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The Masonic Messenger
Inside This Issue July 2017 Volume 7 Issue 12 Family Focus Page 2 Employee Focus Page 3 Masonic Village Focus Page 4 July Special Events Page 5 William Bettendorf Mansion Page 6
Greetings from Cris
Here we are already the year is half gone I have a few important items to share with you this month
First several months back I shared with you the fact that our federal government is making changes to the rules that
govern skilled nursing facilities such as ours With these changes there are some additional required postings we must
have up for our residents and families Over the next few weeks you will see the area outside of the care conference
room being transformed into the ldquoResident Information Centerrdquo In this area you will be able to find important contact
information as well as helpful resources such as a guidebook on Advanced Directives We see this area really evolving in
to the ldquogo tordquo place for valuable information This area will include not only the required notices but also facility
specific information that would be helpful Please let us know what type of information would be helpful to you to have
there
The other item I need to bring to everyonersquos attention is regarding a large maintenance project that will be taking place
the beginning of July We are going to be replacing our chiller that currently sits on the roof This is going to involve
some large equipment being around the back side of the building Doors you might be used to coming in and out of
might not be available during this time Our intention is to have the rehab entrance available always Please be safe and
do not enter areas that are marked off by tape or rope Thank you in advance for your patience as we work to make the
needed improvements to our building
As always if you have any questions concerns comments or just want to chathelliphellipplease look me up
Our Management Team Cris Vetter Executive Director Deann Milefchik Director of Human Resources Dr Kevin Blechle Medical Director Chad Lehman Accountant Dan Murphy Pharmacist Chris Stickfort Activity Director
Denise Mayfield Consulting Dietician Lori Osborn Social Services Jodi Hippler Director of Nursing Cathy Youngblood Director of Dietary Services Heather Thompson Asst Director of Nursing Katie Carlin Director of Environmental Services Lorelei McMahon Care Plan Coordinator Dave Overfield Maintenance Director Ana Kinney Care Coordinator Amy Wiyrick Masonic Village Coordinator
Page 1 The Masonic Messenger
Join us on the 4th This year we would like to invite families to join us as we enjoy the annual Bettendorf 4th of July Parade with our residents from the convenience of our own property Contact Chris or Misty in Activities if you would like to make plans to watch the parade with your resident loved one Staff will be assisting with transportation as needed tofrom the designated parade viewing area on our property
Independence Day July 4th+
Independence Day is a day Americans hold dear The signing of the American colonies from the rule of England The signers of the Declaration gave their all when they signed the document The Preamble of the Declaration states ldquoWe hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life Liberty and the pursuit of Happinessrdquo A few interesting historical trivia facts related to the Declaration
The first printings of the Declaration of Independence were done by John Dunlap who made an estimated 200 copies They are called the Dunlap Broadsides There are only 24 known copies left today two of which are in the Library of Congress
One of the Dunlap Broadsides was found in 1989 and sold in 2000 for 8 million dollars There were 56 signers from all different backgrounds including lawyers merchants farmers
plantation owners physicians scientists and a minister The signers made a promise to ldquomutually pledge to each other our Lives our Fortunes and our
sacred Honorrdquo Nine of the signers paid with their lives and 17 of the signers lost their homes money and property Visit wwwdarorgarchivessigners-declaration-independence the web site of the Daughters of the Revolution to see pictures and information about each of the 56 signers
Freedom is never freerdquo ~ Author Unknown ~
Saturday September 16th at 900 am
Employees from Iowa Masonic will again be participating in the Annual Alzheimerrsquos Walk at the I-Wireless Center ldquoMASONIC TEAMrdquo is excited and happy to represent our facility in this yearrsquos
fundraiser If you have questions about the walk would like to join the team or would like to donate through the team please contact Misty in the Activities Department
Please see Misty to get your registration form so that you can begin fundraising now You may also register online under our team
Page 2 The Masonic Messenger
Welcome New Employees to Iowa Masonic
Welcome Caitlin Holland CNA and Paulina Lara CNA We are happy you have joined our team
Congratulations to the June Employee of the Month Terri Larimer Terri received a $25 giftcard and a 10 meal punch pass for
meals at Iowa Masonic Congratulations Terri
Career Opportunities at Iowa Masonic
We currently have the following positions available Part time housekeeper 2nd shift Nurse 3rd Shift Nurse 1st shift CNA 2nd shift CNA and 3rd shift CNA Also donrsquot forget we currently have a sign-on bonus for nurses If you know someone looking for a new career opportunity share with them about our opportunities here at Iowa Masonic
Hike for your Health Did you know that our Health and Wellness Committee organized Campus Walks for employees every Wednesday during the month of June Next month plan to join us for a hike at the Maquoketa Caves on Saturday July 15th at 900 am It will be a great time
Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors+ Humans crave a connection with nature From gardening and horticulture to walking through a park or hiking through the mountains people have found peace in nature Quality time in nature has many benefits Generations of brilliant minds naturalists and authors have shared the many benefits of spending time in nature Henry David Thoreau Ralph Waldo Emerson John Muir and Charles Darwin each discovered that spending time in nature outdoors played an important role in the quest for happiness and personal fullfillment Here are some reasons to make the great outdoors a part of daily life
Boosts Creativity Reduces Stress Improves Mood amp Self-Esteem
Increases Vitamin D Levels Increases benefits of Exercising
Improves Awareness amp Healing Helps you Age Smarter Modern life can create isolation from nature Explore the outdoors and engage your mind
body and spirit in the beauty healing and peace of nature
ldquoStudy nature love nature stay close to nature It will never fail yourdquo ~ Frank Lloyd Wright ~
Page 3 The Masonic Messenger
Masonic Village Events
July 1 Masonic Lodge Breakfast 730 $500 July 4 4th of July Parade (go on own) July 6 Music Guild ldquoWest Side Storyrdquo (go on own) 730 July 11 Playcrafters ldquoThe Dixie Swim Clubrdquo Pickup at 645 July 14 MVA Meeting amp Birthday Party 100 July 15 Annual Buffalo Prairie Lodge Corn Boil Pickup at 315 July 18 Movie amp Popcorn 130 July 21 Day Trip to Tycoga Winery amp Pizza Oven Pickup at 1100 July 26 Happy frac12 Hour 415 amp Catered Dinner 500
Plus donrsquot forget these regularly scheduled Masonic Village activities Sundays at 130 Church Service in Chapel at IMHF
Wednesdays amp Fridays from 300-330 Fitness Class in Rehab Room at IMHF
Volunteer Opportunities Interested in making a difference in the lives of others Have you ever considered
volunteering right here in our community We currently have many volunteering opportunities available at our healthcare facility and would love to talk with you about ways you can make a difference Reading to residents visiting with residents pet visits baking sharing your talents ampor hobbies with us for an afternoon program helping residents participate in daily activity programs and special events painting residentsrsquo fingernails attending church services with residents and accompanying us on outings in the community are just a few of the ways you can get involved Contact Chris Stickfort Activity Director for more information about volunteering
Annual Corn Boil
The annual Corn Boil sponsored by the Buffalo Prairie Lodge is being held on Saturday July 15th from 430-700 Menu includes corn on the cob chicken breasts brats fresh melon drinks and dessert The cost is by donation only (has been $10 per person in previous years) Contact Amy to reserve your spot on the Riverbend Bus
Give your Voice a Choice Choose Iowa Masonic
If you need rehabilitative care (ldquorehabrdquo) following a hospitalization or surgery Iowa Masonic offers exceptional rehab services both on-site as well as in your villa at Masonic Village You can receive
short term therapy services in our facility (located conveniently on our property) amp return to your villa when you have regained your strength Contact Ana Kinney or Kelli Engler for more information
Page 4 The Masonic Messenger
July+
Celebrating Patriotism Month Summer Fun Month Family Reunion Month
Fireworks Safety Month Blueberries Month National Grilling Month
National Ice Cream Month National Picnic Month Womenrsquos Motorcycle Month
Birthstone ~ Ruby Flower ~ Larkspur Colors ~ Green amp Russet
July Dates + July 1-23 104th Le Tour de France ~ The worldrsquos best cyclists compete in 21 stages riding more
than 3521 kilometers (more than 2187 miles) The majority of the race takes place in France but also goes through neighboring countries Germany Belgium amp Luxemburg
July 3-August 11 Dog Days of Summer July 4 National Country Music Day July 4 US Independence Day July 7 Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day July 7 National Strawberry Sundae Day July 11 88th Major League Baseball All-Star game Marlins Park Miami FL July 12 Simplicity Day This is the 200th Birthday anniversary of Henry David Thoreau (1817-
1862) Thoreau was an American writer teacher amp philosopher who lived a simple quiet life and gave the following advice ldquoSimplify simplify simplifyrdquo
July 15 I Love Horses Day July 16 National Ice Cream Sundae Sunday Day July 22 Hammock Day July 23 Gorgeous Grandma Day July 23 Birth Anniversary of Amelia Earhart 1897-1937 July 24 Cousins Day July 27 Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice 1953 This day is also National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day which is a remembrance of veterans of the Korean War living and dead July 29 National Lasagna Day July 30 Father-in-Law Day July 30 International Day of Friendship
+ REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM CREATIVE FORECASTING a monthly publication for Activity Professionals
July Special Events July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 10 Good News Singers 615 July 6 Patio Social 300 July 14 Shopping Trip 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 21 Picnic 1100 July 21 Picnic July 22 Family Party with Monicarsquos Music 200
Page 5 The Masonic Messenger
HISTORICAL BRIEF ON THE MANSION The Bettendorf Mansion was built in 1909 and 1910 The elaborate Spanish-Moorish
style home was built on 33 acres at a cost of $150000 Unfortunately Mr William Bettendorf never enjoyed his beautiful home He died unexpectedly in 1910 before he was able to move in His widow and her son by a previous marriage Oscar Staby moved into the house but found the house and grounds to be too much to manage
