Village News October 2014

October 2014 • Issue 554

GREETINGS!

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Rod Mason, Executive Director

What a privilege it is for me to now begin the next jaunt of my career here in Berne, Indiana in the role of Executive Director for Swiss Village! My wife, Laurie, daughter, Olivia, Great Dane, Ashley and Chinchilla, Zeke and I

Active Aging Week 2014

headed west on August 1, settling into our new residence just in time to have Olivia begin her 10th grade year on the first day at South Adams. We truly feel that this has been a Divinely-inspired and -led journey and are looking forward to the days, weeks and years ahead working with the fine employee family, the most capable Board of Directors and the greater Berne area residents as we put forth our best effort at attending to the needs, desires and expectations of the residents we are serving today and those we

expect to serve in the generations yet ahead.

Daryl Martin, his two predecessors and their Board of Directors have done valiant work in positioning Swiss Village.

She enjoys a stellar reputation that is widely known within the ranks of competition, the industry at large, and of course, the ever-dynamic and allimportant consumer! I commend Daryl and teams for this achievement and stand firmly committed to help that quality standard not waiver! God is good and I believe this Berne ministry is firmly in His grasp.

SWISS VILLAGE EXECUTIVE TEAM AND BOARD MEMBERS Board of Directors:

Executive Team: Rod Mason Executive Director Alma Ahmetovic Director of Healthcare Services

Kent Liechty, President Tom Muselman, Vice-President Linda Eicher, Secretary

Derick Bailey Director of Resident Services

Greg Meyer, Treasurer

Joe Burkhead Director of Information Services

Paul Zuercher, Immediate Past President

Margie Dougherty Director of Human Resources

Mark Settlemyre Sharon Sprunger Wulliman

Michelle McIntosh Director of Marketing

Nancy Subler

Roger Young Controller

Mary Fox Scott Bixler

Inside this issue: New Residents

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Baby Day, Holiday Bazaar, & Book Fair

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Saturday Night at the Village-Unto Him

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Residential & Healthcare 4-5 Activities South Campus Wellness & Wellness Pavilion

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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.

WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS

Stan & Mary Amstutz

Stan and Mary Amstutz were welcomed by Swiss Village Residents and Staff on August 25, 2014. Stan’s hobbies are reading, watching sports, and traveling. Mary’s hobbies are reading, singing, playing piano, doing crossword puzzles, baking, cooking, and traveling. They are so glad to be at Swiss Village so they don't have to keep up a house. They are also glad they can enjoy being here together while they are healthy. They are very happy to be back home in Berne!

Fort Wayne, Indiana

IN MEMORY

SWISS VILLAGE CELBRATES BABY DAY

Swiss Village experienced the loss of several residents who called Swiss Village home.

Condolences go out to the family and friends of Bobby Wurster who passed away August 28 at the age of 81. Bobby came to Swiss Village in August 2014.

Howard Nussbaum was at the age of 86 when he passed away on August 29.

August 2014 was when he came to Swiss Village. We express our sympathy to the family and friends of Howard. On September 7 Mary Jane West passed away at the age of 86. Mary Jane had been at Swiss Village since May 2014. Our condolences are with Mary Jane’s friends and family. Condolences go out to the family and friends of Mildred Lindsey who passed away September 14 at the age of 98. Mildred came to Swiss Village in September 2013. Thaddeus De Wolf was at the age of 95 when he passed away on September 15. January 2013 was when he came to Swiss Village. We express our sympathy to the family and friends of Thaddeus. On September 17 Howard Steiner passed away at the age of 90.

Howard had been at Swiss Village since July 2014. Our condolences are with Howard’s friends and family.

Each year, Swiss Village looks forward to hosting a special event to celebrate children. Swiss Village’s Annual Baby Day will be held on Monday, October 13 in the Swiss Village Auditorium. All babies are invited to visit with residents between 2:00-4:00 p.m. A listing of all of the babies that have ever attended baby day will be available to look at. All babies will receive a special gift made by Swiss Village residents in appreciation of their participation.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Michelle McIntosh or Jamie Kittle at (260) 589-3173. We hope to see you there!

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CONTRIBUTIONS Donavon & LaDonna Gerig, Brooks & Anita Marble.

Mildred Lindsey Memorial: Elizabeth Meyer.

Howard Steiner Memorials: Paul Nussbaum, Millard Schwartz. **All memorials and/or gifts given in honor of an individual(s) will go towards the Samaritan’s Endowment Fund unless otherwise designated.

