Shell Point Life September 2012 by Shell Point Retirement Community

September 2012 Vol. 7 Issue 9

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SHELL POINT CONCERT SERIES A HISTORY OF HEALING FIVE PHYSICIANS TAKE A LOOK BACK AT THEIR PROFESSIONAL LIVES

MUSIC ON MY MIND

And this is the confidence that we have toward Him, that if we ask anything according to His will He hears us.

By Rochelle Cherniawski, editor When I was in middle school, each student was required to participate in some form of a musical education class. I couldn’t sing, so choir was out of the question. I didn’t feel like stringed instruments were “my thing,” so orchestra was ruled out. That left the band, and I had my heart set on playing the saxophone. When I went to the official band meeting to pick out my cool new instrument, my dreams came to a crashing halt as the teacher notified me that nobody would be playing the saxophone – yet. In order to be even considered for the honor of playing that brass beauty, you had to first master the clarinet. And guess what, they had already filled every seat of the clarinet section of our band. So there I was, wandering around a room filled with shiny brass, looking at all of the “leftover” instruments. While I considered my options, the cornet section squeaked in its last member. As I rounded the tubas and trombones, my spirits continued to dwindle. Finally, the teacher called me over to try the French horn. I blew a burst of air into the mouth piece and heard it pass through the coiled tubing and whisper out the other side. “Try again,” the

teacher encouraged. Another blast of air filtered out the open end. One more blow produced a shaky note that caught me by surprise as I felt it vibrate the flared bell. That was it. That one note sealed my fate - I was officially a French horn player. While my horn was undoubtedly beautiful, we did not have a lasting relationship. Sure, I practiced. Yes, I played in my fair share of concerts. But “Frenchie” really cramped my middle-school style. You can’t fit a French horn in a locker. And forget about trying to find a seat on the bus while wielding a case the size of a Doberman. As soon as I completed my required time in band class, I let my brother trade my horn in for an acoustic guitar. In retrospect, I should have tried another instrument. Maybe it’s not too late. I have been interested in learning how to play piano. In the meantime, I’ll leave it to the experts – like the performers that will be right here at Shell Point for the 10th anniversary season of the Shell Point Concert Series. The full lineup can be found on page 10. I hear the French horn players are outstanding!

1 John 5:14

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community. AVP of Communications Lynn Schneider Editor Rochelle Cherniawski Art Director Rich Cerrina Senior Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson Graphic Designer Kathy Grove Contributors Mary Franklin, Teri Kollath, Robyn Church, Bev Chandley, Suzanne Zavada, Brace Clarke, Randy Woods, Tim and Glenda Stephenson, Inga Bredahl, McKenzie Millis, Dawn Boren, Sarah Nadal, Dotty Morrison, Peggy Holton, and Susan Uhleman Do you have story ideas or photos to share? Contact Rochelle Cherniawski, editor, by calling 239-454-2055 or e-mail: rochellecherniawski@shellpoint.org. Back Issues Available Online Is there an issue of one of the magazines that you just have to have? Was your friend or family member seen in a recent issue but you lost it? You can find the current issue as well as the back issues of the magazine at www.shellpoint.net/spl/splife.htm

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Memories of Medical Careers

Resident Doctors Take a Look Back at Their Professional Lives BY SUE TAYLOR

ne of the reasons people choose to live at Shell Point is the high quality of healthcare provided in this award-winning continuing

care retirement community. This benefit is especially appealing to people who have a background in providing healthcare. Recently, Shell Point Life talked with five doctors who shared memories from their medical careers. The group took a trip to the

L-R: Dr. Ren Whitaker, Dr. Pedro Ponce, Dr. James Baumgarten, Dr. Al Kaplan, and Dr. Carl Sheusi

Museum of Medical History at Edison State College to look back at the development of the medical field and reminisce about their personal experiences. continued next page

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worked. When I was in high school, my father tried to convince me to go into the army, but I wanted to be a doctor. My father’s response was, ‘We are not wealthy people.’ My response was to work harder.” Higher Education With the commitment to work hard, a strong sense of determination, and some awarded scholarships, Pedro was able to enroll in the University of San Marcos in Lima, Peru. After six years following a science regimen, he received his BS and training in the university’s medical school. With further scholarship, Pedro was able to spend his next three years at the University of Brazil in Sao Paulo, first in cardiology and then specifically in pediatric cardiology. Returning to Peru, Pedro worked in the University Medical School Children’s Hospital of San Marcos for two years. “During this time, I realized that things were getting worse and worse in Peru,” says Pedro. “We had dictator after dictator, terrible poverty, and no hope of things getting better. Every year things seemed worse. I told my parents that I should go to the United States. The doctors that I worked with in Brazil had been trained in the U.S., and they encouraged me to look to the states for my future.”

Dr. Pedro Ponce

DR. PEDRO PONCE Cincinnati’s Pediatric Clinician Dr. Pedro Ponce (Lucina) remembers the difficulties his family faced when he was growing up in a very simple Catholic family in Lima, Peru. “We were very poor. In South American countries in the 50s and 60s, perhaps ten percent of the people were wealthy and could do what they wanted. The other ninety percent were the poor, who had very little hope and very few opportunities to change their lives.” Pedro’s parents were Peruvians. His father’s parents were from Spanish origin, and his mother’s parents were from Spain and Ireland. Their family did not have an easy life. In the midst of this difficult time 4

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in Peru, however, Pedro claims two very special blessings: “My parents taught me to love the Lord, and they taught me the habits of serious study and work. You know, just as Thessalonians says, ‘If a man will not work, he shall not eat.’ This is the ethic that my parents gave me.” As a teenager, Pedro worked two jobs. Every Saturday and Sunday, he sold tickets for the horse races, and every evening during the week he carried out minor tasks at a local electric company. “I didn’t mind the work because I saw the example in my family. Everyone

The United States With recognition of the disastrous conditions of Peru and upon receiving an offer of a partial scholarship, Dr. Ponce headed to the University of Chicago Medical Center. “Because I planned ahead and applied for a green card and because I continued to have good study habits that found me studying late into the evenings, I did well during my three years in Chicago and was able to stay in the United States.” From Chicago, Dr. Ponce headed to Cincinnati where he began his work at the Children’s Hospital of the University of

Dr. Pedro Ponce (front row standing at far right) grew up in Lima, Peru, in a simple Catholic family.

Cincinnati’s Medical School. “I wanted to go to the University of Cincinnati,” Dr. Ponce remembers, “because along with Philadelphia and Boston, Cincinnati had one of the best children’s hospitals in the nation. Proctor and Gamble provided such generous financial support to the hospital that they could hire some of the best medical personnel. This was where Dr. Sabin developed his live oral vaccine against polio. At first, I thought it would be too much for me, but I took no weekends off, no holidays, no parties, and I just worked. It was the only way I could do it. How much you put in is how much you get out. I was very blessed, and after four years I was hired to stay on in the hospital. Patients came from all over the U.S. to see us. As a clinician, I taught physicians in training for ninety-five percent of my time, and the other five percent was spent on difficult cases. I loved the challenge of diagnosing difficult medical cases.” In his last few years of pediatric practice, Dr. Ponce worked for the city of Cincinnati in their pediatric clinics. Dr. Al Kaplan

Family Life It was during his time in Cincinnati that Dr. Ponce met a pediatric nurse in the Children’s Hospital by the name of Gayl, who would become his wife and the mother of their three children. Reflecting on his courtship of Gayl, Pedro recounts the difficulties he had to overcome with her family in order to win her hand. Initially the family was opposed to their getting married and decided that taking Gayl away for a few months might help them to forget their feelings for one another. Unbeknownst to her parents, Gayl would send Pedro letters with updates on their itinerary, and Pedro would have letters waiting for her at the post offices of those cities they were visiting. Pedro quips, “I guess I had learned to be responsible, and they finally discovered this!” They married a year after she returned from her family vacation. Not only does Pedro continue to delight in a good marriage with Gayl, he also enjoys their three children, who he claims “are much better than me!” Their oldest son attended the Annapolis Naval Academy and is now a Navy commander and missile expert at the Colorado Springs Missile Defense Agency. Following in her father’s

footsteps, their daughter was a radiologist for the Children’s Hospital in Cincinnati and now works part-time with a large radiology group in Kentucky. Their youngest son graduated from Harvard and is an orthopedic surgeon now working as an associate professor at the University of Birmingham, Alabama Medical School. On to Shell Point Pedro and his wife retired in 1996 and headed to Florida. Settling into a house on Sanibel Island, they enjoyed being on the bay and taking care of more than thirty fruit trees for fifteen years. Soon the house and trees became too much for them, and they decided to make the move to Shell Point. Reflecting on this, Dr. Ponce exclaims, “We love it at Shell Point. It’s so beautiful here!” And there are other reasons. Because of rheumatic heart disease, Gayl has had a valve replacement, and Shell Point could provide her with immediate medical support. “We came in May, 2011,” remarks Pedro, “and we are very happy. I have been very blessed, and we’ve taught our children to be happy, to work, and to study, as well!”