The Bettendorf Mansion was vacant for several years until 1925 when the Grand Lodge of Masons in Iowa purchased the mansion contents and grounds for $50000 They immediately built on an adjoining building as a ldquohospitalrdquo for Master Masons their wives and widows The ldquohospitalrdquo opened in 1927 as ldquoMasonic Sanitariumrdquo and operated under that name until 1970 when the name changed to ldquoIowa Masonic Nursing Homerdquo In 1999 the name was changed again this time to the current name of ldquoIowa Masonic Health Facilitiesrdquo Masonic affiliation is NO longer required The Bettendorf Mansion which currently houses the business offices of the facility was left practically intact and remains as such today
In 1979 a new wing was added to the northwest side of the nursing facility In 1994 a new community center reception area and parking lot were added In 2002 an existing maintenance building was torn down and replaced by a new maintenance building At that time construction also began on an 18 bed ldquoAnn Ruge Special Care Unitrdquo which opened in 2003
In 1987-1988 Masonic Village an independent living retirement community consisting of forty independent living condominium-style villas was constructed on the southern portion of the property
Iowa Masonic Health Facilities is a non-profit health center offering on-site intermediate and skilled nursing services It remains under the ownership and jurisdiction of the Masonic organization and is governed by five appointed board members
Iowa Masonic
Compassion Commitment Community
Independent LivingbullRehabilitative Carebull
bullSkilled CarebullHospice CarebullRespite CarebullSpecialized Memory Carebull
We at Iowa Masonic take pride in providing excellent care and services to our residents We are committed to providing compassionate quality care in a home-like environment If you have any concerns or comments
please feel free to contact Cris Vetter Executive Director at 359-9171 Thank you
Page 6 The Masonic Messenger
Join us on the 4th This year we would like to invite families to join us as we enjoy the annual Bettendorf 4th of July Parade with our residents from the convenience of our own property Contact Chris or Misty in Activities if you would like to make plans to watch the parade with your resident loved one Staff will be assisting with transportation as needed tofrom the designated parade viewing area on our property
Independence Day July 4th+
Independence Day is a day Americans hold dear The signing of the American colonies from the rule of England The signers of the Declaration gave their all when they signed the document The Preamble of the Declaration states ldquoWe hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life Liberty and the pursuit of Happinessrdquo A few interesting historical trivia facts related to the Declaration
The first printings of the Declaration of Independence were done by John Dunlap who made an estimated 200 copies They are called the Dunlap Broadsides There are only 24 known copies left today two of which are in the Library of Congress
One of the Dunlap Broadsides was found in 1989 and sold in 2000 for 8 million dollars There were 56 signers from all different backgrounds including lawyers merchants farmers
plantation owners physicians scientists and a minister The signers made a promise to ldquomutually pledge to each other our Lives our Fortunes and our
sacred Honorrdquo Nine of the signers paid with their lives and 17 of the signers lost their homes money and property Visit wwwdarorgarchivessigners-declaration-independence the web site of the Daughters of the Revolution to see pictures and information about each of the 56 signers
Freedom is never freerdquo ~ Author Unknown ~
Saturday September 16th at 900 am
Employees from Iowa Masonic will again be participating in the Annual Alzheimerrsquos Walk at the I-Wireless Center ldquoMASONIC TEAMrdquo is excited and happy to represent our facility in this yearrsquos
fundraiser If you have questions about the walk would like to join the team or would like to donate through the team please contact Misty in the Activities Department
Please see Misty to get your registration form so that you can begin fundraising now You may also register online under our team
Page 2 The Masonic Messenger
Welcome New Employees to Iowa Masonic
Welcome Caitlin Holland CNA and Paulina Lara CNA We are happy you have joined our team
Congratulations to the June Employee of the Month Terri Larimer Terri received a $25 giftcard and a 10 meal punch pass for
meals at Iowa Masonic Congratulations Terri
Career Opportunities at Iowa Masonic
We currently have the following positions available Part time housekeeper 2nd shift Nurse 3rd Shift Nurse 1st shift CNA 2nd shift CNA and 3rd shift CNA Also donrsquot forget we currently have a sign-on bonus for nurses If you know someone looking for a new career opportunity share with them about our opportunities here at Iowa Masonic
Hike for your Health Did you know that our Health and Wellness Committee organized Campus Walks for employees every Wednesday during the month of June Next month plan to join us for a hike at the Maquoketa Caves on Saturday July 15th at 900 am It will be a great time
Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors+ Humans crave a connection with nature From gardening and horticulture to walking through a park or hiking through the mountains people have found peace in nature Quality time in nature has many benefits Generations of brilliant minds naturalists and authors have shared the many benefits of spending time in nature Henry David Thoreau Ralph Waldo Emerson John Muir and Charles Darwin each discovered that spending time in nature outdoors played an important role in the quest for happiness and personal fullfillment Here are some reasons to make the great outdoors a part of daily life
Boosts Creativity Reduces Stress Improves Mood amp Self-Esteem
Increases Vitamin D Levels Increases benefits of Exercising
