The View Winter 2012 - Friendsview Retirement Community

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Friendsview Retirement Community • Winter 2012
In This Issue:
CCRC Advantages
Rourkes Answer the Relevant Question
Going Out
Coming In
Something New
Looking Ahead
Health and Wellness Opportunities
On Our Way to Friendsview
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Lee Curry
Saundra Curry and granddaugter Alexandra
Harold Antrim, Stan Kern
Dorothy Au, Terry Gravelle
Friendsview
residents have
time to pursue
their dreams
Five Friendsview residents joined others for a recent trip to visit Friends
churches in Peru and Bolivia: (left to right back row) Alice Maurer, Bill
Rourke, Esther Mae Hinshaw, Myrlene Rourke; (front row) Elenita Bales, and
Peruvian Friends Segundario and Josefa . Photo by Shawn McConaughey
CCRC Advantages
Frank Engle Jr., Friendsview’s marketing director,
says, “A move to a continuing care retirement
community (CCRC), such as Friendsview, empowers
retirees to move forward with their life/dreams.”
Such a move also brings:
• security and peace of mind
• maintenance-free living
• access to health services on all levels: residential
(assisted living), nursing care, memory loss
• financial stability
• an entrance fee model that presents an insurancelike, risk-sharing dimension unique to not-forprofits
• the best of managed care
Newlyweds John and Mary Brose, Doogie Dog
• complete services
• carefully tailored services to individual residents,
including a variety of meal plans
• maximized use of residents’ resources
• services to keep residents as independent as
possible for as long as possible
• minimized reliance on government payments,
particularly Medicaid
• freedom for families from making stressful endof-life decisions for their loved ones
• a variety of educational, recreational, cultural
and entertaining activities
• time to travel and pursue other lifelong interests.
Becky Jackson, champion archer
Check the
Friendsview website,
www.friendsview.org,
to read a testimonial
that shows why
more people choose
Friendsview, a
CCRC not-forprofit retirement
community. Call
503-538-3144
for additional
information.
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Rourkes Answer the Relevant Question
Bill and Myrlene Rourke moved to
Friendsview Retirement Community in
2010. The View asked, “Why did you move
now instead of waiting until later?” Here’s
their answer:
care is extremely valuable to us. It has made
it possible to plan for the future without
worrying about a huge increase in costs when
we need advanced care. We know the concern
and interest the board and staff have for the
residents, so we know we’ll be well cared for.
Both of our parents moved to Friendsview
and really enjoyed their own house, yard Although we live independently, we have
and garden, all with the security offered by a access to the many amenities Friendsview
continuing care retirement community. When offers, including the fitness center, Saturday
they decided to stop gardening
night movies, crafts, woodshop,
and cooking, the move to
trips and more. We are free from
Interest in
congregate living was easy. Bill’s
maintenance and yard work.
Friendsview,
a
CCRC,
mom soon needed more care
The close proximity to George
continues to grow.
than Dad could provide, so the
Fox University’s ball games,
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to
special care/memory loss center
concerts, dramas, lectures and
arrange for a tour, to
was perfect. Each of the changes
other events is a huge plus as
find
out
about
current
came with virtually no increase
well.
available inventory
in fees. Myrlene’s parents also
An important consideration
or to add your name
experienced the excellent care
for us is the emphasis on a
to the intent list.
provided in the health center.
Christian community. It is great
You can also follow
We moved to Friendsview because
to live where everyone considers
us on Facebook.
the assurance of continuing
that to be very important.
Bill and Myrlene Rourke
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Going Out
In May 2011 Dennis Russell notified the
board of directors of his intent to step down
as executive director on January 9, 2012.
He will continue his consulting practice as
a vice president with Mennonite Health
Services Alliance (MHSA) in Goshen,
Indiana.
Russell says, “I have been asked often
over the past few months, ‘What will you
remember most when thinking about your
tenure at Friendsview?’ The first thing
when I reflect back is the people. The
residents, board members and staff that
have modeled grace under pressure and
courage in the midst of
loss are what comes to
mind.
“The best way I can
answer…is with two
Scripture verses that
residents, board of directors and staff have
displayed each day: Dennis Russell
“Love one another with
mutual affection; outdo one another showing honor” (Romans 12:10); “Bear one another’s burdens and so you will fulfill the
love of Christ” (Galatians 6:2).”
Coming In
Becky Ankeny, board chairperson, acknowledges, “We as an organization and
board of directors will miss Dennis and
wish him well. We believe that he was
the right leader at the right time, and our
bridge to the future during this transition
is based on God’s faithfulness.”
She announced at the called meeting of
residents on October
12, 2011, that Todd
Engle will become
Friendsview’s new executive director, beginning January 10, 2012.