DR. AL KAPLAN Internal Medicine Dr. Al Kaplan (Oakmont) grew up in Philadelphia as the only child of Russian immigrants who had traveled to the U.S. in steerage with little or nothing of material wealth. He remembers fondly the importance his parents placed on something of greater worth … education. “As an influence to my becoming a doctor, I have to count the high aspirations that Jewish immigrants had for their kids. Whether conscious or subconscious, there was always a push to succeed, and the aura of education’s importance was always there.” Humorously, Dr. Kaplan recounts a time in his life when he was already an established and successful physician. His father happened to see a letter he had received from Rutgers appointing him as an assistant professor at the university. “You’re a teacher?” his father asked with great pride. continued next page Shell Point Life | September 2012

MEDICAL CAREERS Continued from page 5 Dr. Kaplan had finally arrived! After high school in Philadelphia, Dr. Kaplan attended Temple University where he received a BA in Biology. He went on to Temple Medical School, where he received his M.D. Then he completed his one-year internship and his three-year residency program in internal medicine at Philadelphia General Hospital. Not only did Dr. Kaplan’s time in his residency program bring him further training, it also brought him a young Temple education graduate by the name of Mickie, who is now his wife of 56 years. As a teacher, she gave him financial support during lean years; and as his wife, she gave him their first son, who is now the Professor of Medicine at the same hospital that birthed him. Military Medicine During his residency Dr. Kaplan enrolled in a program with the U.S. Air Force which offered training physicians a deferment from service followed by a nonpaid commission in the Air Force. With the completion of his residency, Dr. Kaplan was able to go in as a captain for a two-year tour of duty, stationed in California at Vandenberg Air Force Base. Dr. Kaplan recollects, “This was an exciting time. The base was newly-opened and was the first West Coast missile base. We could sit on our doorstep and watch missiles being launched! This was where our daughter was born.” Completing his Air Force service, Dr. Kaplan returned to Philadelphia General Hospital and to the position of Chief Admitting Officer. For one extremely hectic year, Dr. Kaplan ran a crowded emergency room and all of its interns and residents. After a second son was born, the family headed to Bound Brook, New Jersey, where Dr. Kaplan opened a solo practice in general internal medicine. For thirty-four years, he practiced internal medicine and raised his family in New Jersey. In Bound Brook, Dr. Kaplan and Mickie welcomed their fourth child, another daughter. Dr. Kaplan retired from his practice in New Jersey in 1997 and moved for three years to Long Beach Island (LBI), an 18-mile long barrier island and beach lover’s paradise off 6

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Dr. Carl Sheusi

the coast. For twenty years, he and Mickie had been snowbirding to another beach lover’s paradise, Sanibel Island, where they eventually bought a home – which they enjoyed for 10 years. Heading to Shell Point For many of those years, the Kaplans knew and associated with many friends living at Shell Point. When they made the move for themselves, they ended up choosing a temporary unit in Macoma. They are currently preparing to move to their permanent residence in Oakmont. When reflecting on his life, Dr. Kaplan feels fortunate. “I had a wonderful practice and wonderful nurses. We still meet for lunch when we head north. One of my nurses keeps us caught up on all the news from there with newspaper clippings in the mail. And when I participate in the various activities at Shell Point, my introduction is simple: ‘I’m a retired physician. I have a wonderful wife, four wonderful kids, four wonderful kids-in-law, eight wonderful grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and I’m very happy!’”

DR. CARL SHEUSI Internal Medicine & Pulmonolgy Growing up in Niagara Falls with one brother, a mother, and father who owned a furniture store, Dr. Carl Sheusi (Rosemont) left his hometown to pursue a medical career. Eventually, he returned home and ended up running a solo internal medicine practice of thirty-eight years in the same city of his youth. Dr. Sheusi first left Niagara Falls to attend Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. He reflects that, perhaps, one reason for his pursuit of medicine might have been his surgeon uncle. Graduating with a BA in biological sci-

ences, Dr. Sheusi headed north to the University of Toronto, where he completed his MA in anatomy. He then moved on to the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine for his MD. Back to the Buffalo area, Dr. Sheusi followed up his doctorate with a three-year residency in internal medicine at the E.J. Meyer Memorial Hospital and a one-year fellowship, specializing in lung disease. “The hospital saw a lot of tubercular disease at that time,” remembers Dr. Sheusi, “and with good drug control and good care, tuberculosis was gradually on its way out.” Following the completion of his fellowship in 1960, Dr. Sheusi turned toward home and began a solo practice in internal medicine that would last until his retirement in 1998. During these thirty-eight years, Dr. Sheusi became the Chief of Medicine at Niagara Falls Memorial Hospital. He also met and married Mary Ann, his wife of 43 years. Flight Surgeon Experience with the military was another component of those years. Joining the Air National Guard and becoming a senior flight surgeon, Dr. Sheusi remained in the Reserves until 1981. Three of those years were active duty, with one year spent as a flight surgeon in charge of a hospital in Vietnam, as well as his flight duties. Called up for that service, Dr. Sheusi had to leave his solo practice and his patients for one year until he was able to return and start his work once again. “Following my absence for military duty, we purchased a condo in Naples in 1985.” In the 1980s, Dr. Sheusi got his private pilot’s license, purchased an airplane, and then acquired an instrument rating. With retirement in 1998, Carl and Mary Ann built a home in Naples. After 15 years of enjoying Florida, they began to seek a new retirement lifestyle and Mary Ann had the opportunity to tour a variety of communities in the area. Deciding that Shell Point had the best facilities and best all-around offerings, Dr. Sheusi and Mary Ann settled at Shell Point in 2010. Dr. Sheusi recollects that retirement meant more than new locations. “When I retired, I decided I wanted to do something different. I liked doing things with my hands, and I wanted to do something that

Dr. Ren Whitaker

would have a permanent relationship. Out of the blue, I chose stone sculpting. For six weeks, I took a basic course at the Von Liebig Art Institute in Naples and then started sculpting. I’ve taken other courses since, and I work with a fantastic sculptress, Angelika Kade, who has a studio in Naples. I’ve worked with her for five or six years in stone sculpting. She’s a tremendous teacher, as well as an artist.” He also finds time in his busy retirement to take some classes in Shell Point’s Academy, and enjoys participating in the Veterans’ Club. Dr. Sheusi continues to practice medicine – as a volunteer. One to two mornings every week, he does volunteer medicine at Friendship Health Clinic, taking care of indigent patients in Naples. He is in his 13th year as a volunteer physician there. He commented, “We like to stay active and connected, and we’ve certainly been able to do that at Shell Point!”

DR. REN WHITAKER Family Practice Growing up in Rapid City, South Dakota, Dr. Ren Whitaker (Lucina) was introduced to the business his father owned. He claims, “At the early age of nine, I started picking up discarded roof shingles for my father, a sheet metal and roofing contractor. And I always expected I’d go to the local South Dakota School of Mines. My parents had limited income, I enjoyed chemistry, and the engineering school was a way for me to get a good but inexpensive education.” He soon graduated as a chemical engineer. Working for two years in the training management program of the Shell Oil Company, he moved from Texas to Montana, learning the job of a production oil engineer. continued next page Shell Point Life | September 2012

MEDICAL CAREERS Continued from page 7 After the first year of designing processes for products coming out of oil and gas fields, Dr. Whitaker began to question his career choice. “I experienced the death of a close friend, who had wanted to pursue medicine. I prayed a lot and took consideration of my values in life, and I decided that God was moving me to go back to school for medicine.” A Career Change When he was stationed in Denver and preparing to apply for medical school, Dr. Whitaker met a young teacher named Bev who lived in the same apartment house. “When I realized that I was headed off to study medicine,” Dr. Whitaker recollects, “I thought it would be too tough to have a relationship adding other responsibilities, and I was worried that I couldn’t accomplish what I needed in my studies. But then I started thinking about what it would be like to be without this good-looking lady! I just couldn’t think of moving on without her!” So, while he applied to the University of South Dakota Medical School, Bev filled out teaching applications that got her a position in Sioux City, Iowa, not too far away. In 1962, Dr. Whitaker entered the University of South Dakota Medical School for two years of basic science, followed by a move to Seattle and the University of Washington for two years of clinical practice and the awarding of his MD degree. “I had initially considered doing medical missionary work with the Methodist Mission Board,” remembers Dr. Whitaker, “but the more I looked at rural medicine, I believed it to be mission work itself. So I turned to the U.S. Public Health Service.” Heading to New Orleans, he completed a one-year general internship at the Marine Hospital, using services offered by Tulane and LSU. For the next two years, Dr. Whitaker was engaged in a family practice residency with the Indian Health Service of Gallup, New Mexico. The main population served was that of the Navajo Indians and some of the Pueblo. Dr. Whitaker recollects, “I needed interpreters when treating any traditional Indians. I really struggled trying to learn the Navajo language. It’s certainly one of the hardest, accounting for its use as a code language in WWII.” 8

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Initially, Dr. Whitaker and Bev thought they would stay with the Indian population, but over-regulation and a desperate plea from rural Oberlin, Kansas, changed their minds. Oberlin had been a progressive town, having a four-man medical practice that had suddenly dwindled down to one doctor’s care. The Whitakers arrived to find that doctor dying in the hospital. “By then, we had three kids. I wouldn’t get home for two or three nights most weeks. I ran the emergency room, a 25-bed hospital, a 120-bed nursing home, my own practice, and I was the county coroner. I remember falling asleep one night during a telephone call from the ER telling me I had a patient. They had to send a policeman to pick me up because they could not get through on the phone! And Bev never complained but held down the home front and the children.” Oberlin was a wonderful place to serve the underserved. While there, he was President of the Northwest Medical Society and wrote and received a HURA (Health for Underserved Rural Areas) Grant that provided needed services for Oberlin: preventive health service for the community, three satellite clinics, two physician assistants, emergency ambulance service, unification of telephone companies for 911 service, EMT training, and the first certified EMT service in western Kansas.

After Oberlin, the family moved to Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where Dr. Whitaker worked for satellite clinics doing obstetrics, primary care, and some coverage in the ER. In 2001, after thirteen years in Prairie du Chien, Dr. Whitaker retired. Retirement While visiting a brother-in-law in Lehigh Acres, the Whitakers became familiar with Florida, but swore that they’d never live in a state without a mountain. Dr. Whitaker claims, however, that the warm climate, the stimulating retirement life, and God’s call soon changed their minds. Purchasing a condo in North Fort Myers in 2003, the couple became familiar with Shell Point through a card in the mail, trips to Sanibel, and playing bridge with friends who were Shell Point residents. They moved to Shell Point in 2011, where they continue to play bridge - especially after discovering that they moved in across from their bridge-playing friends! Dr. Whitaker remarks, “There’s so much to do at Shell Point. They just won’t let you get bored! It’s a Christian community where people care about each other, and we experience His presence in our daily lives. We’re very satisfied, and God is generous. We’ve received more than we ever gave!”