Improves Awareness amp Healing Helps you Age Smarter Modern life can create isolation from nature Explore the outdoors and engage your mind
body and spirit in the beauty healing and peace of nature
ldquoStudy nature love nature stay close to nature It will never fail yourdquo ~ Frank Lloyd Wright ~
Page 3 The Masonic Messenger
Masonic Village Events
July 1 Masonic Lodge Breakfast 730 $500 July 4 4th of July Parade (go on own) July 6 Music Guild ldquoWest Side Storyrdquo (go on own) 730 July 11 Playcrafters ldquoThe Dixie Swim Clubrdquo Pickup at 645 July 14 MVA Meeting amp Birthday Party 100 July 15 Annual Buffalo Prairie Lodge Corn Boil Pickup at 315 July 18 Movie amp Popcorn 130 July 21 Day Trip to Tycoga Winery amp Pizza Oven Pickup at 1100 July 26 Happy frac12 Hour 415 amp Catered Dinner 500
Plus donrsquot forget these regularly scheduled Masonic Village activities Sundays at 130 Church Service in Chapel at IMHF
Wednesdays amp Fridays from 300-330 Fitness Class in Rehab Room at IMHF
Volunteer Opportunities Interested in making a difference in the lives of others Have you ever considered
volunteering right here in our community We currently have many volunteering opportunities available at our healthcare facility and would love to talk with you about ways you can make a difference Reading to residents visiting with residents pet visits baking sharing your talents ampor hobbies with us for an afternoon program helping residents participate in daily activity programs and special events painting residentsrsquo fingernails attending church services with residents and accompanying us on outings in the community are just a few of the ways you can get involved Contact Chris Stickfort Activity Director for more information about volunteering
Annual Corn Boil
The annual Corn Boil sponsored by the Buffalo Prairie Lodge is being held on Saturday July 15th from 430-700 Menu includes corn on the cob chicken breasts brats fresh melon drinks and dessert The cost is by donation only (has been $10 per person in previous years) Contact Amy to reserve your spot on the Riverbend Bus
Give your Voice a Choice Choose Iowa Masonic
If you need rehabilitative care (ldquorehabrdquo) following a hospitalization or surgery Iowa Masonic offers exceptional rehab services both on-site as well as in your villa at Masonic Village You can receive
short term therapy services in our facility (located conveniently on our property) amp return to your villa when you have regained your strength Contact Ana Kinney or Kelli Engler for more information
Page 4 The Masonic Messenger
July+
Celebrating Patriotism Month Summer Fun Month Family Reunion Month
Fireworks Safety Month Blueberries Month National Grilling Month
National Ice Cream Month National Picnic Month Womenrsquos Motorcycle Month
Birthstone ~ Ruby Flower ~ Larkspur Colors ~ Green amp Russet
July Dates + July 1-23 104th Le Tour de France ~ The worldrsquos best cyclists compete in 21 stages riding more
than 3521 kilometers (more than 2187 miles) The majority of the race takes place in France but also goes through neighboring countries Germany Belgium amp Luxemburg
July 3-August 11 Dog Days of Summer July 4 National Country Music Day July 4 US Independence Day July 7 Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day July 7 National Strawberry Sundae Day July 11 88th Major League Baseball All-Star game Marlins Park Miami FL July 12 Simplicity Day This is the 200th Birthday anniversary of Henry David Thoreau (1817-
1862) Thoreau was an American writer teacher amp philosopher who lived a simple quiet life and gave the following advice ldquoSimplify simplify simplifyrdquo
July 15 I Love Horses Day July 16 National Ice Cream Sundae Sunday Day July 22 Hammock Day July 23 Gorgeous Grandma Day July 23 Birth Anniversary of Amelia Earhart 1897-1937 July 24 Cousins Day July 27 Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice 1953 This day is also National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day which is a remembrance of veterans of the Korean War living and dead July 29 National Lasagna Day July 30 Father-in-Law Day July 30 International Day of Friendship
+ REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM CREATIVE FORECASTING a monthly publication for Activity Professionals
July Special Events July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 10 Good News Singers 615 July 6 Patio Social 300 July 14 Shopping Trip 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 21 Picnic 1100 July 21 Picnic July 22 Family Party with Monicarsquos Music 200
Page 5 The Masonic Messenger
HISTORICAL BRIEF ON THE MANSION The Bettendorf Mansion was built in 1909 and 1910 The elaborate Spanish-Moorish
style home was built on 33 acres at a cost of $150000 Unfortunately Mr William Bettendorf never enjoyed his beautiful home He died unexpectedly in 1910 before he was able to move in His widow and her son by a previous marriage Oscar Staby moved into the house but found the house and grounds to be too much to manage
The Bettendorf Mansion was vacant for several years until 1925 when the Grand Lodge of Masons in Iowa purchased the mansion contents and grounds for $50000 They immediately built on an adjoining building as a ldquohospitalrdquo for Master Masons their wives and widows The ldquohospitalrdquo opened in 1927 as ldquoMasonic Sanitariumrdquo and operated under that name until 1970 when the name changed to ldquoIowa Masonic Nursing Homerdquo In 1999 the name was changed again this time to the current name of ldquoIowa Masonic Health Facilitiesrdquo Masonic affiliation is NO longer required The Bettendorf Mansion which currently houses the business offices of the facility was left practically intact and remains as such today
