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The Village NewsJanuary

2020

A publication for the residents living in the friendly community of The Christian Village at Mason.

Thank You to the Line DancersOn Wednesday, December 11, our Healthcare residents were treated to a visit from our own CVM Line Dancers. They really got everyone into the holiday spirit by sharing their wonderful dancing and music. The staff and residents even got to get up and try out some of the moves. We would like to send a big thank you to Kyra and her group and the elf that supplied accessories of bells and colorful scarves for the performance. We know you have worked so hard all year and we look forward to the event again next year!

“All Aboard” Are you suffering from the winter doldrums? Are you ready for some adventure? The all-new revamped “Village Voyagers” is up and running, and boy, do we have plans for you! Come out on January 22 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. in the Chapel for the exciting news.

We don’t want to give it all away, but there could be a trip to the Carolinas and Georgia in the spring, as well as a visit to Amish country in the fall. We also will have some exciting 1 and 2-day trips for you to learn about. Come join us on the 22nd. Refreshments provided.

Lifting Spirits All Winter Long

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Birthdays, Celebrations and Updates

Nursing services provided by Gem City Home Care for our Garden Home Residents

HoursMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 7169 Crescent

Wednesday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. The Doctor’s Clinic in the Main Building

Closed on Wednesday, January 1 (New Year’s Day)

Please turn in your small lists only (5 items or less) to the Front Desk by 4 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. If you need more groceries, you can ride on the bus on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. Meet in the Fireside Lounge.

Need assistance: Nights, Weekends, Holidays call 518-4378.

January Birthdays

The Village Clinic 478-3974

January Anniversaries

Grocery Pick-Ups

If we have missed your birthday or anniversary or have the wrong date, please call the Front Desk at 513-398-1486.

RESIDENT UPDATES

1-01 — Myrna Wilson

1-02 — Laverne Owen, Bev Brady, Gene Pierce

1-05 — Mary Kalberg

1-06 — Ramona Goble

1-07 — Mary McClure

1-09 — Carol Gutherie

1-10 — Bob Dell, Jan Taylor

1-11 — Judy Spraley

1-12 — Marian Conrad, Dave Merkel

1-13 — Martha Brammer, Janice Weller

1-14 — Dale Walker, Shelby Gillum

1-15 — Barb Hobe, Emma Speeg

1-16 — Chuck Abbott

1-17 — Bill Little, Jean Reynolds

1-18 — Sandy Fielman, Ken Koch, Maxine LeForge, Jan Shelton

1-19 — Donna Black

1-20 — Charlene Asbach, Evelyn Hayden

1-23 — Susan Babik, Bob Fielman

1-25 — Janelle Overbey

1-26 — Bill Fotheringham, Alice Lamping

1-27 — Norm Crawford, Jane Vogelsang

1-28 — Hank Coyle

1-29 — Nancy Arulf, Anne Doward

1-30 — Jo Ann Anderson, Di Ellison

1-02 — Gerald and Virginia Siddall

1-08 — Hank and Nina Coyle

1-15 — Bob and Edie Moorehead

1-19 — Howard and MaryAnn Watrous

1-26 — Bob and Carlene Crum

Janet McNamara, 382 Village Drive, (513) 701-1661 (move in date 1/20/2020)

This information is for Christian Village at Mason residents.

This information is for Christian Village at Mason residents.

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Chaplain’s Corner BY CHAPLAIN TOM MOLL

Happy New Year!Be sure to continue your spiritual growth in 2020 by being involved in worship and Bible study!

Chapel Worship Services“Standing on the Promises” will be the theme of the sermon series for the first month of 2020. We will open the Bible and study some of the many promises God has made to us. I hope you will join us on Sundays, beginning January 5, at 9 a.m., 10:15 a.m., or 7 p.m. in our beautiful Chapel. Please join us each week for worship and fellowship.

Wednesday Bible StudyWe are studying through the gospel of John on Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Chapel. Come and find out what the disciple who was designated to take care of Jesus’ mother and who wrote the book of Revelation has to say to us. The study will not meet on January 1 but will resume on January 15.

Men’s Discussion GroupMen’s Discussion Group will be on Wednesday, January 8, in the Chaplain’s Lounge at 10 a.m.

Women in Ministry Fellowship The next meeting of the Women in Ministry Fellowship will be on Wednesday, January 8, at 2 p.m. in the Chaplain’s Lounge.

Retired Ministers’ Fellowship Our Retired Ministers’ Fellowship will meet on January 21, at 10 a.m., in the Chaplain’s Lounge. All who have served in ministry are invited to attend.

