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JULY 2024
VICTORIAN VILLAGE
Life at Victorian Village Chaplain’s Corner July: A Time to Grow
Quietly think back over your day or past week. Recall those moments you felt joy. The aroma of a fresh cup of morning coffee. Sighting a cardinal nesting in the spruce tree. Hearing the warm tone of a friend’s greeting: “Good morning. How are you today?” A surprise phone call from a family member. Feeling a cool, gentle breeze. After your review, give thanks to God. After praying for God’s guidance, review your day again, noticing how you felt and acted. What conversation went well? Where did you feel stressed? Where did you fail? Where did you sense God’s presence? Respond to God in prayer. Take rest in God’s grace in Jesus. Ask for forgiveness. Pray for those you encountered and for those who have been on your mind. Ask God to fill you with his Spirit to guide you in your next day. Conclude with the Lord’s Prayer. Reflecting over your life can help you find rest in the wonder of each day and the peace that comes from resting in God. As the Psalmist says: Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. (Psalm 62:5 & 8)
When I was a boy, my family participated in a camp at a Conference Grounds that included large, inspirational worship services. The camp was held in July. Maybe you attended a camp or retreat center in July, too. July is a good month for reflection and a time for growth. The sunny, warm days welcome us to rest and reflect on our life. Then, too, we can take in and marvel at the wonder of life. That wonder is not just in unusual or spectacular events but in everyday moment. Have you ever watched a young child — perhaps your grandchild or great grandchild — and marveled at what they do. You can marvel at simple things, like the three-year- old intently coloring their coloring book with a crayon, or like the rambunctious four-year-old wiggling up next to you as you begin to read from their storybook. You see the wonder of God’s gift of life. July is a good time to sit back and take in the wonder of life that God has made. Getting there takes a certain practice. Try this practice, adapted from the Prayer of Examen described by Ignatius Loyola.
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Life Enrichment Activities for July
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Catholic Mass 10:00 a.m. — 1st Floor Living Room at the Inn
4 th Patriotic Sing-Along
2:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center
5 th Christian Service
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Homer Glen Rolling Library 10:30 a.m. — Dining Room at the Inn Please note the new location to meet with the Librarian.
1:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center Pastor Rick Schauer, from Trinity Lutheran Church will lead a Christian service.
7 th Vesper Service with Rev. Phil Tjoekler 3:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center
2 nd Walgreens Senior Discount Day 9:30 a.m. Bus Departure Sign-up required. 2 nd Shopping Trip: Neat Repeats in Orland 11:00 a.m. Bus Departure Sign-up required.
8 th Inn Happy Hour
3:00 p.m. — Inn Living Room
9 th Jewel Shopping Trip
9:30 a.m. — Bus Departure Sign-up required.
2 nd Victorian Village Book Club:
The Women of Chateau Lafayette 2:00 p.m. — Grand Private Dining Room
9 th Shopping Trip: J.C. Penney’s in Orland 12:00 p.m. Bus Departure Sign-up required.
4 th Patriotic Grand Parade
9:30 a.m. — Meet in the Grand Activity Center
9 th Grand Happy Hour
4 th Family Feud Fun
3:00 p.m. — Grand Fireside Lounge
10:30 a.m. — Inn Living Room
12 th Piano Music with Jerry
4 th Patriotic Bingo
4:00 p.m. — Grand Piano Lounge
11:00 a.m. — Grand Activity Center
14 th Joyful Noise Piano & Handbell Program with Ann Libs 4:00 p.m. — Inn Living Room
4 th Patriotic Bingo/Games 1:30 p.m. — Inn Living Room
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15 th Homer Glen Rolling Library 10:30 a.m. — Dining Room at the Inn
21 st Joyful Noise Piano & Handbell Program with Ann Libs 4:00 p.m. — Living Room at the Inn
16 th Meijer & Aldi Shopping 9:30 a.m. — Bus Departure Sign-up required.
