Proctors, the Shell Point Computer Club, the Shell Point Digital Photo Lab, the Information Technology Group, the Mac Users, the Computer Instructors Group, and Shell Point’s Chief Information Officer, Volunteer Coordinator, Woodlands Program Coordinator, and the Manager of Resort Services. Some members of the group are currently working on a strategic plan that makes resident recommendations for expansion of the space to be utilized by Computer College courses in the Academy at Shell Point. These and other technical resource allocation issues and challenges are discussed by the advisory board in their monthly meetings.

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calculates distance from their ball to the hole. Shell Point Golf Club Utilizes “This is an invaluable service to golfers of all skill levels,” said GPS Satellite Technology Director of Golf Michael BY JIM CARPENTER, PGA HEAD PRO Mongoven. “Instead of trying to estimate the distance based on yard signs, sprinkler Golf can be a very comheads, or your own plicated game, but at its line-of-sight, the essence, is just 300 yards of cart’s GPS system grass, a club in your hand, can tell you exactly and your own intuition. But how many yards the Shell Point Golf Club also has a slice of you are from the 21st-century technology installed on every hole, thus helping golf cart, in the form of a Global with your club selecPositioning System (GPS) beacon, as well tion. In addition to as an interactive touchscreen. This system, assisting with location, the touchscreens provided by a company called UpLink also allow golfers to communicate with the Golf, displays a golfer’s current cart position pro shop from anywhere on the course. on a detailed map of the course, as well as

This is ideal for ordering food, or even getting help sooner in an emergency.” For the latest satellite technology and excellent personal service, the Shell Point Golf Club invites you to enjoy one of the best golf experiences available in the area. Call 433-9790 to reserve a tee time today.

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natural disasters, when other means of getting in touch have been wiped out. There are over a quarter million hams in the United States and roughly an equal number in the rest of the world. All hams in this country are licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), after passing a vigorous exam on radio theory and rules and regulations, followed by passing a test on sending and receiving Morse code. Ham radio has been George’s hobby since 1938, when he started to learn Morse code, radio theory, and the FCC rules and regs. He was issued a license in May, 1940 and has been active since then, except during World War II, when the FCC stopped all ham activities for security reasons. His work during that time was in communications for both the Army Signal Corps and later, when on active duty, in the Navy. While working for IBM as an engineer for 41 years, George had a radio station in his car George Faatz (Junonia) enjoys his “ham” hobby at home. that he used while commuting

I never cease to be amazed at the wide variety of talents and interests that Shell Point residents have! One of particular interest to me is amateur radio, or “ham” radio, as it is better known. I had an opportunity to visit with George Faatz in his Junonia residence recently, to learn what ham radio is all about. Hams, as they are called, are a group of guys and gals who share a common interest in finding better ways of communicating with one another all over the world by means of shortwave radio. This type of communication is especially important during

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George communicates with people all over the world by means of a short wave radio located in his home in Junonia.

to and from his work. He now has his station in a little nook in his apartment, with an antenna mounted on the roof. He has contacted over 250 different foreign countries, all 50 states, and has logged more than 9,600 contacts from Shell Point over the past 13 years. Most of these contacts have been made using Morse code, although he occasionally picks up the microphone. While George has spent many hours on his hobby over the past 65 years, he has found time to raise five wonderful children with his lovely wife, Julie. They still devote many quality hours to their children, twelve grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

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After almost one full year of software research, demos, setup work, and training, the Medical Center is up and running with Centricity EMR software. EMR stands for electronic medical record. The entire staff at the Medical Center has been working very hard to start utilizing the system. “It has been challenging,” said Renee Bittner, medical center manager, “but we have persevered, because this is an important project that will improve patient care.” “The room full of paper charts is being replaced by electronic charting,” said Linda

DATA: NEW CONVENIENT KIOSKS Now it’s Easy to Check Your Passport Balance B Y L I N D A R A K O S , A S S T. H O S P I TA L I T Y SERVICES DIRECTOR

