VILLAGE NEWS

SAYRE

CHRISTIAN

VILLAGE

May

2014

Issue # 13

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Congratulations to Sandy

Curtsinger for being the first

to guess the correct answer

to last month’s back page

puzzle. She won a $10

Kroger gift card!

BAUNTA APARTMENTS

Welcome New Residents!

Betsy Sanders

Apt. 315

Ph: 469-2142

Caren Leet

Apt. 418

Ph: 327-9663

Carole Kephart

Apt. 404

5 Myths about Exercise and Aging

Myth 1: There’s no point to exercising. I’m going to get old anyway. Fact: Exercise and strength training helps you look and feel younger and stay active longer. Regular physical activity lowers your risk for a variety of conditions, in-cluding Alzheimer’s and dementia, heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, high blood pressure, and obesity.

Myth 2: Older people shouldn’t exer-cise. They should save their strength. Fact: Research shows that a sedentary lifestyle is unhealthy for adults over 50. Inactivity often causes older adults to lose the ability to do things on their own and can lead to more hospitalizations, doctor visits, and use of medicines for illnesses.

Myth 3: Exercise puts me at risk of falling down. Fact: Regular exercise, by building strength and stamina, prevents loss of bone mass and improves balance, actually reducing your risk of falling.

Myth 4: It’s too late. I’m already too old to start exercising

Fact: You’re never too old to exercise! If you’ve never exercised before, or it’s been a while, start with light walking and other gentle activities.

Myth 5: I’m disabled. I can’t exercise sitting down.

Fact: Chair–bound people face special challenges but can lift light weights, stretch,

and do chair aerobics to increase range of motion, improve muscle tone, and promote

cardiovascular health.

Residents of all ages and physical

status are joining the fun at the

STRETCH & STRENGTHEN class

each week in Baunta’s Café.

What’s Happening ?

MAY 3 - Kentucky Derby (Saturday)

MAY 11 - Mothers Day (Sunday)

MAY 25 - Indianapolis 500 (Sunday)

MAY 26 - Memorial Day (Monday)

Remember what

Memorial Day is all

about… it’s a day of

remembrance for those

who have died in our

nation’s service. Honor

those brave men and

women who lost their

lives for our security

and thank the ones still

with us for their

loyalty to our country

and it’s ideals.

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BAUNTA APARTMENTS

Patsy won a

door

prize...on her

birthday! Catherine

won a

door prize

too.

Thanks to

Sara Talbot

who did a

great job of

presenting!

Lifeline Home Health

provided us with

highly nutritious (?)

snacks and great

door prizes!

The Fayette County Extension Office did a wonderful presentation on nutrition last month.

Diann, Frances,

Delia and Patsy

are very crafty

ladies! Look at

theses beautiful

birdhouses...just

in time for

Spring!

The Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon was held on

April 10, 2014. Thanks, Volunteers!

Juanita and Mildred Irene

Ann, Cora and Gerrie

Jean and Juanita

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FRIENDSHIP TOWERS CHOCOLATE CAN BE GOOD FOR YOU

Lately it seems that more studies are

showing that chocolate can be good for

you. One of the main ingredients in chocolate, cocoa

is rich in plant compounds called flavonoids. These

compounds can help the cells in your body resist dam-

age. Studies have shown that they may also help out

your heart by:

+Lowering your cholesterol

+Increasing blood flow through your arteries

+Lowering your blood pressure

+Helping prevent blood clots

With so many chocolate choices in the stores nowa-

days, its hard to know which is the best type to pur-

chase in order to reap the best health benefits. Of all

of the choices, simple dark chocolate is the best. Keep

in mind that dark chocolate is high in fat and calories

so follow these suggestions when shopping for healthy

chocolate...

+Keep it simple - stay away from chocolate that in-

cludes nuts, creams, caramel, etc.

+Eat small amounts - one ounce a few times a week is

plenty.

+Percentages matter - make sure the chocolate is at

least 60 % cocoa.

+Skip on processing-avoid purchasing if the words

DUTCH or ALKALIZED are on the label.

SLEEP BETTER

Many of us enjoy a snack

before bedtime but these

might be some foods to steer clear of !

Celery, cucumbers, water-

melon and other foods

with a high water content.

Foods such as these are

natural diuretics and might

cause you to get up in the middle of the

night with a full bladder.

Carbonated Soft Drinks.

Did you know that if caf-

feine occurs naturally in a

food or drink item, it does

not have to be listed as an ingredient?