Encouragement GroupJoin us on January 14 and 28 at 2 p.m. in the Chaplain’s Lounge. This time is spent in encouraging those who have lost loved ones or those who have had a recent setback in health or who just want to fellowship with others.

Sunday Bible School ClassWant to study God’s Word more? Come each Sunday at 9 a.m. to the Craft Room to dig into the Bible and learn more about God’s will and His Word.

Service Schedule for Our Catholic ResidentsMass: Celebrated monthly in the Chapel on the third Thursday at 2:30 p.m.

Sundays: Liturgy of the Word with Holy Communion in the Lounge at 10:45 a.m.

Tuesdays: Praying the Rosary in the Lounge at 11 a.m.

Wednesdays: Bible Study in the Lounge on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Special Events: Announced in advance throughout the year.

In Memorium: Laura Brothers, Robert Heidiman, Charles Moorman, Betty Sensibaugh, Richard Volungis

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Social Services

The group will meet January 2, 2020 from 1-2:30 p.m. This group is for residents and their families that are caring for a loved one. Please note there is a new meeting location for the Caregiver Support Group. We will meet in the Chaplain’s Lounge.

It is important to keep the information on your File of Life up to date. A copy should be kept in the magnetic pouch on your refrigerator as well as one in the Social Service office. Blank copies can be picked up from the receptionist or in the Social Service office.

Hear All Hearing Audiologists are on campus, in the Doctor’s Clinic monthly. They are scheduled the 3rd Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m. They offer routine cleaning of hearing aids, hearing screenings, and beginning this month, they will be able to provide on-site hearing testing.

With the new service they are offering, they have requested that residents schedule an appointment. Appointment times will be scheduled in 15-minute blocks of time, unless you request a full hearing test, which will be a 30-minute visit. The deadline to schedule an appointment is noon, Wednesday, (the day prior to the scheduled visit). To schedule an appointment, please call Mary Brown at 701-3423.

By Heather Carter, LSW, Director of Social Services

Caregiver Support Group

File of Life

Audiologists on Campus

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The WellWhat are residents saying about TRX?

“The TRX equipment provides an opportunity to focus on specific areas of our body or to do a complete body workout. We use the TRX to supplement our exercise routine by focusing on our knees (can be used even for those who have had knee replacements), back, upper arms and shoulders. The TRX straps are appropriate for anyone regardless of their strength by simply moving their body and/or feet. EASY AND FUN!”

– Hank and Nina Coyle

“I was so excited to see the new TRX equipment in the Renewal Fitness Center. I can’t wait to spice up my strength training workout with the TRX. I’m coming for training, Kyra!”

– Mary Ann Watrous

“I found it interesting to learn that the TRX can be used to work all the important muscles – particularly the core muscles. And it’s easy to adjust the resistance simply by the positioning of the feet.”

– Howard Watrous

Winter Fun in the Fitness CenterInterested in playing Ping Pong? We have a fun group that meets on Tuesday mornings at 8 a.m. If that is too early for you but you are interested in playing, please reach out to Kyra. If enough people are interested, we could add an afternoon class.

One of the top ways to keep your brain sharp is exercise, but socialization also helps. The Brain Power class on Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. provides an opportunity to think creatively and learn new things with friends.

Walk and Talk on Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. can be done inside during the chilly months. Our next fitness challenge (March) will include 75 minutes of cardio-type exercise each week, which is half of the recommended 150 minutes per week. There will be more detail about the next fitness challenge in a future newsletter but starting or keeping the exercise habit now is important. Kyra will be speaking about the Walking Habit at MCC on Thursday, January 23 from 1:15-2:15 p.m. They have a wonderful indoor track at MCC!

Sheryl Baumann, our dietitian here at the Village, will be leading the Healthy Habits group on Friday, January 17 at 10:30 a.m. She will be discussing nutrition labels and how to make sense out of them. Please let Kyra know if you’d like to attend that day, even if you aren’t currently part of this group.

By Kyra Schroer, Director of Fitness & Wellness

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Auxiliary NewsAuxiliary UpdateBy Judy Oliger

The next Auxiliary meeting will be Wednesday, January 8 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel. The 2020 Auxiliary officers will be installed, a vote on requested items will take place and the 2020 fundraisers will be announced. Please join us!

Spring Flower SaleBy Don and Trudy Fruechtemeyer

Think Spring! Think Spring! Think Spring!

Even though your Christmas decorations are still up and you’re getting ready to sing “Auld Lang Syne,” it’s time to start thinking about spring. When you think of spring, your mind should automatically think of the annual Christian Village at Mason Spring Flower Sale sponsored by the Auxiliary.

