Shell Point Life August 2015 by Shell Point Retirement Community

August 2015 Vol. 10 Issue 8

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OF SHELL POINT LIFE MAGAZINE SHINING THE LIGHT ON RESIDENTS SHARING THEIR STORIES

Telling Stories Today By Mary Kay Grimaldi Among America’s long-standing publications, The Atlantic stands out as one of the most respected. Originally named The Atlantic Monthly, the news magazine was founded in Boston in 1857 by Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, among others. It has thrived for more than 150 years, but as circulation changes, so must these reporting stalwarts. Today, while some continue to read news in print, a growing number seek summaries via TV or radio, browse the publications’ websites, or bounce to articles endorsed through social media and e-mails. It’s called “content sharing” in marketing vernacular, and it now is a benchmark of especially good writing. A journalist at heart, I embrace the motto of The New York Times: “All the news that’s fit to print.” This is your publication; you help us determine what is fit to print. We strive to make the content and visuals as appealing as possible, and hope these nuggets of wisdom reach a broad audience however they can. Our Marketing team works to share events, relevant information, and insightful features from Shell Point Life magazine in a variety of ways – online via shellpoint.org and .net, in newsletter and blog formats,

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and occasionally voiced with gusto by Cameo resident David Hauenstein through his “Listening to the Words” broadcast on SPTV. As we begin the tenth year printing this flagship publication, revisit some noteworthy stories of the past to learn how sharing their experiences affected these residents and what they’re up to now (pages 4-13). Pictures tell the stories of recent events of community celebration and generosity – see America’s Birthday Bash on pages 28-29 and school supplies backpack give-away on page 19. Learn how pharmaceutical research is closing in on a cure for Alzheimer’s disease (pages 26-27). Pastor Andy Hawkins analyzes a recent tragedy and applies The Lord’s Prayer to describe the importance of a “community of forgiveness” (page 39). Shell Point’s leader for the past 30 years, President Peter Dys shares his reflections on guiding us and growing this place to call “home” in Southwest Florida (pages 14-15), and 100-year-old Arbor resident Rebecca Dearborn recalls her decision to be the first to move into this assisted living haven 10 years ago (page 30-31). Enjoy the read, then pass along these stories so they may live on for many days (or decades) in many ways.

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A blast from the recent past: Revisit with residents who were featured previously in Shell Point Life magazine; learn how their stories have evolved today (see pages 4-13).

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“Oh, that my words were recorded, that they were written on a scroll.” —J ob 19:23

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community. Editor Mary Kay Grimaldi Director of Marketing & Comm. Rich Cerrina Art Director Brad Blackburn Senior Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson Graphic Designer Kathy Grove Contributors Heather Battey, Teri Kollath, Bev Chandley, Ginny Miller-Plaza, Melody Desilets, Inga Bredahl, Katelyn Van Scoy, Robyn Church, McKenzie Millis, Claude Emler, Peter Dys, Rita Southern, Janine Hammond, Linda Rakos, Rev. Andrew Hawkins, Dawn Boren, Debbie Brewer, Dotty Morrison, Sarah Nadal, Anna Smith, Steve Morton, Matt Whelan, Cathy Miskell, Susan Uhleman, Peggy Zimmerman, Bill Bartholet, Ann Erickson, and Marilynn Fowler Do you have story ideas or photos to share? Contact Mary Kay Grimaldi, editor, by calling (239) 454-2055 or emailing marykaygrimaldi@shellpoint.org. Back Issues Available Online Is there an issue of Shell Point Life that you just have to have? Was your friend or family member in a recent issue but you lost it? You can find the current issue as well as back issues of the magazine at www.shellpoint.org/shellpointlife.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 2015 10 �� Summer Concert Series: Dick Hyman 25 �� Trinkets & Treasures Sale

October 2015 13 �� Shell Point Singers Kaleidoscope Fall Concert 20 �� Fall Dance 27 �� Hometown Hoe-Down

November 2015 6 ��FAPA* National Dance Company of Siberia 6 – 7 �� Holiday Bazaar 12 �� Shell Point’s Own Theater (SPOT) Fall Performance 13 �� Shell Point Open Charity Golf Tournament 15 -18 �� The Village Church: Guest Speakers Gordon and Gail MacDonald 16 �� Concerts & Conversations: Gulfshore Trio 25 �� The Village Church Thanksgiving Eve Service

December 2015 1 �� Gift Shop Extravaganza 3 �� Tree Lighting & Shell Point Singers Concert 6 �� Season of Praise: Christmas with C.S. Lewis with David Payne 11 �� Extended Market Place Holiday Shopping 13 �� The Village Church Lessons & Carols 21 �� Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops 24 �� The Village Church Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 25 �� Christmas Cantata 31 �� New Year’s Eve Dining Experience

January 2016 10 �� Season of Praise: Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass 12 �� LifeQuest Wellness Expo 14 �� Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra: Discover Beethoven, Eroica 16 �� Concerts & Conversations: Ashu, saxophonist 17 – 25 �� The Village Church Global Impact Week 20 – 21 �� Annual Library Book and Media Sale 25 �� FAPA* Duke Ellington Orchestra 29 �� Shell Point Gala

February 2016 4 �� Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra: Symphonic Folklore 9 �� FAPA* Hollywood Concert Orchestra 19 – 20 �� Art Show & Sale 21 – 24 �� The Village Church: Guest Speakers Stuart and Jill Briscoe 22 �� Concerts & Conversations: Irrera Brothers Duo

March 2016 1 �� FAPA* Barbary Coast Dixieland Band 7 �� FAPA* Chicago Brass Quintet 9 �� Season of Praise: Indiana Wesleyan University Chorale 10 �� Spring Dance 14 �� Concerts & Conversations: DaPonte String Quartet 21 – 4/1 �� Photo Show 22 �� Photo Show Gala Awards Evening 25 �� The Village Church Good Friday Service 27 �� The Village Church Easter Sunrise Service 27 �� Season of Praise: Rachel Park, pianist 31 �� Shell Point Singers Spring Concert

April 2016 5 �� FAPA* Broadway Pops 7 �� Volunteer Appreciation Reception 19 �� Resident and Staff Variety Show

* FAPA: Fine and Performing Arts

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STORIES WITH ROOTS

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ruth be told, everyone has a story to tell, but many can’t conceive how random aspects of their life are particularly noteworthy, inspirational, or even interesting. Others are modest, preferring to hold their exploits close, not realizing we are family here at Shell Point and can value and learn from their accomplishments as they did. Some are so busy with day-to-day activities they find it hard to slow the wheel to relish, rejoice, and record a life well lived. For each of these “heroes,” Shell Point Life captures but a moment among many remarkable experiences. The challenge (and reward!) for the production team is to select and highlight the most meaningful and memorable … and anticipate the many more to come. Here is how we featured some extraordinary individuals over the years:

As we launch the tenth year of publishing Shell Point Life as we know it – a glossy magazine full of inviting events, compelling photography, and stories of triumph, devotion, adventure from our residents – we would be remiss if we didn’t wholeheartedly thank those who have shared a piece of their past, present, or future with us.

Healthy Habits

Fritz Knox (Lakewood) started the 2011 New Year right, sharing his motivating healthy living success story in the January 2012 issue (Vol. 7, Issue 1). A health scare put life into perspective for Fritz and drove him to an extreme transformation. “I discovered that just becoming more active was the key, and instead of eliminating unhealthy foods I substituted better choices. I was surprised how simple, seemingly small lifestyle changes could have such a positive and cumulative effect on my wellbeing,” said this ‘man on a mission’ in 2012, whose motto became ‘eat sensibly and exercise moderately.’ At first, changing his lifestyle from an unhealthy to a healthy one was somewhat of a challenge for Fritz. But after seeing the results of his efforts, he was motivated to

Fritz Knox (Lakewood) started the New Year right, sharing his motivating, healthy living success story in the January 2012 issue.

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Sam Cutter (Eagles Preserve) brought a bright outlook on life to Shell Point Life in the April 2011 issue.

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continue his journey. “I have certainly reaped many benefits in my life through following this plan over the past five years,” he said, having maintained a healthy weight and keeping his blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels within normal range. Eating the right foods and exercising have become positive daily routines for Fritz that now come naturally with little effort. “Although the first leg of my journey to attain a fit lifestyle is now complete, my lifelong drive to maintain this healthy approach continues,” he said. “It has been a pleasure to share with others the principles of a positive lifestyle that have worked in my life. It has also been a real joy when Shell Point friends express their appreciation for that magazine article and how it has motivated them to take action in their own lives to attain and then maintain a healthier routine.” Today, Shell Point residents are encouraged to follow Fritz’s journey by adopting their own LifeQuest commitment. Learn more at shellpoint.net/lifequest, or plan to attend the annual LifeQuest Wellness Expo on January 12, 2016. _

Lively Lifestyle

Mary and David Fountain (Junonia) shared their gift of telling the story of Epiphany through puppetry in the December 2013 issue.

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Mary (“Sam”) Cutter (Eagles Preserve) has a bright outlook on life and brought her personal wardrobe style, interior design, and generous community volunteering spirit to Shell Point in 2007, as described in the April 2011 issue (Vol. 6, Issue 4). “Fun is a renewable resource,” Sam said in 2011. She shined on stage as a regular model at the Shell Point Fashion Shows, and colorfully decorated the Eagles Preserve home she shares with her husband Ladd. “I’m very big on props,” she said. “I love over-scale things, and I’m always working on something.”