Do you have a passport? If you have one, have you used it in a kiosk? I’m not talking about international travel, but rather the Shell Point Passport Kiosks. Passport Cards have been provided to all residents in independent living for several years – and as you probably know, the Passport Dining Plan is a declining balance

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information on computers or wireless tablets. Prescriptions are electronically faxed to the pharmacy. Lab results will interface back into the electronic record, as well. The EMR allows the providers and staff to access a resident’s medical information from the Larsen Pavilion, King’s Crown, or Arbor, without having to go back to the Medical Center to pull the paper chart. This will be expanded from the Medical Center providers to the Larsen Pavilion, hospice unit, Behavioral Health department, and eventually, Village Call.

Jansen, director of information systems and the lead on this project. The providers, nurses and medical assistants enter their

Dr. Hirchak enjoys the efficiency provided by the new electronic health care records system.

program that allows subscribers to pre-pay for their meals at a discounted price. But how does one know how much money remains in their Passport account? The most recent receipt has the information – but without a receipt, anyone with a card may utilize one of two Shell Point’s Passport Card Kiosks. The Information Systems Department has provided this state-of-the-art equipment that is amazingly simple to operate. It is as easy as “swiping” the Passport Card, just as is done with a credit card at the supermarket. The kiosk printer instantly provides an update with the date, time, the expiration date of your plan, how much has been used from the original purchase, and the amount remaining on your card. It couldn’t be any simpler — and it’s accessible 24 hours a day. There are currently two Passport Card

A resident demonstrates the easy use of a Shell Point Passport Kiosk. This one is located in the hallway of the Resident Activity Center.

Kiosks – one in the Resident Activity Center on The Island, and one in the Commons Building at The Woodlands. Linda Jansen, Information Systems Director, says the kiosk information should always be up-to-date, so next time you pass by a Passport Card Kiosk, why not give your card a simple swipe to give it a try?

DATA: THE SHELL POINT DIGITAL PHOTO LAB Convert Your 35mm Slides to Digital Format

If you have old slides or photographs that you would like to save on CDs, the Digital Photo Lab, located off the Island Tunnel has two computers and scanners equipped to convert your 35 mm slides to digital format. Anyone with basic computer skills can learn to copy favorite slides after a short briefing. Some old slides may need refreshing

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How May We Be of Service?

Case Managers Kristin Judah, Janine Hammond, and Rebecca Ladner act as an information and referral service for Shell Point residents.

A Closer Look at Resident Support Services BY RITA SOUTHERN, DIRECTOR OF ASSISTED LIVING/RESIDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Resident Support Services has evolved over the past twenty years, as Shell Point has worked toward developing a support system that assists our residents as they cope with the many challenges that occur throughout the aging process. This support system begins when a resident moves to the community and receives a welcome visit by the case manager that is assigned to their building. This team of professionals provide the initial contact that is intended to give new residents the information they need, should they suffer a decline in their health, or their ability to remain as independent as possible becomes compromised. The case managers act as an information and referral service for Shell Point residents, connecting them to services such as support groups, home health services, meals-on-wheels, transportation volunteers, or a variety of other support services. There are three Case Managers that serve a separate group of courts throughout

the community. Rebecca Ladner is responsible for residents in Cameo, Cellana, Lucina, Oakmont, Parkwood, Sand Dollar, Palm Acres, and the first floors of King’s Crown and the Arbor. Rebecca can be reached at 454-2101. Kristen Judah serves Coquina, Junonia, Periwinkle, Rosemont, Royal Bonnet, Sundial, and the second floors of King’s Crown and the Arbor. Kristen can be reached by calling 454-2134. And Janine Hammond is the case manager for Harbor Court, Lakewood, Macoma, Nautilus, Tellidora, Turban, and the third floor of the King’s Crown and the Arbor. Janine’s phone number is 454-2186. One of the primary responsibilities for the case managers is to educate residents to the services and amenities that are offered in each of our assisted living buildings — the King’s Crown and the Arbor. They are also instrumental in

