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John Knox Village Vol. 41 Number 4

April 2017
Simply Inspired Living

Visit From Musical Mega-Stars

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Villages Inaugural ArtSage
Performing Arts Festival Set
Feature Stories
5 Villages Inaugural ArtSage
Performing Arts Festival Set
9 Local Volunteer Helps Herself
By Helping Others
10 Residents Treated To A
Conversation With
Soprano Scotto
12 Aprils Right Time to Spring
Into New Fitness Studio
13 JKV is Living Well
with Carmel
14 News From The Spiritual
Life Director
14 Travel Is Only Thing Bought
That Makes One Richer
15 JKVs First Spiritual
Life Symposium
19 Meet and Welcome
20 We Would Like to Thank You
22 All In The Family
24 In Good Taste: This Twist On
Traditional Shepherds Pie
Recipe Is Jolly Good
25 Village Voices Will Bring
Music To Your Ears
25 GREEN HOUSE Training -
The First of Many
26 Movie Review:
The Meddler
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Inside This Issue
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Residents Treated To A Con- Aprils Right Time to Spring
versation With Soprano Scotto Into New Fitness Studio
27 Team Members on the Move
31 Frequently Asked Questions
Columns
3 News From Administration Simply Inspired Living
3 News From Marketing
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 News from Administration
Creating WOW Experiences
Gerry Stryker
Chief Executive Officer
As the saying goes, you never get a
second chance to make a first impression.
Traditional wisdom holds that people form
their first impression of you within seven
seconds. A newer study, conducted by the
University of Glasgow in March 2014,
states that it takes a half-second for people
to make up their minds about you.
In other words, you literally can have
themor notat hello.
Rolling Out Red Carpet
Donna Cutting is founder and CEO of
News from Marketing
The Right Combinations Keep
Sales Moving Ahead
Monica McAfee
Director of Sales & Marketing
If everyone is moving forward together,
then success takes care of itself, Henry Ford
There has been great movement on cam-
pus with residents, Board members and staff.
We are all working together to elicit change
and many campus-wide improvements.
We continue to address the Love and
Company Pricing and Positioning Analysis
(December 2015). The greatest need being
larger, more open, floor plans. In 2016, we
Village Voice April 2017
Red Carpet Learning Systems, Inc., a con-
sulting firm that offers tools and training to
help leaders engage their teams to deliver
world-class customer service.
One of our 2017 WIGs (Wildly Impor-
tant Goals) at JKV is consistently provid-
ing extraordinary service.
In an effort to reignite our commitment
to an Extraordinary Customer Experi-
ence, Marketing Director Monica McAfee
brought Donna in to begin working with
several JKV teams in March.
One of the core messages she shared
with our staff was the idea that every
interaction you have with another person
(whether resident, employee, guest, friend,
or family member) makes a bigger impact
than you realize.
Every single interaction matters. Every
moment makes a difference. She reminded
us to never lose sight of the impact you
make on other people in any given moment.
The choice you make to smile (or not),
to follow through (or not), to be empathet-
ic (or not) makes a bigger difference than
sold all Phase I combos which represented
entrance fees in excess of $2,190,360.
The added bonus to these new sales is
that it helped in decreasing the average age
for new residents moving in to 77 years
old. These sales typically involve two resi-
dents, which also increases the entrance and
monthly service fees.
We have identified an additional eight
combination apartment homes, in the first
quarter of 2017. The objective is to immedi-
ately market and sell these homes to people
who may be in our database waiting for
larger apartments.
The Phase 2 combos represent $2,320,000
in entrance fees. One of the eight is already
spoken for, and as a follow-up to our second
Parade of Homes held on March 28, we hope
to have at least half of the inventory sold.
We know, too, that combining apartment
homes impacts the lifestyle of current Cassels
and Village Towers residents. We sincerely
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you will ever know.
We need to choose wisely.