Oxford Greenhouse will again be supplying our flowers. We were very impressed with the quality of plants they provided in 2019. We coordinated with them to assure the plants listed on the pre-order form would be available in the spring. In order to guarantee complete delivery, we need to have your order submitted by February 27, 2020.

So, the pre-order forms are enclosed in your January copy of The Village News. Remember, the deadline for submitting your pre-orders is Thursday, February 27. Don and Trudy Fruechtemeyer are the co-chairpersons for the 2020 Spring Flower Sale and are asking you to contact your friends and families to offer them a chance to purchase their spring flower needs. Extra pre-order forms will be available at the Front Desk.

Remember… THINK SPRING… AND THINK FLOWERS!

Auxiliary Membership Notes By Herb Schneider

For those of you that have paid your dues for 2020, we say thank you! You can pay your dues at the Front Desk. Blank applications are also available at the Front Desk. Remember, dues are $3 for a single membership or $5 for a couple.

Kroger Community RewardsBy Pat Wilson

To change the organization that you wish to support is as simple as updating the Kroger Community Rewards selection on your digital account. Sign in to your digital account. Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input your Kroger Plus card number. Enter Mason Christian Village or account number UY336. Select the appropriate organization from the list and click “Save.”

Resident Organization NewsCouncil Meetings: Share your compliments, comments and concerns at a council meeting in the Lounge.

• Garden Home Council: Thursday, 01/09 at 9 a.m.

• Garden Apartment Council: Monday, 01/20 at 3:30 p.m.

Book Clubs: Nonfiction Book Club Friday, 01/03 at 3 p.m. in the Lounge (First Friday of every month) Discussing “The Last Castle” by Denise Kiernan

Mason Public Library Book Club at CVM Wednesday, 01/22 at 2:45 p.m. in the Lounge (4th Wednesday of every month) Discussing “Good Pilot Peter Woodhouse” by McCall Smith

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Library NewsBy Mary Ann Watrous

New Titles Added to the Library in December:

• Mitch Albom, For One More Day (LP)

• Harlan Coben, Home

• Barbara Delinsky, Looking For Peyton Place

• Tess Gerritsen, Life Support

• David McCullough, The Wright Brothers (Non-F)

• Katherine Paterson, Bread and Roses Too

• Amy Tan, Saving Fish From Drowning

CVM Veterans AssociationBy Bob Moorehead

The CVM Veterans Association will next meet on Thursday, January 16 at 10 a.m. in the Chapel. Our program speaker will be Col. Judy Pearson, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), Foundation Ambassador – Ohio, for The Women in Military Service For America Memorial Foundation. This group is dedicated to honor, educate and empower, and remember women in the military. She will explain the organization’s purpose and projects currently underway to promote their Foundation.

We will also have our annual election of officers for CVM Vets.

Nominees are: Commander-Dave Doty, First Vice CO-Jerry Kohls, 2nd Vice CO-Bob Moorehead, Adjutant-Chuck Abbott, Finance Officer-Chuck Zindel.

All residents and guests are invited, so please mark your schedules to include the Veterans meeting in January.

CVM Christmas FundThe Christmas Fund Committee 2019 wants everyone to know how grateful we all are for the continuing support for this project. This comes from our residents, employees, families and friends of the fund this year. Many, many thanks.

We also know our spokesperson, Frosty, has made it back North after surviving our unusually warm weather days in October and November this year! He adds his THANKS TO ALL for another awesome job on behalf of the CVM Christmas Fund.

Results of the GH Residents Association SurveyThanks to every Garden Home resident who completed the recent survey on the Residents’ Association (RA). The gist of the 108 surveys submitted is that:

• 33% of respondents indicated they attend the RA meetings.

• 59% believe the RA meetings should continue.

• 67% agree that quarterly RA meetings is sufficient.

Comments suggest that informational presentations by Eric Hansen, City Manager of Mason, and Jon Cooper, Superintendent of Mason Public Schools are of particular interest and complement Larry Monroe’s Town Hall meetings on affairs at CVM.

People also enjoy the High School Choir presentations and find the local election forums helpful (we missed them for 2019). However, very few volunteered to help lead the Residents Association. We are looking into ways to continue the quarterly meetings.

Thanks again, and God bless you all, especially in this season of celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus.

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Transportation & VolunteeringNew Transportation RatesCVM offers transportation by car or bus Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. We provide transportation services to and from main building, doctor appointments, airport runs and anything else in between.

Concierge Card: 12 trips for $25 or $40 for unlimited trips.

For errand (non-medical) trips within 5 miles, including rides to and from the Village Center, hair appointments, visits to MCC…you name it! The card never expires.