The Museum of Medical History at Edison State College

Preserving the

History of Medicine The Museum of Medical History is an educational museum located in the nursing building on the campus of Edison State College in Fort Myers. Opened to the public in January of 2011, this non-profit is the result of the collective efforts of Dr. Roger Scott, MD, Southwest Florida’s first board certified surgeon; and Dr. Jacob H. Goldberger, MD, a general surgeon in Fort Myers. The museum honors the memory of Dr. Goldberger’s partner, Dr. David Bernstein. “We wanted to create a museum that would protect, preserve, Retired surgeon Dr. and interpret the history and development of medicine from all Roger Scott is curator periods,” said Dr. Scott. of the museum. With a series of historical exhibits, the museum does just that. The centerpiece of the display is an operating room that offers a first-hand look at the lighting, operating table, and accessories typical of an operating room from 1928. Other exhibits include a pharmacy, a nursing exhibit, a military exhibit, a doctor’s office, and more. “Everything was donated to us,” explained Dr. Scott. “The museum also extends out

DR. JAMES BAUMGARTEN Radiologist Dr. James Baumgarten (Rosemont) grew up as the next-to-youngest of four boys and three girls in Owensboro, Kentucky. He jokes, “I always got the crumbs!” More than mere crumbs, however, Dr. Baumgarten received a good education, following his older brother to a boarding high school run by Xavierian Brothers out of Maryland and then on to pre-med courses at the University of Dayton for three years. Making a move to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the University of Marquette, Dr. Baumgarten graduated from the Marquette Medical School in 1954 with his MD degree. After a general internship year at St. Joseph Infirmary in Louisville, Dr. Baumgarten passed his board exams and state licensure. As Dr. Baumgarten recollects, “As soon as my internship was completed, I received a congratulatory telegram … from the US Navy, and I was soon a Navy flight surgeon stationed at the Pensacola Naval Air Training Base.” For three and a half years of active serv-

ice, Dr. Baumgarten was in training command as a doctor in charge of naval air pilots and young cadets training in aviation. After those three and a half years, he was discharged and put on call in the Reserves. Following this brief interruption, he returned to St. Joseph Infirmary where he completed three and a half years in a radiology residency and met his first wife Dorothy. Dr. Baumgarten remembers his reason for pursuing radiology, stating, “I had a very good friend three or four years ahead of me who was quite pleased with radiology and practiced at Owensboro. I became enamored with that field, and a spot to work with a friend opened for me there.” As Dr. Baumgarten reflects on his own radiology practice that lasted some forty years, servicing two hospitals and smaller outlying hospitals, he remembers, “I had a very lucrative practice in partner-

into the local community with exhibits at Gulf Coast Medical Center, Edison National Bank, and Lee Memorial Hospital. However, those displays are just a small portion of our collection. Our main displays are all housed in the museum at Edison State College.” Tour the Medical Museum on Thursday, October 18

In addition to the intriguing displays, the museum hosts educational programs, public events, and lectures. Shell Point residents are invited to take a tour of the museum on Thursday, October 18. Further details, including sign up information, will be announced in the October issue of Shell Point Life.

Dr. James Baumgarten

ship with two other radiologists. We kept quite busy. New developments in radiology were exciting, and it was an interesting time for new products and procedures. We did radiology, nuclear medicine, all sorts of procedures, therapy, and treatment of cancers with radiation and isotopes.” Dr. Baumgarten and Dorothy had four boys. Then, in 1985, Dorothy died of breast cancer. Dr. Baumgarten recollects, “I wandered rather aimlessly for about a year. Then I met Gail, a Merck pharmaceutical rep. She quickly became my majordomo, or the female equivalent of that!” In 1991, Dr. Baumgarten retired from his practice, and he and Gail headed to Fort Myers. In 2006, the couple moved to Shell Point. “We looked it over and were quite interested in Shell Point’s continuum of care and overall offerings. We’re happy here!” Enjoying his retirement, Dr. Baumgarten became involved in some teaching at Shell Point’s Academy. “Some years ago, as all the grandparents were getting emails from their grandchildren, a group of us did some general teaching to get fellow residents acclimated to email and word processing. I guess I’ve now hung up my shingle, and I’m enjoying retirement.” Shell Point Life | September 2012

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Connie Livingston

Announcing Shell Point’s

10th Anniversary ConcertSeries 2012-2013

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It seems like only yesterday that I was sitting at my desk thinking about possible ways to accommodate resident interest in the performing arts as our community was growing with the arrival of The Woodlands. In the past, we had offered transportation to popular local music venues. However, it was a startling fact to realize that one or two busloads would surely not satisfy the number of interested residents. This thought led to the inception of Shell Point’s own Fine and Performing Arts Concert Series. Then a few years later, the

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question shifted to, “How are we going to be able to accommodate the growing and broad musical interests of our diverse resident population?” So we created a concert series for classical chamber music lovers, entitled Concerts and Conversations, and also partnered with the Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra. Through the years, our main goal has been to offer you a variety of quality artists with an array of musical styles right here in your own backyard. This 10th anniversary year builds on this tradition.

Spanish Brass

Carpe Diem String Quartet

Fine & Performing Arts Series The Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series will feature equal parts of artistic excellence, international acclaim, superb entertainment, virtuoso performers, and a sense of surprise. The series begins on Thursday, November 8, with vocalist Connie Livingston and trumpeter Charles Lazarus presenting Fly Me To The Moon, Naples philharmonic orchestra an evening of romantic jazz standards from The Great American Songbook. On Thursday, December 6, enjoy the sounds of Spanish Brass as they perform many traditional and holiday favorites. Swing and sway to the familiar doo wop tunes of The Diamonds on Friday, February 8. The Naples Philharmonic Orchestra will present a classic celebration of fine music on Saturday, March 9. And then the Carpe Diem String Quartet will round out the series on Thursday, April 4. Order now and save on the Fine & Performing Arts Series by purchasing the entire series of five concerts for only $125. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just $25 per concert! Other options include selecting three of your favorite shows for $90, or purchasing individual tickets for The Diamonds $35 each. Each concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Auditorium.

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10th Anniversary

The Merling Trio

ConcertSeries 2012-2013

Concerts & Conversations Series The Concerts & Conversations Series offers classical music lovers an opportunity to experience concerts in the intimate setting of the Grand Cypress Room of The Woodlands with the added bonus of enjoying a beverage and dessert with featured artists following each performance. One of today’s premier ensembles, The Merling Trio, will perform on Monday, November 26, with musicians from Polish, Japanese, and Dutch backgrounds. Back by popular demand, American master pianist Thomas Pandolfi will perform on Thursday, January 31. Winner of the gold medal at the Tokyo International Music Competition, the Amernet String Quartet will grace the stage on Thursday, February 21. Bass baritone Douglas Renfroe and pianist Lavon Mattson will round out the series on Tuesday, March 28. Purchase the entire Concerts & Conversations Series for only $80 and save. Single tickets are available for $25 per concert. The price of each ticket includes the concert, as well as a dessert reception where you can meet and greet the featured artists! Each concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. in The Grand Cypress Room.

Thomas Pandolfi

Amernet String Quartet

Southwest Florida Symphony Series The Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, guest conducted by highly-acclaimed and musically talented maestros, will present three wonderful performances of Music on a Grand Scale. For the first concert, the symphony will perform their always popular Holiday Pops concert on Friday, December 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Auditorium. Tickets for this concert are just $25. The Symphony Series will continue on Monday, January 28, as Leiof Bjaland conducts The Discovery Concert featuring Berlioz’s masterpiece, Symphony Fantastique. On Thursday, February 14, conductor David Itkin will lead the orchestra in Strauss’ Prelude to Capriccio, Beethoven’s No. 4, and

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LaVon Mattson

Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 1. Both of these symphony concerts can be purchased for $32 or individually for $20 each. The concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Auditorium.

Douglas Renfroe

Leiof Bjaland JAMES STEPHENSON

David Itkin

Special Bonus Event On Tuesday, February 12, the always popular, fun, and talented Barbary Coast Dixieland Band will have your feet tapping to every note. The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Auditorium. Tickets are only $15! Be sure to get your tickets early, as this one sells out fast. Barbary Coast Dixieland Band

Order Your Concert Series Tickets Today

Residents are encouraged to fill out the 2012-2013 concert series order form, located on the back of this year’s concert brochure, to order tickets. Additional order forms are available at either The Island service desk or The Woodlands service desk. All concerts are open to the public and tickets may be purchased by visiting

www.shellpoint.org/concerts or calling the box office at 454-2067. We look forward to another successful concert season and thank you for your continued support as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary season of the Shell Point Concert Series. Let the music play on!

KEE P GRE AT PR OGRA MS COM IN G TO S HE L L P OIN T

Become a Friend of the Arts We are pleased to extend an opportunity for you to continue in the tradition of becoming a Friend of the Arts for the 10th Anniversary season of the Shell Point Concert Series. The 2012-2013 season brochure will be distributed this month, revealing a concert series packed with world-renowned musicians. We offer these outstanding musical performances to Shell Point residents and members of the local community at a fraction of the total cost of bringing the series to Shell Point. And we are able to do so

because of the support of Friends of the Arts. Aside from the actual expense of the performers and their booking agents, there are often additional costs associated with each concert. Some of these costs increase annually, such as travel, local support musicians, special technical needs, meals, marketing, printing costs, and box office operations. Please consider becoming a Friend by making a donation to help offset the cost of this year’s concert series. Your tax deductible gift will contribute to the success of this season of performances and help to assure the

series will continue in years to come. This year, we look forward to inviting our Friends of the Arts to attend select Meet the Artist events and enjoy special ticket promotions to share with family and friends. Please use the official contribution form below, or the one in this year’s concert series brochure. Checks should be made out to “Shell Point Retirement Community” with “concert series” noted on the memo line. We thank you in advance for your generous donation and for ensuring a successful 10th Anniversary season.

I/We wish to contribute a gift (tax deductible), as a Friend of the Arts, in the amount of $_____________________________ . Maestros—$2,500 or more • Composers—$1,000-2,499 • Conductors—$500-999 • Soloists—$300-499 • Chorus—$100-299 Optional: (check one) I wish to make my contribution in honor of:_______________________________________________________________________________ I wish to make my contribution in memory of: ____________________________________________________________________________ Donor name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City: _____________________________________ State: _______ Zip:______________ Phone (optional): _____________________________ To make a contribution, please fill out this form and mail, along with your payment, to: Dawn Boren, c/o Friends of the Arts • 15000 Shell Point Blvd., Suite 110 • Fort Myers, FL 33908 Please make checks payable to Shell Point. 13

Preserving Memories Shell Point Offers New Service to Convert Your VHS Videotapes toonly. DVD Discs Photo rendering is representational Subject to change

VHS Tape Transferring Service Now Available Just bring your VHS tape(s) to either the Island or Woodlands Service Desk, and fill out a duplication request form. Cost is $10 per tape conversion. Please allow 2-3 weeks.