If you want to make a truly magnificent
first impression, it is important to sharpen
your powers of observation. Donna sug-
gests, if you observe a resident or a group
of residents and you know from their
behavior or circumstances what theyre
going to need, dont wait until they ask
you. Surprise them with your initiative.
Its also important to recognize what
people do like, but also understand what
they dont.
As we finished our training, Donna
reminded us that when we provide Excep-
tional Customer Service for our residents,
they in turn tell everyone they know. Of
course the opposite is true when we miss
the mark.
Our customer service is only as good
as our least engaged employee. Perhaps
most important, our Leadership lays the
foundation for our success. I look forward
to updating you this year on how we will
Continued on page 29
Its In The
Leaves
As John Knox Village
continues to embrace
the 7 Dimensions of
Wellness, Village Voice
readers will see individual,
and sometimes multiple,
Dimension leaves alongside
a story to illustrate which
Dimension is reflected in
that particular article.
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 Senate News
Tom McKay
President Resident Senate
Residents often ask me, what is the
Executive Committee of the Senate? Who
are they and how do they get there? What
do they do?
The short answer is that the Execu-
tive Committee is the part of the Senate
that handles Senate business between the
bi-monthly Senate meetings. It is composed
of the four officers, President, Vice-President,
Secretary and Treasurer, plus three at-large
members who are appointed by the President.
All terms are for one year. These seven
individuals make decisions by a majority
vote between Senate meetings and at special-
ly called meetings. Often these decisions are
recommendations to the Senate for action at
their next regular meeting.
Some good examples from last year are
the Committees recommendations to the
Senate for a new Resident Board candidate,
for Officers of the Senate and for revisions
News from Marketing
Continued from page 3
apologize for any inconvenience or disrup-
tion. As the Operations Team works on these
homes, they provide Marketing with infor-
mation to share on flyers, Channel 92 and the
Thursday (now Resident) Flyer. There are
some instances when construction or week-
end work may take place. It is our goal to not
disturb residents and to provide this informa-
tion in as timely a manner as possible.
If work may be taking place nearby
remember that there are quiet spots on cam-
pus to enjoy. You can stop by libraries in the
apartment buildings, party rooms through-
out the campus, the patio and lounge area of
East Lake, have a cup of coffee or tea in the
Dining Room, enjoy the Bistro, take time to
smell the roses in the lovely Rose Garden,
enjoy a stroll around the campus, or perhaps
schedule an appointment at Rejuvenate Spa
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to the Senate by-laws. The full Senate voted
on and accepted these recommendations.
There are also four ex-officio members
of the Executive Committee who do not have
a vote, but participate in all the discussions:
The Resident Members of the Board of
Directors and the immediate past President
of the Senate. Also present at the Executive
Committee meetings are President & CEO
Gerry Stryker, Senior Directors Monica
McAfee, Bill Pickhardt, Verna Chisman and
other staff that Gerry may designate.
The Senate President establishes an
agenda made up of the issues, questions,
concerns and recommendations of the
residents through their Cluster meetings or
the Senate Committee meetings.
This provides an opportunity for fruitful
discussions and exchange of ideas between
the resident leadership and executive staff on
matters important to the day-to-day opera-
tions of the Village and the future directions
of our community. It insures resident input
is available near the final level of decision
making by the Staff and Board. It also means
that the broader operational issues raised by
residents in the Clusters and Committees can
be discussed and addressed at the highest
level of management.
The staff leadership is able to bring to
the attention of resident leadership updates
on their programs and highlight concerns
and directions they would like to present for
feedback and discussion. The CEO gets an
at The Woodlands. (See their promotion on
page 29)
The end goal is to have the inventory nec-
essary to provide the entrance and monthly
service fees which are vital to our day-to-day
operations and ultimately impact resident
services.
Other exciting news includes JKVs Inau-
gural ArtSAGE eventA Fine Arts & Fun
Celebration. Residents, and prospective res-
idents, will enjoy a variety of fine arts class-
es, presentations and performances. Thanks
to a number of JKV residents, we continue
to grow our partnerships with area cultural
organizations, as well as our neighboring
schools. Be sure to look for the ArtSAGE
brochure in the lobbies of each building, as
well as in the Village Centre. Please invite
friends and family to enjoy this Charleston,
SC Spoleto Festival USA-inspired event for
opportunity to raise issues that are expected
to become important to residents and discuss
these issues before action is taken.