Appointments by Mile or Hour

For medical appointments or other trips that would not qualify as a concierge trip card the following rates apply:

Without escort: $2/mile (drop-off and pick-up)

With escort: $30/hour (driver to stay with you)

Scheduling TransportationCall (513) 701-3415 to schedule an appointment. The more notice the better! If someone does not answer the phone, please leave a detailed message and our Transportation Coordinator will get back with you as soon as possible.

A Story About Four Friends“Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, Nobody.”

There was an important job to be done and Everybody was asked to do it. Everybody was sure Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody’s job. Everybody thought Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn’t do it. It ended up that Everybody blames Somebody when actually Nobody asked Anybody.

Let’s take the responsibility to do good today so tomorrow can be better.

Looking to Volunteer?Are you interested helping with activities or sharing a hobby? We have several opportunities to help out! It might be assisting with taking our Health Center residents to concerts, room visits, or sharing a passion that you may have or a skill that can be used to benefit their lives. If you are interested, please check the monthly activity list outside the Craft Room for activities that need extra help or contact Tracy Wolcott, Director of CLS at (513) 701-3414.

Name TagsPlease remember to wear your CVM name tag while in the main building and on outings. It helps to facilitate familiarity and friendships!

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Resident Organization News and ActivitiesActivity Sign-ups and Village News DistributionJust a reminder, beginning in January, the sign-ups will be the first Monday of each month unless it falls on a holiday and then it would be on Tuesday. You can also plan to receive the Village News on the last Friday prior to sign up day.

Ambassador ChoirThank you to Director, Dave Lautzenheiser, Pianist, Amy Newlon and all the choir members for the beautiful Christmas Concert. The Chapel was full and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music. The concert was a great start to the Christmas season!

The Ambassador choir will resume practice on Monday, January 13 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel.

If you would like the group picture taken at the concert, please stop by Tracy Wolcott’s office in the Library or contact her at (513) 701-3414.

“The Black Sox Scandal”Guest Speaker: Historian, Greg Hand

Cal Crim was Cincinnati’s super-cop – part Batman, part Sherlock Holmes. He was so popular that, when he was wounded, the citizens of Cincinnati chipped in to pay off his mortgage. Crim collared the murderers of poor Pearl Bryan and the Turkey King of Winchester, Kentucky. It was Crim who unraveled the plot behind the 1919 Black Sox scandal, among the most notorious events in sports history. One hundred years ago, the Cincinnati Reds’ victory in the 1919 World Series was tarnished when it was revealed that several opponent White Sox collaborated with gamblers to throw the series. Or did they? Cal Crim was called in to investigate.

Tuesday, January 14, 1:30 p.m. (C)

ENTERTAINMENT AT CVM

Musician Dick WatsonDick is a singer with a little something extra. His showmanship and chemistry with the audience makes him a popular choice. Dick plays a variety of music and prefers to tailor his shows on the type of venue played. Be it ’50s & ’60s, Gospel and Country.

Friday, January 17, 2:30 p.m. (C)

Accelerando of CincinnatiThis group of talented high-school musicians aspires to spread quality music around the community. The members play instruments ranging from piano and violin to the saxophone and bassoon.

Monday, January 20, 7 p.m. (C)

Musician, Mike BellBack to the ’50s and ’60s, singing juke box hits.

Tuesday, January 28, 2 p.m. (C)

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Activities & RSVP Events & OutingsJewelry Making with RozinaDate & Time: Friday, January 10, 2:30 p.m. (CR) (R) Cost: $5

How about starting the new year with a little razzle and dazzle!

Even if you have never had experience making jewelry, Rozina is sure to lift your spirits and teach you a few simple ways to make bracelets, earrings or even a necklace. This is sure to make for a fun afternoon.

Adventures in Dining #1: Tokugawa Japanese SteakhouseDate & Time: Wednesday, January 15, 11:15 a.m. (FL) (R) Cost: $5 + Cost of Meal

Located in Milford, OH, you will be seated around a Hibachi grill and watch the chef prepare your meal in front of you. This dining adventure is sure to be entertaining while satisfying your taste buds!

Adventures in Dining #2: Houston InnDate & Time: Tuesday, January 21, 11:15 a.m. (FL) (R) Cost: $3 + Cost of Meal

Back by popular demand! This is always a favorite place to go for all-American cuisine as well as being known for their specialty frogs’ legs.

Village Voyagers Travel Log PresentationDate & Time: Wednesday, January 22, 2 p.m. (C) (R) Cost: Free

Are your ready for some new adventures? You don’t want to miss this presentation on some very fun and exciting trips for 2020. Refreshments will also be provided.