coordinating the actual move to assisted living, once the resident has selected a unit. The case managers often find themselves, at the request of the resident, coordinating closely with family members that live out of the area. Family members are frequent beneficiaries of the case manager’s knowledge and experience in assisting resident transition from one level of care here at Shell Point to another. “I really enjoy working with the residents, helping them find solutions to the problems they face day in and day out,” said Kristen Judah, the newest member of the Case Manager team. “I find it very gratifying to know that I’ve had a positive impact on a situation that was troubling to one of our residents,” she added. Janine Hammond agrees, “The best part about this job is getting to know residents that come from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences. I know we have done a good job in assisting a resident in moving to assisted living when that person says to me, ‘why didn’t I do this sooner?’”

You’re Invited! — New Year Offers New Social Events

FRIDAY NIGHT MEET, GREET & EAT SOCIAL It’s another Friday night with nothing to do, nowhere to go, no one to talk to. You’ve watched the early news, run out of things to discuss with your spouse or best friend, don’t feel like cooking, and are just plain bored. Well, put on a happy face, because we have the answer to those Friday night “blahs!” It’s called the Friday Meet, Greet & Eat Social and it takes place each Friday in January in The Woodlands Commons and the Palm Grill. All Shell Point residents are cordially invited to get out and meet some new peo-

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ple from all around the community, when they gather for free appetizers to whet your appetite for more and entertainment, with special guest hosts in attendance to get the party started. This social event begins at 5 p.m. each Friday in January, with delicious snacks to whet your appetite for more. And then, what could be more convenient than stepping right into the Palm Grill, where Chef Joel works his magic in the kitchen. January’s guest hosts include Linda Rakos and Paul Yacovitch, along with pianist John Bendall (Coquina), on January 5; Bob and Rita Southern, with

pianist Mary Halbach (Cameo) on January 12; Steve Minniear and Mike Mongoven, with pianist Charlotte Staller (Cameo) on January 19; and Russ Reider joins hosts David and Shirley Moreland, featuring Ruth Rodgers (Palm Acres) on piano, on January 26. The social is open to all Shell Point residents and offers everyone the opportunity for good fun, delicious food, and a chance to meet and chat with other residents — and employees, too. It’s a great way to start off the New Year, so mark your calendar for Friday fun, all month long!

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crafts such as needlework, woodwork, clay, textiles, lapidary, beadwork — and even book authors, just to name a few! There is a $5 fee to join the Crafting Group, which entitles you to one display table with a tablecloth. Additional tables are available for $5.00 each. Registration forms are available at either Service Desk, and you must register no later than Friday, January 19, to be a part of this exciting and fun-filled event. Please call Chairman, Barbara Hilton (Rosemont) at 267-4258, or Co-Chairman, Helen Remington (Lakewood), at 4827867 if you have any questions.

There are many creative residents living here at Shell Point – and a group of these artists and crafters have formed a new Crafting Group. To celebrate the occasion, they will be holding their first Craft Show on Friday, February 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Woodlands Commons Deck. So if you enjoy crafts, this will be a wonderful way to showcase your talents — which many of you didn’t realize you had, until you came to Shell Point and took advantage of the wonderful, creative classes offered here! Any item that is new and handmade by a resident is welcome. This includes many varied

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With the start of a new year it’s a great time to explore a new style, hair color, texture wave, or to turn back time with a skin renewing facial. Your salon has a comprehensive menu with something for everyone — from head to toe. Salon consultations are always complimentary and we would love the opportunity to discuss a new look that takes into consideration your hair type, face shape, and lifestyle. The most recent additions to salon services are facials, skin treatments, and massages. Imagine yourself relaxing with a moisturizing facial in a dimly-lit room, lis-

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tening to soothing music. You may wish to follow up your facial with a therapeutic massage to ease your tired or sore muscles. With this special salon pampering, you are sure to feel absolutely wonderful! Gift certificates were a popular gift item this past holiday season, and we look forward to some of you experiencing a special treat with our new services. Thank you, as well, for joining the celebration of the Salon’s one year anniversary. Mrs. Peggy Hewitt Peggy Hewitt of King’s

Crown was the enthralled winner of a $20.00 salon gift certificate – and she wasted no time in using it! The Salon also raffled a Mini Facial On-the-Go Carol (a $40.00 value) at the Campbell Holiday Shopping Spree. The lucky winner was Mrs. Carol Campbell of Parkwood. Congratulations to Mrs. Hewitt and Mrs. Campbell! We look forward to seeing you – and hopefully many more new customers finding a new look for the new year, right in the Shell Point Salons!