Catching up on Sam’s current list of projects, she is a new member of the Shell Point Art Club and has transitioned from volunteering at the Community Thrift Store, where she designed window and store displays, to her new role at the welcome desk in The Larsen Pavilion. “It’s nice to see a friendly face as you enter The Pavilion, and the setting is so lovely and magical. I feel like a cat that fell into a bowl of cream,” said Sam, who is searching for inexpensive, eco-friendly ideas to give to guests to help enhance the welcoming experience. Using the colorful and creative talents featured in her debut Shell Point Life story, Sam recalled some memorable displays she helped assemble at the Thrift Store. “Thanks to the generosity of our residents, we receive so many interesting donations – some of them complete collections,” she said, describing exhibits for sale with memorabilia from China and India. “One time, an old-fashioned egg basket came with a note from the resident explaining it had belonged to her great grandmother who lived on a farm in Indiana. What a treasure! And whenever we set up a nautical display, the men

David and Mary Fountain with their Epiphany puppets St. Nicholas, Granny Gossip, and Lazarus Lion.

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would immediately buy all the boating rope. I considered it ‘movable art.’” Another fun display featured a wedding party, complete with bride, groom, and bridesmaids, but the wedding dress didn’t sell so quickly. “Someone finally bought it as a costume, stamping it from the U.S. Post Office and claiming to be a ‘mail order bride,’” Sam laughed. Sam has a tremendous enthusiasm for Shell Point, appreciating how it has grown and praising all the staff on the front lines

and behind the scenes. “I love this place,” she said. _

Fostering Faith

Rev. David and Mary Fountain (Junonia) share their gift of storytelling through puppet play during the Christmas holidays. The December 2013 issue (Vol. 8, Issue 12) pictured the pair with nearly life-size recreations of St. Nicholas, Granny Gossip (aka Granny Good), feisty Magdelena, Caleb Camel, and Lazarus Lion to explain about Epiphany on Three Kings’ Day.

Attending a Christian camp as a child and seeing the difference it made in their lives, Mary vowed to share God’s love and bring a little bit of heaven to others. Along the way, her path crossed with David, who was in seminary, then became a chaplain in the U.S. Navy … and thus the tale begins. “Last summer we visited in San Diego with the friends who originally introduced us to the story of Epiphany, and they were thrilled to see how much detail was included in the magazine,” Mary said. “When we lived in Spain, which is predominantly Catholic, Christmas Day was considered a holy day celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Families would attend church services and reflect on the gift that was given to each of us so long ago,” she explained. “Three Kings’ Day was the celebration 12 days after Christmas observing the visit of the Magi who brought their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to present to baby Jesus. Thus, Epiphany was the day to focus on the giving of gifts to one another.” The Fountains’ Biblical storytelling evolved from simple paperbag puppets to elaborate costumes, like the one for St. Nicholas, fashioned by David and Mary’s Austrian friend, Friedl, who they met at continued next page Shell Point Life | August 2015

Meaningful Memories

David and Mary Fountain

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a nearby church when stationed at Camp Pendleton. Mary was initially surprised by the editorial license of print publication, using her image for the cover and adding piles of gift packages, and then adding a Christmas tree as backdrop to their portraits with the puppets. “Our lives have taken a dramatic change since then,” said Mary, who explained that a week after the photos were taken for the Shell Point Life story, David was in the hospital with bypass heart surgery. Then shortly after the heart surgery, David began having numbness and pain in his leg, which was a result of the deterioration in his spine and past surgeries. “He has been participating in special physical therapy at Shell Point as well as 8

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using the pool at the LifeQuest Aquatic Center, which has been such a huge blessing to us both,” said Mary. These days, the couple enjoys the river view from their Junonia home, appreciating the beauty of Southwest Florida’s greenery and wildlife. They entertain smaller gatherings for the major holidays and host a Bible study group twice a month. David plays the autoharp on occasion, and the couple shares nightly devotions and blessings of the day. Once in a while, the puppets and their sacred stories grace the residents at The Pavilion on a smaller stage during Vespers. “Shell Point is a great leveler,” said Mary. “Residents generally don’t look back at their careers and share what they were involved with in the past. But SPTV and the magazine open vistas into the lives they left behind. We thank you for making that happen.” _

Penny Modrich (Nautilus) spent the first three years of her life as Eleanor Ruth Wills. The September 2014 magazine (Vol. 9, Issue 9) tracks her genealogy journey, as the youngest of 13 children who was adopted. She was shocked to later learn that her biological family knew about her all along, and she yearned to make contact with them. “Finding out I was adopted was a turning point for me,” Penny said in her original story. “I wasn’t a part of their family. I was just a responsibility that they didn’t ask for. When you are adopted, you feel Penny, age 3 like nobody really belongs to you, and you don’t really belong to anybody.” Then she met a young man named Steve who filled the emptiness in her life. On June 21, they celebrated 57 years of marriage. Shortly after Steve and Penny moved to Shell Point in 2004, they became known as the Mr. and Mrs. Claus of the community, reading in a SPOT (Shell Point’s Own Theater) performance a letter from Santa to God, thanking Him for letting Santa do God’s work. “I didn’t think my story was that special or unusual, but it’s amazing how many residents told me it brought back memories, and they became interested in their own family history,” Penny said. “Others were adopted themselves, or they adopted children into their family. “I had lunch with a woman who had been abandoned by her mother, and others just come up and give me a hug to express their compassion and how the story moved them.” Penny described receiving a touching gift made by Nautilus neighbor Ray Nandal, who is a woodworker. “He has an adopted daughter also named Penny, and Ray had made her a necklace pendant with a wooden bezel frame containing a shiny penny. He gave me one just like it,” she said. Corresponding, keeping in touch through Facebook, and visiting her remaining sisters before they passed away, then face-to-face with an extended niece

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and great-nephew in Florida, Penny enjoys noting the family resemblance as she gazes through old photos and hearing about the years she missed with her blood kin. “This wasn’t just 15 minutes of fame, it’s been 15 months,” Penny said. “I sent copies of the magazine to my birth family and my adopted one, and they all learned more about me that they didn’t know before.” This story soothed many misplaced hearts. _

Big Business

Marilynn Fowler (Turban) is all about creativity, and she shared her love of artistic expression in the May 2009 issue (Vol. 4, Issue 5). The performing arts were Marilynn’s forté, participating as a teen in musicals, playing piano, and the debate team. Then she discovered the wonderful world of set design for these performances,

“cutting her teeth” on stagecraft for the Lake George Opera Festival in New York during the summer of Woodstock in 1969. “I’ve so loved the business because of the people behind the scenes – it’s all smoke and mirrors, and that’s entertainment,” she said during her first interview. “It was an exciting time as you made yourself available for whatever the stage and performance needed,” said Marilynn. “Work as a stage technician gets in your blood and under your fingernails.” Stage sets and multi-media productions for industrial shows were only a glimpse of this resident’s talented past. Marilynn listened to a message from God to launch a successful Fabric Folk Art line, the “Hilda and Harry Harrington” rabbit family. She enjoyed a 10-year run as a wholesale manufacturer in the gift and decorative accessories trade, building a significant

Penny Modrich (Nautilus) spent the first three years of her life as Eleanor Ruth Wills, as told in the September 2014 issue.

Marilynn Fowler (Turban) is all about creativity, and she shared her love of artistic expression in the May 2009 issue.

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Two rabbits, Maggie Mender and Martha Nixon, from Marilynn Fowler’s Fabric Folk Art line.

Marian Davey was “pretty as a picture” modeling trendy spring styles for the inaugural Spring Fashion Show, on the cover in April 2007.

Jim Davey appeared on the cover in April 2009 featuring residents’ woodworking projects.

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cottage industry in the “shirt capital” of New York to produce her collection of 27 three-dimensional characters. “I’m the poster child for the baby boomers here at Shell Point … literally,” Marilynn said. “For months after the story ran in the magazine, my photo was splashed on a billboard along the highway, and people were constantly asking if that was me. I certainly don’t look like that anymore.” Creativity is her life, and became part of the occupational rehabilitation regimen Marilynn developed on her own when she first came to Shell Point in 2008. “I fell and had a bad break in my left wrist that required three operations and four casts, and I was also recovering from issues with my right hand,” she said. “I was able to move in before the Fourth of July, and on day one

was in the pool working my hands and core.” She found creative ways to strengthen her grip – picking up puzzle pieces, working retail with buttons and zippers, and molding clay. Marilynn is continually reinventing herself by learning, expanding her horizons in digital photography and planning to build her own website to market her ongoing creations – from pastels and paintings in the fine art category, to drawings of her fabric rabbit clan and books recounting their somewhat autobiographical stories. Marilynn keeps a scenic canvas on display in her Turban home, a treasure from her earlier days spent painting theater backdrops. “That chapter isn’t over yet. I set up a studio in my apartment to work on large canvas again,” she said, “Maybe I’ll bring the rabbits back as paper dolls or a DVD of poetry and songs.” _

Leaving a Legacy

Rev. Dr. Jim and Marian Davey (Junonia) are leaders at Shell Point with a long-standing dedication to The Village Church, where Jim served his last pastorate from 1994–2001. Marian was involved in various ministries, including teaching more than a dozen children of administrators. They were “the cream of the crop,” she claimed proudly, and have grown to become lawyers, engineers, two physicians, and a professor at the University of Oxford in England. Their Shell Point Life covers in both April 2007 (Vol. 2, Issue 3) and April 2009 (Vol. 4, Issue 4) depict their active participation on campus, now that they can enjoy a retirement lifestyle beyond the demanding schedule of preaching three times per week with additional memorial services. Marian was “pretty as a picture” modeling trendy spring styles for the inaugural 2007 Spring Fashion Show fundraiser. Along with five subsequent events, the initiative benefitted a variety of Shell Point healthcare programs, from the LifeQuest Aquatic Center to the Memory Care unit.

Above: Marian creates doll clothes for American Girl dolls and 18-inch teddy bears. Her designs are available for sale in the Shell Point Gift Shop.