In 1979 a new wing was added to the northwest side of the nursing facility In 1994 a new community center reception area and parking lot were added In 2002 an existing maintenance building was torn down and replaced by a new maintenance building At that time construction also began on an 18 bed ldquoAnn Ruge Special Care Unitrdquo which opened in 2003
In 1987-1988 Masonic Village an independent living retirement community consisting of forty independent living condominium-style villas was constructed on the southern portion of the property
Iowa Masonic Health Facilities is a non-profit health center offering on-site intermediate and skilled nursing services It remains under the ownership and jurisdiction of the Masonic organization and is governed by five appointed board members
Iowa Masonic
Compassion Commitment Community
Independent LivingbullRehabilitative Carebull
bullSkilled CarebullHospice CarebullRespite CarebullSpecialized Memory Carebull
We at Iowa Masonic take pride in providing excellent care and services to our residents We are committed to providing compassionate quality care in a home-like environment If you have any concerns or comments
please feel free to contact Cris Vetter Executive Director at 359-9171 Thank you
Page 6 The Masonic Messenger
Welcome New Employees to Iowa Masonic
Welcome Caitlin Holland CNA and Paulina Lara CNA We are happy you have joined our team
Congratulations to the June Employee of the Month Terri Larimer Terri received a $25 giftcard and a 10 meal punch pass for
meals at Iowa Masonic Congratulations Terri
Career Opportunities at Iowa Masonic
We currently have the following positions available Part time housekeeper 2nd shift Nurse 3rd Shift Nurse 1st shift CNA 2nd shift CNA and 3rd shift CNA Also donrsquot forget we currently have a sign-on bonus for nurses If you know someone looking for a new career opportunity share with them about our opportunities here at Iowa Masonic
Hike for your Health Did you know that our Health and Wellness Committee organized Campus Walks for employees every Wednesday during the month of June Next month plan to join us for a hike at the Maquoketa Caves on Saturday July 15th at 900 am It will be a great time
Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors+ Humans crave a connection with nature From gardening and horticulture to walking through a park or hiking through the mountains people have found peace in nature Quality time in nature has many benefits Generations of brilliant minds naturalists and authors have shared the many benefits of spending time in nature Henry David Thoreau Ralph Waldo Emerson John Muir and Charles Darwin each discovered that spending time in nature outdoors played an important role in the quest for happiness and personal fullfillment Here are some reasons to make the great outdoors a part of daily life
Boosts Creativity Reduces Stress Improves Mood amp Self-Esteem
Increases Vitamin D Levels Increases benefits of Exercising
Improves Awareness amp Healing Helps you Age Smarter Modern life can create isolation from nature Explore the outdoors and engage your mind
body and spirit in the beauty healing and peace of nature
ldquoStudy nature love nature stay close to nature It will never fail yourdquo ~ Frank Lloyd Wright ~
Page 3 The Masonic Messenger
Masonic Village Events
July 1 Masonic Lodge Breakfast 730 $500 July 4 4th of July Parade (go on own) July 6 Music Guild ldquoWest Side Storyrdquo (go on own) 730 July 11 Playcrafters ldquoThe Dixie Swim Clubrdquo Pickup at 645 July 14 MVA Meeting amp Birthday Party 100 July 15 Annual Buffalo Prairie Lodge Corn Boil Pickup at 315 July 18 Movie amp Popcorn 130 July 21 Day Trip to Tycoga Winery amp Pizza Oven Pickup at 1100 July 26 Happy frac12 Hour 415 amp Catered Dinner 500
Plus donrsquot forget these regularly scheduled Masonic Village activities Sundays at 130 Church Service in Chapel at IMHF
Wednesdays amp Fridays from 300-330 Fitness Class in Rehab Room at IMHF
Volunteer Opportunities Interested in making a difference in the lives of others Have you ever considered
volunteering right here in our community We currently have many volunteering opportunities available at our healthcare facility and would love to talk with you about ways you can make a difference Reading to residents visiting with residents pet visits baking sharing your talents ampor hobbies with us for an afternoon program helping residents participate in daily activity programs and special events painting residentsrsquo fingernails attending church services with residents and accompanying us on outings in the community are just a few of the ways you can get involved Contact Chris Stickfort Activity Director for more information about volunteering
Annual Corn Boil
The annual Corn Boil sponsored by the Buffalo Prairie Lodge is being held on Saturday July 15th from 430-700 Menu includes corn on the cob chicken breasts brats fresh melon drinks and dessert The cost is by donation only (has been $10 per person in previous years) Contact Amy to reserve your spot on the Riverbend Bus
Give your Voice a Choice Choose Iowa Masonic
If you need rehabilitative care (ldquorehabrdquo) following a hospitalization or surgery Iowa Masonic offers exceptional rehab services both on-site as well as in your villa at Masonic Village You can receive
short term therapy services in our facility (located conveniently on our property) amp return to your villa when you have regained your strength Contact Ana Kinney or Kelli Engler for more information
Page 4 The Masonic Messenger
July+
Celebrating Patriotism Month Summer Fun Month Family Reunion Month
Fireworks Safety Month Blueberries Month National Grilling Month
National Ice Cream Month National Picnic Month Womenrsquos Motorcycle Month
Birthstone ~ Ruby Flower ~ Larkspur Colors ~ Green amp Russet
July Dates + July 1-23 104th Le Tour de France ~ The worldrsquos best cyclists compete in 21 stages riding more
than 3521 kilometers (more than 2187 miles) The majority of the race takes place in France but also goes through neighboring countries Germany Belgium amp Luxemburg
