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Inside this issue:

New Residents 2

Saturday Night at the Village-The Jay Fox Band

3

Holiday Bazaar, Book Fair, & Santa arrives

4

Residential & Healthcare Activities

5

South Campus Wellness & Wellness Pavilion-Active Aging Week

6

Kinder Haus 6

Staff News 7

SWISS VILLAGE EXECUTIVE TEAM AND BOARD MEMBERS

Executive Team:

Daryl L. Martin Executive Director

Linda Arnold Director of Healthcare Services

Derick Bailey Director of Resident Services

Joe Burkhead Director of Information Services

Margie Dougherty Director of Human Resources

Michelle McIntosh Director of Marketing

Roger Young Controller

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.

Swiss Village

November 2012 • Issue 532

“Remember, there’s no such thing as a small act

of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical

end.” –Scott Adams

Summer’s memories are fading and we are now into the part of the fall season where the trees are losing leaves faster than the ticking of the

clock. And before long it will be snow that the wind blows and not the gloriously painted maple leaves. But before welcoming winter there is important business to accomplish. November is here and that means it is time to observe Thanksgiving! And celebrate we should! Swiss Village provides a unique opportunity to nurture community. And within the inter-connectedness that comes with community comes numerous occasions to bestow gifts. Kindness, friendship, generosity of spirit, and even patience with one

Board of Directors:

Kent Liechty, President

Tom Muselman, Vice-President

Linda Eicher, Secretary

Ted Lautzenheiser, Treasurer

Andrew Briggs

Paul Zuercher, Immediate Past President

Mark Settlemyre

Sharon Sprunger Wulliman

Greg Meyer

Nancy Subler

another are life-giving gifts that cost little but provide much. And truth be told, all of us need these expressions of love to carry us across rough terrain. The close proximity of life together does mean that we share the edginess of life’s experiences. And from these shared experiences we get opportunities to give and receive. This Thanksgiving give thanks that God created us to live in community. Loneliness fades as we engage in the lives of those around us. Enhance life by giving the gifts of kindness, friendship, generosity of spirit, and

Daryl speaks at the Annual Resident’s Association Meeting

HAPPY THANKSGIVING — Daryl L. Martin, Executive Director

HAPPY... (Cont. from page 1)

November 2012

even patience with others. As you do, these gifts will surely come back to you. Remember there is no act of kindness that is too small, and the ripple you start will spread to those around you. Happy Thanksgiving!

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NOVEMBER

3 Vaughn & Arlene Sprunger (62 Years)

27 Millard & Mary Schwartz (69 Years)

30 Kenneth & Jeannette Yoder (60 Years)

Anna Liby was welcomed to Swiss Village by residents and staff on October 1st. Anna enjoys reading, and traveling to visit with her children. She likes to cook and bake, especially pies. For many years, Anna worked at the Dutch

Mill baking pies. "I like everything about Swiss Village... the people, the activities, not being alone, the list goes on" said Anna. "I am happy here."

HEALTHCARE RESIDENTIAL

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

Swiss Village experienced the loss of several residents who called Swiss Village home. Condolences go out to the family and friends of Dale Meyer who passed away September 24 at the age of 80. Dale came to Swiss Village in December 2011. Harry Luginbill was at the age of 86 when he passed away on October 2. August 2009 was when he came to Swiss Village. We express our sympathy to the family and friends of Harry. On October 3 Jessie King passed away at the age of 90. Jessie had been at Swiss Village since December 2003. Our condolences are with Jessie’s friends and family. Kathleen Henkel was at the age of 81 when she passed away on October 3. August 2012 was when she came to Swiss Village. We express our sympathy to the family and friends of Kathleen. On October 7 Marguerite Von Gunten passed away at the age of 92. Marguerite had been at Swiss Village since January 2005. Our condolences are with Marguerite’s friends and family. Condolences go out to the family and friends of Lewis King who passed away October 9 at the age of 82. Lewis came to Swiss Village in February 2010. Thelma Flueckiger was at the age of 86 when she passed away on October 10. July 2009 was when she came to Swiss Village. We express our sympathy to the family and friends of Thelma.