That being said, caffeine, the sneak thief

of sleep can turn up in unexpected places

including root beer and lemon-lime soda.

Candy. This tasty treat may

cause your blood sugar levels

to spike and then fall rapidly

as the body releases insulin to

bring them under control. You

may fall asleep easily but

these fluctuations make it difficult to stay

asleep.

There are many ideas as to why the

Dance of the Maypole was started and

what the dance is celebrating but anthro-

pologist Mircea Eliade theorizes that the

Maypoles were a

part of the general

rejoicing at the re-

turn of summer and

the growth of new

vegetation.

God made a wonderful mother, A mother who never

grows old; He made her smile of the sunshine, and He

molded her heart of pure gold; in her

eyes He placed bright shining stars, in

her cheeks fair roses you see; God

made a wonderful mother, and He

gave that dear mother to me.

-Pat O’Reilly

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FRIENDSHIP TOWERS

Go Big Blue ! Never let it be said that we

don’t love our Cats. The residents at

Friendship Towers enjoyed a grand pep

rally as UK made it to the Elite Eight in the

NCAA Basketball Tournament. From pizza

to games, cheers and the wave , a big time

was had by all. C A T S , Cats, Cats, Cats.

Some fine ladies make

bird houses for some

fine feathered friends.

Not only did we

sing at our

Karaoke Night

but there was

also dancing

and Soda Floats

available for all ! These hungry fellows patiently

wait at the Dining Room Door.

They are ready to eat !

What a beautiful Derby

Hat creation !

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SAYRE COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

Miller’s Musings…

Greetings. It’s springtime. Flowers are blooming, lawns are greening, and trees are leafing out. Winter is

over and summer is coming. We celebrate great holidays in the spring. We’ve celebrated the resurrection of

Christ from the grave. Soon we’ll celebrate Mother’s Day by showing appreciation to our mothers for all they

mean to us. Someone has written a “beatitudes for mothers” which I published a few years ago, and I’ve

paraphrased as follows…

Blessed are the mothers of yesterday, for their memories are called beautiful and beneficent. They are like

flowers growing by gardens, beside still waters and green fields. Blessed are the mothers of today, for they

hold the keeping of tomorrow and the destiny of nations in their hands, hearts and homes. Blessed are the

mothers of tomorrow, for they shall be summoned to a great and heroic hour as the mothers of men and

women who shall stand tall in the annals of human life.

Blessed are the mothers of scientists and statesmen, of laborers and poets, of preachers and prophets, of

teachers and dreamers; for dreams, visions, inspiration and creative genius are all born in the hearts of moth-

ers. Blessed are the mothers of the world for they conserve and pass on the spiritual values of life for the

sake of our children. They combine the practical and the spiritual into one workable way of human life. They

mend little clothes, wash little faces, and point little eyes to the stars and young hearts to eternity.

Blessed are the mothers! I hope you and yours have a happy Mother’s Day and a promising month of May.

~ Bill Miller, Campus Chaplain

From John Dundon… After a long and cold winter, we are so very happy that the refreshing season of spring has arrived! The bright sun is warming temperatures and tree and flower blossoms are producing the bright colors which accompany the season. As individuals, we are refreshed by the need to establish meaning in our lives. We all want our lives to have a purpose. The Development Program at Sayre Christian Village (SCV) can help supply such a purpose.

For more than 30 years, Sayre has provided hope, housing, and healthcare for older adults. Throughout Sayre’s existence, generous supporters have contributed their time, talent, treasures, and testimony to this wonderful community to help our residents overcome real problems that can often be experienced along the pathway of aging. Sure, Sayre’s staff possesses the expertise to operate this wonderful campus facility, but many of the primary characteristics that help distinguish SCV from other communities are generated by the faithful supporters and volunteers who sacrificially give of themselves to enhance the lives of those who re-side here.

With the help of Sayre’s dedicated supporters and volunteers, the love expressed through a determined com-mitment to serve our residents never ends. We are so appreciative when we can genuinely share wonderful news that demonstrates how the kindness of others is positively impacting those who live at Sayre. Generos-ity from our supporters helps bridge the resource gap between what is received from Medicaid and the actual costs generated through the quest of providing godly care. Contributions of time and resources also help sup-port Sayre’s spiritual programs, activities programs, resident transportation system, and volunteer services.

Ms. Alice Greene, the daughter of Wilford “Mac” McInturff who resides in Friendship Towers, is a new Development Program team member. Please welcome Alice as she serves the Sayre community by sharing the many opportunities that exist for others to express their love to our residents.