Rani Ward Passes Baton New Leader Heads Up Recorders Group For many years, Turban resident Rani Ward has been known for her volunteer service and dedication to both the Recorders and Tone Chimes musical groups. Recently Rani decided to devote more of her time and skills to the Tone Chimes players, as well as continuing her participation in many other musical groups at Shell Point. She was honored at a “retirement” party in November and turned over the Recorders leadership duties to Oakmont resident Chuck Durrell. Chuck’s recent love of learning and playing the Recorder is almost as great as his love of photography! Thanks to both of you for keeping music alive and well in our community!

Standing L - R: Joan Walter, soprano (Rosemont); Harry Myles, bass (Rosemont); Barb Boynton, soprano (Sand Dollar); Ann Aldrich, tenor (Coquina); Bob Chamberlain, alto (Cameo); Jan Van Laer, soprano (Turban) . Front row L - R: Chuck Durrell, alto (Oakmont) and (Rani Ward, bass (Turban).

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I am pleased and proud to present the following resident-led activities available on a regular basis to all Shell Point residents. If you have any questions, please call the resident volunteers leader listed. If you are interested in filling an open leadership position, please call Carole Faux, volunteer coordinated for 454-2290. For more information about resident-led support groups, resident advisory boards and court volunteering please contact Teri Kollath, Manager of Resort Services (454-2254). The following is a list of the ongoing activities are available at Shell Point. Activities are formed according to resident interest and are led by resident volunteer leaders with staff support from the Resort Services Program Coordinator, Elizabeth Brown (454-2239), The Woodlands Program Coordinator, Dianne Allen (454-2057), Education groups are supported by Reso urce Coordinator Larry Fose (454-2291). Fitness Groups are supported by the Fitness Coordinators, Cheryl Cooper and Melanie Vaughn (466-1111 x 2537).

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Volunteer Service Groups and Volunteer Leader(s) The following is a list of the ongoing service groups that are composed of resident volunteers who contribute their time in service to the Shell Point community. They are led by resident volunteer leaders and staff support from the Volunteer Coordinator, Carole Faux (454-2290). Save for future reference! ■ AARP Driver Safety Course Patricia Myers ■ Adopt – A – Road Ray Nandal ■ Arbor Medical Center Greeters ■ Art Studio Marguerite YatesJobes ■ Christmas Cantata Ted & Ruth Rodgers ■ Clerical seeking leader ■ Computer Lab Proctors/IS John Lehman, Wayne Wolfert ■ Computer Lab Proctor/WDL Janet Medina ■ Crafters Group Barbara Hilton, Helen Remington ■ Drivers John Lehman ■ Ensemble Group Dorothea Hansen ■ Gardens (Rose, Butterfly) Caroline LeGette ■ Gift Shop Grayce Gore ■ Health Club Hospitality

Eleanor & Burton Kyle ■ Hope Hospice at Shell Point staff supported ■ Hospitality seeking leader ■ Huggie Heart Pillows Hebe Henderson ■ Intergenerational Janet Bendall ■ Jazz ‘N Stuff Bill Johns ■ King’s Crown staff supported ■ Knitters Anonymous Irene Shareski ■ Lap Robes Mildred Smith ■ Library Lois Kessler ■ Library Book Talk Sallie Soule ■ Library Genealogy Fran Allison ■ Meals on Wheels Janet Morrell, Bill & Barbara Cox ■ Morning Callers Barbara Maruchi ■ Orchid House John Williams ■ Pavilion Auxiliary Bill Maruchi, President