IN MEMORY

WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS

Anna Liby

Bluffton, Indiana

Florence Myers is a new resident to Swiss Village since September 28. She has been a Geneva resident and is a member of the Bethel Brethren Church. William Allmandinger is a new resident to Swiss Village since October 4. He has been a Berne resident and is a member of the Cross United Church of Christ. Sandra Liechty is a new resident to Swiss Village since October 4. She has been a Berne resident and is a member o f the West Missionary Church. Darrol Smitley is a new resident to Swiss Village since October 16. He has been a Geneva resident and is a member o f the West Missionary Church. Kathy Pfeifer is a new resident to Swiss Village since October 22. She has been a Portland resident and is a member o f t he Z ion Evangelical Lutheran Church. Phyllis Smitley is a new resident to Swiss Village since October 23. She has been a Geneva resident and is a member o f the West Missionary Church.

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CONTRIBUTIONS

William & Linda McKean. Lorena Wachtel Memorial: Ruth Wachtel. Edna Hawbaker Memorial: Ruth Wachtel. Loren Stauffer Memorials: Upper Steingarten Residents. Marguerite Von Gunten Memorial: Juanita Arnold. Kathleen Henkel Memorial: John & Mary Eicher. Lewis King Memorials: Carolyn Steiner, Langfeld Residents, Millard & Betty Schwartz, Mr. & Mrs. Donald Reef, Margaret Hawkins, Gloria Sprunger, Robert & Beth Martin, Paul Nussbaum, Richard Beitler, Doris Cheeseman. Rufine Neuenschwander Memorials: Anna Marie Neuenschwander, Gloria Sprunger, Shirley Habegger, Evelyn Beitler, Merlin K. & Alice Sprunger, Jerrold & Shirley Neuenschwander, Terry & Margie Dougherty, Naomi Von Gunten. Jane Summersett Memorial: Daryl & Karen Martin. Dale Meyer Memorials: Daryl & Karen Martin, David & Sandra Spade, James & Lynn Babcock, Gerald & Camela Mount, Kyle & Kyann Schwartz, Scott & Patricia Schwartz, Otto & Joan Beer, Ryan & Amanda Schwartz, Galen & Joyce Baumgartner, Patti Isch, Robert & Mary Honegger, Jeanine Herold, Kenneth & Judy Kipfer, Greg Drake– State Farm, Dorothy Jones, Arlin & Roxanne Heyerly. Harry Luginbill Memorials: Evelyn Beitler, Wallace & Joyce Dubach, Donald & Gladys Flowers, George Dynes & Family. Thelma Flueckiger Memorials: Jerome Flueckiger, Russell Flueckiger, Naomi Von Gunten, Virginia Schenck, Tom & Dorothy Weaver, Robert Flueckiger, Jerry & Bonnie Flueckiger, Joyce Flueckiger, Merlin & Nancy Flueckiger, Scott & Judy Preheim, Millard & Betty Schwartz, Keith & Aldine Sprunger, Betty Bixler, Susan Flueckiger, James & Jean Clark.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RESIDENTS

1 Phyllis Habegger

4 Everett Taylor

4 Marjorie Ulman

6 Mary Gray

7 Rose Buhler

8 Clarence Torkelson

10 Walter Hofstetter

10 Willard Sanders

13 Ruth Miller

14 Wilma Smith

16 Paul Nussbaum

17 Betty Habegger

19 William Habegger

19 Anna V. Liechty

20 Jacqueline Mere

20 Millard Moser

21 Grace Crots

25 Helen Beer

25 Viola Dennison

28 Mary Bauman

29 Marilyn Spurgeon

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Swiss Village presents Saturday Night at the V i l l age . Fun f ree entertainment will be provided the second Saturday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. November 10, 2012 residents and guests will enjoy entertainment by the Jay Fox Band. 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, November 10, in Swiss Village’s Auditorium.