Grace & Peace.

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SAYRE COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

Coming soon! Tuesdays @ 4:00 informational sessions on heart health

with Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Cathy Dy. More information to follow.

Dining Delights

May Special…

During the month of May there will be a breakfast

SURPRISE for $1.00. We welcome all early birds who

wander into the café

from 8:00 - 9:30 AM weekday mornings.

Summer Cookout Schedule

It’s that time of year when we start looking forward to those great Sayre cookouts on the

Baunta patio. Be sure to join in the fun with your friends and families. Enjoy the food,

laughter and entertainment on the following Monday evenings:

June 16th

August 18th

September 15th

The cookouts will begin at 5:00 PM

Sayre has a

Facebook page!

Be sure to join us online

and get in on all the

information and

conversations you’ll find

there.

...and don’t forget to visit

our website at:

sayrechristianvillage.org

May is National Melanoma/Skin Cancer

Detection & Prevention Month Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer.

UV damage can also cause wrinkles and blotches or spots on your skin.

The good news is that skin cancer can be prevented, and it can almost

always be cured when it’s found and treated early.

Take simple steps today to protect your skin:

Stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher.

Cover up with long sleeves and a hat.

Check your skin regularly for changes.

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FOREST VIEW APARTMENTS

May 1

Personal Security For Seniors

There was a time not too many years ago in most neighborhoods when people

felt safe. They did not worry about locking their doors and they did not give a

second thought to a casual walk, alone at night. If someone called you on the

phone and offered you a service or a discount, you could reasonably expect that

person to be as good as his or her word. But times have changed. You must be

aware, alert and learn techniques of self defense in case of an emergency. Ac-

cidents are a universal concern, but seniors may be a bit more vunerable. Poor hearing and eyesight can de-

crease awareness of hazards. Through proper awareness, careful reassessment and adequate problem solv-

ing, you can stay in charge of your life.

You do not have to feel as if you are entering a jungle, when you step outside your home. However, being

alert and aware does help reduce your strain. If you go out at night, walk in streets that are well lighted and

take a companion if possible.

People of all ages fall prey to some of the creative frauds that are around today, but seniors seem to be at

particular risk. Here are a few typical schemes you should watch out for.

(a) High pressure door to door or telephone salespersons: It is your home so you have a right to be in

charge. Ask questions: tell them you are not interested; or ask them to call back. Feel free to use your

local help line.

(b) Home repair deals: Depend on recommendations that you trust. Shop around. Be skeptical of the door

to door repair workers.

(c) Miracle cures: Remember, there are no miracle cures. The old traveling medicine man is still around

hawking wares and promise of instant and magical relief from arthritis, baldness, heart disease, cancer,

failing memory and other things. Do not buy them; instead invest your money in research that will some-

day help in curing the disease through correct medication.

(d) Get-rich quick schemes: There are all kinds of scams that play on your desire to get rich quick and

your gullibility and trust. If a person poses as a banker, government agent, or “the millionaire’s agent”,

check out the story with reliable sources before you hand over hard-earned money. Remember trust your

feeling, if it does not feel right than it’s not right!!

Crock pot Creamy Ham and Potatoes

4 medium red potatoes, thinly sliced 2 medium onions, finely chopped

1 1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham 2 tablespoons butter or margarine

2 tablespoons all purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground mustard

1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper

1-1/3 cups water 1 cup (4 ounces) Shredded cheese

1 can (10-3/4 ounce) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted

In a slow cooker, layer potatoes, onions and ham. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, mustard,

salt and pepper until smooth. Combine soup and water; gradually stir into flour mixture. Bring to a

boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubby. Pour over the ham. Cover and cook on

low for 8-9 hours. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.

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FOREST VIEW APARTMENTS

May 1

Blood Pressure Clinic

Cindy Sisler, RN and Patient Care Representative with Lifeline Home Health conducts blood

pressure clinics at Sayre Christian Village. If you need your blood pressure checked here are the

times and locations she will be here.

Monday Friendship Towers 9:30-10:30

Baunta Building 10:30-11:30

Forest View 1:30-2:30

Tuesday Baunta Building 9:00-10:00

Wednesday Friendship Towers 9:30-10:30

Forest View 1:30-2:30

Thursday Baunta Building 10:00-11:00

Friday Friendship Towers 9:30-11:30

Cindy checking Joyce’s blood pressure

Lee Ann and Tina Charlie and Kay

Game Day At Forest View

Watch the Calendar

for the next game day!