What are memories worth? If you have old videotapes, there is a simple answer – they’re worth a lot more if you can see and enjoy them! Shell Point has just unveiled a new service that will transfer your VHS videotapes onto DVD discs. For a flat fee of $10 per tape, Shell Point employees will take your VHS tapes and burn their contents onto a DVD, which can be played on any modern DVD player or computer. “We know many of our residents have large archives of home movies and other memories, some of which they probably haven’t watched in years,” said Jared Pike, supervisor of Shell Point TV. “Tapes degrade over time, and VCRs are tough to come by nowadays. Having your memories on DVD makes them more easily accessible, watchable, and sharable.”

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All you need to do is bring your VHS tapes to the Island or Woodlands Service Desk, and fill out a duplication request form. Afterwards, you will receive your original tape, plus a labeled DVD in a hard case. Multiple DVD copies are also available by request, so you can send them to friends and family. “Most video firms charge by the hour,” said Jared. “We are making it easily accessible to Shell Point residents by just charging a flat fee of $10 per tape. And, we save you the trip!” Please note: Shell Point cannot transfer copyrighted materials, such as TV shows and major motion pictures. Also, formats such as Super 8 film, Hi-8, S-VHS, or Beta are not available at this time. Furthermore, Shell Point is not responsible for damage to any personal materials.

The Suzy Q V fundraising goal has been met! The 28-seat vessel is currently being built and will be sailing into the Shell Point Marina this fall. More information regarding a dedication ceremony and inaugural sail will be announced in the near future.

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The Health Connection continues in September with a variety of classes tailored to your health. You can participate in a physical activity, learn about available resources, and connect with the medical community. You choose the path to your own healthy lifestyle!

Wellness Specialty Classes Beat the heat while exercising indoors with Nordic Pole Walking “Insiders” on Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 18, 20, 25, and 27. This progressive skills class will meet from 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the Church Auditorium. The cost is $20 for four sessions. Participants will see improvements in posture, cardiovascular strength, and muscle tone. Instructor Lindy Smith is a Nordic Walking expert and certified fitness instructor. Jump on the bus for the Shell Point Walking Outing to the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Nature Center. This walk will take you into the great outdoors on the trails at the Nature Center on Thursday, September 27. Court pickups begin at 8:15 a.m. and the $10 cost includes the Nature Center fee. Jim Plummer (Parkwood) and Bob Chamberlin (Royal Bonnet) will be leading the group on 20minute, 40-minute, or 60-minute walks. At the end of the walk, everyone will meet to wind down while socializing and enjoying a snack and water. Michelle Smith, fitness supervisor, continues with Pilates Stretch every Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. in The Island Health Club. No sign up is required and you pay $5 per person each time you participate. Pilates Stretch will help relieve stress and have you feeling great all over!

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Shell Point as Your Resource Join the professionals from the Shell Point Salon & Spa on September 10 at 3:15 p.m. for Skin: What Type Are You? The class will take place in the Social Center on The Island. Kendal Colosimo, esthetician, and Robyn Church, salon manager, will teach this hands-on class that includes cleansing and toning your skin along with a firming facial mask. The cost is $5 per person and each participant will receive a $5 coupon for skin products redeemable at Shell Point Salons. Shell Point’s Home Care staff is focused on caregivers who may need to leave home suddenly and will find comfort in knowing spouses will be able to receive private custom care as previously developed. Joanne Meyers, RNSBSN/Home Care manager, and Sandy Aurs, RN/Home Care case manager, will present “Peace of Mind” Shell Point Home Care on Wednesday, September 12, at 10:15 a.m. in the Social Center, on The Island.

Your Medical Community Dr. David Ritter will be on site to discuss the disease process of melanoma and the prevention strategies. Melanoma – Get the Facts, will take place Friday, September 21, at 10:30 a.m. in the Grand Cypress Room of The Woodlands. At this time, he will also discuss the relationship between physical health and spiritual health. Dr. Ritter is Board Certified with the American Board of Surgery and has a certificate of added specialty in Surgical Oncology. Dr. David Ritter presents “Melanoma – Get the Facts” on Friday, September 21, at 10:30 a.m.

Look for the October 2012 through March 2013 issue of The Health Connection brochure to be hitting your mailbox on September 19. Registration begins on September 21 at either service desks.

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Healthcare: Implications and Challenges for Southwest Florida Monday, October 29 • 7 p.m. Church Auditorium/IS Sign up required Quality healthcare is of importance to each of us and to our loved ones. It is also highly politicized, fragmented, expensive, and, at times, even elusive. Jim Nathan, Jim Nathan president/CEO of Lee Memorial Health System (LMHS), will share with us his perspective of the complexities of healthcare and how they impact southwest Florida. He will also share current national political activities and their healthcare implications. Jim served as LMHS president from 1982 through 1997 and has served as president/CEO since 2000. During the three years he was away from LMHS, he served as a leadership consultant, including involvement in health reform issues at the national level. Jim holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Miami University, master’s degrees in both business administration and in health care administration from Xavier University.

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For The Love of Learning On Tuesday, September 4, Professor Adrian Kerr kicks off the fall semester of his popular history classes with How Caribbean Sugar Helped George Washington Win Independence. Pulled from his U.S. History lecture, and enhanced with greater detail, this program gives us a good look at the most unexpected source of help in the colonists’ bid for independence. Our popular bridge instructor, Susan Willoughby, is offering a new course this fall – Novice Bridge. Session 1 begins on Wednesday, September 5. This is a good opportunity to bring bridge back into your life. Those who are further ahead in their bridge skills can enjoy Intermediate Bridge. Susan also begins this session 1 course on Wednesday, September 5. Our resident etymologists are back at it, studying and enjoying The Anatomy of Words on Mondays, beginning September 10. Led by Floyd Jamison (Parkwood), Harold Greenlee (Coquina), and Frank Sevier (Harbor Court), this group is great to enjoy as an active participant, yet it is every bit as interesting to sit on the sidelines and simply enjoy. Professor Adrian Kerr’s next class in September, Hong Kong: The Rise of the Dragon, takes place on Tuesday, September 11. This course will trace Hong Kong’s epic journey from a tiny uninhabited swampy British colony after the Opium War of 1839 16

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through to its current status as global financial economic powerhouse and business capital. Herb Sklar (Eagles Preserve) has devised yet another opportunity for those finding and honing their drawing skills. Live Figure Drawing Using Charcoal and Pencils begins

Kristie Anders, Education Director of the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, joins us on Tuesday, September 18, to present a program on Hurricanes.

on Wednesday, September 12. Papier Colle Printmaking is another new art class from Herb Sklar, also beginning Wednesday, September 12. This class is an opportunity to use our new press to create a printmaking “sandwich” – part painting, part lithograph, and part monoprint. Our favorite conservation lecturer, Kristie Anders, Education Director of the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, joins us on Tuesday, September 18, to provide a program on Hurricanes. She will share from her mixture of personal experiences and scientific information. Everyone can benefit from a workshop on active listening! Once again, Bill Saunders (Turban) shares his expertise on how we can increase this active skill, through practice. Join us Wednesday, September 19, for Active Listening Workshop: How to be a Better Listener. On Monday, September 24, the Academy hosts a panel of Shell Point experts who will lead us through the process of how we can ease the burden of decisions for those we love the most by

using the correct documents for Making My Wishes Legal. The panel includes Janine Hammond, case manager, Timothy Stevenson, executive director of the Legacy Foundation, and Dr. Carol Clark, nurse practitioner. Ending Well is a perfect follow up to the presentation on legal documents. On Tuesday, September 25, Dr. Nancy Spencer, clinical psychologist, and Dr. Sue Stranahan, director of the department of spiritual services, will review the emotional and spiritual complexities facing people who want to discuss such important and sensitive topics with their loved ones. The Academy is proud to now be including the Library Book Talk each month. On Tuesday, September 25, Ruth Deuber (Periwinkle) will review The Secret Adventures of Charlotte Bronte by Laura Joh Rowland. As always, discussion will follow with refreshments courtesy of the Shell Point Library. You may have heard of this amazing “living will with a heart and soul.” Five Wishes will be presented on Wednesday, September 26, by Jonathan Scalone, veteran outreach coordinator of Hope Healthcare Services.

Legacy Seminar Money and the Mind – the Effect of Perceptions About the Economy on Our Living and Our Giving is our Legacy Seminar for September. The presentation will be held on Wednesday, September 26, with guest speaker Gary Moore, president of Gary Moore and Company, which offers counsel to ethical and spiritual investors.

Academy on the Go On Thursday, September 6, you can learn more about fly fishing with a Discover Fly Fishing: Casting Clinic with Joe Mahler and Fly Tying Demonstration by Norm Zeigler on Sanibel Island, followed by lunch at the Island Cow. The next educational field trip for September takes us Behind the Scenes at the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts. Do you ever wonder what happens out of our sight at the Phil? Find out on Monday, September 24!

Technology Today and Tomorrow (T3) There is a new way to read! You can learn all about it this month, beginning with a Roundtable: eReaders and eBooks on Tuesday, September 4, coordinated by Dick Uhleman (Nautilus). Next, on Tuesdays, September 11 and 25, both Dick and Susan Uhleman will present a Workshop: Kindle eReader Prep School. They round out their September presentations with Introduction to Kindle Fire (Color Tablet) on Thursday, September 20. Telephone technology is addressed in a Workshop: Jitterbug Cell Phones on Mondays, September 17 and 24, by Bruce Findley (Sundial). Then Penny Modrich (Nautilus) joins Bruce on Thursdays, September 20 and 27 for a Workshop: Using Skype and Facetime on iPhones and iPads.