October 2014

HOLIDAY BAZAAR & BOOK FAIR —

Michelle McIntosh

The staff and residents of Swiss Village Retirement Community have been busy preparing for their annual Holiday Bazaar. The public is invited to attend this event on Friday, November 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A variety of handcrafted items including: baskets, candles, woodcrafts, jewelry, ceramics, holiday décor, greeting cards, doll clothing, baby quilts, wreaths, floral arrangements, and bottle art. Along with items made by Swiss Village Residents, several craft vendors from the local community will also be attending the Holiday Bazaar in the Swiss Village Auditorium. For a nominal fee, a light lunch will be served in the Café Suisse. Swiss Village will also host a Holiday Book Fair by Books Are Fun, Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. Books Are Fun’s product selection includes New York Times bestsellers; children’s storybooks, classics, and educational books; stationery and gift items; and general interest books such as cooking, sports, gardening, reference, and multicultural titles. Books Are Fun partners with more than 400 leading publishers and vendors to bring you the newest, most relevant product assortments available in the industry. Purchases made at the Fair will allow Books Are Fun to donate books to the Kinder Haus Day Care Library. Ample parking will be available in the circle drive at the main entrance. Swiss Village is located at 1350 West Main Street in Berne. If you have any questions about the Bazaar or Book Fair, contact Michelle McIntosh at (260) 589-3173.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RESIDENTS OCTOBER

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Stanley Amstutz Barbara Ellenberger & Mary Lingo Clarence Buckingham & Elmer Graber Karen Emberlin Gyneth Luginbill Roger Roth & Barbara Sprunger Sondra Dynes Howard Steiner Arthur Gerber & Berneta Yager Anna Sprunger Sandra Striker Gladys Sprunger

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES OCTOBER

The Holiday Bazaar and Book Fair will be held on Friday, November 14. A variety of handcrafted items including: baskets, candles, woodcrafts, jewelry, ceramics, holiday décor, greeting cards, doll clothing, baby quilts, wreaths, floral arrangements, and bottle art. Along with items made by Swiss Village Residents, several craft vendors from the local community will also be attending the Bazaar in the Swiss Village Auditorium.

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20 Fredric & Mary Ninde (72 Years) 20 Charles & Marilyn Spurgeon (53 Years) 20 Louis & June Wendel (58 Years) 22 Clarence & Helen Buckingham (70 Years)

October 2014

Saturday Night at The Village Swiss Village presents Saturday Night at the Village. Fun free entertainment is provided the second Saturday of every month from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. October 11, 2014 residents and guests will enjoy entertainment by Unto Him. The music trio Unto Him is dedicated to glorifying God by sharing their love for Him through song. They state, “We are because He is. In all we do, we want to do it Unto Him.” 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, October 11 in Swiss Village’s Auditorium.

THERAPY —

Tara Farlow

By incorporating physical wellness into our day-to-day routine, we have the capability of reversing our physiological age by 9 years… that’s right, 9 years! The way we age is 30% genetic and 70% how we treat our bodies. Treating our bodies well has the capability of lengthening and improving quality of life, reducing the effects of dementia

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and Alzheimer’s, and so much more. If you’re looking to begin or improve your physical wellness, try to find exercise classes/activities that interest you and involve a friend! Be sure to listen to your body, start out slow, and stick with it!

There are the four main components of exercise: strength, cardiovascular endurance, balance,

and flexibility.

The combination of these exercises works to improve balance, prolong independence, increase postural stability, reduce pain and injuries, and delay/prevent diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and other diseases associated with aging. Why wait?

Get up and get moving today!

Jamie Kittle

September was another fun-filled month! We enjoyed shopping at Troyers and filled our bags with goodies from Blue Creek Bakery at the beginning of the month. We also spent a gorgeous afternoon on Fryback Lake courtesy of Floyd Liechty who hosts us for an annual boat ride, followed by refreshments on the patio. The next evening, Kathy Quillen's family hosted a cookout at Ouabache State Park complete with hot dogs over the fire and homemade soups and pies. We also enjoyed John Louis's show, "On The Edge of Illusion" featuring comedy, magic, and a variety show. The last week of September, which is Active Aging Week, was packed full of "Senior Camp Adventure" programs at the Wellness Pavilion where we enjoyed a DNR presentation on Indiana State Parks, a Birds of Prey Presentation, an evening of s'mores, a campfire, and storytelling with Jerry Sprunger, as well as a fishing derby to name a few!