Today, Marian fashions diminutive clothing for American Girl dolls and 18-inch teddy bears, making almost 200 outfits, which are sold at the Shell Point Gift Shop or given as gifts for younger family members and friends. “I enjoy combining fun fabrics with notions like ribbons and buttons to see how they will go together. My favorite was a replica of Princess Diana’s gown,” Marian said, which she selected from the museum exhibit that visited Naples in 2010. “It was black with creamy ivory at the hem, long sleeved with an elongated, pointed waist, and Jim and Marian Davey swirling threads embedded in the fabric.” On the masculine end of the spectrum, Jim likes big, noisy tools and has been a weekday regular at the Shell Point Woodshop, especially enjoying the coffee break that bonds these artists. On the last day in June, he described the Woodshop humming with 19 woodworkers. “Every major tool was in use, and it’s a good day when you can start with 10 (digits) and end with 10,” he said holding up both hands intact. Using hardwoods like cherry, mahogany, and walnut, Jim has made three desks, bookcases, a dining room table, and side tables, as well as wooden jewelry boxes and other items. Lately, Jim and fellow Shell Point woodworkers have been busy working with the oak con-

Left and above: Don Dragoo and Jim Davey worked together to craft the cross that now hangs in The Steinbach Chapel at The Pavilion.

tributed when The Village Church replaced its 40-year-old divider doors. “This wood is even getting new life in another church,” Jim said. “Roger Ruth (Turban) is active at Iona Hope Episcopal Church, and plans to use it to trim their Fellowship Hall.” Jim makes wooden oven hooks to sell at the Gift Shop. Proceeds from the sale of the Daveys’ items go to Compassion and Mercy Associates (CAMA), a Christ-centered relief and development agency affiliated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance, where Jim worked in Colorado Springs. Most notably, Jim contributed his woodworking vision, skills, and time (along with Rev. Don Draggoo, Cellana) to craft the cross and altar table for the Steinbach Chapel in The Larsen Pavilion. This sacred art incorporates the space’s signature stained glasswork, and Jim estimates that combined they spent 176 hours to transform the rough, red oak fitted into an aluminum frame on a table base with a floating top. “It seemed like it took half a lifetime,” Jim said, as Marian chimed in, “But, you can see it from the hallway, so whenever people walk by, I thank God they have a place where they can stop to pray.” In the 2009 magazine, Jim explained, “I was attracted to the enduring, eternal aspects of the job. This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a part of something that will outlive me.” _

Thus, the gifted, fascinating, and sharing residents of Shell Point remain true to their core as we revisited the legacy each leaves for us. Enjoy many future issues of Shell Point Life to come, featuring your neighbors of distinction.

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Looking Back

Shell Point Life By the Numbers

The premiere issue of Shell Point Life magazine was unveiled ten years ago as a replacement for The Courier, the community’s monthly newsletter. The new publication featured a larger format with color throughout. The first edition focused on one of Shell Point’s best features — its waterfront location and close proximity to area beaches.

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To keep residents informed and con- included on page 2 in the “masthead” box. nected, The Shell Point Village Courier Recurring “Lifestyle with Lifecare” features was originally published starting in November include: Happenings Calendar, events photo 1973 through July 2006. It evolved from a recap, Academy of Lifelong Learning and 4-page stapled document to a 12-page tabloid Health Connection classes, LifeQuest, Support newspaper-style, printed primarily in black and Groups, Village Church, assisted living, Nature’s white with color on the outside cover pages. Notebook, Salon & Spa, Legacy Foundation, But times do change, and since the first photo contest, concert series, healthcare, techfour-color, magazine-style issue of nology, and finance. L POINT LI L E Shell Point Life came off press with Typical story topics and themes F H 20 pages in August 2006, we have cover faith, ministries, and missiontracked some significant mileary experiences; arts and crafts; th stones. Many of you may recall lifestyle, hobbies, and sports; career specific articles, authors, or arthighlights; skills and expertise; volwork. Have you saved a collection unteering, giving to others, getting ry Year A n niversa to retrieve a fun fact or identify a involved; and unique situations with special resident? special meaning. The publication was launched by Lynn For those who appreciate the intricaSchneider, who served as editor from August cies of design specifications, the title fonts 2006 – July 2011. Rochelle Cherniawski served as on the cover are Egizio for “Shell Point” and editor from August 2011 – December 2014; and Monterrey for the word “Life,” with Goudy Mary Kay Grimaldi, joined the staff in the editor used for the body text font. (Read more role starting in January 2015 – today. about the magazine production process in The Shell Point Marketing department the October 2010 edition, celebrating the oversees editorial content and direction, pho- 50th issue. See them all online at shelltography, and graphic layout. But, each month’s point.net/shellpointlife.) issue is produced with assistance from staff Join us on this trip down memory lane as we and resident contributing writers, photog- look at some tidbits and analyze the impact this pubraphers, and proofreaders. Their names are lication has had on resident life at Shell Point.

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Peter Dys Reflects on

30 Years of Progress Then and Now – Peter Dys in 1985 and as president in 2015

August 1 marks the 30th anniversary of Peter Dys’ leadership at the helm of the Shell Point ship. Steering through calm waters and navigating a few stormy seas, he recalls significant waypoints – the landmarks of impact and influence for Shell Point’s past, present, and future.

From the desk of the president…

Looking back over the last three decades of progress and growth at Shell Point, we have made significant changes that improved the wellbeing and resources available to our residents. Opening three assisted living facilities,

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expanding and renewing our skilled nursing care and medical center services, and increasing the independent living options and amenities are among these major accomplishments that deliver our “Lifestyle with Lifecare” promise.

I am especially proud of moving forward with these initiatives while retaining our allegiance to our mission and faith-based culture, and at the same continued next page

time protecting our residents’ finances by doing everything in our power to maintain monthly maintenance fee increases at the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Rather than fearing debt, we are concerned with occupancy, income, and expense control. This type of growth, renewal, and financial stability can only be achieved with planning, dedication, and a skilled leadership team. I am surrounded by good people, and gratified to see what they can accomplish. This is an organization committed to excellence based on our spiritual values, which are always present and so deeply rooted in our culture that they cannot easily be removed. Through a “servant heart” reflected at all levels of Shell Point operations, we express our dedication to God and the care of His people. This is a proud legacy – one that positions the organization for the future. We are judged tomorrow based on the services we provide today. What we offer is unique, and people like to be a part of it, but decisions must address needs we anticipate in the marketplace 20 years down the road. Today, Shell Point is fully occupied and financially strong. We are

As president, Peter Dys takes pleasure in representing the organization at both formal and casual events.

focused on facility maintenance and refurbishment as well as reducing staff turnover, and have the luxury of operating with a stable and competitive debt/interest structure, which wasn’t the case when I first arrived in 1985. As always, we are dependent on God’s grace. I also remain dependent on God’s gift of wisdom, learning that we always need to think bigger. As strong advocates who work to deliver what is best for our residents, management will look for new and innovative services to offer so residents always get more than they expected. At Shell Point, we strive to develop and deliver services that can help residents remain as independent as their health will allow and that enhance quality of life. These services are designed to meet the range of economic and social needs of our residents, creating a unique environment where everyone benefits. I have always admired the life and leadership of Moses as he obeyed God. A servant leader, he was blessed by God to lead the Israelite people to the promised land. This role as Shell Point president is more than a job; it’s a passion … and with love for our people, I am blessed.

Peter Dys with the C&MAF Board in 2013

“Ever learning, tirelessly serving, and deeply focused have marked Dr. Peter Dys’ leadership at Shell Point. His pursuit of excellence for the welfare of the resident is modeled and seen at all levels of management. “Surrounding all of his amazing skills, keen insights, and empowering aptitudes, has been his relentless faithfulness to spiritual values. As a Continuing Care Retirement Community, we have been blessed by his vision, sacrifice, and commitment to provide the services that will enrich all – both employee and resident alike.” —Dr./Rev. Mark O’Farrell, Chair, C&MAF Board of Directors

Above: One of Peter Dys’ first assignments as Shell Point president was participating in the King’s Crown groundbreaking ceremony in the late fall of 1985. His predecessor and namesake of that assisted living facility, Dr. Bernard King (center holding shovel), served as Shell Point executive director from 1977–1985. Right: Peter Dys celebrates with Shell Point management and representatives of Wright Construction at the completion of The Larsen Pavilion renovation project and the grand opening of the new Rehabilitation Center at Shell Point in January 2011. Shell Point Life | August 2015

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Advanced Senior Strength is back, starting Wednesday, August 19, at 12:45 p.m. at the Island Health Club. Taught by Master Trainer Ingrid Oliver, this class will teach exercises using resistance machines, free weights, and body weight. For this class, you must be preapproved by Fitness Supervisor Michelle Smith, (239) 4542107. This specialty program costs only $40 for four weeks.

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Agility, Balance, and Flexibility for Everyday Life – Session B begins again on Mondays and Wednesdays, August 31 – October 7, at 11:30 a.m. at the Island Health Club. By adding this class to your weekly wellness routine, you will learn to function better in everyday life.

Shell Point as Your Resource

Fitness Room Orientation continues on Tuesday afternoons at 1 p.m. in the Health Club on The Island with new Fitness Coordinator and Certified Personal Trainer Hannah Hosterman. During this free half-hour class, Hannah will introduce you to the workout room as well as teach you exercises and help you get started on a great fitness program. Organic, Sustainable, Local – What’s the Difference? is sure to be an informative class. Learn about food terminology from

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Linda Rakos, RD, and Brett Wayte, Dining Operations supervisor, on Tuesday, August 18, at 2:15 p.m. in the Social Center. Complexion Perfection – Session 2 is held on Wednesday, August 19, at 1 p.m. in the Sabal Room. Join the Shell Point Salon & Spa skin care team as they take you through this hands-on class. “Beauty for You” with Mirabella Cosmetics will teach you how to perfect your eye makeup. Join the Shell Point Salon & Spa staff on Monday, August 24, at 1:15 p.m. in the Social Center.

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Keys to Success with Hearing Aids will take place on Wednesday, August 5, at 2 p.m. in the Oak Room in the Woodlands. Shelly Rogerson, RN, will explain what to expect with new hearing aids and how to decipher information about buying them.