Computer College Prep School Basics are taught by some of the most helpful people at Shell Point. You truly can come to their prep school

Academy of the Go heads to Naples on Monday, September 24, for a behind- the-scenes tour of the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts.

basics classes with no computer experience at all and you leave having tried something that can change your life. Why not try Computer College Prep School – Basics on Mondays, September 17 through October 22 with Alice and Gerry DeBaun (Eagles Preserve) or Internet Prep School – Basics on Wednesdays, September 19 through October 10 with Richard Nelson (Lakewood)? You have nothing to lose, and so very much to gain! For those just getting started with their computer skills, Review and Practice Basic Computer Skills on Tuesdays, September 4 through 25, with Jim Plummer (Parkwood) is just the ticket. The next step is to Organize Files for Easy Retrieval and you can learn this on Thursdays, September 6 through 20, with Dean Traxler (Rosemont). Then you will probably want to buy your own laptop or notebook. Jim Plummer (Parkwood) will help you with that on Wednesday, September 12, with Specifications for Buying a new Laptop or Notebook Computer. Russ Kraay (Oakmont) offers the level one class “How To” Using Word 2007 or Word 2010 on Mondays, September 24 through October 8. Frank Di Vesta (Lakewood) rounds out the level 1 classes with Essentials of Power Point on Mondays, September 24 through October 8. Level 2 classes this month include What Can I Do with Speech Recognition? on Wednesdays, September 5 and 12, with Floyd Jamison (Parkwood) and The Power of Right Clicking Windows 7 on Thursdays, September 13 and 20, with Dean Traxler (Rosemont). Information about Academy classes can be found online at www.shellpoint.net and in the brochures located at either service desk. Please continue to confirm course information, including fees and any necessary changes, by watching SPTV and checking the Weekly Reminder. Shell Point Life | September 2012

A GUEST EDITORIAL

New Durable Power of Attorney Law Affects Everyone On October 1, 2011, a new Durable Power of Attorney law took effect in the state of Florida. Most people have Durable Power of Attorney documents as a part of their estate plan – so I thought I would review some of the highlights of the new law. Most of us know what a Durable Power of Attorney is, although some may be confused when one is used and when one becomes invalid. A Durable Power of Attorney document allows you to name someone to effectively and legally sign for you for a variety of commercial and legal transactions. You can grant someone the power to buy, sell and transfer stocks, bonds, money, real estate and almost anything else you can think of. A Durable Power of Attorney can be used to grant someone else the authority to make gifts on your behalf, or even establish and fund trusts – including estate planning and/or Medicaid trusts. Upon your death, however, the Durable Power of Attorney document ceases. Then your will takes over. The “durable” in Durable Power of Attorney means that the powers you grant someone survive your incapacity. But the powers are not applicable after your death. Understanding the New Law

In years past, the law allowed you to create a “springing” Durable Power of Attorney, meaning that it could be drafted to only take effect upon your incapacity. The new law does not allow “springing” Durable Powers of Attorney, meaning that when you sign the document it becomes immediately effective. Practically speaking, “springing” Durable Powers of Attorney weren’t very useful, since the banks and financial firms that would have had to rely on them are wary of “springing” powers because the banks and financial firms don’t want to be liable if the contingency that creates the power hasn’t occurred yet. One of the more notable changes to the 18

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law includes the fact that a general grant of authority, such as “I grant ‘Joe’ the power to do anything that I could do” is now insufficient for most actions. In other words, if you

Given the importance of having adequate estate documents, and a significant change to the Florida statue in 2011, I asked a local attorney to tell us more about the new Durable Power of Attorney law and how it will impact many residents of Shell Point. Please contact your attorney or call the Legacy Foundation at 4668484 for more information. ~ Timothy Stephenson, Exec. Director of the Legacy Foundation want Joe to be able to write checks from your bank accounts, he needs specific banking powers. If you want Joe to have the ability to sign a deed conveying real estate, then the document specifically needs to grant him that power. In fact, the law states that the authority to grant certain gifting or estate planning powers not only needs to be included in the document, but each specific power needs to be initialed by the principal (you). This requirement applies to certain matters involving trusts, gifts, rights of survivorship, designation of beneficiaries, beneficial interests under annuities, disclaimers and powers of appointment. So if you want to give someone the power to change the beneficiary of your IRA, for example, not only must that actual authority be designated in the

Durable Power of Attorney, but you need to initial right next to that specific power for it to be valid. Failure to have such specific powers inside of the document may render the document useless. Documents that were signed before October 1, 2011, are referred to in the statute as “legacy” documents and are supposed to remain valid even if they don’t necessarily comply with the new law. However, for all practical purposes they will be more difficult to use since the banks and brokerage houses, among others, are going to require a document that complies with the new law for the bank or brokerage house to honor it. Complex Provisions

The new law contains provisions that require banks and financial institutions to accept or reject a presented power of attorney within a certain amount of time. The new law also provides third parties who are relying on the validity of the power of attorney to be protected if it later turns out that the power of attorney was not valid for one reason or another but the third party had every reason to believe that the power was valid. What this new law is going to do is increase the complexity and length of Durable Powers of Attorney. The specificity required to act – coupled with the fact that no one knows what specific actions may be required of your power holder in the future – requires lawyers to draft powers of attorney to contain almost anything imaginable. The bottom line is that you’ll want to contact your estate planning attorney in the near future to update your Durable Power of Attorney to comply with the new law.

By Craig R. Hersch Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney; CPA

You Are Invited!

Please Join Us for the 9th Annual Shell Point Open Golf Tournament on November 9

The Legacy Foundation will host the 9th Annual Shell Point Open Golf Tournament on Friday, November 9, at the Shell Point Golf Club. The event will officially begin at 7:30 a.m. with a light breakfast. The golfers will then tee off for the 18-hole “step-aside” scramble. In a step-aside scramble, also known as a Florida scramble, members of each four-person team play a scramble where the player with the chosen ball after each shot is forced to sit out the next stroke. For example, players A, B, C, and D tee off. Player B’s drive is chosen as the team drive, so player B has to “step aside” on the next shot. Lunch will be provided at the conclusion of the tournament while the winners are announced

and prizes are awarded. The $125 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf with cart, player gift bag, prizes, breakfast and lunch. A portion of the entry fee is a charitable contribution and will be receipted appropriately. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Waterside Medical Complex at Shell Point, which offers services to residents of Shell Point and the surrounding community. The complex includes the Larsen Pavilion, a 219-bed skilled nursing facility; a rehab center; and a variety of comprehensive healthcare services. The 2012 Shell Point Open is generously sponsored by The Scoggins/Moreland Group of UBS Financial Services.

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To sign up or learn more, please contact the Legacy Foundation at 466-8484.

Q& A

FineMark National Bank & Trust Answers Your Personal Banking Questions B Y T I F FA N Y W I L L I A M S , M A N A G I N G E X E C U T I V E , F I N E M A R K N AT I O N A L B A N K & T R U S T

I just opened a checking account and received a FineMark debit card in the mail. I’ve never had a debit card before; what do I need to know?

A: I think you will find that using a debit card is quick, easy, and convenient. Here are a few things to consider: Keep your card information and PIN a secret. A debit card is linked to your checking account and any purchase made with your card (fraudulent or not) will automatically withdraw from your account balance. If your card information is stolen, your account could be compromised. Your card has a daily limit. A limit is set on your debit card to protect you against fraud. FineMark’s daily ATM limit is $500, and the daily point of sale limit is $1,000. Limits can be changed; just give us a call.

Notify the bank when you travel. Our fraud monitoring software flags your card as suspicious if you are making purchases out of town. When fraud is suspected, your card becomes temporarily frozen until we hear from you. Letting us know before you travel will prevent this protection service from causing any issues while you are away. Avoid using your debit card at certain places where fraud happens most often: poorly lit outdoor ATMs, restaurants, online purchases, and at gas station pumps. Debit cards are treated as cash, and federal law does not protect disputed debit card charges. Try to avoid using your card and PIN at these locations.

Your card earns rewards. With a FineMark debit card, you earn bonus points for every net retail purchase you make through the ScoreCard® rewards network. Your points can be redeemed for brand-name merchandise and travel awards. Visit www.scorecardrewards.com to check on your points. As always, FineMark is here to help. If you have questions, visit the FineMark office on The Island or call (239) 461-5999.

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The Legacy Foundation presents

Money and the Mind The Effect of Perceptions About the Economy BY TIMOTHY A. STEPHENSON,

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Gary Moore has more than 25 years of Wall Street experience. He was a senior vice president of investments for Paine Webber before thinking of seminary in the late 1980s. He later founded Gary Moore & Co., Counsel to Ethical and Spiritual Investors, whose clients are interested in integrating spirituality and/or ethics with their investments. Gary has Gary Moore authored several books, including his newest, Look Up America! It has been two years since Gary was a speaker for the Legacy Foundation Academy seminar series. He has been very well received in the past. You will appreciate his insightful discussion of current events. This 45-minute presentation will be followed by a time for questions and answers. Light refreshments will be served. The seminar is free; however, seating is limited and reservation are required. To reserve your seat, please contact either service desk.

MONEY & THE MIND THE EFFECT OF PERCEPTIONS ABOUT THE ECONOMY Wednesday, September 26 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/Wdl PRESENTERS Gary Moore, President Gary Moore & Company and Timothy A. Stephenson, ChFC Executive Director of the Legacy Foundation at Shell Point

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Sanibel Captiva Chamber of Commerce Tours Shell Point n June, staff and volunteers from the Sanibel Captiva Chamber of Commerce brought their RV to Shell Point for a tour of the community. Shell Point’s public relations coordinator Jessica Clark, pictured third from left, said, “The Sanibel Captiva Chamber of Commerce is often the first stop for visitors to Sanibel Island. We wanted the staff and volunteers to become familiar with Shell Point so they can encourage visitors to take advantage of the many amenities at Shell Point that are open to the public, such as dining, golf, the Salon & Spa, concerts, and more.”

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After searching for the right cosmetic line for quality, color choice, and staying power, I am happy to announce that Mirabella Cosmetics are now available in the Island Salon & Spa. Mirabella has made color selection simple by using the Fitzpatrick Skin Type System. Thomas Fitzpatrick of Harvard University created a world-renowned level system for skin tones based upon heritage and tolerance to sunlight. Mirabella cosmetics correspond to the Fitzpatrick scale of I-VI for a precise way of choosing the right foundation color and tone. Visit the Mirabella website at www.mirabellabeauty.com/skintest and take the Fitzpatrick skin test to determine your perfect match. The Mirabella Cosmetics line at The Salon includes foundation, cheek color, eye shadow, and 38 fantastic lipstick shades! The lipstick is moisturizing, long lasting,

and does not have the waxy residue of some other lipsticks. Personal Consultations The Salon will be offering complimentary makeup consultations throughout September at the following times: • WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 from noon to 4 p.m. • WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To schedule your free, no obligation, personal Mirabella Cosmetics consultation, simply call the Island Salon at 489-8400 ext. 1 to reserve your date and time.