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THERAPY — Tara Farlow

meditation. The study showed that the group benefitted from improved motor function, balance, as well as confidence of being more mobile. The study participants showed improved scores for independence and quality of life as well as less fear of falling.

A recent small study in Indianapolis at the Veterans Administration Medical Center indicated that post stroke survivors can benefit from participating in a yoga group twice a week. The group incorporated modified

postures, relaxation, and

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 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A variety of handmade holiday items such as Christmas decorations, ceramics, and fall items will be on display in the Boutique and Social Corner at Swiss Village, located at 1350 West Main Street in Berne. The Bazaar will offer for a nominal fee, a light lunch will be served from 11 am - 1 pm and a light supper from 4:30 - 6 pm will be served. Swiss Village will also host a Holiday Book Fair by Books Are Fun, Friday, November 9 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 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. If you have any questions about the Bazaar or Book Fair, contact Michelle McIntosh at (260) 589-3173.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR & BOOK FAIR

Santa will make an appearance at the Arthur and Gloria M u s e l m a n W e l l n e s s Pavilion, with cookies and

hot chocolate in hand. Santa’s visit is scheduled for Sunday, December 2, 2012 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their children to visit with Santa before he makes his trip back to the North Pole to prepare for Christmas Day. A photographer will be available, and each child will receive a free photo with Santa. Children ages 2-7 will be able to participate in a coloring contest at the Wellness Pavilion when they visit with Santa. First, Second, and Third Place Prizes will be awarded in each age category. All coloring contest entries will be posted through the Wellness Pavilion for the remainder of the Holiday Season. The Arthur and Gloria Muselman Wellness Pavilion is located on Swiss Village’s North Campus at 1201 Emmental Drive in Berne. For more information about Santa’s visit, contact Sarah Conrad, Wellness Pavilion Director at 260.589.4496 or visit www.swissvillage.org.

SANTA AT THE WELLNESS PAVILION

Impaired balance frequently lasts long after a person suffers a stroke. This can be related to a greater degree of disability and higher risk of falls. Participating in a yoga group is a cost effective way to continue to improve balance and function after rehabilitation ends.

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RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITIES — Teri Sank

ALPENROSE — Donna Stout

It is hard to believe Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner. We have learned many new things about pumpkins. Where pumpkins originated from, how big they can get, the many different colors, and much more. There was a painting a n d c a r v i n g demonstration during one of our afternoon activities this month. We made Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake. It was a hit! Today we had a Italian Luncheon with the children from Kinder Haus. October is Italian month. Toward the later part of the month Paul White will be coming to sing for the residents. There is also the Fall Carnival. Busy, Busy, Busy!

HEALTHCARE HAPPENINGS — Karen Rowell

October was a busy month for us in Healthcare. We wrapped up our bus ride season by viewing some really gorgeous fall foliage. Our residents also enjoyed spending extra fun times with children – both during our annual Halloween Walkthrough for children of the staff and community, and with the Kinder Haus kids for a Fall Carnival party. Our residents got a real kick out of seeing the children’s costumes, and passing out candy and treats. Paul White again brought us an afternoon of his very pleasing vocal music that brought smiles and took us down memory lane. And, we ended our month with a “Ghoulish Luncheon” – a fitting activity for Halloween!