Building Beautiful Skin

Salon Presents Health Connection Class Shell Point Salon & Spa Manager Robyn Church and Esthetician Pat Charbonneau led the fun and refreshing Complexion Perfection Session 1 class on Monday, June 22. In this hands-on, introductory class, participants learned how to achieve great skin care at home. The women all excitedly pinned their hair back off their faces and began by giving themselves a mini-facial with products from the G.M. Collin skin care line. They applied revitalizing cleanser, exfoliate made from plant enzymes, a hydrating mask, 16

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and lastly a moisturizer to seal it all in. King’s Crown resident Betty Clucas said that by the end of the treatment, her skin “felt so soft, and she felt beautiful.” Joy Ellyn Ryan (Junonia) laughed with the other residents as she applied the soothing mask and posed for a picture. “It’s cool and refreshing,” she said. They left with silky smooth and refreshed skin, ready to continue the regimen at home. Don’t miss the next program: Complexion Perfection Session 2 on Wednesday, August 19, at 1 p.m. in the Sabal Room.

Isabelle Schuessler and Betty Clucas (above) and Betty McCollum, Gail Baumgarten, and Doris Wydman (below) enjoyed applying skin care products with with Salon Manager Robyn Church.

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Summer Concert Series Beat the Heat with the Cool Sounds of Summer!

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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA CHAMBER SYMPHONY Thursday, August 13, 7:30 p.m., The Village Church Cost: $25 The changing seasons have inspired musical interpretations by many composers around the world and throughout the ages. This summer, the Southwest Florida Chamber Symphony presents the works of two composers who found inspiration in the earth’s life cycle in their respective parts of the world – Baroque-era Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, and 20th century Argentine tango composer Astor Piazzolla’s The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. This concert offers a mere sampling of nature’s splendor embodied in music.

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Tuesday, August 25, at 7:30 p.m., The Village Church Cost: $20 Woodworks is a four-person percussionist group formed by Thomas Suta, who studied at the New England Conservatory of Music specializing in timpani and percussion. Thomas is the winner of Percussive Arts Society (PAS) International Composition competition for percussion ensemble. He currently performs as timpanist with the Southwest Florida Symphony and as percussionist with the Florida West Coast Symphony Orchestra in Sarasota, having performed previously with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the New England Philharmonic, and other local groups. Woodworks also includes Todd Betz, who studied at the University of South Florida and is head of percussion at Florida Southern College in Lakeland. He currently plays percussion in the Southwest Florida Symphony and Florida West Coast Symphony Orchestra. Robert Lunergan studied at Berklee College School of Music in Boston, majoring in arranging and composition. As a boy, Robert started playing on a trash can turned

upside down, so his father immediately went to a local music store and rented a snare drum for him. Professional musical experiences include show band drummer for Seabourn, Norwegian, and Disney cruise lines. He is currently teaching at St. Stephen’s Upper School, working with the high school Jazz Concert Band while finishing his degree in music education. New to the group, Rebecca St. Pierre received a Bachelor of Music degree from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina, as well as Master of Music and Master of Percussion degrees from Florida State University. She has performed with the Greenville Symphony Orchestra, the Hendersonville Symphony, and the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra. Rebecca also has been a public school band director and an elementary music teacher. This group performs using the marimba instrument, which originated in Africa. The

sound was so appealing in South America and Mexico that it became as popular as the guitar among mariachi bands. Woodworks’ repertoire contains music from this early period, but goes beyond what one would expect to hear on this instrument, performing famous classical, ragtime, circus, and opera melodies. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a unique performance in the Shell Point Summer Concert Series, being held on Tuesday, August 25, at 7:30 p.m. at The Village Church. Contact The Island service desk at 454-2282 or Woodlands service desk at 454-2054 to purchase tickets; cost is $20.

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Cooper three times a week, claiming it is an essential part of how she remains so active and positive. She loves to read history daily and attend the Shell Point book reviews. She uses LifeQuest as a guideline to help her enjoy an optimistic and fulfilled life. “As you examine all the components of LifeQuest, it’s important to have a good balance,” VernaJean advised.

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LIFEQUEST DISCUSSION GROUP

Living a Life of Splendor & Growth Saturday, August 22 • 10:15 a.m. • Social Center/IS

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The Butterfly Garden, located near King’s Crown on The Island, boasts life abundantly in the form of plants, insects, animals, and the people who care for it. Come discover how LifeQuest’s six dimensions of wellness can be Butterfly incorporated through enjoyment of the many facets of the Shell Garden Point Butterfly Garden. Learn how the butterfly itself is an excellent representation of growth, vulnerability, and beauty. Melody Desilets, volunteer coordinator, along with a guest, will exhibit this beauty of God’s creation, and demonstrate how one can enjoy it to the fullest. A meaningful butterfly release will occur at the conclusion of this program.

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Sweet smiles and attitudes of gratitude were plentiful as Shell Point employees, on occasion accompanied by their children and grandchildren, gathered on Friday, July 17, to receive backpacks filled to the brim with school supplies. The supplies, which were purchased at a discounted bulk rate from the generous contributions of residents totaling more than $10,000, were given to those entering kindergarten through fifth grade in the coming school year. Dorothy Erickson (Nautilus), chair of the School Supply Fund Drive, shared her enthusiasm for the program. “The generous gifts of Shell Point residents continue to amaze me each year,” she said. “Not only have they contributed monetarily, but more than 35 people signed up to volunteer to help with supply preparation and distribution! It is so rewarding to witness this interaction among generations.” The goal of the committee was to raise enough money to fill 650 bags, the same as

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last year. However, this year they set out with the objective to fill the bags with even more supplies than in the past. They were able to accomplish this successfully. Wallenbrock/Marco Office Supply, the distributer that provided the school items, generously donated bright blue Shell Point logo backpacks, so each child received the same bag and amount of supplies. The backpacks were filled with notebooks,

crayons, markers, folders, pencils, pens, and more. “We are so grateful to the wonderful residents at Shell Point who donated their time and talents to offer this school supply drive and distribution for staff,” said Karen Anderson, vice president of Human Resources and Business Support Services. “What an impressive sight to see 650 bags brimming with school supplies – purchased, collected, and distributed by resident donors and volunteers! It is a tremendous benefit for staff as they prepare their children for the upcoming school year.”

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www.shellpoint.net/events To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Heather Battey, Resort Services and Wellness manager, at 454-2152, or email: heatherbattey@shellpoint.org

“Books Are Fun” Event

Wednesday, August 5 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Books Are Fun offers convenience and selections from favorite booksellers and online stores, including gifts, games, toys, stationery, and, of course, books. This event is your opportunity to buy various items at competitive prices! Whether you’re looking for a gift for someone special, or you want a stack of books for yourself, you’re sure to find something you like.

Lunch Outing: Trek to “Traders”

Thursday, August 6 10:30 a.m. Island 10:40 a.m. Woodlands 10:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 1:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (lunch on your own) Join your friends for a trip over the Sanibel Island causeway to enjoy the innovative island cuisine offered at an island favorite establishment – Traders Café and Emporium. It’s worth the trip just for their homemade bread! Traders has a fanciful if not funky gallery/shop, which is always a fun post-meal browsing 20

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experience. Meal choices typically range between $8 and $15.

Friday Market Place

Friday, August 7, 14, 21, and 28 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. 14, 21, 28 Administration Courtyard/IS From honey to sweet corn, handmade baskets to fresh-baked breads, our Friday Market Place is sure to please. Vendors are dedicated to quality products and service. Come enjoy the open air and Florida sunshine each week.

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Saturday DVD: Courageous (2011)

Saturday, August 8 2:00 & 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Four men share one calling: To serve and protect. As law enforcement officers, they face danger every day. Yet when tragedy strikes close to home, these fathers are left wrestling with their hopes, fears, and faith. This struggle produces a decision that changes all their lives. With action, drama, and humor, this film embraces God’s promise to “turn the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers.” Souls will be stirred, and hearts will be challenged to be ... Courageous!

Visit: W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam

Monday, August 10 8:00 a.m. Island 8:10 a.m. Woodlands 8:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 1:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $9 (lunch on your own) The Caloosahatchee and the series of dams that make that waterway navigable is our connection to the east coast of Florida. This trip is designed to teach you about the dam, the eco-system, and operation of the locks. There will be an interpretive program followed by an onsite walk onto the dam. Most of this trip is indoors, but it will likely

be hot and sunny walking out on the dam. Lunch will be at Jason’s Deli on the way back to Shell Point.

Do You Know Your Neighbor? Netherlands

Tuesday, August 11 2:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Have you ever visited the tulip fields or the windmills in this beautiful country? Are you of Dutch heritage? Nederlands spreken? Come celebrate this vast country that is rich in history and culture. This event is for all who are interested in learning more about their fellow Shell Point friends. Light refreshments will be served.

Beadwork Beginnings at Potomac Bead Company

Thursday, August 13 12:30 p.m. Island 12:40 p.m. Woodlands 12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 5:15 p.m. (approximate return) Cost: $18 (covers transportation and class, beads are extra) Maximum participants: 12 Interested in jewelry making? This basic beading class is the perfect opportunity to learn — designed for those who don’t know where to begin, as well as those who have done a little beading and want to do more. You will learn about the tools of the trade and create pieces from the beads of your choice. The bead selection is seemingly endless! The instructor estimates that the cost of supplies to create two pieces typically averages $13 to $25, in addition to the cost of the class and transportation.

Technical Support Services Presentation Friday, August 14 2:15 p.m. The Village Church

Learn all about the TSS team and services, including descriptions and pricing for the latest high-speed TV, phone, and internet capabilities. Then browse the hands-on displays. Learn more on page 33.