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The Salon & Spa is pleased to introduce barber Jose Alvaraz! Jose received his barbering education in Cuba more than 20 years ago. Since then, Jose has performed barbering for the Navy in Key West as well as in Naples and Fort Myers. He now enjoys time with his wife of 19 years and two teenage sons. Jose is committed to excellence in barber cutting, shaping and tapering. He is also skilled in shaves with a straight razor. If a straight razor is not a good option for you; he also offers a close electric shave. Hot towels are always part of a shave for added closeness and comfort. Appointments

Jose is available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at The Island, Arbor, or Pavilion salons. No appointments necessary – walk-ins welcome!

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$1 off haircut with Jose or $2 off haircut & shave. Neck and shoulder massage is part of shampoo, cut and shave service. Shave always includes hot towels first to soften the skin. Offer expires 9/31/12

The Island Salon Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Men’s Mondays! 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The Arbor Salon Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Pavilion Salon Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort services manager, at 454-2152 or email: maryfranklin@shellpoint.org

It’s a Labor Day Celebration!

Information Forum

Monday, September 3 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Crystal Dining Room/IS Since it is sunny all year round in Florida, you can absolutely wear white after Labor Day… and red and blue too! Be sure to wear your bright colors and head to the Crystal Dining Room to feast on delicious options such as senate bean soup, carved striploin, broiled cod, pulled pork, and much more. The Live Wires will be entertaining with Patriotic favorites and special requests.

Saturday, September 8 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Bruce Findley (Sundial) will preview T3 Academy class coming attractions as well as a few significant technology announcements, such as the introduction of Apple’s Mountain Lion OS and Great Call 5-Star Urgent Response service. There will be time for questions following his presentation.

Saturday, September 8 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL This story unfolds from inside the mind of Oskar Schell, an inventive eleven-year-old New Yorker whose discovery of a key in the belongings of his father, who died in the World Trade Center on 9/11, sets him off on an urgent search for the lock it opens. As Oskar’s quest takes him across the city, he encounters an eclectic assortment of people – survivors in their own way – who help uncover links to his father.

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Friday, September 7, 14, 21, 28 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 14,21,28 Admin Courtyard/IS September is the month for harvest and fun fall selections! Be sure to visit to Shell Point’s own Market Place to taste fresh flavors, purchase yummy desserts, select oneof-a-kind gifts, and much more.

Saturday DVD: Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (2011)

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Sunday Matinee DVD: Nine to Five (1980)

Sunday, September 9 2:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Dabney Coleman, an egotistical, lying boss, gets challenged by his three women co-workers, including Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin. This is arguably one of the most hilarious comedies ever filmed.

Rene’s on McGregor Out for Lunch

Tuesday, September 11 10:30 a.m. Island pickup 10:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 10:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (lunch on your own) Location: Fort Myers Rene’s has been serving people on the go since 1981 by offering good food with courteous and fast service. Rene’s is a perfect place for a cozy luncheon with friends or a great place to make new friends. They are ready with fresh, made to order soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts in minutes. Most selections are under $7, and it seems there is not one thing on the lunch menu over $10.

The Rat Pack Broadway Palm Summer Theater

Wednesday, September 12 11:00 a.m. Island pickup 11:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup 11:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 5:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $46 (lunch included) Frank, Dean, and Sammy are up in heaven, but they have some unfinished business they need to take care of back on earth. Frank made a promise to the owner of the Rat Pack Lounge that he didn’t fulfill

and now he and the boys have one night to make things right. You’ll hear My Way, What Kind of Fool Am I? Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime, and more! Prior to the show, you will enjoy the famous Broadway Palm lunch buffet.

Trader Joe’s - Shopping for Fabulous Food

Saturday, September 15 12:30 p.m. Island pickup 12:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 5: 00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $8 (no meals for this trip) Location: North Naples Residents found out that they really loved shopping at Trader Joe’s when the specialty retail grocery store first opened last spring. The staff at Trader Joe’s dons Hawaiian shirts, creating a relaxed island feel, but their commitment to fair trade, good prices, and healthy eating is something they take most seriously. Due to the length of the drive back to Shell Point, and lack of refrigeration, it is not recommended that residents purchase frozen or perishable items on this excursion. Purchases are limited to what you can carry all at once.

Charley’s Boathouse: Let’s Dine Out!

Monday, Sept 17 4:30 p.m. Island pickup 4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 7:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (dinner on your own) Charley’s Boathouse is on a canal on Fort Myers Beach and has been a local favorite dining establishment for over a quarter century. That’s because they are dedicated

to preparing the finest and freshest seafood and highest quality certified angus Midwestern beef. Their chefs will delight you with their artistry in enhancing the flavor of your selection with the finest herbs and spices. At Charley’s they bake their bread daily, make all their own desserts, and cut their own meats. This hands-on approach means only the best is available for their guests. Entrée prices average from $20 to $28.

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Tuesday, Sept. 18 - Friday, Sept. 21 All day Resident Activity Center/IS Shell Point employees will display their talents in an Arts and Crafts Show and Contest, and it’s up to you to vote for your favorites! The wonderful display will offer a variety of pieces that may surprise you. Come and vote for your favorite in three categories: most creative, most unusual, and residents’ choice. The winners will be announced on Friday, September 21, at 3 p.m.

Organ Concert with Stephen Brittain

Friday, September 21 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Woodlands Commons Organist Stephen Brittain is the past dean of the Southwest Chapter of the American Guild of Organists - and a Shell Point favorite! He will be sure to put on a new and exciting show that will have everyone singing along and tapping their feet! Shell Point Life | September 2012

Movie Night: Key Largo (1948)

Monday, September 24 6:45 p.m. Social Center/IS A hurricane swells outside, but it’s nothing compared with the storm within the hotel at Key Largo. There, sadistic mobster Johnny Rocco (Edward G. Robinson) holes up and holds hostages at gunpoint: hotel owner Nora Temple (Lauren Bacall), her invalid father-in-law (Lionel Barrymore), and ex-GI Frank McCloud (Humphrey Bogart).

Pickleball - Give it a Try!

Tuesday, September 25 8:45 a.m. Pickleball Court/IS What is it? How do you play? Is it fun? Come and learn the answers to all of these questions. And yes, it is a LOT of fun! Barry Waddell and tennis pro turned Pickleball enthusiast will be on site to give a short

description of the game, go over the rules and guide you through hitting the ball a few times. Come try it out!

Beach Day

Scandinavian Night at the Crystal

Wednesday, September 26 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dinner 5:00p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Entertainment Crystal Room/IS Enjoy a smorgasbord of Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish delights as we celebrate the Scandinavian heritage. Complemented by authentic music, this meal is sure to satisfy the hungriest Viking!

Wednesday, September 26 8:30 a.m. Island pickup 8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $16 (ice cream on your own) Location: Delnor Wiggins State Park Beach-Naples Grab your beach duds, chairs, books, and supplies for another great trip to Vanderbilt Beach. A picnic lunch will be served and a traditional stop for ice cream will be included on the trip back to Shell Point.

Grant, Mark Twain, and Julia

Friday, September 28 2:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Local acting troop Idea Plays will visit Shell Point to put on a two-act play. Discover the legendary love between the hero, General Grant, and his wife, Julia Dent Grant, and enjoy the influential humor of Grant’s friend, Mark Twain.

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2012 SHELL POINT OLYMPICS November 12 -16 Following the excitement of the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Shell Point will be holding its own Olympic games from November 12 through 16! The Shell Point Olympics will celebrate 24 courts across three neighborhoods all coming together to join in the fun of competition among friends living in one great community. The week-long event will celebrate the true spirit of Shell Point. Throughout the week, everyone is encouraged to participate, cheer, and celebrate victories. The 2012 Shell Point Olympics will kick off with the Opening Ceremonies on November 12 at 1 p.m. in the Church Auditorium. Then the fun will continue on November 13, 14, and 15 with a variety of events, including: kayaking, bridge, walking, mah-jongg, brain games, court flag design competition, and many more! The games will conclude with the Closing Ceremonies on November 16 at 1 p.m. in the Church Auditorium. Be sure to check out the October issue of Shell Point Life for more details!

November 12 Opening Ceremonies 1:00 p.m Church Auditorium

November 13 -15 Community-wide Competitions

November 16 Closing Ceremonies 1:00 p.m Church Auditorium

SUPPORT GROUPS Cancer Support Program 1-on-1 mentoring

Neuropathy Support Group

Diabetes Group Appointment Friday, September 7 1:00 p.m. Social Center/IS Both insulin and non-insulin diabetics are encouraged to attend the meetings.

The goal of this resident-led program is to establish group mentoring connections between newly diagnosed cancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433–9488.

Wednesday, September 19 11:00 a.m. Oak Room/WDL The group provides support and education opportunities for those dealing with Neuropathy. Contact Lenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood) at 443-4769 and Melvin Bleiberg (Eagles Preserve) at 693-3016.

Parkinson’s Support Group Healing Journey Grief Support Healing Journey is on hiatus until the fall; however, Dotty Morrison, of Cellana, and Judy Mayer, of Junonia, are available to meet with anyone who wishes to talk about grief issues. Call Dotty at 337-4015 for an appointment.

Cancer Support Group Wednesday, September 5 1:30 p.m. Osprey Room/ IS Ladies and gentlemen are all invited to attend the resident-led Cancer Support Group. The intent is for a meaningful and uplifting session. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433-9488, or Don Wilson (Turban) at 466-3953.

Monday, September 10 10:15 a.m. Village Church Hospitality Room/IS This group provides support to Parkinson’s patients, as well as their family and friends.

The Vision Enrichment Group Masked Marvels Sleep Apnea Group The purpose of this group is to bring awareness and support to those dealing with the challenges of sleep apnea. Contact Larry Chrouch (Eagles Preserve) at 481-7188.

Caregiver Support Group Therapy Memory Therapy Group

Tuesdays, September 4 and 18 9:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room #2 Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS This therapeutic group is aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder. The resident with a memory disorder may be cared for in independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing. Dr. Nancy Spencer facilitates the group and can be reached at 454-2043. Sign-up is required.

Tuesdays, September 4 and 18 9:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Education Room #1 Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS The objectives are to provide information on memory loss and changes, identify strategies and external memory aids, address longrange planning, and offer support and socialization. Kathy Fratrick, L.C.S.W. facilitates the group and can be reached at 4542073. Signup is required.