These discussions between the Senate
Leadership and the Administration insure
that many campus-wide problems can be
acted on more quickly and that informa-
tion can be provided to residents about the
actions to be taken.
It also helps eliminate rumors and misin-
formation that cause unnecessary distress. It
highlights matters to be shared with the full
Senate, the residents, the staff and the Board
of Directors. It often results in immediate
action on campus-wide problems that have
been languishing.
The Executive Committee meetings
often result in the establishment of working
groups of residents, staff and board members
to flush out issues that need more inves-
tigation and research. Examples of such
working groups in recent past include the
Access Control/Security Working Group
and the working groups currently discussing
renovations at the Legacy Building (former
Health Center) and the Village Centre.
So you can see that the Executive
Committee is a critical part of our Senate
system here at JKV and gives voice to the
residents in many ways. Dont forget to get
involved in the Senate and attend the next
Senate meeting on Monday, April 10, at 1
p.m. in the Auditorium.
Tom McKay
all ages.
Marketing is also looking forward to sup-
porting the efforts of the newly relocated and
expanded Fitness Studio. Be sure to pick-up
a brochure listing all the classes and learn
more about the 7 Dimensions of Wellness.
As mentioned in previous columns if
youd like to host a Housewarming Party
for friends and prospective residents, please
contact the Sales and Marketing office at
(954) 783-4040. Its never too late to share
your JKV experience and enjoy time with
friends and family. Your continued support,
and resident referrals, helps us provide the
best possible experience as we share the
JKV story with future residents.
Thank you for all that you do.
Alone we can do little; together we can
do so much, Helen Keller
Best regards,
Village Voice April 2017
Villages Inaugural Performing Arts Festival Set
Artwork From All Genres Will Be On Display
In a whimsical play on words, ArtSAGEa Fine Arts & Fun Celebrationis
coming to John Knox Village the first week of April.
Is it Arts for the Ages? Or Art for the Sages (our profoundly wise people)? Or
both?
Come to one, some, or all of the ArtSAGE events to decide for yourself.
Fashioned after the 40-year-old Charleston, SC Spoleto Festival USA, John Knox
Villages ArtSage has its sights set on becoming the areas premier performing and
fine arts festival.
This is our inaugural ArtSAGE, said Monica McAfee, Sales and Marketing
Director. It promises to bring an impressive array of artists working within all the
genresfrom music, dance and theater to even culinary artswith our Executive
Chef and a TV Chef whipping up creations during a cooking demonstration.
The idea of JKVs ArtSAGE has blossomed from a series of similar events Monica
created at another life plan community in North Carolina.
John Knox Villageand our destination-city location of Pompano Beach
are the perfect fit for providing intimate, yet captivating, events to enthusiastic
audiences young and not quite so young, Monica told The Village Voice. We hope
our residents will take this opportunity to join us for some of our ArtSAGE offerings.
It will be a Fineand FunArts Celebration.
Combine on-campus events with performances from community partners such
as the Venetian Arts Society, the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, Gold Coast Jazz
Society, the Wick Museum, South Florida Symphony, Florida Grand Opera Young
Artists and the stage is set for a good time.
Call Wellness-Lifestyle for more information at (954) 783-4039. Here is the John
Knox Village ArtSAGE Calendar of Events:
April 1 In conjunction with Venetian Arts Society, an evening of musical
performances with internationally renowned tenor Ghaleb and violinist Pablo
Rivera, in the Auditorium. Starts at 6 p.m. Cost is $25, includes light appetizers
and wine.
April 3 Introduction and Opening of The Wall, in the Auditorium. Starts
at 11 a.m.