July 3-August 11 Dog Days of Summer July 4 National Country Music Day July 4 US Independence Day July 7 Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day July 7 National Strawberry Sundae Day July 11 88th Major League Baseball All-Star game Marlins Park Miami FL July 12 Simplicity Day This is the 200th Birthday anniversary of Henry David Thoreau (1817-
1862) Thoreau was an American writer teacher amp philosopher who lived a simple quiet life and gave the following advice ldquoSimplify simplify simplifyrdquo
July 15 I Love Horses Day July 16 National Ice Cream Sundae Sunday Day July 22 Hammock Day July 23 Gorgeous Grandma Day July 23 Birth Anniversary of Amelia Earhart 1897-1937 July 24 Cousins Day July 27 Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice 1953 This day is also National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day which is a remembrance of veterans of the Korean War living and dead July 29 National Lasagna Day July 30 Father-in-Law Day July 30 International Day of Friendship
+ REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM CREATIVE FORECASTING a monthly publication for Activity Professionals
July Special Events July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 10 Good News Singers 615 July 6 Patio Social 300 July 14 Shopping Trip 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 21 Picnic 1100 July 21 Picnic July 22 Family Party with Monicarsquos Music 200
Page 5 The Masonic Messenger
HISTORICAL BRIEF ON THE MANSION The Bettendorf Mansion was built in 1909 and 1910 The elaborate Spanish-Moorish
style home was built on 33 acres at a cost of $150000 Unfortunately Mr William Bettendorf never enjoyed his beautiful home He died unexpectedly in 1910 before he was able to move in His widow and her son by a previous marriage Oscar Staby moved into the house but found the house and grounds to be too much to manage
The Bettendorf Mansion was vacant for several years until 1925 when the Grand Lodge of Masons in Iowa purchased the mansion contents and grounds for $50000 They immediately built on an adjoining building as a ldquohospitalrdquo for Master Masons their wives and widows The ldquohospitalrdquo opened in 1927 as ldquoMasonic Sanitariumrdquo and operated under that name until 1970 when the name changed to ldquoIowa Masonic Nursing Homerdquo In 1999 the name was changed again this time to the current name of ldquoIowa Masonic Health Facilitiesrdquo Masonic affiliation is NO longer required The Bettendorf Mansion which currently houses the business offices of the facility was left practically intact and remains as such today
In 1979 a new wing was added to the northwest side of the nursing facility In 1994 a new community center reception area and parking lot were added In 2002 an existing maintenance building was torn down and replaced by a new maintenance building At that time construction also began on an 18 bed ldquoAnn Ruge Special Care Unitrdquo which opened in 2003
In 1987-1988 Masonic Village an independent living retirement community consisting of forty independent living condominium-style villas was constructed on the southern portion of the property
Iowa Masonic Health Facilities is a non-profit health center offering on-site intermediate and skilled nursing services It remains under the ownership and jurisdiction of the Masonic organization and is governed by five appointed board members
Iowa Masonic
Compassion Commitment Community
Independent LivingbullRehabilitative Carebull
bullSkilled CarebullHospice CarebullRespite CarebullSpecialized Memory Carebull
We at Iowa Masonic take pride in providing excellent care and services to our residents We are committed to providing compassionate quality care in a home-like environment If you have any concerns or comments
please feel free to contact Cris Vetter Executive Director at 359-9171 Thank you
Page 6 The Masonic Messenger
Masonic Village Events
July 1 Masonic Lodge Breakfast 730 $500 July 4 4th of July Parade (go on own) July 6 Music Guild ldquoWest Side Storyrdquo (go on own) 730 July 11 Playcrafters ldquoThe Dixie Swim Clubrdquo Pickup at 645 July 14 MVA Meeting amp Birthday Party 100 July 15 Annual Buffalo Prairie Lodge Corn Boil Pickup at 315 July 18 Movie amp Popcorn 130 July 21 Day Trip to Tycoga Winery amp Pizza Oven Pickup at 1100 July 26 Happy frac12 Hour 415 amp Catered Dinner 500
Plus donrsquot forget these regularly scheduled Masonic Village activities Sundays at 130 Church Service in Chapel at IMHF
Wednesdays amp Fridays from 300-330 Fitness Class in Rehab Room at IMHF
Volunteer Opportunities Interested in making a difference in the lives of others Have you ever considered
volunteering right here in our community We currently have many volunteering opportunities available at our healthcare facility and would love to talk with you about ways you can make a difference Reading to residents visiting with residents pet visits baking sharing your talents ampor hobbies with us for an afternoon program helping residents participate in daily activity programs and special events painting residentsrsquo fingernails attending church services with residents and accompanying us on outings in the community are just a few of the ways you can get involved Contact Chris Stickfort Activity Director for more information about volunteering
Annual Corn Boil
The annual Corn Boil sponsored by the Buffalo Prairie Lodge is being held on Saturday July 15th from 430-700 Menu includes corn on the cob chicken breasts brats fresh melon drinks and dessert The cost is by donation only (has been $10 per person in previous years) Contact Amy to reserve your spot on the Riverbend Bus
Give your Voice a Choice Choose Iowa Masonic