■ Pharmacy staff supported ■ Photo Club George Bail ■ Quilters Vera Graham ■ RAC Greeters Janet Bendall ■ Recorders Chuck Durrell ■ Salon Greeters seeking leader ■ Shell Point Singers Dot Beard ■ S.P.O.T Ruth Deuber ■ SPTV Talent staff supported ■ Stamp Project Jim & Marsha Horton ■ Suzy Q Gene Smith, Alan Boers, Bill Saunders, George Erwin ■ Tax Aide (AARP) Ted Rodgers ■ Tone Chimes Chuck Durrell ■ Train Room Art Horn ■ UPS Dick Frey ■ Volunteer Techs Janet Medina ■ Welcome Center staff supported

Activity Times A schedule of activities is found in the calendar in Shell Point Life, in the Weekly Reminder, on SPTV (Channel 11). You can call the volunteer leader for specific information; their phone numbers are listed in your Resident Roster. All residents are welcome at any of these activities. We encourage you to stop by to see if any activity is of interest to you. 22

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■ Beady-Eyed Bead Club Helen Remington, Helen Johnson ■ Bible Studies – Ladies’ Bee Josephson ■ Bible Studies – Men’s Harold Greenlee ■ Bible Study Yvonne Huff ■ Billiards Ray Nandal ■ Bird Enthusiasts Bill Saunders, Iver Brook ■ Bocce Ball Bob Walker ■ Bridge Ann Hermann ■ Bridge, Duplicate Dottie & Dave Marano ■ Bridge, Mixed Progressive Jim Bradford ■ Bridge, Progressive Libby Linhart ■ CD Surround Paul Peterson ■ Computer Club Ted Boynton ■ Computer Lab Proctor/WDL Janet Medina ■ Computer Rebuilders’ Group Lou Gerig ■ Current Events David Dodd

■ Digital Photo Lab Ted Boynton ■ DVD Movie Bill Staples, Robert Phillips ■ Environmental Issues Gordon Buchi ■ Fishing Club Larry Roschella ■ Fit-n-Healthy Pat Webster ■ Game Night Roger White ■ Gentle Motions Bob Britz ■ Great Books Duffy Morton ■ Great Decisions David Sageser ■ Handwork Group Jeanette Hein, Gail Hamlet ■ Hymn Sing Charlotte Staller ■ Information Technology Forum Ron Bach ■ Inquiring Minds Murray Kupsaw ■ Intrepid Bike Group Chuck Durrell ■ Jazz ‘N Stuff Bill Johns ■ Lapidary Bill Moershel Lessie Slater ■ MacUsers Group Shirley Cook

■ Mah-Jongg Lila Williamson, Marie Marinin ■ Movie Night Dick Lowe, Nancy Cleaver ■ Online Investor Herman Bips ■ Organ Concert Ketch Morrell ■ Photo Lab Paul Myatt, Ted Boynton ■ Pinochle Harriett Heckler ■ Pottery June Lockhart ■ Shuffleboard Dayton Slater ■ Spanish Conversation Club Connie Curtin, Jody Wells ■ Stained Glass Wes Allison ■ Table Tennis Barbara Boynton ■ Tennis Jack Dreyer ■ Woodlands Mini-Library Lynn Haas (Palmer), Joan Wright ■ Woodlands Greeters Sue Nelson

Education & Fitness Classes and Volunteer Leader(s) More information on these and other regularly scheduled classes can be found in The Weekly Reminder, the Health Club schedule and in The Academy at Shell Point brochure. ■ Poetry Dr. Helen Johnson ■ Watercolor Group Phil Hilton

