August 2013 • Issue 540
A LOOK —
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FISCAL YEAR-END STATISTICS
Daryl L. Martin, Executive Director
May 31 marked the end of another fiscal year. On the following pages you will find graphs that visually depict fiscal developments at Swiss Village over the past 45 years. Census was down during the fiscal year. Zurich and Lucerne Haus were partially vacated for most of the year to accommodate major renovation work within both units. That project was completed in April and 20 of the 24 units have been reoccupied with
additional units committed. A similar renovation is occurring inside Basel Haus with completion anticipated in early fall. Work continues on creating serving kitchens in each of the healthcare units. As a part of person-centered dining, Swiss Village is transforming the way that food is served in all healthcare units. This will create wider choices on foods selected, portion size and allow for optimal serving temperatures.
This project is targeted for completion in August. It has been nearly 20 years since Swiss Village started development plans for the North Campus. Several of the initial duplexes were constructed with a onecar garage. To accommodate current demand for two-car garages, renovation of several of the units are in the planning stage with work commencing later this summer. In addition to larger Cont. on pg. 2
SWISS VILLAGE EXECUTIVE TEAM AND BOARD MEMBERS Executive Team: Daryl L. Martin Executive Director Linda Arnold Director of Healthcare Services
Board of Directors: Kent Liechty, President Tom Muselman, Vice-President Linda Eicher, Secretary
Derick Bailey Director of Resident Services
Ted Lautzenheiser, Treasurer
Joe Burkhead Director of Information Services
Andrew Briggs
Margie Dougherty Director of Human Resources
Paul Zuercher, Immediate Past President Mark Settlemyre
Michelle McIntosh Director of Marketing
Sharon Sprunger Wulliman
Roger Young Controller
Greg Meyer Nancy Subler
Providing Compassion. Promoting Wellness. Achieving Excellence.
Inside this issue: New Residents
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Act of Aging Week
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Residential Activities
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Assisted Living & Healthcare Activities
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Wellness Pavilion
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South Campus Wellness
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Kinder Haus
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Staff News
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Swiss Village Mission Statement: Swiss Village Retirement Community is a not-for-profit corporation, committed to providing quality and affordable retirement living facilities and services in a Christian environment that enhances life with dignity, meaning and appropriate care for the senior adults from the surrounding community without regard to race, religion, sex, or handicaps that can be accommodated within our delivery system.
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garage space, there will also be additional square footage added to the living quarters. Again we want to thank the residents, donors, and staff for your support during this past fiscal year. Much continues to happen to make Swiss Village a great place to live and work. The Board of Directors, administration and staff are committed to continuing Swiss Village’s tradition of excellence.
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Number of Employees
Balance Sheet Summary 05/31/13 Assets Cash Accounts Receivable Pledges Receivable Investments Property and Equipment Other Assets Total Assets
05/31/12
447,274.78 579,754.39 270,239.49 709,959.72 454,129.88 574,665.31 7,576,486.42 6,118,663.97 21,732,673.17 22,310,959.07 374,875.10 489,817.00 30,855,678.84 30,783,819.46
Liabilities Accounts Payable Accrued Expenses Present Value of future annuity payments Notes Payable EDC Bonds Note Payable Refundable facility fees Deferred income on facility fees Other liabilities Total Liabilities
170,690.47 197,537.63 762,138.27 770,333.49 298,938.79 331,065.37 6,240,000.00 6,420,000.00 30,944.08 35,974.36 1,105,705.53 1,659,638.75 1,348,331.70 2,380,973.41 1,384,879.37 869,549.52 11,341,628.21 12,665,072.53
Net Assets Unrestricted Restricted - Samaritan's Endow ment Restricted - Community Wellness Center Total Net Assets
13,429,364.64 13,049,889.48 6,084,685.99 5,068,857.45 0.00 0.00 19,514,050.63 18,118,746.93
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
30,855,678.84 30,783,819.46
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Annual Operating Costs (Millions) 12.0 15.0 10.0 5.0 0.0
Annual Employee Costs (Millions) 10.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 2.0 0.0
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Total Assets (Millions) 30.9 40.0 30.0 20.0 10.0 0.0
August 2013
Operating Expense by Categories RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITIES — Jamie Kittle
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RESIDENTS August
Maintenance, 1.6%
Property/Liability Insurance, 1.8%
All Other, 8.5%
Nursing Supplies, 7.9%
Utilities, 4.8%
Compensation & Benefits, 68.8%
Food / Dining Room, 6.6%
The pie charts above and below detail operational expenses, and the contribution of the different revenue sources.