If you need rehabilitative care (ldquorehabrdquo) following a hospitalization or surgery Iowa Masonic offers exceptional rehab services both on-site as well as in your villa at Masonic Village You can receive
short term therapy services in our facility (located conveniently on our property) amp return to your villa when you have regained your strength Contact Ana Kinney or Kelli Engler for more information
Page 4 The Masonic Messenger
July+
Celebrating Patriotism Month Summer Fun Month Family Reunion Month
Fireworks Safety Month Blueberries Month National Grilling Month
National Ice Cream Month National Picnic Month Womenrsquos Motorcycle Month
Birthstone ~ Ruby Flower ~ Larkspur Colors ~ Green amp Russet
July Dates + July 1-23 104th Le Tour de France ~ The worldrsquos best cyclists compete in 21 stages riding more
than 3521 kilometers (more than 2187 miles) The majority of the race takes place in France but also goes through neighboring countries Germany Belgium amp Luxemburg
July 3-August 11 Dog Days of Summer July 4 National Country Music Day July 4 US Independence Day July 7 Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day July 7 National Strawberry Sundae Day July 11 88th Major League Baseball All-Star game Marlins Park Miami FL July 12 Simplicity Day This is the 200th Birthday anniversary of Henry David Thoreau (1817-
1862) Thoreau was an American writer teacher amp philosopher who lived a simple quiet life and gave the following advice ldquoSimplify simplify simplifyrdquo
July 15 I Love Horses Day July 16 National Ice Cream Sundae Sunday Day July 22 Hammock Day July 23 Gorgeous Grandma Day July 23 Birth Anniversary of Amelia Earhart 1897-1937 July 24 Cousins Day July 27 Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice 1953 This day is also National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day which is a remembrance of veterans of the Korean War living and dead July 29 National Lasagna Day July 30 Father-in-Law Day July 30 International Day of Friendship
+ REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM CREATIVE FORECASTING a monthly publication for Activity Professionals
July Special Events July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 10 Good News Singers 615 July 6 Patio Social 300 July 14 Shopping Trip 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 21 Picnic 1100 July 21 Picnic July 22 Family Party with Monicarsquos Music 200
Page 5 The Masonic Messenger
HISTORICAL BRIEF ON THE MANSION The Bettendorf Mansion was built in 1909 and 1910 The elaborate Spanish-Moorish
style home was built on 33 acres at a cost of $150000 Unfortunately Mr William Bettendorf never enjoyed his beautiful home He died unexpectedly in 1910 before he was able to move in His widow and her son by a previous marriage Oscar Staby moved into the house but found the house and grounds to be too much to manage
The Bettendorf Mansion was vacant for several years until 1925 when the Grand Lodge of Masons in Iowa purchased the mansion contents and grounds for $50000 They immediately built on an adjoining building as a ldquohospitalrdquo for Master Masons their wives and widows The ldquohospitalrdquo opened in 1927 as ldquoMasonic Sanitariumrdquo and operated under that name until 1970 when the name changed to ldquoIowa Masonic Nursing Homerdquo In 1999 the name was changed again this time to the current name of ldquoIowa Masonic Health Facilitiesrdquo Masonic affiliation is NO longer required The Bettendorf Mansion which currently houses the business offices of the facility was left practically intact and remains as such today
In 1979 a new wing was added to the northwest side of the nursing facility In 1994 a new community center reception area and parking lot were added In 2002 an existing maintenance building was torn down and replaced by a new maintenance building At that time construction also began on an 18 bed ldquoAnn Ruge Special Care Unitrdquo which opened in 2003
In 1987-1988 Masonic Village an independent living retirement community consisting of forty independent living condominium-style villas was constructed on the southern portion of the property
Iowa Masonic Health Facilities is a non-profit health center offering on-site intermediate and skilled nursing services It remains under the ownership and jurisdiction of the Masonic organization and is governed by five appointed board members
Iowa Masonic
Compassion Commitment Community
Independent LivingbullRehabilitative Carebull
bullSkilled CarebullHospice CarebullRespite CarebullSpecialized Memory Carebull
We at Iowa Masonic take pride in providing excellent care and services to our residents We are committed to providing compassionate quality care in a home-like environment If you have any concerns or comments
please feel free to contact Cris Vetter Executive Director at 359-9171 Thank you
Page 6 The Masonic Messenger
July+
Celebrating Patriotism Month Summer Fun Month Family Reunion Month
Fireworks Safety Month Blueberries Month National Grilling Month
National Ice Cream Month National Picnic Month Womenrsquos Motorcycle Month
Birthstone ~ Ruby Flower ~ Larkspur Colors ~ Green amp Russet
July Dates + July 1-23 104th Le Tour de France ~ The worldrsquos best cyclists compete in 21 stages riding more
than 3521 kilometers (more than 2187 miles) The majority of the race takes place in France but also goes through neighboring countries Germany Belgium amp Luxemburg
July 3-August 11 Dog Days of Summer July 4 National Country Music Day July 4 US Independence Day July 7 Father-Daughter Take a Walk Together Day July 7 National Strawberry Sundae Day July 11 88th Major League Baseball All-Star game Marlins Park Miami FL July 12 Simplicity Day This is the 200th Birthday anniversary of Henry David Thoreau (1817-
1862) Thoreau was an American writer teacher amp philosopher who lived a simple quiet life and gave the following advice ldquoSimplify simplify simplifyrdquo