Spend Your Day at the Waterside Shops

Saturday, August 15 8:45 a.m. Island 8:55 a.m. Woodlands 9:05 a.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 4:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $9 (lunch on your own) “Trip Advisor” lists the beautiful Waterside Shops in Naples as the #2 shopping experience in the area. The upscale boutiques, incredible landscaping, and all-time favorite destinations make a day at the Waterside Shops most enjoyable. Examples of the 60 shops include Nordstrom, Apple, Williams-Sonoma, Papyrus, Anthropologie, Louis Vuitton, Talbots, Brooks Brothers, and so many more. Brio’s is the recommended lunch stop, but other options are available. Mall maps will be provided.

Sunday Matinee: The Pianist (2002)

Sunday, August 16 2:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL The Pianist is the story of a Polish pianist whose promising career was interrupted by WWII. The film follows his heroic career, testifying to the power of hope and survival with unlikely help from a sympathetic German officer. Don’t miss this film that was nominated for seven Academy Awards! Shell Point Life | August 2015

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Fort Myers Beach Theater

Monday, August 17 1:00 p.m. Island 1:10 p.m. Woodlands 1:20 p.m. Eagles Preserve/ EST 5:45 p.m. approximate return Cost: $19 (includes ticket, food on your own) Fort Myers Beach Theater is a family-owned movie and food theater dedicated to showing only the best entertainment, in a clean and comfortable environment. The venue offers a diverse menu – not typical movie theater fare. Let their friendly wait staff pamper you, while you enjoy the movie. Food prices range from $5.95 (pie), $7 (sweet potato fries), $13.95 (quesadillas), $12 (flatbreads). There will be four current movies to choose from starting at the same approximate time. For movie selections, call Bev Chandley at 454-2239 a few days in advance of the event date, or check online at www. ftmyersbeachtheater.com.

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Tea with Mina Edison & Clara Ford Tuesday, August 18 10:30 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL

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The group will head to Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park for fun, food, and frolic. A picnic lunch will be served, with a traditional stop for ice cream on the trip back to Shell Point.

Performance by David Pedraza, Violist

Join “Mina Edison” and “Clara Ford” for iced tea and pastries as they reminisce about family and friends, living part-time in Florida, as well as their helpful hints for their marriage, gardening, and menu interests. This delightful program is free and features two “seasoned” Edison Ford docents and living history characters who will greet the audience and welcome them into the conversation.

Presidents & Their First Ladies – Dramatically Speaking

Monday, August 17 1:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL John and Abigail Adams will be portrayed by William and Sue Wills in a dramatic presentation. William and Sue have been working together on stage as a team since the day they met doing a show together in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1970. By the end of 2012, they will surpass 8,400 performances on stage! Don’t miss this extraordinary event.

Beach Day

Thursday, August 20 8:30 a.m. Island 8:40 a.m. Woodlands 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 3:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $16 (ice cream on your own) A favorite outing for many residents, beach day gets us out in the sun, sand, and surf.

Thursday, August 20 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL David Pedraza is a violist born in Reynosa, Mexico, who started his musical studies at age 14 under Jose Vazquez, Cubanborn founder and director of the Orpheon Baroque Orchestra and Orpheon Consort. Later, he received a full scholarship to study at Shenandoah Conservatory. David holds a Professional Performance Certificate from Lynn University Conservatory of Music, and recently finished a Master of Music degree. David is currently on the faculty at the Prep Department of Palm Beach Atlantic University. Come to this free concert and enjoy classical favorites from this award-winning performer.

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

Dinner on Captiva Island: The Mucky Duck

Monday, August 24 4:00 p.m. Island 4:10 p.m. Woodlands 4:20 p.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 8:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (dinner on your own) What is not to love about the Mucky Duck? It’s on the Gulf of Mexico and oozes with island ambiance. Delectable entrees are typically priced $20 – $32. Feed your inner island dweller and join us on this casual island dining excursion.

Library Book Talk Tuesday, August 25 2:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Glenna Irwin (Turban) will be reviewing Sue Monk Kidd’s best seller The Invention of Wings. The novel takes us to Charleston, South Carolina, in the early

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1800’s during a devastating time in American history. The story is told through the eyes of two women – one a slave, the other free. Refreshments and discussion will follow the review.

Skybox Experience: Miracle Baseball Game

Friday, August 28 5:15 p.m. Island 5:25 p.m. Woodlands 5:35 p.m. Eagles Preserve/EST 10:35 p.m. approximate return Cost: $39 (includes stadium food, beverages, and admission)

25 Come see a summer Miracle game at the remodeled Twins stadium. Food and drinks will be served in the climate-controlled skybox – no lines for you! Residents can enjoy two hot dogs and two hamburgers

Temporary Closings at Dining Venues

The The Promenade Promenade Café Café will will be be closed closed through through August August 23, 23, reopening reopening on on Monday, Monday, August August 24. 24. Visit Visit the the Palm Palm Grill Grill before before itit closes closes for for September September after after Labor Labor Day Day (September (September 7). 7).

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(if they are really hungry!), side dishes, popcorn, and cold drinks. Restrooms will be nearby, and the view should be great. The boxes are much improved, with an outdoor option as well. Elevators are available, but some walking is required.

Movie Night: Oklahoma! (1955)

Monday, August 31 6:45 p.m. Social Center/IS From its Broadway roots to its motion picture success, Oklahoma! contains soaring melodies and joyous songs in a loving celebration of the American spirit! Winner of two 1955 Academy Awards, the film stars Shirley Jones as a young prairie woman with two suitors: goodnatured Curly (Gordon MacRae) and the hired hand, Jud (Rod Steiger). Don’t miss this classic film!

Wonder why, how, if? Have an idea about… everything?

Inquiring Minds Is for You If you enjoy an open discussion of ideas from varied sources and voiced opinions, then “Inquiring Minds” is the Shell Point group for you. At these casual meetings, men and women find stimulating conversation by sharing new and controversial ideas, which may often challenge their personal points of view. Recent topics have included “The War on Science,” “America’s Higher-Education System,” and “Disparity Between Rich and Others.” Give it a try, and bring your sense of humor! Join them every Friday from 10:15 – 11:30 a.m. in the Manatee Room on The Island.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, and 27 4:30 p.m. Sabal Room/WDL This is a fellowship of those who share their experiences, strength, and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism. This “open” meeting of AA welcomes those who struggle with alcohol as well as those who support them. For more information, contact the intergroup phone number, 275-5111.

Cancer Support 1-on-1 Mentoring The goal of this resident-led program is to establish group mentoring connections between newly diagnosed cancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Springs) at 333-0120.

Caregiver Support Group Tuesdays, August 4 and 18 Group 1: 9:15 a.m. Group 2: 10:30 a.m. Medical Center Conference Room/IS This therapeutic group is aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder, whether the resident is 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.

Support Groups ual basis. Please contact Dotty Morrison (Cellana) at 337-4015, or Judy Mayer (Junonia) at 454-3139. You may also contact the Village Church office at 454-2147.

Hearing Enrichment Group Wednesday, August 26 1:15 p.m. Manatee Room/IS Poor hearing can affect many aspects of one’s life. Stephanie Devlin, case manager, will be facilitating this group that will help residents cope with such issues. She can be reached at 454-8246. Friends and family are also encouraged to attend.

Memory Care Support Groups Diabetes Group Appointment Friday, August 7 1:00 p.m. Social Center/IS Both insulin-dependent and non-insulin dependent diabetics are encouraged to attend this group. Each meeting covers a different topic and includes open discussion.

Finding Joy (for Caregivers) This group is on summer break and will reconvene in October. The group will assist participants with coping as a caregiver through shared experiences and uplifting programs. Contact Jane Johnston (Lucina) at 464-5903 for more information.

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Note: Individual assessment is required before joining one of the following groups. Kathy Fratrick, LCSW, facilitates the group and can be reached at 454-2073. Individual appointments are also available. Tuesdays, August 4 and 18 Group 1: 9:15 a.m. Group 2: 10:30 a.m. Behavioral Health Conference Room/IS Wednesdays, August 5, 12, and 19 10:30 a.m. Behavioral Health Conference Room/IS These groups are designed to provide education and support to residents who have some type of memory disorder. The objectives of the groups are to identify practical strategies to help residents better manage their memory loss, address long-range planning, and offer an environment that fosters a sense of purpose and heightened self-esteem.

Neuropathy Support Group Wednesday, August 19 11:00 a.m. Oak Room/WDL This group provides support and education for those dealing with neuropathy. Contact Lenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood) at 443-4769.

Parkinson’s Enrichment Group Monday, August 3 10:15 a.m. King’s Crown Community Room/IS This group aims to provide support and education to those affected by Parkinson’s disease as a patient, caregiver, family member, or friend. Each meeting includes a speaker, group discussion, and opportunities for emotional support. For more information, call Janine Hammond, case manager, at 454-2186.

Shell Point COPD Support Group This group meets quarterly; the next meeting will be October 20. The objective is to provide information and discussions that will be relevant to individuals having a range of breathing problems, as well as those dependent on supplemental oxygen. For additional information, call Ken Peterson at 482-3779.

The Vision Enrichment Group This group is on break for the summer; the next meeting will be October 13. This group is for networking and sharing stories and information. Florence Putman (Eagles Preserve) is the chairperson. For information, contact Case Manager Angie Prichard at 454-2134.

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conditioner … and my Wi-Fi, my TV, my dishwasher, my plumbing, housekeeping, landscaping, and pest control. It’s not magic … it’s our Call Center; it’s our Chiller Plant staff; it’s Technical Support Services – it’s ALL of our Shell Point employees. These capable, caring

people work so hard to keep us safe, clean, and comfortable. Their effort says, “Yes, we know your home is your haven, and we want you to be happy.” A donation to the 2015 Employee Christmas Fund is a way that residents can say thanks back to these marvelous people, and “We are aware of all you do for us, and we appreciate you.” It’s easy to give; donation forms can be found at either service desk or on-line at www.shellpoint.net/christmasfund. You can donate by check or by monthly billing.

Hometown Hoe-Down Pull on your boots, cowboy hat, plaid shirt, and jeans for our neighborly foot-stompin’ get-together! Round up your friends for this Hometown Hoe-Down as we gather for some good ‘ole country fun.