The board of directors
previously approved
the search committee’s
Todd Engle
recommendation for
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Engle. Residents and staff had opportunity
for input into the selection process.
Engle, no relation to Frank Engle, Jr., marketing director, moves into this position
from eight years as health services administrator at Friendsview, preceded by more
than 20 years of experience in other retirement communities.
“I have been honored to be part of the
process that has brought us to this day
together,” Engle said to the standing-roomonly crowd, including several members of
his family. “I am excited for our future
together and am grateful for all the work
we have done together these last eight
years.”
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Something New
“For a long time we’ve dreamed of having a dentist
available here on site,” explained Todd Engle,
health services administrator.
Residents and special guests attended the September
27, 2011, dedication of Friendsview’s new fully
equipped dental suite. The generosity of Ken and
Joan Austin, co-founders of A-dec, the world’s
largest manufacturer of dental equipment, and
Dr. Dennis Nicola, who maintains a family dental
practice in Newberg, made the Friendsview dental
suite possible.
Billing will come from there as well. Charges remain the same as for services in his office. Known
as Dennis the Dentist, he comes to Friendsview on
alternate Fridays.
Residents Barbara Wood and Betty Lou Sargent
reported after appointments with Dr. Nicola in the
new Friendsview dental suite that they appreciated
the convenience of going to the dentist right here.
They also both agreed, “The best cleaning I’ve ever
had.”
Ken Austin, a longtime Newberg resident,
said, “This means a lot
to me. My Aunt Louise
Austin was an early
Friendsview
resident.
We wanted to do this in
her memory.”
“Oral care is a critical
part of everyone’s overall health,” Engle stated. “The ease in which
residents, particularly
those in health services, can now receive
their dental care will
be a significant help.”
Residents can call Dr.
Nicola’s office (dentist:
503-538-6100; hygienist Lori Killen Aus: 503319-3412) to schedule Group in dental suite (left to right) Todd Engle; Lori Killen Aus, hygienist; Dr. Dennis Nicola, dentist; Scott
an appointment here.” Parrish, president of A-dec; Joan Austin and Ken Austin
Looking Ahead
Strategic planning for Friendsview Retirement
Community falls under the jurisdiction of the
board of directors. Presently the board continues its
several-year venture into planning for the next 1030 years.
Dennis Russell, outgoing executive director, met
with 11 of Friendsview’s 12 neighborhoods as
well as with two gatherings of almost 100 intent
list members regarding the draft strategic plan.
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He reports, “We have received terrific suggestions
and comments we are forwarding to the architect.
We will need the changes to be incorporated and
the final bids before presenting any pricing and
schedule to the board. We should have the final
schematic design, entrance fees and construction
pricing ready for the January board meeting.”
Subsequent issues of The View will include decisions
concerning Friendsview’s future expansion.
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Health and Wellness Opportunities
Friendsview residents show a growing preference
for the emphasis on health and wellness by their
participation in fitness classes and appreciation for
the food choices offered each meal.
Fitness
Donna Pace, Friendsview’s full-time fitness instructor, directs a variety of classes at the Fulton Street
site as well as at Springbrook Meadows. She emphasizes cardiorespiratory fitness, resistance training
for muscular strength, flexibility and balance with
particular attention to arthritis. Beyond that, she
leads Tai Chi classes and water therapy and works
with “…individual residents for personal training
and orientations to the fitness center equipment.”
Pace has more than 10 years of experience as
a fitness instructor. Certified with the Arthritis
Foundation, she teaches both their water and
land exercise programs. Additionally, she holds
certifications as a personal trainer with American
College of Sports Medicine and as a group exercise
instructor with American Council on Exercise.
One of the more than 100 residents who attend fitness
classes, Idella Gaibler, says, “I’m so thankful that
Friendsview offers these classes. I’m experiencing
some wonderful, unexpected benefits—they make
me feel better.”
Karin and Wolfgang Fischer
Sustainable Food Choices
“We are grateful to all of our local farmers,”
explains Francie Gilmer, director of dining services
at Friendsview. “They provide organic, nutritious
food our residents enjoy every day.” A partner with
Bon Appétit Managing Company, Friendsview
is committed to purchasing fresh, seasonal food
grown locally in keeping with socially responsible
practices.
To highlight some of the farmers as well as
Friendsview gardeners, Gilmer
and Victoria Streit, catering
supervisor, organized Meet
the Farmer Day last fall.
The lunchtime displays in
Friendsview’s terrace dining
room featured foods regularly
delivered to Friendsview from
farms near Newberg as well
as an orchard at Hood River,
Oregon. The farmers interacted
with each other, proud of their
products and passionate about
their work. Residents admired
the colorful exhibits, enjoyed
samples and asked questions.