On a beautiful fall afternoon, we took the golf cart out for probably the last time this year and saw all the changes associated with this time of year. We also had our annual Baby Day where we saw seven babies 12 months old or younger. The residents enjoyed interacting with these darlings. We went to the Brickhouse in Decatur to enjoy a piece of pumpkin pie and a cup of coffee. We traveled to Menchoffer's Pumpkin Farm and saw pumpkins, gourds and an apple orchard. Residents enjoyed a trip to the Gospel Barn in Bluffton for the last concert of the season. Pumpkin bars were enjoyed by many at “Cooking with Esther”. Shopping trips included, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, CVS, Dollar General, and Muncie Mall

BLUMENGARTEN ACTIVITIES — Cole Rupp

This month we have started decorating and making cards for the boxes Tim and Stephania Taylor will package for Nick's soldier

friends. The residents have made some very nice cards and the Kinder Haus children have come and helped decorate the boxes. We have loved having Curt Claausen come and play hymns for us! What a talent he has and we are thankful he is sharing his talent every other week! The Kinder Haus children have come and we have had a blast carving pumpkins and playing fall bingo! As the air becomes more crisp and the leaves change their colors, we are enjoying the coffee, hot chocolate or warm cider with a treat as we just sit and chat. One of the favorite activities this month was making caramel apples and we hope to do that again soon!

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60 seniors participated in the 2012 triathlon during active aging week. The triathlon required seniors to walk or swim ½ mile in the pool, walk 1 mile on the treadmill, and ride 1 ½ miles on the recumbent exercise bike. Seniors who participated and completed the triathlon throughout the week received a free T-shirt. Many seniors conquered their fears of completing a triathlon and it gave seniors the opportunity to try a different form of exercise.

Kinder Haus — Heidi Schoeneman

SOUTH CAMPUS WELLNESS — Emily Arnold &

Rachel Rosswurm

Possibly, the single most important thing you can do to maintain your abilities and lifestyle is to become and stay physically active! You can begin an exercise program at any age-it is never too late to get started! No matter how well you have taken care of your body, time does take a toll. To counter some of the changes you have noticed a well-rounded exercise program can help. We can help you get started! The South Campus Wellness Center offers a variety of classes 5 days a week! Balance, strength, and flexibility are 3 major components of our program. We also offer cardiovascular training as well. Our program is safely monitored and always offers appropriate training! AND, exercise can be fun too! As Howard Flueckiger left class today, I thanked him for coming. He turned and said, “Thank-you! This (exercise) really does help!” I couldn’t have said it better. The more active you are, the more likely you are to enjoy independence, health, and happiness as you age! Call us at ext.4467 to get started.

Just as the leaves change their color right before our eyes, our children grow and change daily right before our eyes. Several of the infants are now becoming more mobile. It is so exciting to see them start to venture out and explore their surroundings. Each day is a day of discovery and learning for them. Their innocent smiles can sure melt your heart! The children in the other classrooms have been working on fall projects and crafts. Carving pumpkins has also been an exciting activity for many of the children. Several of the rooms have taken the children on nature walks on campus and have collect many “fall items” to make colleges. All of the children are anxiously anticipating our fall carnival with the residents so they can dress up in their costumes.

Active Aging Week

Pictured are 16 participants from the triathlon. Front Left to Right: Beverly Liechty, DeLora Fennig, Darlene Bailey, Mary Martha Scott, Bonnie Breauchy, Rebecca R. Werst, Ardena Lehman Back Left to Right: Sylvia Lawson, Adrian Biberstine, Norman Young, Jerry Bailey, Vince Colombini, Bill VonGunten, John Hoffman, Jim Langham, Betty Stuber

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY STAFF

NEW EMPLOYEES

Within the last couple of years as we opened new areas of resident care in Blumengarten (assisted living) and Westenfeld (short-term rehabilitation), we began offering “person-centered dining” in those units. Person-centered dining means the food is prepared within the unit and served directly from the kitchen to the table. The smell of freshly prepared food entices the appetite and the service is more resident-friendly. It also allows for residents to have more food choices. This new model for providing food service has been so popular with residents that we will be changing to this dining experience for all of the health care units. Edelweiss Place is the first of the health care units to be remodeled and we recently started this kind of dining experience for those residents. We will be remodeling kitchen spaces in Sonnenblum Place and Lavendel Place so that those residents will also be able to experience this service. I wanted to high-light how this affects the employees. For many years we have had a “tray line” in the kitchen where employees serve food onto trays that are then put into insulated carts and taken to the healthcare units. Once we complete remodeling and are offering person-centered dining in each of the healthcare units, the tray line will be removed from the kitchen. Instead of dietary staff serving food onto trays, many of those dietary staff will be assigned to prepare and serve the food in the various units. This provides them many more opportunities to interact with residents. The dietary employees who have been assigned to the units that currently offer this dining service, have indicated a higher level of job satisfaction. They feel very connected to “their” residents. The relationships that have been established between residents and staff in the units has been rewarding for both residents and employees. Person-centered dining is a very positive change in long-term care.