22 nd Inn Happy Hour
3:00 p.m. — Inn Living Room
16 th Lunch Outing: The Olive Garden 11:30 a.m. Bus Departure Sign-up required.
23 rd Wal-Mart shopping
9:30 a.m. — Bus Departure Sign-up required.
17 th Card-making Craft
23 rd Grand Happy Hour
1:30 p.m. — Grand Activity Center
3:00 p.m. — Grand Fireside Lounge
17 th Bingo with the Bethshan Residents 6:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center
24 th Fun & Games with Palos CRC 1:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center
18 th Live and Learn Presentation 10:00 a.m. — Grand Activity Center
25 th Painting Class with Colleen 2:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center
18 th Fred Walker Music program 10:00 a.m. — 3rd floor Inn
28 th Joyful Noise Piano & Handbell Program with Ann Libs 4:00 p.m. — Living Room at the Inn
18 th Fred Walker Music program 11:00 a.m. — 1st floor Inn
29 th Homer Glen Rolling Library 10:30 a.m. — Dining Room at the Inn
18 th Fred Walker Music Program 2:00 p.m. — Grand Fireside Lounge
30 th Lunch Outing: The Cracker Barrel 10:30 a.m. Bus Departure Sign-up required.
19 th Inn Resident Meeting
11:00 a.m. — Inn Living Room
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Catholic Mass Monday, July 1
Patriotic Outdoor Parade Thursday, July 4
10:00 a.m. — 1st floor living room at the Inn Fr. Joe McCormick from St. Bernard’s Catholic Parish will celebrate the Mass. Victorian Village Book Club The Women of Chateau LaFayette by Stephanie Dray Tuesday, July 2 2:00 p.m. — Grand Private Dining Room An epic saga based on the true story of an extraordinary castle in the heart of France and the remarkable women bound by its legacy. Most castles are protected by men. This one by women. Based on the true story of an extraordinary castle in the heart of France and the remarkable women bound by its legacy.
Residents can decorate their walkers and plan to make some music as you parade around our campus grounds. In
the afternoon, we will play Patriotic Bingo with red, white, and blue-themed treat and end will a Patriotic Sing-Along.
Card-making Craft Wednesday, July 17 1:30 p.m. Grand Activity Center
Join volunteers Linda & Ellen for a card-making craft. Everything is provided—just bring yourself.
Bingo with the Bethshan Residents Wednesday, June 17 6:00 p.m. Grand Activity Center.
Intricately woven and powerfully told, The Women of Chateau Lafayette is a sweeping novel about duty and hope, love and courage, and the strength we take from those who came before us.
Bill Schepel will bring residents from the group CILA homes to visit and play bingo with our Victorian Village residents.
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Fun & Games with Palos CRC Wednesday, July 24 1:00 p.m. — Grand Activity Center Please join the group of volunteers from Palos CRC that visit to lead tables games. They always provide fellowship and cookies! Painting Class with Colleen, Thursday, July 25 2:00 p.m. Grand Activity Center No experience necessary! She will provide all the materials and guide you to become an artist in two hours. 😊
News from the Courts: Cocktail/Mocktail Happy Hour (Held the 3 rd Tuesday of each month) Tuesday, July 16th 4:00 p.m. — Courts Community Center 1. Bring your own beverage and container (glass, mug, holder of any nature). 2. A SMALL appetizer to pass 3. When leaving, take it all home. No RSVP needed and no reminder calls will be made.
Courts Potluck Thursday, July 25th 12:00 p.m. Courts Community Center
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Senior Fitness: Summer is Here!
Foods with Water y Cucumbers: Because it is 95% water, one serving of cucumber has only 8 calories. y Tomatoes: Tomatoes are a rich source of water, as one cup of sliced raw tomato contains 170.14 grams of water. y Other foods with water include watercress, apples, celery, lettuce, watermelon, peaches.