Friendsview gardeners and their
homegrown items enhanced
the occasion.
Tai Chi class at Springbrook Meadows: (left to right) Carolynne Fairweather, Myrna Myatt,
Karin Fischer, Donna Pace, Dee Elliott, Marion Muthiah, Mary Sylvia Davis
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The Mission of
Friendsview Retirement
Community is to provide
active residential living
and quality continuing
care to seniors in a
Christ-centered
community.
––Board of Directors
Mark Widing (Organic Brothers) with Chef Luis. Dave
Brown of Mustard Seed Farms, in background
Ruth Casto, Hector Munn, Mark Thompson (Worker Bee
Honey)
Sam Asai from A & J Orchards LLC, in Hood
River, Oregon, brought newly harvested
colorful, tasty apples and pears. Residents
enjoy fresh fruit choices to eat at meals or
for snacks.
Mark Widing from Organic Brothers
certified organic farms displayed onions,
parsnips and potatoes. Widing and his
brother, Carl, farm near Aurora, Oregon.
“I like to come here,” Widing confided.
“It makes me feel good.” He enjoyed
exchanging stories with retired farmers
and other residents, who appreciate his
produce.
Jars of Worker Bee Honey, harvested and
processed from Mark Thompson’s hives,
Senior
Administrative
Leadership Team
Executive Director
Dennis Russell
Chief Financial Officer
Elizabeth Comfort
Director of Marketing
Frank Engle, Jr.
Director of Clinical Services
Todd Engle
Director of Dining Services
Francie Gilmer
Director of Human Resources
Gene Hockett, Sam Asai (A & J Orchards)
attracted residents who accepted tastes.
Thompson, the official beekeeper at
the Oregon Garden, and his wife, Jan, a
Friendsview employee, operate their honey
business from Dundee, Oregon.
Carolyn Staples, resident, says, “How
blessed we are to have a dining service
that values buying locally grown food. I
have eaten several foods I had never tasted
before. What an adventure!”
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Peggy Hanson
Director of Facility Services
Dave and Nancy Brown of Mustard Seed
Farms represented their organic operation
near Newberg.
Francie Gilmer, director of dining services, by the display
showing territory from which Bon Appétit purchases food
Chairperson
Becky Ankeny
Brian Beals
Ken Beebe
LaVerne Beil
Mike Goins
Steve Gulley
Betty Hockett
Cindy Johnson
Dwight Kimberly
Dennis Lewis
Bruce Longstroth
Vicki Stave
Gilmer and Streit emphasize the benefit
of living in this rural agricultural area
“where we can feature sustainably grown
food harvested from local Yamhill County
farms.”
Harold McBain
To learn more about
Friendsview, please contact
Friendsview’s marketing
staff at 503-538-3144
or visit the web site at
www.friendsview.org.
The View Editorial Staff:
Betty M. Hockett
Writer/Editor
Frank Engle, Jr.
Director of Marketing
Sally Woodyard
Marketing Consultant
Michael Comfort
Graphic Designer
Photos:
Adam Bacher
Michael Comfort
Shawn McConaughey
Cartoon:
Michael Comfort
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On Our Way to Friendsview!
“We’re practicing what we teach,” announced Jim
and Mikki Snell, principal broker and senior real
estate specialist for Northwest Properties. “Our
names are on Friendsview’s intent list.” Workshop
attenders at the 2011 Fall Fest eagerly listened to
hear what these professionals had to say about
preparing for the next step to retirement living. Snells advised first off, “Husband and wife need to
clarify their goals for the future and agree on the
decision about a senior living community. Then it’s
time to make your home marketable in order to sell
it.” They recommended watching the HGTV cable
program to discover ideas for prepping your home
prior to putting it on the
market.
Mikki’s list of suggestions, accrued from years
of selling real estate and
knowing current trends,
included:
de-personalize your home—remove
family pictures, special
Mikki and Jim Snell (Photo
collections and other courtesy of Mikki and Jim Snell)
items important only
to you; note the size of your furniture—make the
rooms seem bigger by eliminating oversized pieces;
remove wallpaper; make necessary
repairs; put rooms back to their
original purpose—bedrooms or living rooms, for instance.
“De-clutter your house,” Snells
emphasized. If prospective buyers
see a lot of clutter, they won’t take
time to decide what they can do to
turn your house into a home to suit
their needs. Instead, they’ll head for
the next for sale sign.
Noting the current economic stress,
Jim encouraged, “We still have a
functioning marketplace. Today is
not an impossible time to sell your
home.”