FROM THE DESK OF MARGIE — Margie Dougherty

Village News compiled by: Tammy Seffernick

November

1 Jill M. Elzey

1 Alysa R Fiechter

1 Kristi A. Zurcher

2 Gregory L. Fosnaugh

2 Emily K. Arnold

2 McKenna K Murphy

3 Jessica R. Ault

3 Brandi N. Berkshire

4 Heather M Boone

5 Jack C. Freeman

6 Linda E. Arnold

7 Jessica A. Grandlinard

7 Kristen J. Steiner

8 Conner T Brigner

9 Mary L. Leman

Swiss Village celebrated 35 years of baby day on October 8. Pictured is Swiss Village Resident Sally Schneider with her Great Granddaughter Madalyn McIntosh of 9 months and Grandson Mark McIntosh. 1040 babies have attended baby day since 1977 when it began.

Swiss Village welcomes several new staff members this month. Carrie Burry is a new RN in Healthcare. Justine Miracle, Chanel Garland, and Michelle Miracle are all new CNAs in Healthcare. Sarah Biberstine, Stormi Toland, Chloe Zurcher, and Samantha Sprunger are all new employees in Dietary.

BABY DAY 2012

10 Laura D Cook

13 Jo E. Stauffer

14 Eric J. Emerson

14 Derek P. Schwartz

14 Alisa J. Miller

16 Mark A. McIntosh

16 Emily B. Kaeser

16 Kristin A. Myers

17 Kimela A. Young

17 Mary K. Christner

19 Rosetta K. Ringger

21 Brenda K. Nichols

21 Karen M. Robinson

30 Debra C. Hignite

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Be sure to check the Swiss Village Website at www.swissvillage.org for the complete listing of this

months Residential and Healthcare Activities.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Nov. Event

9 Holiday Bazaar 9 am - 7 pm

9 Book Fair 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

10 Saturday Night at the Village-Jay Fox Band 7 pm

Dec.

2 Santa at the Wellness Pavilion-2 - 4 pm

one, the pleasant assistance in the midst of a major change in daily living, the positive reassurance of the quality community that is provided and the encouraging words and actions that pass from one person to another to ease the burdens that Life may bring. That atmosphere of Christian love shines through daily. It is overwhelming in a positive way that cannot be described in words but felt in the depths of our souls. This Christian atmosphere is not dependent on a certain age or position and cannot be captured in a clever Marketing slogan, a beautiful new building, or the latest app for your phone. It is established through the willingness to serve one another. I am inspired by the people around me at Swiss Village and encourage you to continue to run the good race!

Desk calendars... Email... and the latest and greatest technological gadgets..., It is mind boggling how tools are available to assist in making the most of each day. We strive to accomplish many important and worthwhile tasks, but no matter our planning and tools, sometimes, Life gets in the way. We are drawn to the great a c c omp l i s hm e n t s , t h e disappointments, the joys, and the heartaches in the lives of the people around us. Despite our efforts of managing each day, it can become overwhelming at times. Recently, I have been overwhelmed. Overwhelmed with the love and care that has been exhibited through the interactions that bring these different experiences together. I have heard frequently the appreciation of a family member who has experienced the loss of a loved

CONTEMPLATIONS WITH DERICK — Derick Bailey, Director of Residents Services

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