Operating Income by Categories Wellness Center, 1.9%
Child Daycare , 2.6%
Special Services & Misc, 3.7%
IndependentLiving, 3.6%
Health Care Private Pay, 31.4%
Assisted Residential, 7.9%
Residential, 8.5%
CONTRIBUTIONS
Meals, Supplies & Craft Sales, 1.5%
Health Care Medicare, 16.3%
Health Care Medicaid, 22.5%
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Maxine Nussbaum Virginia Mattax Waneta Habegger Robert Liechty Ernest Steiner Winifred Foye Willodyne Luginbill Iola Taylor Margaret Liechty Grant Habegger Marjorie Stucky Aurelia Morales Shirley Augsburger Florine Fluckiger Carolyn Steiner Marilyn Gerig Betty Lehman Vaughn Sprunger Marjorie Brewster Jeannette Yoder Barbara Burkhart Barbara Schmitz Charles Habegger Colleen Lehman Elmira Wulliman Kenneth Sprunger Fern Daniel Anna Lou Amstutz Hugh R. Beitler
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES AUGUST
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Howard & Phyllis Baumgartner (66 Years) Brice & DeLora Fennig (63 Years) Jerry & Bonnie Flueckiger (53 Years) Don & Berneta Yager (60Years) Ernest & Dorothy Steiner (60 Years)
Paul Von Gunten, Mabel Lehman. 45 Years...45 Dollars: Lyle & Phyllis Augsburger, Peter Minnich, Betty Lehman. **All memorials and/or gifts given in honor of an individual(s) will go towards the Samaritan’s Endowment Fund unless otherwise designated.
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August 2013
WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS HEALTHCARE
RESIDENTIAL
Lloyd Lichtenberger is a new resident to Swiss Village since June 28. He has been a Berne resident and is a member of the Berne Evangelical Church. Harriet Habegger is a new resident to Swiss Village since July 12. She has been a Berne resident and is a member of the First Missionary Church. Jean Smith is a new resident since July 13. She has been a Geneva resident and is a member of the First United Methodist Church.
Berne, Indiana
Jim & Marilyn Yoder
IN MEMORY
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Swiss Village experienced the loss of a resident who called Swiss Village home. Condolences go out to the family and friends of John Zehr who passed away July 23 at the age of 85. John came to Swiss Village in August 2006. A home is not a place. Its within in our hearts. Furnished with memories, friends, and loved ones. Which travel where ever we go.
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Jerry & Joyce Beard
Miriam Sprunger
Jerry and Joyce Beard were welcomed to Swiss Village by residents and staff on June 15, 2013. Joyce enjoys reading Beverly Lewis Books, and spending time with family. Jerry enjoys photography and model railroading. Together they enjoy traveling, and have traveled to all 50 states. "We enjoy our neighbors," said the Beard's. "This is a good place to retire." Swiss Village staff and residents welcomed Jim and Marilyn Yoder on June 26, 2013. Marilyn likes to fish, read, and do jig saw puzzles, while Jim enjoys watching sports, reading, and working outside in the garden. "The people at Swiss Village are so friendly and helpful," said the Yoder's. "It is nice and quiet and very relaxing here." Swiss Village staff and residents welcomed Miriam Sprunger on June 29, 2013. Miriam likes basketball and football. She enjoys excising in the balance class at Swiss Village. "The food is wonderful," said Miriam. "I know this is where I am suppose to be. This place is for me."
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Clyde & Marjorie Wulliman Fort Wayne, Indiana
Clyde and Marjorie Wulliman were welcomed by Swiss Village staff and residents on July 12, 2013. In Marjorie's spare time she enjoys reading and visiting with people. Clyde likes to watch mysteries on television, go to auctions to look at antiques, and play games. "We love our view of the pond," said the Wullimans. "It feels like we are at home, and we look forward to all that Swiss Village has to offer."
August 2013
DISCOVER YOUR COMMUNITY —
Michelle McIntosh
Active Aging Week is back for the 2nd year at the Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion. This year, senior’s 55 and older will be able to “Discover Their Community”through a variety of free events the last full week of September. Activities begin on Sunday, September 22 with an ice cream social and end on Saturday, September 28 with a community health and wellness fair. The busy week of events will offer a variety of senior wellness classes, a hearing seminar, Swiss cooking demonstration, spa day, community tour through Hitzer’s and Smith Brothers Furniture, a free senior lunch, storytelling with Willa Kay Sprunger, fishing derby, Swiss Olympics, and Clock Tower presentation. Seniors will also have the opportunity to participate in a Senior Triathlon by Swimming Across the Rhine, Biking the Plateau, and Climbing the Swiss Alps. For a complete Active Aging Week Schedule visit Swiss Village’s website at www.swissvillage.org or stop by the Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion. All events are open to the public for Seniors 55+.