July 15 I Love Horses Day July 16 National Ice Cream Sundae Sunday Day July 22 Hammock Day July 23 Gorgeous Grandma Day July 23 Birth Anniversary of Amelia Earhart 1897-1937 July 24 Cousins Day July 27 Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice 1953 This day is also National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day which is a remembrance of veterans of the Korean War living and dead July 29 National Lasagna Day July 30 Father-in-Law Day July 30 International Day of Friendship
+ REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM CREATIVE FORECASTING a monthly publication for Activity Professionals
July Special Events July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 4 4th of July Parade 1000 July 10 Good News Singers 615 July 6 Patio Social 300 July 14 Shopping Trip 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 17 Silverlinings Bell Choir 130 July 21 Picnic 1100 July 21 Picnic July 22 Family Party with Monicarsquos Music 200
Page 5 The Masonic Messenger
HISTORICAL BRIEF ON THE MANSION The Bettendorf Mansion was built in 1909 and 1910 The elaborate Spanish-Moorish
style home was built on 33 acres at a cost of $150000 Unfortunately Mr William Bettendorf never enjoyed his beautiful home He died unexpectedly in 1910 before he was able to move in His widow and her son by a previous marriage Oscar Staby moved into the house but found the house and grounds to be too much to manage
The Bettendorf Mansion was vacant for several years until 1925 when the Grand Lodge of Masons in Iowa purchased the mansion contents and grounds for $50000 They immediately built on an adjoining building as a ldquohospitalrdquo for Master Masons their wives and widows The ldquohospitalrdquo opened in 1927 as ldquoMasonic Sanitariumrdquo and operated under that name until 1970 when the name changed to ldquoIowa Masonic Nursing Homerdquo In 1999 the name was changed again this time to the current name of ldquoIowa Masonic Health Facilitiesrdquo Masonic affiliation is NO longer required The Bettendorf Mansion which currently houses the business offices of the facility was left practically intact and remains as such today
In 1979 a new wing was added to the northwest side of the nursing facility In 1994 a new community center reception area and parking lot were added In 2002 an existing maintenance building was torn down and replaced by a new maintenance building At that time construction also began on an 18 bed ldquoAnn Ruge Special Care Unitrdquo which opened in 2003
In 1987-1988 Masonic Village an independent living retirement community consisting of forty independent living condominium-style villas was constructed on the southern portion of the property
Iowa Masonic Health Facilities is a non-profit health center offering on-site intermediate and skilled nursing services It remains under the ownership and jurisdiction of the Masonic organization and is governed by five appointed board members
Iowa Masonic
Compassion Commitment Community
Independent LivingbullRehabilitative Carebull
bullSkilled CarebullHospice CarebullRespite CarebullSpecialized Memory Carebull
We at Iowa Masonic take pride in providing excellent care and services to our residents We are committed to providing compassionate quality care in a home-like environment If you have any concerns or comments
please feel free to contact Cris Vetter Executive Director at 359-9171 Thank you
Page 6 The Masonic Messenger
HISTORICAL BRIEF ON THE MANSION The Bettendorf Mansion was built in 1909 and 1910 The elaborate Spanish-Moorish
style home was built on 33 acres at a cost of $150000 Unfortunately Mr William Bettendorf never enjoyed his beautiful home He died unexpectedly in 1910 before he was able to move in His widow and her son by a previous marriage Oscar Staby moved into the house but found the house and grounds to be too much to manage
The Bettendorf Mansion was vacant for several years until 1925 when the Grand Lodge of Masons in Iowa purchased the mansion contents and grounds for $50000 They immediately built on an adjoining building as a ldquohospitalrdquo for Master Masons their wives and widows The ldquohospitalrdquo opened in 1927 as ldquoMasonic Sanitariumrdquo and operated under that name until 1970 when the name changed to ldquoIowa Masonic Nursing Homerdquo In 1999 the name was changed again this time to the current name of ldquoIowa Masonic Health Facilitiesrdquo Masonic affiliation is NO longer required The Bettendorf Mansion which currently houses the business offices of the facility was left practically intact and remains as such today
In 1979 a new wing was added to the northwest side of the nursing facility In 1994 a new community center reception area and parking lot were added In 2002 an existing maintenance building was torn down and replaced by a new maintenance building At that time construction also began on an 18 bed ldquoAnn Ruge Special Care Unitrdquo which opened in 2003
In 1987-1988 Masonic Village an independent living retirement community consisting of forty independent living condominium-style villas was constructed on the southern portion of the property
Iowa Masonic Health Facilities is a non-profit health center offering on-site intermediate and skilled nursing services It remains under the ownership and jurisdiction of the Masonic organization and is governed by five appointed board members
Iowa Masonic
Compassion Commitment Community
Independent LivingbullRehabilitative Carebull
bullSkilled CarebullHospice CarebullRespite CarebullSpecialized Memory Carebull
We at Iowa Masonic take pride in providing excellent care and services to our residents We are committed to providing compassionate quality care in a home-like environment If you have any concerns or comments
please feel free to contact Cris Vetter Executive Director at 359-9171 Thank you
Page 6 The Masonic Messenger