From left to right:

Rachel, Rudy, Ruth

and Linda

Thanks to

all of our

volunteers!

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SAYRE HEALTHCARE CENTER

Residents Had a Great Day at the Races

On Wednesday, April 9th, 16 residents from the

Healthcare Center went to Keeneland and had a lot of

fun at the tracks. The day was beautiful and refreshing.

One of the big draws at Keeneland is being able to

watch the horses and jockeys as they prepare for the

race. The horses are exercised in the paddock area

before the race and the residents are high enough

above the paddock area that they can look down and

see the horses go by. The food court area is lined with

viewing monitors so there is no reason for anyone to miss any of the action should they decide to not go

out into the grandstand area or down by the

track. Some did go down by the track to get a

closer look at the horses both prior to and

during the race.

Aside from the obvious reason for going to

Keeneland, another favorite reason is the food

court. While all food items are not sold at the

same venue, if a person is willing to search it

out, a customer can have burgoo, barbeque,

Ruben sandwiches, chips, fries, brats and sev-

eral other choices. The servings are generous

and large enough to share.

Each resident had their own one-on-one

volunteer or staff escort so everyone was

accommodated fairly quickly to fill hungry

tummies. Some residents took extra money to see

if they could beat the odds. Some did in a small

way. One person was heard to say, “If you bet on

the bread pudding, you are a winner every time.”

It was a lot of fun and after the 5th race;

residents, volunteers and staff made their way to

the busses and headed back to the Healthcare

Center. They got back just in time for supper.

What timing. What a day!!

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MIND GAMES

ANSWERS

WUZZLES

1. See Eye to Eye

2. High Seas

3. Fat Chance

4. Two Under Par

5. I before E except after C

6. Hot Under the Collar

7. Falling Temperature

MUMBO JUMBO

Unscramble each set of letters to form a word/clue. Then

unscramble each of the yellow letters to get the common

answer each clue refers to.

MUMBO JUMBO

1. DAFFODIL

2. MAGNOLIA

3. PANSY

4. WISTERIA

5. TULIPS

WUZZLES

Each square of words represents a well

known saying/person/place or thing.

Can you guess them?

CCCCC

CHANCE PAR

2

I E C except

COLLAR HOT

TEMP ERA

TURE

C i i i

COMMONYMS - Each puzzle has three words

that have something in common.

Guess what it is?

HAIR

BRAINS

OCEANS

SCALES

TIRES

CHECKBOOKS

ARMY

AQUARIUMS

CARS

DONUTS

CAVITIES

PRESCRIPTIONS

Dentists

Coal Miners

Guitar Players

DOCTORS

MAILMEN

DOMINO’S

COMMONYMS

1. They have waves

2. All are balanced

3. All have tanks

4. All are filled

5. All have picks

6. They all deliver

HINK PINKS - The answer to these riddles are

pairs of words that rhyme. Example : “Large Fe-

line” would be “Fat Cat”

1. Cunning Detective 6. Insect embrace

2. Little separation 7. Evening plane ride

3. Mind exhaustion 8. Fawn crying

4. Lard pot 9. Inexpensive 4-wheeler

5. Hasty run 10. Media anxiety

1.

1.

2.

3.

6.

2.

2.

3.

4.

5. 6.

3.

4.

5. 6.

7.

1.

HINK PINKS

1. SLY SPY

2. SMALL WALL

3. BRAIN DRAIN

4. FAT VAT

5. RASH DASH

6. BUG HUG

7. NIGHT FLIGHT

8. DEER TEAR

9. CHEAP JEEP

10. PRESS STRESS

FILFAODD

GANOLIAM

PAYNS

ANSWER:

6. MAY FLOWERS

5.

4. TERWIASI

SIPULT

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SOLVE THE PUZZLE...WIN A PRIZE

There is an ancient invention still

used in some parts of the world

today that allows people to see

through walls. What is it?

Solution to last month’s puzzle:

What is it that dogs have that nothing

else has?

ANSWER: PUPPIES

Friendship Towers residents - call Marie Wilson

Forest View Residents - call Lee Ann Peach

Baunta residents - call Charlotte Potter

Somebody told Mike (our mailman)

he’d look good in a red Derby

hat...next thing we knew...he was

off to the races in high fashion !

“Life is like riding a

bicycle, to keep your

balance you must

keep moving.”

~Albert Einstein

To the

world

you may

be just

one

person,

but to

one

person

you may

be the

world.