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October 2014

BLUMENGARTEN ACTIVITIES —

Cole Rupp

This months craft with Sharon included making a candy jar that the residents' painted, decorated and then put in their apartments or left out in their cubbies for others to share. So you may want to take a walk down Blumengarten way and see if there are any treats!

Our outside time of walks and sitting in the chairs are slowing down as the weather has cooled down lately. We have really enjoyed sitting in different areas, just watching people, cars, and animals bustling about. We are going to try something new next month during our Thursday morning activities. We thought it would be fun to make some of our favorite crock pot recipes and let everyone sample in the evenings!

EVERYONE! Please do not forget Tuberculosis testing on October 7th with the reading and administration of the Flu shots on the 9th! See you then!

ALPENROSE —

Donna Stout

By the time you will have read this article – The Walk to End Alzheimer’s will have been held. “Save the Memories” – Team Swiss Village turned in $1,800 to the Alzheimer’s Association.

The committee wanted to thank everyone for their donations and support during our fundraising events.

The last event was held on September 6 – Paint to Canvas. Ruth Green donated her time to this event.

We had so much fun. We painted FOR-GET-MENOT flowers. What a POWERFUL little flower for such a devastating disease. Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia rob so many people of life long memories.

(Fact: Someone develops Alzheimer’s disease every 67 seconds – Alzheimer’s Associations Facts and Figures Video.)

HEALTHCARE HAPPENINGS — Karen Rowell Happy Autumn! It seems as though this year is just flying by, and our bus rides and courtyard visits have allowed us to see the beginning signs of fall color coming on. We even got to watch a small, quite tame squirrel munching on corn in the courtyard!

September was a very “social” month for us in healthcare, as we had both a meet-and-greet time with our new Executive Director, Rod Mason, and a good-by party for our faithful long-time transportation staff, Fred and Esther. We also enjoyed our annual (delicious!) Ice Cream Social with our families and friends, and had a really fun time with a “Hawaiian Luncheon” in the auditorium.

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Those participating in Active Aging Week this year were able to enjoy a sack lunch and a 1/2 mile hike through the Loblollies Marsh with a tour guide. They enjoyed their sack lunch outside of the Limberlost Visitor Center and had a tour of the Gene Stratton Porter outside grounds while there. It was a gorgeous day for the all the outside activities.

October 2014

SOUTH CAMPUS WELLNESS — We are getting ready to have a celebration and all residents are invited! Our “decade of wellness” open house will be held in the Auditorium on Wednesday, October 8th from 2-3 PM. Come enjoy a healthy afternoon snack, fellowship with friends and a look back at our 10 years of the South Campus Wellness program. All residents can come and see what

Emily Arnold & Rachel Rosswurm we are about and what we have been doing! We have residents that have been participating this whole time. Residents have participated by coming to a class or riding machines, doing bible studies, walking programs, mind activities and trips. As you can see, a wellness program involves much more than just physical Richard Beitler, Helen Mazelin, & Ruth Sommer are keeping activity. active in the Wellness Room.

Art & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion — The Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion will be providing a free progressive meal for Seniors 55+ on Swiss Village’s main campus Friday, October 17.

The meal will include stops throughout Swiss Village’s

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campus. Enjoy appetizers, a main course, and dessert. The meal will begin at the Arthur & Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion at 11:00 a.m. Non Members and Members of the Wellness Pavilion are welcome to attend.

Please sign up at the Pavilion Front Desk by Monday, October 13. For more information contact Sarah Conrad, Wellness Pavilion Director at 260.589.4496 or visit www.swissvillage.org

Heidi Schoeneman

The infant room has excitedly welcomed some new little ones to their group. It is so much fun to see their personalities start to develop.

You can already start to see who will be the followers in the group and who will be the leaders! They have painted with water colors, played in water, gone on buggy rides and lots of rocking and loving!

What a busy room. The toddlers have had fun playing outside. The weather is beginning to change and we are now having to put coats on before we go out to play.

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Andrea Miller

The 2 year olds have been learning about community helpers. They made a variety of art paintings. A toothbrush painting for a dentist, a traffic light for a police officer, hammer painting for a construction worker, and a road map painting for a truck driver. Oh what fun to paint! The 3’s have been busy learning about construction workers. They used blocks and shaving cream to pretend they were brick layers. Oh my what fun it is to be a brick layer! The 4 & 5’s have had so much fun learning about

Janessa King, a "brick layer", with her work of art.

dinosaurs and how some of them ate meat and other only ate plants.