Tuesday, Oct. 27 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Administration Circle, Courtyard, and Amphitheater on The Island

Don’t miss the resident bake sale, court chili cook-off, fun ‘n games created by Shell Point departments, hayrides, country music, cloggers, watermelon seed-spitting contest, petting zoo, line dancers, and more.

Sponsored in part by The Legacy Foundation

Enjoy western-style grub, sweet tea, country music, cowboys, and a rootin’-tootin’ good time. Buy some homemade jelly, fresh-cut flowers, and fresh produce from our country market. Prizes for best western outfits, and more! FREE! Please call either service desk to reserve your food tickets.

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Promising Advances in Alzheimer’s Research

By Mary Kay Grimaldi

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention claims that as many as five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease today. The cost of care and treatment for this disease and other forms of dementia will rise to $226 billion in 2015, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. The term “dementia” is a broad category describing cognitive decline over time; Alzheimer’s is the most prevalent and can start 20 years before symptoms appear. Age is a major risk factor for Alzheimer’s, affecting about 10 percent of people aged 65, and increasing to about 50 percent among 85 year olds. It is now the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Since many of us will face this challenge as we walk the journey of life, concern about cognitive ability and quality of life for those with the disease and their caregivers is growing. Florida ranks second behind California in the number of diagnosed cases, but an expanded clinical trial could lead to a significant breakthrough in treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Frederick Schaerf, M.D., Ph.D., Principal Investigator with the Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida, which has been conducting clinical research trials approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) since 2001, believes that for the first time there may be hope that a monthly infusion could slow or stop the progression

least slow the progression,” said Dr. Schaerf recently during an interview on SPTV with Dr. Roger Hirchak, vice president of Medical Services at Shell Point. Dr. Schaerf received both a Ph.D. in Reproductive Endocrinology and an M.D. degree from the University of Maryland. He completed an internship and residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, where he served as Chief Resident in psychiatry, then was appointed Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. A board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Schaerf has been practicing neuropsychiatry in Fort Myers since 1989, and was recently appointed by the State Surgeon General to serve on the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Grant Advisory Board. He has conducted more than 125 clinical trials specifically dedicated to dementia and memory. Shell Point resident Don Maron (Junonia), whose wife Carolyn was diagnosed with the disease six years ago and now resides at The Larsen Pavilion, has been involved in this first drug trial. Worried that others in his family might also be at risk, he is hoping results will benefit future generations. “Wouldn’t you do anything for the sake of your children?” Don said in an article published in the Fort Myers News-Press on June 21, and also discussed during a broadcast interview by local NBC-2 News. “If I don’t do it, who will?”

We’re realizing how important the mind is in our overall health and treatment. Early diagnosis is critical.

of Alzheimer’s. Biogen, a global biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the discovery, development, and delivery of therapies for the treatment of neurodegenerative, hematologic, and autoimmune diseases, is testing a monoclonal antibody to fight Alzheimer’s and eliminate the amyloid (abnormal protein) that initiates the process of killing brain cells. “This was a small Phase 1 trial with only 166 people, but its positive results are encouraging. It’s truly an Dr. Frederick Schaerf is principal exciting time investigator at Neuropsychiatric Research with this disease Center of Southwest Florida, which is research, and we conducting clinical trials to learn more about anticipate that possibly preventing Alzheimer’s disease and by 2025 there various forms of dementia. might be a cure or a way to at

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In one study being conducted now with people ages 65–83 who are not experiencing any cognitive impairment, the center will follow participants over the next five years to determine what factors cause memory loss. Another study involves individuals with less than six months to live to help get diagnostic tracers on the market and move

the science forward. “There is normal age-associated memory loss, where people forget things like where they put their car keys, but we’re talking about something different here, for example, word-finding problems where your brain can’t retrieve certain words for you to hold a conversation. That’s a brain disorder we take seriously,” said Dr. Schaerf. “We’re also looking at ways to help people preserve the brain. A Mayo Clinic study found that 50 percent or more of memory problems are due to modifiable factors, such as diet and exercise, as well as controlling hypertension, diabetes, cardiac disease, and high cholesterol,” he said, explaining that physically active seniors may be slowing their mental decline. “Healthy heart, healthy brain.” “The treatment of memory loss is changing,” Dr. Schaerf said. “We’re realizing how important the mind is in our overall health and treatment. Early diagnosis is critically important, and earlier interventions are being actively studied.” Assessment, sharing information, and evidence-based treatment are key.

Don Maron (Junonia), whose wife Carolyn resides at The Larsen Pavilion, has been involved in the first Alzheimer’s drug trial.

Taking a Preemptive Step

Primary healthcare is a starting point, and the Shell Point Medical Center is a leading resource for residents’ psychological and physical concerns. “I’m a strong proponent of this neurological research,” said Dr. Chris Votolato, director of Shell Point Behavioral Health, who is also among the Neuropsychiatric Research Center’s clinical trial team. It can be a complicated process to know where to start if you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms or are concerned about memory loss, or even if Dr. Chris Votolato you are interested in participating in these research studies. “We can be a one-stop shop if needed,” said Dr. Votolato, “for testing, diagnosis, treatment, as well as research or referral. “First and foremost, we want to get people the best help we can. If they are traveling down a path of dementia, we’re here to help them through it.” Contact the Behavioral Health department at The Larsen Pavilion at (239) 4542146. Or to reach Dr. Schaerf’s office directly

at the Neuropsychiatric Center, call (239) 939-7777, or visit neuropsychstudies.com. “It’s fascinating how society and medicine in general are realizing how important the mind is to overall health, and how neglected the behavioral health aspect in the treatment of individuals has been. Preventive medicine is real medicine,” advised Dr. Hirchak, who encourages residents to talk to their primary care physician and not to wait to take action until they have developed advanced symptoms. “This is a great opportunity to collaborate for the better mental and physical health of the community … mind, body, and spirit.”

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Memories of Move-In Day

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Among the first residents to move into The Arbor in 2005 are: L-R (standing): Carolyn Blake, Lenore Sparkman, “Mac” McArthur, Mary McArthur, Dot Whiteman, Joe Goeschl, Merna Johannessen, Gene Bacon, Walt Remster, and Rosemary Neal; (seated): Jane Gay, Grace Martin, Grace Phipps, Millie Stackhouse, Betty Rinderle, Rebecca Dearborn, and Helen Gaines.

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Embracing the Good Life In 2005 when The Arbor opened, assisted living was still a relatively new notion for many to consider. “It’s the greatest concept there is, and The Arbor does it best. It’s nice not to have to worry about things; it leaves room in life for what you really want to do,” said Lenore Sparkman, an Arbor resident who volunteers at The Larsen Pavilion and in the Inspirational Library. “I have taught a Sudoku class here that I plan to teach again soon. I love that those avenues are still accessible to me here.” Merna Johannessen considers The Arbor a wonderful combination of company and privacy. Her friend Eleanor Brigham agrees, finding a sense of community at mealtimes. “I enjoy sitting down and being served in the dining room!” she said. Grace Phipps and her neighbor Joe Goeschl have eaten dinner together there every evening for 10 years. “I live across the hall from my good friend, Grace, who continued next page

moved in about the same time I did,” said Joe. “We’ve been neighbors for 10 years, and we’re friends to the end.” Many of the 10-year residents at The Arbor chimed in about what makes their assisted living home special. Eugenia Bacon regularly hosts a group of friends to play bridge in her apartment, and Grace Martin grows orchids on her lanai and then presents a cutting in a small vase to everyone in the building on their birthday. “We have done so many fun things here,” said Rosemary Neal, explaining that Wednesday night was game night. “At one of our celebrations we paraded around the dining room with music. We all feel like a family here.”

Some Favorite Things Residents especially enjoy the musical performances arranged in the building. “When the music is played on the mezzanine, the sound fills the whole lobby and you can hear it no matter where you are,” said Carolyn Blake. Dot Whiteman is one of the regular musicians performing for residents’ enjoyment. “There were quite a few of us who moved into The Arbor at the same time, and we all felt like we arrived at a five-star hotel. I still think about it like that!” she said. “I have played the piano for every Christmas tree-lighting ceremony we’ve had, and I still play on Sunday evenings on the mezzanine.” Residents appreciate the quiet, natural setting of The Arbor in the Woodlands. “Living here has worked out very well for me; there’s a real peaceful feeling about it,” said Walt Remster. “People keep telling us what paradise is going to be like, but I’m not complaining now!” It was exciting to live at The Arbor those first few years, and Rebecca likes it now more than ever. “I have a nice apartment, and I particularly enjoy watching the sun rise outside my window,” she said. Several employees hired for the opening remain to care for residents. “The Arbor staff is just as dedicated to our residents today as they were in 2005,” said Rita Southern, director of Assisted Living and Resident Support Services. “Shell Point’s entire assisted living care team is committed to providing the highest level of independence that our residents’ health will allow.”

Familiar Faces — The recent celebration not only marked The Arbor’s tenth anniversary, but also a decade of service for many of the original nursing, housekeeping, dietary, and hospitality staff members who were hired for the building’s opening. Pictured are: (back) Dianne Zamberletti, Arbor Nursing; Rose Jean, Dietary; Tony Sprehe, Springs Maintenance; Irene Pesce, Golf Course; Betty Hesselgesser, Arbor secretary; (front) Glorimel Rodriquez, Housekeeping; Deborah Longbrake, Housekeeping supervisor; Stacey Daniels-Dattilo, RN manager; Rita Southern, director of Assisted Living/Resident Support Services; Leda Toussaint, Dietary; Donna Kilpatrick, Springs Nursing.