BASEL HAUS —
Michelle McIntosh
Over the past few years, Swiss Village has had several major construction projects. It started in 2008 with the groundbreaking of the Wellness Pavilion, and then in May of 2009 construction began for Blumengarten, Swiss Village’s Assisted Living Wing. During this construction project Swiss Village also updated the main entrance, lobby area, and administrative office space. Following this major project, the remodeling began in what was once called West Wing, to create Westenfeld, a rehabilitation wing, which opened in September of 2011, equipped with private suites, and a new therapy gym. Most recently Swiss Village remodeled two independent living apartment wings, offering its first ever two bedroom suites, which include a large living room, dining room, and two bedrooms and bathrooms. As well as updating the lighting, flooring, kitchens, and bathrooms in all of the one and two bedroom apartments. So what is next? Swiss Village is currently working on renovating Basel Haus, another independent living apartment wing. This wing will include 4 two bedroom suites, 4 two bedroom apartments and 2 one bedroom apartments. Each of these apartments will have new lighting, flooring, kitchens, and bathrooms. Currently all 4 two bedroom suites have been sold along with a two bedroom apartment and a one bedroom apartment. Only 4 apartments remain for sale in Basel Haus. The remodel project is expected to be complete this fall. If you are interested in one of these newly remodeled apartments be sure to contact Michelle today at 260.589.3173. These available apartments will not last long.
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August 2013
RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITIES —
Jamie Kittle
Each Wednesday we have been enjoying taking groups of 5 residents on a golf cart ride to the clock tower for a picnic and to watch the glockenspiel presentation. The trips have been highly popular and an added bonus has been watching the children play at the splash pad! We celebrated the 4th of July with an Uncle Sam Social where red, white, and blue sundaes were served. Also, Eula and Ken VanEmon also brought their baby pigs for a visit, which brought back lots of residents who grew up "down on the farm." We also enjoyed another summer picnic at Ouabache State Park and "vacationed" at the Outer Banks through a virtual tour. We ended the month with Swiss Days Festivities including entertainment by Frances Bond, the Jay Fox Polka Band, and the Fort Wayne Kinder Und Junge Bavarian Dancers.
THERAPY —
Tara Farlow
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by throbbing, pulling, and creeping in the legs with an overwhelming urge to move them. Symptoms typically occur in the evenings while you're sitting or lying down. RLS is classified as a movement disorder, as individuals are forced to move their legs in order to gain relief from symptoms. Common Symptoms Include: Uncomfortable sensation in your legs, especially when sitting or lying down Irresistible urge to move your legs Symptoms that are worse at night and absent or insignificant in the morning Restless leg syndrome is a serious but treatable condition. The key is managing the symptoms to control the disorder and increase periods of restful sleep. Making some lifestyle changes could help to relieve symptoms. Tip’s for Relief: Avoid tobacco products, alcohol or any other substance that may be causing or worsening the problem. Reduce or eliminate caffeine, especially several hours before bedtime Eat a well-balanced and nutritious diet Exercise regularly, but complete your workout at least 2 hours before bedtime Take a hot bath, elevate and massage your legs every night Also, you may benefit from physical therapy. A physical therapist can help by designing an individualized program of exercises and activities with an emphasis on strength, flexibility and proper stretching techniques. Talk with your doctor about your treatment options for RLS and ask if physical therapy can help.
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August 2013
BLUMENGARTEN ACTIVITIES —
Cole Rupp
The summer has been full of excitement in Blumengarten. We have had fun with some new recipes and enjoyed the craft projects. This month, we even had facials provided to some of our ladies. Pampering is something most of us enjoy! Our residents continue to enjoy the individual time we spend with just them. It is a great way to get to know each other a little bit better.
HEALTHCARE HAPPENINGS — Karen Rowell
ALPENROSE —
In the warm, warm month of July we kept busy with a variety of act iv it ies in Health Care. We celebrated July 4th with a concert by Lisa Rich, followed by yummy red, white, and blue cupcakes. Later in the month we enjoyed another musical afternoon with Paul White who presented us with a wonderfully diverse concert. We continued our outdoor activities throughout the month, and were able to take a “big” busload of residents out to survey some of the countryside, including the covered bridge in Ceylon. We also spent an afternoon reminiscing about and enjoying some fresh strawberry sturm. It is interesting to note how many variations there are to such a simple “recipe.”