They have also learned about apples.

October 2014

FROM THE DESK OF MARGIE — Swiss Village participates annually in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease. Fort Wayne held the local walk on Saturday, September 22 at Headwaters Park and we had a small contingent of walkers representing Swiss Village. In addition to the walkers who

Margie Dougherty

raise their own individual dollars through friends and family members sponsoring them, Swiss Village has done a n u m b e r o f f u n dr a i si n g activities for our team donation.

Our team fundraising activities were: Casual for a Cause Fridays,

NEW EMPLOYEES Swiss Village welcomes several new employees this month. Danielle Chilcote-Beeson is a new employee in Dietary. Jesse Hawbaker is a new RN and Janelle Jackson & Michaela Smith are new CNAs are all new employees in healthcare.

KINDER HAUS PICNIC TABLES Thank you to everyone who has helped support the Kinder Haus plastic cap picnic table project!

The children have been able to collect over 800 pounds of plastic caps and are starting on their last 400 pounds. While they are getting close to their goal they are still needing assistance in covering the costs associated with have the picnic tables made. To help cover these costs we are needing to raise $800. If you wish to support this project through donations of caps or cash please contact Heidi Schoeneman or Jennifer Lehman at 260-589-3173. We thank you for your support in this project for the children of Kinder Haus!

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forget-me-not flower sales, a paint to canvas event, and two different t-shirts that staff could purchase.

Swiss Village raised nearly $2,000 for this year’s event.

Thanks to everyone who participated in dollar donations and in walking.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY STAFF OCTOBER

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Courtney Haines Vickie Harvey Cheyenne Evans & Cheyann Wilkins Carley Rediger Andrew Smith Susan Glisson & Jonathon Myers Susan Steury Rhonda Kaczmarek & Alicia Tankersley Nancy Bedwell, Randy Reynolds, & Jennifer Lehman Heather Brite & Rosalind Hoffman Andrew Steffen & Sheila Coon Martha Neuenschwander & Stephanie Trausch Carol Isch Mary Nass, Gena James, & Cheryl Moser Ashla Reidenbach Laura Stucky, Jason King, & Krista Mere Taylor Farlow Kimberly Harrington, Rachel Baumgartner, & Mallory Eicher Jessie Longenberger

Village News compiled by: Tammy Seffernick

October 2014

Swiss Village, Inc.

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Berne, IN 46711 Permit No 71

1350 W. Main St. Berne, IN 46711

CHARITABLE GIVING NEWS — Jennifer Lehman Visit www.swissvillage.org and click on the Facebook Like button on our website.

UPCOMING EVENTS Oct. Event Kinder Haus 10 Chicken BBQ 4-6 pm Saturday Night at the 11 Village-Unto Him 7 pm 13 Baby Day 2-4:00 pm Nov. 14

Bazaar & Book Fair 9 am—5 pm

Be sure to check the Swiss Village Website at www.swissvillage.org for the complete listing of this months Residential and Healthcare Activities.

Your gift to the Kinder Haus Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) helps each child in our program learn in new and exciting ways. In order to receive the full benefit of this program we need your help! We have been awarded $5,301 in tax credits to distribute to donors participating in this program.

All of the money raised will be used to purchase iPads and other technology for the children of Kinder Haus.

The NAP Program works by allowing us to share the tax credits we have been awarded with participating donors. If you were to be a NAP donor, you will receive half the value of your donation back as a tax credit on your Indiana state taxes. You might even be eligible for a deduction on your federal tax return as well. With the Indiana state tax credit and the federal deduction a $2,000 donation might only have an out-of-pocket expense of $380

after all taxes. For your individual figures, please contact your tax preparer. The minimum eligible donation is $100 and all credits are offered on a first-come, first-served basis until our allotment has been given away.

For donors this program will give the added benefit of substantial tax benefits, but most important this will benefit all of the children currently in Kinder Haus and all of those to come. If you are interested in participating in this program or would like more information please contact Jennifer Lehman at 260-589-4529 or JenniferL@SwissVillage.org. A NAP Credit Application must be turned in with your donation. Please contact Jennifer for this application.

Your gift will help to enhance the learning experience for many children. Thank you for supporting the children of Kinder Haus!