April 3 Goldfish in Sunlight program for Woodlands Elders, in Life
Enrichment Center starting at 11 a.m.
April 3 Display of Yard Art, around Furman Square starting at 1 p.m.
April 3 Afternoon Art Workshop From Suitcase to Studio, with Jean
Cauthen (see accompanying bio), in The Woodlands Life Enrichment Center.
From 2:30-4:30 p.m.
April 3 Meet and Greet with Artist Jean Cauthen, in the Auditorium from
4:30-5:30 p.m.
April 3 Line Dancing with Jasmine & Teddy in the Auditorium from
6-7:30 p.m.
April 4 Art History Lecture: The Feud That Fueled The Renaissance,
with Jean Cauthen in the Auditorium from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
April 4 Afternoon Art Workshop, How To Forge A Van Gogh Painting,
with Jean Cauthen in the Woodlands Life Enrichment Center from 2-3:30 p.m.,
followed by high tea and light appetizers. Reservations a must.
April 4 An Evening of Storytelling with Frank Cerabino at Florida
Atlantic University in Boca Raton from 7-9 p.m. Tickets are $35, plus $6 for
transportation. Shuttle leaves JKV at 5:30 p.m.
April 5 Artist In Residence, Paint The Pantry, with Jean Cauthen in the
Woodlands Life Enrichment Center from 11 a.m. -1 p.m., light refreshments to
follow. Reservations a must.
April 5 Intergenrational and multicultural-related reading from the book
Mrs. A, by author Dr. Bindu Mayi from 1-2 p.m. in the Village Towers Party
Room.
Continued on page 29
Village Voice April 2017
Artist A
Large-Scale Presenter
Jean Cauthen, shown with one of her large-
scaled abstracted landscapes, will be one of
several presenters during John Knox Villages
Inaugural ArtSAGE events.
Jean grew up in Naples, Italy, New Orleans
and the Carolinas, where she currently resides in
the Charlotte, NC area. Jean teaches Art History
and Painting at the University of North Carolina
at Charlotte. There, she combines her love of
painting with traveling. She routinely leads groups
of artists in workshops abroad.
Jean creates large-scale abstracted landscapes
in her studio in Charlotte and her work has been
exhibited internationally, earning many awards
and has been collected by several corporate and
private entities. She frequently pens articles on art
history and gives lectures to various art groups.
Her work may be viewed at Ciel Gallery in
Charlotte, NC.
Jean will be providing several presentations
during John Knox Villages ArtSAGE week of
activities. See the accompanying schedule. This
spring, Jean will be conducting painting classes in
Ireland, where she will be in residency.
Jean was the first Artist In-Residence at the
Levine Cancer Institute where she created artworks
with patients during their chemotherapy.
Jeans work has recently been featured in Plein-
Air Today and she has received many national
awards for her artwork. In 2016, Art Pop Billboards
featured her work in the Charlotte area. She is one
of the illustrators for the new book, 100 Love
Notes.
To learn more about Jean, visit her website at
(www.jeancauthen.com).
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 Entertainment
Highlights
As we enter month of April, there are
many fun and exciting activities in store.
Please join us in one or more of the
wonderful activities we have planned.
We have a fun-filled month of April to
continue your year of 2017.
Our Special Events
this Month
On Saturday,
April 1, we will
kick off our
Inaugural John Knox Village ArtSAGE.
This will be a full week of cultural
events. Please refer to the full schedule
on page 5.
On April 1st the
ArtSAGE week
kicks off with The
Venetian Arts
Society presentation
of internationally
known tenor Ghaleb.
Ghaleb is a Venezuelan-
born tenor and classical Flamenco
guitarist who has performed on the great
stages of the world, touching the hearts
of thousands of fans in countries such
as Italy, Russia, Austria and Canada.
His powerful vocals and virtuoso guitar
technique have wowed crowds and
impressed even iconic figures who
have come to see him performsuch
as Michael Jordan and Rod Stewart.