This month we have been making patriotic things and talking about our country and our freedoms. We started off the month by cooling off with some popsicles. They were so good. We saved the sticks and cleaned and dried them. Then a few days later the residents helped paint the sticks red, white and blue. We made our own little flags. The residents also made patriotic ice cream cones. The residents really enjoyed themselves. We talked about our country and the freedoms that we have. Residents shared 4th of July celebrations memories. Reminiscing with what types of food they would bring to past celebrations. Many of the residents shared that they enjoyed seeing fireworks. “The bigger the better”, one resident shared.
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Donna Stout
August 2013
MAKE IT & TAKE IT SCRAPBOOK CARD CRAFT —
Michelle McIntosh The Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion will be hosting a make it and take it scrapbook card craft for any senior 55+ on Friday, August 9 at 2:00 p.m. at the Wellness Pavilion. The craft will be taught by Annie’s Crafts of Berne. Please sign up by August 2 at the Wellness Pavilion Front Desk. Members and Non-Members are welcome to attend this free event. For more information contact Sarah Conrad, Wellness Pavilion Director at 260.589.4496 or visit www.swissvillage.org.
Celebrate Retirement Engage Life
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HAMILTON TOWN SHOPPING CENTER TRIP & LUNCH —
Michelle McIntosh
The Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion would like to invite any senior 55+ to join us for a trip the Hamilton Town Shopping Center & Lunch in Noblesville, Indiana. Join us as we enjoy a day out on the town and lunch at McAlister’s Deli on Friday, September 15. The bus will depart at 8:00 a.m. from the Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion. The cost is $28 per person. This does not include the cost of your meal. Limited seating is available, so sign up today. The deadline to sign up is August 26. Members and Non-Members are welcome to attend this event. For more information contact Sarah Conrad, Wellness Pavilion Director at 260.589.4496 or visit www.swissvillage.org.
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August 2013
Saturday Night at The Village Swiss Village presents Saturday Night at the Village. Fun free entertainment will be provided the second Saturday of every month from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. On, August 10 residents and guests will enjoy entertainment by Singing Auctioneer, Dane Bailey. Bailey is a native of Berne, and is a full time singer and recording artist with a rich history of music and ministry. His broad mix of music includes southern gospel, big band standards, country, and even a few Elvis tunes. Dane has a sincere desire to encourage you and to challenge you in your daily walk with the Lord, and to be used however and wherever God leads. Saturday Night at the Village is open to the public and everyone is invited to attend. For more information about Saturday Night at the Village contact Michelle McIntosh, Marketing Director at 260.589.3173 or visit www.swissvillage.org. See you at Saturday Night at the Village, August 10, in Swiss Village’s Auditorium.
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August 2013
SOUTH CAMPUS WELLNESS —
Emily Arnold & Rachel Rosswurm
It has long been a tradition at the South Campus Wellness Center to recognize the achievements of our residents in the areas of strength, balance, and flexibility. Kenneth and Eula VanEmon share success in utilizing our program here on South Campus. Kenneth participates faithfully in the 1:00 pm strength and balance class on Tuesdays and Thursdays. In one year's time, Kenneth's lower body flexibility increased by 136%. He also saw a 112% increase in his upper body strength as well as a 333% improvement in his balance! Kenneth and Eula also enjoy riding the Nustep together after class. “The Nu-Step gives both of us the opportunity to adjust the machine so that we can get the maximum benefit from exercise while being together.” Kenneth said. As a result, Eula also gained improvements in both her lower body strength (114%) and flexibility (115%). Her endurance level has increased by 460%! The Van Emons say, “You should come and give it a try!” Call us at 589-4467 to find out more information.
Kinder Haus —
Heidi Schoeneman
The month just flew by! It is hard to believe our school age kids will soon be boarding the big yellow school buses and heading back to school. The summers seem to get shorter and shorter. The school aged kids have certainly enjoyed their summer here at Kinder Haus. We also have several kids who will be starting Kindergarten. Several of these children started here as infants. We have seen their smiling faces every day for the past 5 years. We all get attached to each and every one of these
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children and a few tears may be seen in our eyes as they head out the door of Kinder Haus for one last time! The infants have painted with dif f er ent t extu r e b al l s, fingerpainted and are really working on their walking. They loved to go for buggy rides right now. The 2 year olds have been learning about the zoo. The children have enjoyed making clothes pin giraffes and marble paint zebras! The 4 & 5 year olds have been talking about baseball and how you play the game. They enjoyed talking about camping and
The 2 year olds enjoyed some summer fun on the playground.
what they need to take along when they go camping. The school age kids enjoyed a trip to the 4-H fair and also enjoyed fishing. A record 72 fish were caught in an hour.