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The best makeup application will freshen your face but not overemphasize any one feature. The prettiest palette will brighten and add dewiness. Look for soft shades of pink, peach, and bronze (see color palette below). Consider these makeup musthaves for a pretty look after age 65: 1. PRIMER: Apply a primer that moisturizes as well as minimizes fine lines and pores to improve the appearance of your skin instantly. Mirabella primer is infused with vitamin E, allowing your foundation to glide on and stay put ($29). 2. FOUNDATION: In most cases, foundation is sufficient to double as a concealer. If concealer is necessary, go easy as it can get stuck in laugh lines and draw more attention. Mirabella CC Crème is a full-coverage formula with SPF 20 broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection ($42). 3. EASY-DOES-IT EYE MAKEUP: Light matte shades or a light shimmer will brighten the eye. For a little more drama, add a medium tone to the lid line. Colors on the eyelid that are too dark will make your eye look more “sunken in;” light colors have the opposite effect.

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6. BRIGHTEN CHEEKS: Blush placed high on the apples of your cheeks gives your face an instant lift. Add a touch of bronzer to your cheeks for warmth. A light application of color with less contrast is more youthful; cheek color 10% off should resemble a natural flush. Mirabella Mirabella Cheeky Blush blends Cosmetics easily for a natural glow ($30). in August 7. LUSCIOUS LIPS: Adding shimmer or gloss to your lip color will not only help keep your lips moisturized, it will create more youthful-looking lips. Mirabella Colour Vinyl 10-Hour 4. MASCARA: This is the final Lipstick provides full-coverage color with touch in accenting your eye. It’s OK to skip the shine of a gloss ($26). G.M. Collin offers the lower lashes, especially if you’re using a a lip-plumping gloss in clear or rose ($34), heavier moisturizer under your eye. While and is great alone or combined with your this is great for your skin, it’s not so great for favorite lipstick. Softer your mascara; the result can be the dreaded shades are typically more “raccoon eye.” flattering as lips become 5. EYE-FRAMING BROWS: For thinner. If you prefer a brows that have become too thin, use a more dramatic lip color, light-colored pencil or brow powder combat bleeding lipstick for soft, natural-looking brows. If you with Mirabella Perfecting still have some brows to emphaLip Definer ($20). size, try our “grey free” color with Call the Island Salon & Spa to schedule the ease of a mascara wand ($12). a personal makeup consultation. HealthyThis color stays on all day and looking skin and color in just the right washes off with regular skin cleanser. places will make you look and feel radiant!

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Technical Support Services Invites You to…

Unveiling the Mysteries Meet the TSS Team and Learn About Technology Available at Shell Point Friday, August 14, 2:15 p.m. • The Village Church Learn all about the Technical Support Services team and services, including descriptions and pricing for the latest high-speed TV, phone, and internet capabilities. Hear from Shell Point technical staff how the emergency call, business phone, and residential internet work. See live demonstrations and side-by-side comparisons of streaming data and digital video recording (DVR) devices, such as Roku and

TiVo, as well as other Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Then browse the hands-on displays and meet with TSS staff. You’ll be able to place orders, schedule an onsite visit from a technician, and find out about upcoming technology classes offered through The Academy of Lifelong Learning. All residents are invited to join them on Friday, August 14, at 2:15 p.m., at The Village Church.

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1. Verify that there actually is a virus present. Sometimes we rush to assume, but it could just be a small fault of our own actions, or perhaps the product is just old and runs slow. 2. Check for signs of a virus. If you’re getting pop-up messages, or your usually quick machine is now just inching along, or perhaps it’s sending you to odd websites that you didn’t enter … these are all signs that you may have a virus. 3. Use your current antivirus software to scan for the virus; do this twice. The second scan is usually the charm, as the virus

may become dormant after the first scan. If you are convinced that your machine is infected, be sure to select the scan option that is the slowest and most thorough. 4. Check online for fixes. Sometimes you can verify the cause of the virus by using key words from the errant pop-up messages or searching for similar symptoms that you are experiencing. 5. Assume that your current antivirus program isn’t doing its job. If it couldn’t protect you from this latest attack, and it isn’t able to remove the new troublesome virus, it’s time to install a new program. 6. If your machine still doesn’t seem to be operational, call a service technician. Shell Point Technical Support Services staff are happy to assist with the removal of viruses to get you and your machine operational and online once again. If you think you may have fallen prey to a PC virus and need help, call the Shell Point Call Center at (239) 454-2190 to set up a work order; one of our technicians will get in touch with you.

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Many people equate the Florida Keys with the culturally and historically unique Key West. But the Academy on the Go group from Shell Point set out on June 4–5 to see a different side of the Keys – a more natural side that most had not seen before. To get to the Keys, the group drove the scenic route, known as Tamiami Trail or US-41, through the Florida Everglades Florida Everglades alligator and Big Cypress National Preserve. Along the way, the bus stopped for resiand innocent. dents to experience the Ochopee Post Then it was time to Office, the smallest post office in America. head further south to the At one time it was a shed used to store irri- Florida Keys Wild Bird gation equipment. Rehabilitation Center A vounteer Travelling along US-41 a little farther, in Tavernier. Residents with a hawk the bus came to the National Park Service enjoyed learning about the Oasis Visitor Center where the group took good work being done to a lunch break and learned more about this save birds that can no longer survive in the sub-tropical ecosystem. Taking a walk on wild, largely due to injuries caused by man. the boardwalk here is sure to reveal some The staff of committed volunteers cares for of the biggest alligators on the planet! It is many species, including pelicans, owls, pareasy to forget that these are wild and danger- rots, and hawks. ous critters as they laze around looking docile After a wonderful dinner, a good night’s

Several residents opted for the aquatic experience of a lifetime at Theater of the Sea. Swimming with dolphins are Dee Horne (Harbor Court) hanging on the fin; Sandy Fahey (Rosemont) with the kickboard; and Ruth McGuire (Harbor Court) hugging the dolphin. Joan Walton (Rosemont) and Nancy Rohde (Turban) also bonded with the dolphins. 34

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sleep, and a hearty breakfast on Marathon Key, the bus whisked the group to the Theater of the Sea on Islamorada, where they spent most of the day on a complete line-up of tours, shows, and interactions with various marine life. There were stingrays, dolphins, seals, parrots, and more. Theater of the Sea’s mission is to provide a wonderful home for these animals and share them with visitors in ways that inspire awareness and sensitivity toward the animals as well as the environment and conservation issues. Five of the most adventurous Shell Point residents opted to check one more thing off their bucket list – to swim with dolphins! These ladies are still beaming from the thrill they experienced being so “up close and personal” with these magnificent water mammals. “The experience exceeded my every expectation. It was unbelievable,” said Ruth McGuire (Harbor Court). continued next page

Suzanne Evans from Trendy Tours, who coordinated the trip, had scheduled one more surprise stop at “Robert is Here.” What is that? A fabulous fruit stand in Homestead that has been offering fresh and funky fruit selections for more than 50 years. “Here,” the residents tasted fruit varieties (some in milkshake form) that they had never seen before, like Jackfruit, Brewster lychees, and Keitt mangoes. They brought plenty home. Robert holds a Jackfruit Homeward bound by way of Alligator Alley (I-75), everyone was smiling and full of cheer. As they exited the bus at The Village Church, some were wondering, “Where will Academy on the Go take us next?” Give It A Try!

The overnight Academy on the Go trips are among the most anticipated each year by Shell Point residents. There is something about just one night away to a new and interesting place that perks up curiosity and a sense of adventure. Usually by the end of these overnighters, it’s common to hear, “Sign me up for the next one, no matter where it goes.” So, if you haven’t participated in one of these trips yet, give the next one a try!

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August-October Schedule MONDAYS 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Matanzas on the Bay (Fort Myers Beach)

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAYS 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Woody’s Waterfront Restaurant (Pine Island) SECOND TUESDAYS 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Nature/Sightseeing Cruise

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Picnic at Bowditch Point Park (Fort Myers Beach) Enjoy a picnic and explore this nature preserve/ recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails, picnic tables, swimming, showers, and restrooms. A turkey sandwich with chips, cookie, and water will be provided for $10 per person. Bring your beach towel; please no bulky gear. WEDNESDAYS No trips. Open for private charters. FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS 11 a.m. - 2 p.m Rum Runners (Cape Harbor)

Pictured above, the group of residents who traveled with the Academy on the Go trip to the Florida Keys in early June stopped in Ochopee, Florida, to visit the smallest post office in the United States … and took this photo with a Shell Point Life cover (front and center).

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Taking a trip? If so, take along your favorite or the latest copy of Shell Point Life magazine to re-read on the way or share with a friend when you arrive. Then take a photo with you showing the cover in an exotic or recognizable location – near or far. Think Eiffel Tower or even Disney castle. Send your photo (and a few pertinent details to share) to marykaygrimaldi@shellpoint.org so we can share it with others. We’ll have residents asking, “Where in the world!?”

SECOND AND FOURTH THURSDAYS 10:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fathoms and through the locks (Cape Harbor) FIRST FRIDAYS 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Doc Ford’s Waterfront (San Carlos Island) THIRD FRIDAYS 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. St. Charles Yacht Club (Iona Shores) Resort attire and credit card required.

For reservations, please call 454-2136, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Shell Point Life | August 2015

The Legacy Foundation presents

Money Week 2015 August 3-7 • 9am to 3pm

The Legacy Foundation is offering free 30-minute consultations – no cost or obligation – with Fort Myers’ leading tax, legal, investment, and insurance professionals.

• Aug. 3 — Investment Review Day • Aug. 4 — Estate Planning Day • Aug. 5 — Income Tax Planning Day • Aug. 6 — Life Insurance, Annuity, LTC Policies Day • Aug. 7 — Tenant’s Insurance, Auto Insurance, Umbrella Policies Day Take advantage of these one-on-one private sessions. Availability is limited, so make an appointment today by calling Beth Crenshaw at 466-8484.