January/February Birthday Luncheon Date & Time: Thursday, January 23, 11:30 a.m. (C) (R) Cost: Free

If you have a birthday in January or February, we want to celebrate you! Your guest and you are invited to lunch in the Chapel. Entertainment provided by pianist, Tom White.

Cincinnati Symphony/Schubert’s the GreatDate & Time: Friday, January 24, 9:30 a.m. (FL) (R) Cost: $36 + Cost of Meal (lunch after performance)

Encounter Schubert’s once-lost masterpiece, a cornerstone of orchestral music. A cello concerto by one of today’s most exciting composer completes the program.

Conductor: Simone Young Cello: Alban Gerhardt

Harmon Museum Tour and lunch at the Golden LambDate & Time: Wednesday, January 29, 9:30 a.m. (FL) (C) Cost: $15 + Cost of Meal

Enjoy a little history in Lebanon, OH. The award-winning Harmon Museum is housed in historic Harmon Hall. Explore the rich history of Warren County thanks to an extensive collection of art and artifacts from prehistoric to 20th century and Shaker to industrial.

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Happy New Year One and All!Well, ready or not, here we go into another New Year. I’m beginning to lose count. I’m not so sure if we celebrate the arrival of the New Year or survival of the Old Year! Call me crazy but “dropping the ball” does not sound like a good way to start off a New Year. The Bengals did it all season and see what it got them.

I found that the most important item for a New Year’s Eve party was noise makers ― to wake you up at midnight. My goal for 2019 was to lose 10 pounds. I have only 14 to go. Sally Forth at the Village will notarize your 2020 New Year’s Resolutions. I’m sure yours are like mine, they go in one year and out the other.

I did get a 2020 calendar and I think the calendar days are numbered. I finally realized that younger people are prisoners of their own phones…that’s why they are called “cell” phones. When I hear their problems, I like to tell them the story about the time I survived without my cell phone or the internet for over 85 years. I’m so old that I can remember when the only bad thing on TV was the reception.

So I wouldn’t forget Joanne’s birthday or our anniversary, I set up with the local florist last year to automatically send her flowers on those dates. All went fine until I came home and said: “What pretty flowers. Where did they come from?”

When asked “What did you do New Year’s Eve?” I squinted and asked, “Why, what did you hear?” I guess we didn’t realize we were making memories during 2019. We just thought we were having fun.

I wish you all a happy and healthy new year. May our troubles in the coming year be as short-lived as our resolutions.

By Dick Biedinger

Brain Games & Puzzles*Mixed-Up Leisure HobbiesUnscramble the letters to reveal words that are hobbies.

1. IDRNEGA ________________________________

2. DRRYEMEOBI ____________________________

3. AMTPS NCLOITECGL ______________________

4. RPYGOTAOPHH ___________________________

5. ERPOYTT ________________________________

6. RTCECOH _______________________________

7. LEOMD UIDNIBLG __________________________

8. LNQIGTIU ________________________________

9. NLBADALH ______________________________

10. ANGEDRNIG _____________________________

11. NIGGOJG ________________________________

12. RDIB THGACIWN __________________________

13. CRAHREY _______________________________

14. RIADTNEGOSKAB_________________________

15. ARXTIMYED _____________________________

16. OKNCIOG _______________________________

17. INTILGTHW ______________________________

18. GPTINNAI _______________________________

*Mixed-Up Leisure Hobbies and Burns Night Solutions: See insert packet for answers.

Burns’ NightMatch the clues to the words associated with Burns’ Night

Burns’ Night is annually celebrated in Scotland on or around January 25. It commemorates the life of the bard (poet) Robert Burns, who was born on January 25, 1759. The day also celebrates Burns’ contribution to Scottish culture. His best known work is Auld Lang Syne.

1. Marcher’s instrument ____

2. Verse ____

3. Turnips ____

4. Moving to music ____

5. Melodies ____

6. Mr. Burn’s first name ____

7. Scottish entree ____

8. Kilt fabric ____

9. Scottish breakfast fare ____

10. Bagpiper’s garment ____

11. Burn’s birthplace ____

12. Orator’s output ____

13. Kilted musician ____

14. First course serving ____

15. Person who receives guests ____

16. Well-known burn’s poem ____

17. Scottish spirit ____

18. Raise a glass to ____

A. Tartan

B. Toast

C. Bagpipes

D. Soup

E. Poem

F. Speech

G. Neeps

H. Piper

I. Dancing

J. Whiskey

K. Songs

L. “Address to a Haggis:

M. Host

N. Robert

O. Oatcakes

P. Haggis

Q. Kilt

R. Scotland