August 2013
CHARITABLE GIVING NEWS — Jennifer Lehman Swiss Village is home to many different people, some of whom are living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Did you know that Alzheimer’s cannot be cured, prevented, or even slowed at this point in time? The Alzheimer’s Association continues to do research to help find ways to slow, prevent, and
hopefully someday cure Alzheimer’s. This year Swiss Village will be putting together a team to participate in the Fort Wayne Walk to End Alzheimer’s. We will be walking for all of our residents, their families, and all of those to come. Thanks to the research that the Alzheimer’s Association does we can give the
IT’S A DIGITAL WORLD — Michelle McIntosh Today we live in a very digital world. It is so easy to visit someone living in another town, state, or even country through Skype. We can instantly send a text message to our friends and family or browse Facebook to look at photos of loved ones, or get the latest news and weather via the internet. Swiss Village has a presence in this digital world. Our website www.swissvillage.org features information about resident living options, including virtual tours, information about the Wellness Pavilion, volunteer opportunities, resident activities and dining menus, along with information about Kinder Haus, and the Village News. Swiss Village also has a Facebook Page for Swiss Village and the Wellness Pavilion which can be found at www.facebook.com/SwissVillage and www.facebook.com/WellnessPavilion. Both of these Facebook pages feature photos, and news release of events and activities going on at Swiss Village and the Wellness Pavilion. So the next time you are on the internet check out what our residents and your family members are doing at Swiss Village on our website and Facebook pages. Don’t forget to hit like on our Facebook pages.
NEW EMPLOYEES Swiss Village welcomes several new staff members this month. Allison Stucky, Liz Luginbill, Jacob Werst, Rachel Baumgartner, and Ariana Myers are new CNAs in Healthcare. Cheyann Wilkins, Austin Gerber, Jaci Gorrell, Michael Terrell, Kaitlyn Brokaw, and Jared Stout are new High School Dietary employees.
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residents who live at Swiss Village the best care possible when they have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. We want to invite you to participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s along with the other events we will be holding to raise awareness and funds to hopefully find a Cont. on pg. 12 cure.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY STAFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 12 13 15 16 19 21 23 25 28 28 29 29 30 31
August Christine Zimmerman & Ruth Stetler Kendra Hamrick Jenifer Hirschy Karen Rowell Nicholas Kohne & Rebecca Zerby Jenny Muhlenkamp Spencer Ginter Sarah Conrad, Hannah Luginbill, & Mia Engle Heather Eichhorn Beverly Zimmerman & Alma Ahmetovic Jamie Kittle Victoria Taylor & Breanna Emberlin Dana Hines Tonya Smith Nancy Steiner Gloria Thornton & Marisa Dyment Thomas Thompson, Isaac Akins, & Charles Habegger Linda Bunch, Theresa Inman, & Brianna Skramstad Rebecca Moore & Frederick Gilbert Carolyn S. Patch Village News compiled by: Tammy Seffernick
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UPCOMING EVENTS Aug. Event 9 Make It & Take It 2 pm Saturday Night at the 10 Village– Dane Bailey 7pm Sep. Hamilton Town Shopping 15 Trip & Lunch 8 am
Be sure to check the Swiss Village Website at www.swissvillage.org for the complete listing of this months Residential and Healthcare Activities.
CHARITABLE…
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The Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Fort Wayne will be held at Headwater Park on September 21st and will start at 11:00am. We would love to have you as part of our team, Save the Memories. If you wish to walk or want to support the Swiss Village team please contact Jennifer Lehman at jenniferl@swissvillage.org or 260-589-4529. We know that not all of you will be able to walk but we would love to have your support through the other activities we will be having on Swiss Village’s campus. Did you know that just by eating lunch you can help to find a cure to end Alzheimer’s? We will be holding 2 more lunches in the Social Corner at Swiss Village. The lunches will be held from 11am-1pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Meals cost $3 and include an entrée, side, dessert, and a drink. On August 14th we will be serving East of Chicago Pizza and on September 11th a Potato Bar. If you wish to
participate in the lunches please call the Swiss Village front desk at 260-589-3173 to RSVP. During the months of August and September we will be working to turn our memory care unit purple. Forget-Me-Not Flowers will be available at the Swiss Village Front Desk, Muselman Wellness Pavilion, and the Alpenrose Nurses’ Station for $1. The flowers allow you to write the name of a loved one affected by Alzheimer’s on it or for you to write a message of hope and support to those who are affected by the disease. The flowers will then be hung around our memory care unit. Thank you for considering these opportunities to help find a cure for Alzheimer’s. If you have any questions please call the Swiss Village front desk at 260-5893173. Thank you to Belmont Beverages for their donation of soda and East of Chicago for their donation of pizza which helped to make all of these events possible.