This group is currently on summer break. Florence Putnam (Eagles Preserve) is the chairperson. For more information, contact Angie Prichard at 454-2134 or Sandee Weber at 225-2929.

Walk With Me Caregiver Support Group Thursday, September 27 Coffee and dessert 1:30 p.m. Meeting at 1:45 p.m. Village Church Hospitality Room/IS Attend the Walk With Me Support Group to share your caregiver experiences with friends. Each meeting offers the opportunity to embrace spiritual support and renew inner strength. Contact Joyce Seckinger (Lucina) at 466-1354 for more information.

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Highlights KING’S CROWN Mon 3 ....Labor Day Special Menu (DR) ........11 am & 4:00 pm. Mon 3 ....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L) ......................9:00 a.m. Tue 4 ....Fall Fashion Show & Tea - Fashions from the Community Thrift Store (Arbor)............2:00 p.m. Thu 6 ....Speaker Series: Julie Boyd, “Getting to Know the Legacy-Bill Pay Services” (COM) ........10:15 a.m. Thu 6 ....Birthdays w/ Side by Side (COM) ................ 2:00 p.m. Fri

7 ....Shell Point Card Sales (GS) ........................11:45 a.m.

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7 ....Lunch Trip to Elephant Bar (L) ....................10:15 a.m.

Mon 10 ....Hot Apple Dumplings (DR) ........................11-1:00pm Mon 10 ....11-year-old pianist, Noah Waddell (COM) ........1:30 p.m. Fri

14 ....Nature Series: Dr. Frank and Susan Moore “Birds of Florida” (COM) ......................10:15 a.m.

Sat 15 ....Tom Cannon, Entertainer (COM) ................1:00 p.m. Mon 17 ....Resident Council (COM) ..............................2:00 p.m. Tue 18 ....Fall Wreath Decorating Class (COM) ..........10:15 a.m. Tue 18 ....Food Advisory (DR) ........................................2:30 p.m. Thu 20 ....Waffle Dessert Special (DR) ......................11-1:00 p.m. Fri

21 ....Celebrate Autumn w/ cider and donuts (GS) ......................11:00 a.m.

Mon 24 ....Lunch Trip- Ford’s Garage Restaurant (L)....10:15 a.m. Mon 24 ....Health Series: “Keeping the Doctor Away One Apple at a Time” (COM) ..............2:00 p.m. Tue 25 ....Pianist Scott McDonald (COM) ........................2:00 p.m. Thu 27 ....Autumn Soup Special (DR) ..........11a.m. & 4:00 p.m. Thu 27 ....Oldies but Goodies w/ Jean Packard Trio (COM) ..................2:00 p.m. 26

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4........Piano w/Ruth Rodgers & Violin (3 DR) 10:00 a.m. 5........John Johnson (3 DR) ................................2:30 p.m. 6........Birthday Bash (3/2 DR) ............................2:30 p.m. 7........Horticulture Club (3 DR) ......................10:00 a.m. 7........Bruce Heacock (2 DR)..............................2:30 p.m. 13 ......Michael Lovine (3 DR) ............................2:30 p.m. 14 ......Crafting w/ Kathy (3 DR) ......................10:00 a.m. 15 ......Tom Cannon (2 DR) ....................................2:30 p.m. 20 ......Western Dinner w/Johnny Johnson (1 DR) 4-5:30 p.m. 21 ......Singing Bells (3 DR) ..................................10:00 a.m. 26 ......Ice Cream Social (3 DR)................................2:30 p.m. 27 ......Glamour Girls (3/2 DR) ........................1:30/2:30 p.m. Mon ....Sing-A-Long w/ Dot (2DR) ....................10:00 a.m. Tue......Piano w/ Ruth Rodgers (3DR) ................10:00 a.m. Wed ....Music Social w/ Art (3DR) .................. 10:00 a.m. Wed ....Pet Therapy with Eli (3/2 DR)..............2:30/3:00 p.m. Sat ......Pet Therapy w/ Sammie (3/2 DR)..........10/10:30 a.m.

Recurring Activities: • Catholic Communion will be held each Sunday in residents’ rooms at 10:00 a.m. • Vespers meet on 3rd floor on Sundays at 2:45 p.m., and Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:45 p.m. on 2nd floor. • Bible Study with Eleanor will be held on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. on 3rd floor. • Bible Stories & Songs with Bud will meet Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m. on 3rd floor. • Hymn Sing will take place on Saturdays at 3 p.m. on 3rd floor.

THE ARBOR Mon 3........Amateur Manicures (4CR) ..............................10:00 a.m. Mon 3 ......Labor Day Special Menu (DR) ..........11 am. & 4:00 pm. Tue 4 ......Speaker Series: Julie Boyd, “Getting to Know the Legacy-Bill Pay Services” (CMR) ..............10:15 a.m. Tue 4 ......Fall Fashion Show & Tea - Fashions from Community Thrift Store (DR) ....................2:00 p.m. Wed 5 ......September Birthdays w/ Side by Side (CMR) 3:00 p.m. Fri 7 ......Lunch Trip to Elephant Bar (1FL)....................10:30 a.m. Mon 10 ......Hot Apple Dumplings (DR)..........................11-1:00 p.m. Mon 10 ......11-year-old Pianist, Noah Waddell (MEZ)...... 3:00 p.m. Tue 11 ......Knitting Group Display Table (1FL) .............. 10:30 a.m. Wed 12 ......Leslie Gregory, Harpist (DR) ............................ 4:30 p.m. Wed 12 ......New Resident Welcome Dinner (DR) ............ 5:00 p.m. Thu 13 ......Nature Series: Dr. Frank & Susan Moore “Birds of Florida” (CMR)............................10:15 a.m. Tue 18 ......Art Class w/ Evelyne: Watercolors (4CR) ......10:00 a.m. Tue 18 ......Music w/ Jean Packard Trio (CMR) ................ 3:00 p.m. Thu 20 ......Waffle Dessert Special (DR) ....................11-1:00 p.m. Fri 21 ......Celebrate Autumn w/ cider & donuts (1FL) 11:00 a.m. Mon 24 ......Lunch Trip to Ford’s Garage Restaurant (1FL)10:30 a.m. Thu 27 ......Autumn Soup Special (DR) ..........11a.m. & 4:00 p.m.

Designed to Be Seamless ASSISTED LIVING AT SHELL POINT

MAINTAINING INDEPENDENCE Transitioning through the continuum of care at Shell Point is designed to be as seamless as possible. As a Shell Point resident, you know where to find the different levels of care, but do you know when and how to access the Rita Southern support and services you may need now or in the coming years? Resident Support Services invites all residents to take part in one of two informative presentations by Rita Southern, director of assisted living.

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These events will answer your assisted living questions, such as: • What is assisted living? • What services and support are provided in assisted living? • How do I access assisted living at Shell Point? • What are the differences between King’s Crown and The Arbor? • Who is my case manager and what is their role in my transition through the continuum of care?

GET ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS Tuesday, Sept. 18 10 a.m. King’s Crown or Thursday, Sept. 27 9 a.m. The Arbor

This informative presentation will be offered twice in September — once on Tuesday, September 18, at 10 a.m. at the King’s Crown, and again on Thursday, September 27, at 9 a.m. at The Arbor. Space is limited. Please RSVP today by calling 239-454-2077.

Point and/or The Village Church to volunteer on the first Monday of every month. They also regularly sponsor food drives. If you would like to participate in this community endeavor, we welcome your support and involvement. The Village Church will be holding a food drive from Wednesday, Food drive September 12, through Sunday, evening, to serve approxiS ep t. 1 2 – 16 September 16. Please bring promately 125 families. Faithful tein-specific items such as peanut volunteers help to load, unload, sort food items, mark groceries, stock butter, tuna fish, and canned meats. Also, there is a need for reusable canvas grocery shelves, and assist clients as they shop. Coalition members regularly sponsor bags, so please consider dropping off your food drives to keep the shelves stocked at donation in a reusable bag. Collection tables will be set up in the the pantry. Food is also supplied each week by the Harry Chapin Food Bank and the back of the auditorium. If you wish to U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Using “food make a monetary donation, please make pantry math,” for every $1 donated, $6 your check payable to Harry Chapin Food worth of food is able to be purchased from Bank and mark in the memo line “South Fort Myers Food Pantry.” the Harry Chapin Food Bank. The need is great and we are most The Village Church Deacon Board has been actively involved in the South Fort appreciative of your generous support, so we Myers Food Pantry since its inception. can be assured of meeting our commitment Currently, they recruit individuals from Shell to our hungry neighbors.

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One Donation at a Time When the communities of Southwest Florida plunged into major recession several years ago, volunteers from 12 local churches and from Lexington Country Club were determined to make a difference. As a result of their efforts, the South Fort Myers Food Pantry Coalition was formed in 2008 to provide assistance to neighbors in need.

Volunteer Power After years of working in trailers and under tents, volunteers are celebrating the opening of a brand new facility that will enable clients to shop and choose specific items. Today the food pantry, located at the Cypress Lake Presbyterian Church, opens its doors every Monday, both morning and

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Last month, in recognition for their service, Shell Point welcomed a group of V.O.I.C.E. members (Volunteer Observers Impacting Community Effort) from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office for a appreciation luncheon. Lynn Schneider, assistant vice president of marketing and communications, said, “These volunteers are such an important part of the Lee County community. We wanted to offer an opportunity for them go get to know us a little bit better.” Paul Yacovitch, director of facility operations, added, “Volunteerism is very close to our hearts here at Shell Point.

It’s was our pleasure to show our appreciation to people who volunteer their time for the greater Lee County community.” The V.O.I.C.E. program has been active since 1988. Today, there are a total of 170 V.O.I.C.E. members between the ages of 21 and 93. Sergeant Dede Petracca shared, “This is a remarkably valuable program. V.O.I.C.E. members saved the Lee County Sheriff’s office $1.2 million in 2011 alone!” Following the event, Shell Point presented a special plaque to the officers to show appreciation for their service to the Lee County community.

Clockwise from top: Captain Shane Hingson and Major Gene Sims of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office greet a table of V.O.I.C.E. members during the event. Shell Point resident Chris Fenwick (Turban), a retired police officer, has been a V.O.I.C.E. member for six months. Sandra and Paul Gruenberg wear red shirts to signify their participation in the V.O.I.C.E. training program.