■ Word Mysteries Jackie Ferguson ■ Ballroom Dancing Dick Edwards

■ Line Dancing Ray & Lois Forsythe, Philip & Lois Gannon ■ Tai Chi Jean Dryer

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As a teenager, Bill was intrigued by an uncle who worked J E F F as Ca O trader R Y , Con F Pthe , EX New York Stock Exchange and taught him the LEGACY FOUNDATION value of money and how to pick stocks. As Bill matured he continued buying stocks and they went up in value. It was no surprise that he majored in business and corporate finance at college and took a job as a financial analyst after graduation. The knowledge his uncle had shared served him well and he quickly became the company’s highest producer. While Bill’s clients’ portfolios were growing, his was, too. He had invested most of his money in an IRA, so when he retired, the IRA was the most significant asset in his estate. At age 72, Bill realized he needed to do some estate planning. His CPA was concerned at the large imbalance in Bill’s estate, with an IRA much larger than any of his other assets. Based on his age and the increased value, his required distribution was nearly $100,000. The

CPA suggested Bill do some “asset balancing” minimize E to C U T I V E future D I R Etax C T problems. O R , At the encouragement of his financial advisors, Bill met with a gift planner at his favorite charity to discuss charitable gift options and his estate planning objectives. Bill found he could achieve his tax objectives by making annual charitable gifts up to $100,000 from his IRA. The benefit was that these gifts could be made tax-free and would help rebalance his overall estate. Because of his income level, there would be additional income tax benefits, as well. The $100,000 IRA gift turned out to be a good decision for Bill because it helped him achieve his tax planning goals and enabled him to make a lasting gift to his favorite charity. Have you thought of doing the same? For more information on the benefits of making an IRA gift, please contact Jeff Cory in the Legacy Foundation at 466-8484. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals.

The Legacy Foundation Presents

Is Your Financial Future At Risk? Are you worried about your future financial security and outliving your assets? Tuesday, January 30, 2007 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Come learn: • Ways to increase your income • Make the most of your retirement assets • Ways to immediately lower your income tax bill • Make distributions from your IRS taxfree and protect your investments, too! Presented by: Sheri and Eric Hynden of Flint Financial Group Please RSVP by calling 466-8484.

ALPHA: BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND “Will there be another Alpha course? I hope so because I missed the ones offered last year.” “My friends told me the Alpha course is great. I hope you have another one coming soon.” The Alpha course is an 11-week introduction to the basics of Christianity and has been a popular one with Shell Point residents. In answer to your many requests, yes, the Alpha course is being offered again in 2007, with the first session taking place in the Grand Cypress Room (WDL) at 5:30 p.m.

Alpha course is open for all Shell on Tuesday, January 16. The course Point residents, as well as those continues each Tuesday evening from surrounding areas. If the through the end of March. course sounds intriguing, why not The evening begins with a attend the first video presentation, friendship meal, followed by a Nicky Gumbel, teaching video and then a time for presenter of Alpha Christianity: Boring, Irrelevant, Untrue? to see what the Alpha prodiscussion in smaller groups. Nicky video series gram is all about. You may then Gumbel, on staff at Holy Trinity sign up for the remainder of the courses. Brompton Church in London, is the presenPlease contact Scott Bartholomew (454ter of the video series. His use of humor and 2148) or Janet Howard (454-2140) for more wonderful illustrations, plus his charming information. British accent, appeal to all who listen. The

Village Church Season of Praise Concert Features Big Brass Sounds The King’s Brass was formed over two decades ago and is comprised of professional musicians who desire to use the instruments they love to lead others in praise and worship. The King’s Brass features three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion, and keyboards, utilizing their instruments to blend together to create a time of innovative worship that will be enjoyed by all. Secular and sacred music critics alike

applaud their concerts as “superb in every way” and “innovative and wellplayed.” A King’s Brass concert is truly an unforgettable experience. Get your ticket now at The Village Church office to see this outstanding group on Sunday, January 7 at 6:15 p.m., or Monday, January 8 at 7:15 p.m. This could well be another sell-out concert, so don’t wait too long to get your tickets and experience these outstanding musicians for yourself!

Sunday, January 7 at 6:15 p.m. and Monday, January 8 at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $5 and available at The Village Church office. Shell Point Life | January 2007

JOHNSON ENGINEERING “DELIVERS” OPERATION: CHRISTMAS HOPE iors are often a forgotten segment of the community when it comes to having something “extra” done for them for the holidays. So in addition to their company’s other Christmas projects, these stockings, packed with personal hygiene and other small and useful supplies, were delivered to the Larsen Pavilion’s staff just in time for Christmas! Thank you to the generous folks at Johnson Engineering.