Ghalebs drawing power was in full
effect in 2014, when he gave a concert
that sold out the Parker Playhouse in
Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Tickets for his
performance at JKV are $25. The Wine
Social will begin at 6 p.m., with the
show to follow at 7, then champagne and
dessert with the artist in the Auditorium.
Please contact Judy in the Wellness
Lifestyle Department at (954) 783-4039
for your reservation.
On Wednesday, April 19, our Dinner
Outing is to the Sage French Caf
and Wine Bar in Ft. Lauderdale. This
charming caf has been serving French
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country food for 21
years. Owner-Chef
Laurent Tasic, studied
at Le Cordon Bleu,
the world-renowned
culinary institute in
Paris and has owned
restaurants in France, Monaco, and
Martinique. The cost will be $42, which
will include, soup or salad, entre, dessert,
escort and transportation. Contact Judy
for reservations (954) 783-4039.
The Venetian
Arts Society
Presents: Ivann,
Colombian
Classical Fusion
Pianist/Composer
on Saturday,
April 22. Originally from Medellin,
Colombia, Ivann has been the featured
guest artist on the stages of Teatro Colon,
Teatro Mayor de Julio Mario Santo
Domingo, Teatro Nacional La Castellana,
the Libelula Dorada, Colsubsidio,
and Jorge Eliecer Gaitn theatres. A
classically trained pianist and composer,
Ivann has mesmerized audiences with
his unique Performance Art style that
explores the past with todays enlightened
mind and the future with all the soul
and intelligence history has given us. A
graduate of the Medellin Conservatory
of Arts in Colombia, Ivanns passion for
piano began when he was nine years old.
As he developed his piano technique
and artistry to the professional level for
a career as a successful concert pianist,
he also began to explore composing
his own original works. As the winner
of the Carolina Drama Scholarship for
Colombian artists, he was able to study in
Spain. Tickets are $25. The Wine Social
begins at 6 p.m. The show starts at 7 p.m.,
followed by a champagne reception. This
event will be held at the Alfred and Rose
Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova
Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale.
We will depart JKV at 5 p.m. Please
contact Judy in the Wellness Lifestyle
Department at (954) 783-4039 for your
reservation.
The Koffee Klatch
this month will be on
Saturday, the 15th, at 9
a.m. in the Auditorium
with a special welcome
back Kevin Laurence,
Singer/Songwriter/
Pianist. Donuts, bagels and coffee are at 9
a.m. Entertainment at 9:30 a.m. For more
information call (954) 783-4039.
Happy Hour is now every Thursday
from 4-5:30 p.m. in the Lakeside Dining
Room. The social gathering offers weekly
themes, entertainment, fun trivia, hors
doeuvres and the opportunity to meet
your neighbors. Reservations are not
required. Seating is on a first-come, first-
serve basis.
The Birthday Party for April will
be on Monday, the 17th, we will celebrate
all the residents who have birthdays this
month. Stay for cupcakes and punch
afterwards.
Join the Silver Scribers Class,
and learn how to publish your own book.
The class, offered each month in 2017,
is taught by Marty Lee, an expert writer,
publisher and photographer. Next class
will be Thursday, the 20th, at 10 a.m. in
the Cassels Tower Party Room. There
is no charge for the classes; just pay for
printing costs when your publication is
finished. Call Marketing to register at
(954) 783-4040.
Music Education
is on Friday, the 21st,
in the Auditorium with
topic of Berlioz. Hector
Berlioz was a French
composer who followed
the ideals of 19th century
Romanticism in musical creations such
as the Symphonie fantastique and La
Damnation de Faust. Refreshment will be
served at 10:45 a.m. The program begins
at 11 a.m.
Village Voice April 2017
 Entertainment
and At the Movies
The DVD Series:
The Worlds
Greatest Geological
Wonders: 36
Spectacular Sites is every
Monday at 10 a.m. in the
Hibiscus Room. Attend
just one or all. Shaped by erosion, plate
tectonics, volcanic eruptions, and other
processes over the course of billions
of years, Earth is a planet of immense
variety. Impressive geological scenes
are everywhere. But only a select few
whether astonishing valleys, mountains,
waterfalls, or other formationsqualify
as geological wonders that are not only
memorable and worth a special trip, but
that also tell us something profound about
the way the world works.