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Cast Y our Vote in 3 Categ ories!

Employee Arts & Crafts Show and Contest September 18 - 21 It’s a well-known fact that Shell Point residents are talented artists and crafters. But what about employees? Members of the Shell Point staff are talented artists and crafters too! And this year, Shell Point employees are getting an opportunity to display their creations in the Employee Arts and Crafts Show & Contest.

From Tuesday, September 18 through Friday, September 21, employees will show off their works of art and crafty designs in the Resident Activity Center. All Shell Point residents are invited to stop by and view the art exhibit, because it’s the residents who will vote on items and determine the winners across three categories: most creative, most unusual, and resi-

dents’ choice. The winners of the employee arts and crafts show and contest will be announced on Friday, September 21, and prizes will be awarded to the top three employees chosen in each category. Be sure to stop by the Resident Activity Center between September 18 and 21 to admire the arts and crafts presented by Shell Point employees, and to cast your vote for your favorite!

A New Look for the Shell Point Photo Club Kick Off Meeting October 11 Motivated by incoming president Herb All residents are welcome to attend the Sklar’s (Eagles Preserve) passion for teaching photography, the Shell Point Photo Photo Club kick-off meeting on Thursday, Club will have a different look this fall. The new October 11, at 2:15 p.m. in the Manatee Room executive board, led by Herb, is adjusting the on The Island. The new executive board will be focus of the club. New emphasis will be placed on introduced and the club’s new bylaws will be providing opportunities for all photographers – presented. All participants are encouraged to beginners to experts – with a chance to learn, bring a print for critique and discussion — the print size should at least share, and grow. 8x10 — and the topic In order for particfor this meeting’s photo ipants to learn by critique is “What I Did experience, each Last Summer.” meeting will begin If you have questions with members sharing about the Photo Club, and critiquing their contact Herb Sklar at printed photos, based 432-9877 or Dotty on a monthly topic. P HO TO B Y D O TTY M O RRIS O N (C EL L A N A ) Morrison at 337-4015. Speakers or video clips The Photo Club execuwill also provide phoPhoto Club participants are encouraged to bring tive board consists of: tography training. an 8x10 print for a critique at each meeting. A help session The October topic is: “What I Did Last Summer.” Pam Blough (Cameo), Les Davidson (Eagles offered at the end of each club meeting will allow any member to Preserve), John Ippensen (Royal Bonnet), bring a question about cameras, editing, print- Gerry Langberg (Sundial), Frank Moore ing, or other photography-related topics, and (Lakewood), Dotty Morrison (Cellana), and Herb Sklar (Eagles Preserve). receive help from other experienced members.

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Babcock Ranch Photo Safari Field Trip December 1 Sign up now for the Photo Club’s Safari Field Trip to Babcock Ranch! The trip, limited to 40 participants, will take place on Saturday, December 1. More details will be revealed at the Photo Club’s October meeting and in the next issue of Shell Point Life. Sign up for field trip by sending $5 to Les Davidson at 16333 On Par Blvd. Please contact Herb Sklar (432-9877) or Dotty Morrison (337-4015) with questions.

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Understanding the debilitating effects of dementia can ensure caregivers have a greater chance of meeting the needs of those with dementia. Thus, a Virtual Dementia Tour was designed to educate healthcare workers by simulating what is known about the effects of dementia on a person. This sensitivity study incorporated both the cognitive and physical changes that occur in aging. Additionally, the research identified and measured participants’ responses to their experiences. The results of this study supported the notion that lessening the chasm of understanding between caregiver and patient is the key to providing good care. According to Cindy Johnson, memory care nurse manager, ADON, “The Virtual Dementia Tour has been presented in many places throughout the country with great success. It has been an effective strategy in helping caregivers understand not only the cognitive restrictions those with dementia face, but the physical and emotional restrictions which may be present as well, such as arthritis, macular degeneration, anxiety, stress, difficulty processing information, and perhaps even helplessness.” More than 60 residents, 124 employees, and 28 professionals from throughout the community have participated in the Virtual Dementia Tours at Shell Point. Cindy said, “The feedback we have received from those who have experienced this little glimpse into the world of those suffering from dementia has been overwhelmingly positive.”

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Shell Point resident Hal Bratt (Lucina) said, “The Virtual Dementia Tour was an eye-opening experience that allowed me to understand some of the challenges faced by those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.” Employees have been impacted on both a professional and personal level after participating in the Virtual Dementia Tour. Juan Matos, a cook at The Springs, said, “I now have a better understanding of what can occur with dementia. I also know what symptoms to look for. I went home after participating in the Virtual Dementia Tour and gave my dad a hug.”

More than 60 residents, 124 employees, and 28 professionals have participated in the Virtual Dementia Tours at Shell Point. Professionals from the surrounding community have come to Shell Point to participate in the Virtual Dementia Tours. Many have found the experience to be an emotional journey. Nancy Roberts, RN, BSN, FCN, Manager of the Lee Memorial Health System Parish Nurse Program, stated, “I thought I knew about dementia after more than 40 years of nursing experience, but actually feeling the frustration and failure of being unable to complete a simple task was a price-

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less lesson that almost brought me to tears. Having a counselor available after completion of the tour was appreciated. I thank Shell Point for providing this insight.” While a person without dementia may never be able to comprehend how a person with dementia feels, the Virtual Dementia Tour is an attempt to provide some insight into the disorienting world of dementia. Through this effort, we hope to develop a heightened awareness so that we can create a better environment for dementia care at Shell Point. Emily Reese, program specialist with the Alzheimer’s Association, shared, “The Virtual Dementia tour has been a great opportunity for caregivers and professionals to experience a brief glimpse into the world of a person living with dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association, Florida Gulf Coast Chapter, has been pleased to provide education and support to participants.”

The Virtual Dementia Tour will be offered again on Thursday, September 27, and Thursday, October 4. The tours will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in The Grand Cypress Room of The Woodlands. Space is limited,. RSVP to Adrianne Gerard at 454-2197 by Friday, September 21.

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ith the growing number of special services, concerts, and community programs presented on the stage at The Village Church, it became apparent that the time and energy required to move the old wooden risers had become exorbitant. Also, there was a serious concern regarding the safety for the staff and volunteers who managed moving the risers for various events. Recent concert and special program experiences have had staging requirements that challenged our resources. The wooden risers no longer met the “industry standard” for staging that serves to accommodate music ensembles, such as big bands and orchestras, as well as facilitating comfortable

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access for The Village Church Choir and The Shell Point Singers. Although the wooden risers adequately served us, it was obvious that it was time to consider a change. In With the New After soliciting designs and bids from three vendors, The Village Church Governing Board decided to purchase the mobile folding stage risers from SICO America, Inc. located in Minneapolis. The risers have built-in height adjustability and each section rolls freely on four wheels. Because each individual section is designed to be handled by one person, the cost savings in labor and set-up times is substantial.

And more importantly, the safety concerns are minimized because of the ease of set-up and moving. As with the old risers, the new metal risers will be configured in three tiers to accommodate the 90+ members of The Village Church Choir and the 100+ members of the Shell Point Singers. They will also service all other ensembles and programs presented on the stage. The Village Church is pleased to have the new risers on stage. Significant financial support from the Shell Point Friends of the Arts not only helped to provide this new equipment, but also illustrated the synergy we share as a church and community working together for the benefit of all.

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Why Can’t I Pray? Women’s Ministries Explores Barriers to Prayer If writers sometimes get “writers’ block,” is it possible to have a kind of “block” when I try to pray? Is it unusual to experience a block when I pray, or does it happen to everyone at one time or another? Is there anything I can do about it? Dr. Carol Clark, nurse practitioner, and Dr. Sue Stranahan, chaplain, will discuss these questions and more at the Women’s

Ministries Global Outreach program on Wednesday, September 19. Carol will address physiological issues that may make praying seem difficult, including conditions related to disease, medications, and other aspects of the aging process. She will also cite examples of godly people in the Bible who struggled with prayer. Sue will focus on spiritual issues in our relationship with God, which may cause barriers to prayer. In addition, she will dis-

cuss the value of making prayer a habit, which can continue despite decreases in physical or mental abilities. You’re Invited

The Women’s Ministry group invites everyone to attend this insightful program, held in the Hospitality Room of The Village Church at 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, September 19. All are welcome to come early for refreshments. Shell Point Life | September 2012

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The big blue Shell Point bus, filled to about the archaeological digs that have capacity, recently made an early taken place in various locations on Marco morning trip to the Marco Island Historical Island. Some of these Marco digs have dated the existence of humans Society Museum in back to the late Archaic Collier County, folperiod, 4500-6000 years lowed by lunch at the before present. famous Snook Inn. During one of these The moment we major digs in 1896, led arrived at the Historical by archaeologist Frank Society Museum, we Hamilton Cushing, they came across a recreated Marco Island is the largest barrier Calusa village scene, island of the Ten Thousand Islands and found nets, war tools, wooden masks, and the complete with thatched is twenty miles south of Naples. famous “Key Marco roofs and a tabby mortar exterior. One of the building’s exterior walls Cat,” which is one of the most famous is the home of the largest mosaic mural in Native American wood carvings ever to be the U.S. This exquisite mural depicts life discovered. Miraculously preserved in wet mangrove muck, the six-inch-high figure in an ancient Calusa Village. During our guided tour we learned more was skillfully carved by a Calusa Indian

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A variety of wooden masks found on Marco Island are on display at the museum.

artist more than 900 years ago. Later archaeological digs provided insights into the mysterious culture of a fierce people whose Gulf Coast Florida population may have been as high as 10,000 Calusa Indians. After we made our discovery of the ancient Marco Cat, and learned a great deal about the massive development of the island in the 1960s by the Deltona Corporation, we The famous traveled to the north end Key Marco Cat. of Marco Island in search of the famous waterfront eatery, Snook Inn. Tropical breezes provided a pleasant atmosphere for those who chose to be in the open air, but many residents appreciated the cool and eclectic surroundings inside Snook Inn. No matter where we chose to sit, we were all treated to a gorgeous waterfront view and a delightful seafood menu complete with salad bar and an old Florida-style dill pickle barrel.

Picking up souvenirs in the Gift Shop. The museum has several displays depicting Calusa life.