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personal identifiers. The impact of identity theft and fraud gives all of us good reason to be concerned about sharing this number. In an effort to prevent unauthorized people from accessing your confidential information, you may want to block your Social Security number. The popularity of this service is on the rise due to identity theft and other risks, and it takes just a few steps: 1. Log on to the Social Security Administration’s website at ssa.gov/onlineservices/. Click on “Block electronic access to your information.” 2. Click the link for more information. Confirm you really want to block electronic access, and click continue. 3. Enter your Social Security number and date of birth. Confirm that the infor36

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mation is correct, then click continue. 4. Click “Yes, Block Electronic Access.” If you change your mind, click “No, Do Not Block Electronic Access.” If you block access to your record then change your mind in the future, you can contact the Social Security Administration and ask them to unblock it. Once you block your record, no one can see it online. Note, however, that the Social Security

Administration is not the only agency that uses your Social Security number, so to block the number completely you must contact all of these agencies that have your number and request they also block it. As an additional way to prevent identity theft, you may consider hiring a monitoring or identity theft service, which consistently watches your credit report and personal information to ensure no fraudulent person or entity gains access. If you have any questions about blocking your Social Security number, we’d be more than happy to help you. Just call us at 4615999 or stop by our office on The Island.

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In celebrating the tenth year scaped area has doubled as well. But of Shell Point Life magazine, what I find most interesting is the I am simultaneously celebrating result of the mid-rise garden seed, my own decade of service to our planted almost 10 years ago. community. Like children holdThe garden has developed ing hands, Shell Point Life and I into a shaded retreat with flowers skipped together down the paths and respite seating. The trees were of Shell Point, trying to improve planned and spaced for their canand become better at what we do. opies to touch at mature growth. While browsing the inaugural The waterfalls offer a cool, refreshAugust 2006 issue, I realized that ing break from the heat of the just like the magazine, all the work summers. Gardenia plants exude performed by the Landscape team The Mid-Rise Garden on The Island has grown in as planned since pulses of fragrance to massage the is on full display for everyone to it was planted 10 years ago, and now a lush canopy of trees and olfactory senses. see and critique. Once a Shell Point flowering shrubs creates a shady, tropical oasis with walkways A law of gardening states: (see below). Life issue is published, you cannot When you plant a tree, you are fix spelling or grammatical errors. of mid-rise strolling garden construction on actually planting it for someone else. I Similarly, once a tree is established in The Island. Unused space was transformed. invite you to enter a garden that seems the landscape, it too is difficult to change. above the law of gardening, a place where This Is Now The shared lesson that we learned was to get time slows to a crawl, a space to pause, it right the first time. One of the things we Fast forward 10 years, and Shell Point Life reflect, and read the latest issue of Shell did get right was a Shell Point collaboration magazine has doubled its page count; the land- Point Life from cover to cover.

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deliberate choice – its presence embodies Shell Point’s Christian roots and ties to the Christian and Missionary Alliance, as do many other faith-based buildings throughout the community. The Village Church on The Island, Steinbach Chapel in The Larsen Pavilion, and Arbor Chapel in The Woodlands offer quiet sanctuaries for prayer and reflection. The new Estuary Chapel architecture

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The Estuary Chapel’s cross is lit as a beacon during the evenings.

complements The Estuary’s established Old-Florida design style. Rustic, roughhewn lumber forms the A-frame of the chapel and cross. Galvanized steel sheeting covers the structure to protect from sun and rain, with a lightning rod for added protection during storms.

DVD Night Get Wrapped Up In…

The Trial

A lawyer who is ready to die takes one final case – the trial of his life! Come watch this gripping courtroom thriller, starring Matthew Modine as “Mac” McClain, as he represents a man facing the death penalty. Nothing has prepared Mac for the startling twists and turns of the ensuing trial. The Village Church Library is sponsoring a showing of this thought-provoking 2010 film. You’re invited to join them on Monday, August 17, at 7:15 p.m., at the Social Center on The Island.

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I love the Lord’s Prayer. Perhaps you do too. Many of us grew up reciting it in church. It has become part of the fabric of our religious lives. One of the most recognizable sacred songs is The Lord’s Prayer by Albert Hay Malotte. But while I love the Lord’s Prayer, my feelings are mixed. My reaction is not universally positive. There is part of the Lord’s Prayer that challenges me, forcing me into a mode of self-examination. And when I get into a mode of self-examination, I don’t usually like what I find. The troublesome part is Matthew 6:12: “…and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” Here, we are asking God to forgive us for our sins (debts, trespasses, or whatever version your church used). Our sins are considerable; we don’t measure up to the holiness of God. His standards reveal to us that on our best day, we fall short. But that’s not the issue I have trouble with. Jesus came to pay the penalty for our sins. As we trust in Him, we can ask Him to forgive us. And He promises to do so. It’s the next phrase that I have trouble with: “... as we also have forgiven our debtors.” So, I’m asking Jesus to forgive me, but only to the extent that I have forgiven others who have offended me.

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That’s harder – much harder. I’m not sure I’m ready to do that. I like to hold on to the offenses of other people. It’s kind of like having money in the bank. I like to have something against someone that I can use if I need it. Something to bring up in case I’m challenged. When we say the Lord’s Prayer, we can get past that part pretty easily. We can quickly move on to: “…and do not lead us into temptation...” But as usual, Jesus doesn’t let us off the hook so easily.

“…and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” MATTHEW 6:12 After what we know of as the Lord’s Prayer concludes, Jesus immediately says the following in Matthew 6:14–15 (ESV): “For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” So this is serious. If I hang on to the sins of others, God won’t forgive me. So I better take care of business and make sure I do forgive others – friends, acquaintances, family, even enemies! That’s where the selfexamination really takes me apart.

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I’m writing this within a week of the terrible church shooting in Charleston, South Carolina. What an awful tragedy. A hate-filled youth, pretending to be one of the flock, sucks the life out of a community with unspeakable violence. If you were family to one of the victims, would you be able to forgive? Remarkably, at the suspect’s bail hearing, family member after family member rose to speak words of forgiveness to the young man. This is a community of forgiveness. One of the things I love most about working at Shell Point is how everyone has a story, and I love to hear them! It adds to the richness of our community that is unparalleled in my experience. But as a pastor, I hear stories and discover that occasionally they are accompanied by pain – something from the past, some tragic event, some broken family relationship. Forgiveness is needed – forgiveness of others, and even forgiveness of oneself. If we, as pastors, can help facilitate that forgiveness, then we are fulfilling our calling. At The Village Church, we are seeking to create a community of forgiveness – a safe place where people can be released from guilt and anger over the past. Lord willing, we can experience the joy that comes from a forgiven soul and a clean conscience.

A New Season of Singing It’s time to sing! All singers are invited to unite your hearts and voices and join in song as we begin a new season of singing. There are two distinct singing opportunities in our community for everyone to consider: the Shell Point Singers and The Village Church Choir. Both are directed by Randy Woods, Minister of Worship & Music at The Village Church. The Village Church Choir will resume weekly rehearsals on Wednesday, August

26, at 5:45 p.m. This choir sings the best of traditional and contemporary sacred music that it regularly shares in the worship services and holiday concerts. The Shell Point Singers is our community choir, which provides an opportunity to sing a variety of music styles. The Singers will resume weekly rehearsals on Monday, August 24, at 3:15 p.m. All residents interested in singing are welcome. Register by attending the first rehearsal in the Choir Room (located behind the stage) at The

Village Church; there is a $10 registration fee to cover the cost of music. “It’s always good to welcome new singers to join in the song,” said Randy. “Do not hesitate; join us as we begin a new season of singing!” Shell Point Life | August 2015

Announcing:

The 2015-2016 Shell Point Concert Series B

The 2015-16 Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series lineup includes musicians with artistic excellence and international acclaim. You will enjoy superb entertainment, virtuoso performers, and a sense of surprise. Join us for an iconic performing arts and concert series, where dance and music of the Fine And Performing Arts is defined. The series will begin on Friday, November 6, with a performance by the extraordinary National Dance Company of Siberia. They are known throughout the world for their stunning costumes, artistic choreography, precision dancing, and strong acrobatic strength. On Monday, January 25, we will host the famous Duke Ellington Orchestra. For the last 88 years, the orchestra has continued a family tradition, playing the music of the late Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington, known as one of the most prolific American composers of the 20th century and still today as one of the most influential figures in jazz. Don’t miss the performance on Tuesday, February 9, entitled “A Night at the Oscars.” The Hollywood Concert Orchestra plays all the songs that made the movies great, and this musical journey includes scores of the late ’30s to modern-day favorites, such as Lion King and Mission Impossible. Make plans to attend Chicago Brass Quintet on Monday, March 7, and on Tuesday, April 5, “Something Wonderful: The Music of Rodgers and Hammerstein” rounds out the FAPA series with Broadway Pops

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performers Sarah Pfisterer and Sean MacLaughlin singing favorites from South Pacific, The Sound of Music, State Fair, The King and I, Carousel, and Oklahoma. This year’s Concerts and Conversations Series begins its season on Monday, November 16, with the Gulfshore Trio, featuring a few of our favorite local artists, including Reiko on the violin, cellist Susannah Kelly, and pianist Richard Dawson. Back by popular demand is the young and talented saxophone artist Ashu, performing on Saturday, January 16. Join us for the Irrera Brothers Duo of piano and violin on Monday, February 22. Then, rounding out the series on Monday, March 14, we will host the DaPonte String Quartet. We will once again host the Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, with the alwayspopular Holiday Pops concert held in The Village Church on

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Monday, December 21, followed by their small stage Symphony Series of two concerts. The first is on Thursday, January 14, entitled “Discovery Concert: Beethoven’s Eroica,” and the second is on Thursday, February 4, entitled “Symphonic Folklore: Mendelssohn, DeFalla, Copland.”

We will welcome back to our stage the Barbary Coast Dixieland Band on Tuesday, March 1, and we know you will enjoy this show. Tickets will go on sale later this month, so look for the 20152016 concert brochure coming to your internal mailbox soon.

May the music play on…