ART CLASS with
Frances Tyler will be
held at 1:30 p.m. on
Friday the 7th and Friday
the 21st of this month in
the Craft Room. Frances
Tyler is a certified Golden Artist Educator
with over 20 years experience as an
art, design and advertising professional.
Participants are free to leave early, if
they need to. Each class session offers
participants an outlet for their creativity
and emotions, stimulates cognitive
function, provides an opportunity for
socialization and helps them maintain or
improve fine motor skills.
12-Week DVD Series
Experiencing Hubble:
Understanding the Greatest
Images of the Universe is
every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the
Hibiscus Room. A few hundred miles
above Earth, there is a remarkable
telescope with a crystal-clear view across
the universe. For two decades, the Hubble
Space Telescope has been amassing
discoveries that rival those of historys
greatest scientists and explorers, making
it the most important and productive
scientific instrument ever built.
Village Voice April 2017
At The Movies
On Friday, April 7, we
will show a Classic
Movie: Easter
Parade at 1:30
p.m. in the Hibiscus
Room located in the
Village Centre. Judy
Garland and Fred
Astaire sing and trip
the light fantastic to 17 Irving Berlin
tunes in this romantic classic. The simple
plot concerns a hoofer (Astaire) who
teams with an inexperienced chorus girl
(Garland) in order to show up his former
dance partner, Nadine (Ann Miller).
Berlins tunes, which include Were a
Couple of Swells and Happy Easter,
sparkle in Astaire and Garlands able
hands (and feet). Peter Lawford co-stars.
(1948Classical Musical - 1 hour, 43
minutes, Rated: Not Rated)
On Friday, April 14
at 7:30 p.m. we will
show a Night Movie:
The Meddler
in the Auditorium and
an Encore Day
Movie on Thursday,
the 20th at 1:30 p.m.
in the Hibiscus Room
located in the Village Centre. On the
heels of her husbands death, Marnie
Minervini (Susan Sarandon) moves to
Los Angeles and begins interfering with
her daughter Loris (Rose Byrne) life.
But after Marnies chance encounter
with a charismatic security guard (J.K.
Simmons), she turns her attention in a
different direction. (2016 Comedy - 1
Hour, 43 minutes - Rated: PG-13)
On Tuesday, April
18th we will show a
Foreign Film (Swedish):
A Man Called
Ove, at 10:30 a.m.
in the Auditorium.
Despite being deposed
as president of his
condos resident association, 59-year-old
misanthrope Ove continues to plague his
neighbors with dictatorial demands. But
when Oves new neighbor runs over his
mailbox, the old crank finds hes met his
match. (2016 Foreign Comedy/Drama
(Swedish with Sub-Titles) - 1 hour, 56
minutes, Rated: PG-13)
On Friday, April 21st
we will show a Night
Movie: Far from
the Madding
Crowd, at 7:30
p.m. in the Auditorium
and an encore day
movie on Friday, the
28th at 10:30 a.m. in the
Hibiscus Room located
in the Village Centre. In this period
drama based on Thomas Hardys classic
novel, winsome Bathsheba Everdene
(Carey Mulligan) wins the hearts of three
disparate men: sheep farmer Gabriel Oak
(Matthias Schenaerts), dashing soldier
Frank Troy (Michael Sheen) and William
Boldwood (Tom Sturridge), a moneyed
older man. (2015 - Period Drama - 1
hour, 59 minutes, Rated: PG-13)
Our Regularly
Scheduled Activities
this Month
Library Outing to the Pompano
Beach Library is on Tuesday, April 4. The
bus leaves John Knox Village at 12:30
p.m. Call Transportation for reservations
at 954-783-4036.
Mexican Train Dominoes is
played every Monday at 6:45 p.m. in the
back of the Auditorium (except Birthday
Party night).