The 250 professionals at Johnson Engineering, Southwest Florida’s oldest and best-known full service civil engineering firm, once again took part in Operation: Christmas Hope creating stockings for 70 residents of The Larsen Pavilion. Joel Halberstadt, director of marketing, said that he and several employees first became interested in Shell Point several years ago, after completing some engineering work here. In the flurry of fundraising and toy drives that normally take place at Christmas, they felt that sen-

Joel Halberstadt and other representatives from Johnson Engineering delivered stockings for memory care residents living at the Larsen Pavilion.

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representative, but only the acting court representative has the power to discuss and vote on issues. Executive management staff from Shell Point Administration is also present at these meetings to provide information and respond to residents’ issues. From time to time, staff members from various departments are invited by the Council to present informative updates on procedures and programs in their areas of responsibility. The Council consists of one representative, elected by residents of each court on The Island and The Woodlands, from Shell Point South (Palm Acres), from King’s Crown, the Arbor, and from the Larsen Pavilion. For each court representative, a first and second alternate are also elected to serve, as needed, in the absence of the acting court representative. The Council serves as the resident governing body to act on sponsoring proposed programs, such as the United Way, the Employee Christmas Gift Drive,

The 2007 Shell Point Residents’ Council. Back row L to R: Warren Goodell (Lucina), Dick Rochstroh (Turban), Mike Klein (Nautilus), Bill Maruchi (Lakewood) representing the Larsen Pavilion, Dave Ferguson (Rosemont), Denny Arndt (Parkwood), Roger White (Periwinkle), Harold Waldron (Sand Dollar), Carol Palermo (Royal Bonnet) alternate for Marcia Stokes, Bill Staples (Lakewood), Bill Lanpher (Oakmont), Ted Rodgers (Palm Acres), and Emerson MacArthur (Arbor). Front row L to R: Sharon Bermel (Cameo), Martha Overlock (Coquina), Janna Greenfield (Macoma), Joan Perry (Harbor Court), Bette Dunnett (Tellidora), and Mary Vernon (Sundial).

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Library Fund Drive, etc. Each court representative also serves in the important role of court contact during hurricane season. The officers of the Residents’ Council are also empowered by the residents to act as their Resident Advisory Committee to present residents’ concerns to the Shell Point Board of Directors, who meet onsite at Shell Point approximately three times a year. In November 2006, elections were held to reappoint court representatives for each building, from which officers are elected. All of us at Shell Point are grateful for their volunteer service in these important positions. 2007 Court Representatives ARBOR . . . . . . . . . . . .Emerson McArthur CAMEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sharon Bermel CELLANA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dot Beard COQUINA . . . . . . . . . . .Martha Overlock HARBOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Joan Perry JUNONIA . . . . . . . . . . .Caroline Sapsford KING’S CROWN . . . . . .To be announced LAKEWOOD . . . . . . . . . .William Staples LUCINA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warren Goodell MACOMA . . . . . . . . . . . .Janna Greenfield NAUTILUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mike Klein OAKMONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bill Lanpher PALM ACRES . . . . . . . . . . . . Ted Rodgers PARKWOOD . . . . . . . . . . . .Dennis Arndt PAVILION . . . . . . . . . . . .To be announced PERIWINKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . .Roger White ROSEMONT . . . . . . . . . . . .Dave Ferguson ROYAL BONNET . . . . . . . .Marcia Stokes SAND DOLLAR . . . . . . .Harold Waldron SUNDIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mary Vernon TELLIDORA . . . . . . . . . . . .Bette Dunnett TURBAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dick Rockstroh 2007 Officers CHAIRMAN . . . . . . . . . . .Dick Rockstroh VICE CHAIRMAN . . . . . . . .Bill Lanpher SECRETARY . . . . . . . . . . . . .Roger White