As the temperature goes up, so should our intake of water. Staying hydrated is crucial, especial as we age. Hydration rids the body of toxins, improves productivity, prevents joint pains and arthritis, boosts energy, prevents constipation, reduces risk of cancer, and aids in weight loss, healthy skin, fighting infection, heart health, and so much more. Drink up! Hydration Facts: In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is often mistaken for hunger. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, reduces the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and you will be 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly decrease back and joint pain to up to 80% of sufferers.
Live & Learn Why Water? The Importance of Hydration Thursday, July 18th 10:00 a.m. in the Grand Activity Center Hydration is critical to overall good health and 75% of people are chronically dehydrated. Join Stacy for an informative presentation that looks at the importance of hydration for all body systems to function well. Come away with important information that could improve your overall health through the magic of water.
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Sharing Life & Making Memories Hallmark of Caring
Victorian Village celebrated the Hallmark of Caring Honorees with a festive send-off. Before leaving to board the boat downtown for a lunch cruise, these special staff had their pictures taken, enjoyed a continental breakfast, posed under the balloon arch, and walked the red carpet with numerous staff and managers cheering them on. We set off confetti poppers and applauded their extraordinary service to our residents.
Pictured from left to right: Lynn VanKanegan, receptionist; Warren Madkins, Floor Tech; Anna Kuita-Seiuli, Resident Aide; Lisa Butler, Life Enrichment; Devin Amschler-Care Partner; Corin Miller, Community Coordinator; Verrik Goss, Maintenance Assistant; Dan Koche, Maintenance Assistant; Joellen Blackwell-Nursing Scheduler; and Megan Tengerstrom-Vice President of Operations
Pictured from left to right: Corin Miller, Community Coordinator; Joellen Blackwell-Nursing Scheduler; Lynn VanKanegan, receptionist; Lisa Butler, Life Enrichment; Devin Amschler-Care Partner; Verrik Goss, Maintenance Assistant; Dan Koche, Maintenance Assistant; Warren Madkins, Floor Tech; and Anna Kuita-Seiuli, Resident Aide
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Senior Fitness
Pictured left to right: Flo McCauley, Pat Reynders, Karen Schaefer, Stacy Cammack, & Rita Carlson
Grand Residents take a break during the corn hole competition from the numerous physical events planned for them on our annual Senior Fitness Day.
Father's Day Luncheon The tables are set and ready for the men on our campus to arrive for their Father’s Day prime rib luncheon.
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Beyond Bingo Our Victorian Village residents take part in a monthly program and painting class called “Beyond Bingo.” Beyond Bingo's goal is to create and bring to the world Multidimensional Whole Life Wellness Programming that is carefully designed to support seniors in maintaining their independence; inspiring their continued personal growth and exploration, and filling their lives with joy and a renewed sense of purpose. Colleen Koziara, CEO of Beyond Bingo, Inc., is a Senior Wellness Consultant and Programming Specialist who is also a Nationally Certified Dementia Care Practitioner Trainer, a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner, and a Certified Chair Yoga Instructor. As a highly skilled artist, art instructor, and muralist, Colleen facilitates creative art programming for seniors at all care levels from independent through Memory Care and End of Life, as well as Murals To Remember, a Beyond Bingo, Inc., trademarked program that engages the entire community in the creation of reminiscence murals in senior communities and community centers.
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4th of July Fun Facts y When the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, 2.5 million people lived in the U.S. Now ,248 years later, an estimated 334.9 million people live in the U.S.. y August 2, 1776 is when most of signers formally signed the Declaration. y Massachusetts was the first state to declare Independence Day a holiday in 1781. The Fourth of July wasn’t declared a federal holiday until 1938. y The only member of the Continental Congress to formally sign the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776 was John Hancock. y Dating back to 1785, Bristol, Rhode Island is home to the world’s oldest Independence Day celebration. y In 1804, the White House hosted its first Fourth of July celebration. y John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Monroe were all United States Presidents who died on the Fourth of July. y More than 14,000 firework displays are put on across the country on July Fourth with Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Display being the largest in the U.S.. y Americans consume 150 million hot dogs and spend $1 billion on fireworks for the Fourth of July annually.
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