The JKV Book Club will meet on
Monday, the 3rd at 10 a.m. in the Cassels
Tower Party Room. At this meeting, they
will be reviewing books suggested by
their members and select those which
they want to read in the upcoming
months.
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 Play This Month
and Support Groups
The JKV Garden Club will meet
on Monday, April 24. The topic will be on
Plants at Birch State Park.
Big Game Night is on Saturday, the
15th, at 7 p.m. in the Village Towers Party
Room. Come out and play your favorite
game.
The Note-Ables Ladies
Chorus practices on Friday mornings
at 9:30 in the Village Centre Craft Room.
No auditions are necessary. If you like
to sing and have fun theyd love to have
you join in. They perform both inside
JKV and outside in the community
occasionally.
The Villagers Mens Chorus
rehearses every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at
the Village Centre. If you are interested in
joining this group please call the Director
Elaine McNamara (her number can be
found in the Resident Directory).
Military Whist will be on Tuesday,
the 11th and Tuesday, the 25th in the
Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Call Peggy
Woehry (number listed in the Directory)
to reserve.
Water Color Paint Group now
gets together every 2nd and 4th Friday
at 1:30 p.m. in the Village Centre Craft
Room. Bring your own supplies and join
this group who loves to paint and sell
their works at the Village Bazaar every
November in the Auditorium.
Computer Club meets every 2nd
Tuesday in Heritage Tower Party Room at
7 p.m.
Additional Events
The Fitness Department is
moving the week of April 10th 14th.
The fitness schedule has been adjusted
while we move. Please be patient as we
are preparing for our spectacular new
space. There will be a modified class
schedule during this week and we will
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be in the Woodlands for some supervised
exercise appointments. If you would like
to exercise in the Woodlands Wellness
Studio during moving week, appointments
will be offered at 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Monday Thursday, April 10-13th. Please
be on the lookout for the group fitness
class schedule posted on channel 92 and
The Resident Flyer.
Music Therapy is now being
offered by The Palm Beach Music
Therapy Institute to all levels of care
across JKV. Every 1st and 4th Monday at
11:15 a.m. it is offered in the Hibiscus
Room. Every 2nd Thursday at 2 p.m. it is
offered in the Gardens West Lobby. Every
4th Monday at 3 p.m. it is offered in the
Life Enrichment Center. All residents and
elders are encouraged to attend as many
sessions as you would like.
The Shopping Outing this month
will be to the Coral Ridge Mall on
Wednesday, the 12th at 10 a.m. and a
Shopping Outing to Trader
Joes will be on Thursday, April 27th
at 12:30. Call Transportation for a
reservation at (954) 783-4036.
The Centering Prayer Group
meets on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the
Heritage Tower Room. Learn how prayer
without words fosters awareness of the
loving presence of God.
Fresh Encounters will only meet
Wednesday, April 5th at 1 p.m. in the
Heritage Tower Party Room.
The Evening at the Beach is on
Tuesday, April 11th. Travel to the Atlantic
Boulevard beachfront. Enjoy sitting at the
Great Lawn area, walk the pier or grab a
snack. The pickup time starts at 6:30 p.m.
Please call (954) 783-4039 for reservation.
Table Tennis meets on Wednesdays
at 1:30 p.m. Come and take a spin with
this fun group of residents. We are looking
for new players to have fun, exercise and
friendship. Call Frank Perkins (number
listed in the Directory for details.)
Flower Arranging Class is
taught by Steven every Tuesday at
10:30 a.m. in the Craft Room. This is a
great class to learn the basics of flower
arranging. After the class, you will
have a beautiful arrangement to take
home. Please call (954) 783-4039 for
reservations by the Friday before the
class. There is a $9 fee and you keep the
arrangement.
Bingo will be held every Wednesday
(Except April 26th) at 7:30 p.m. in the
Auditorium.
Wii Bowling League is every
Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Craft Room.
This is open to any resident who wants
to be on a team. If you just want to play
occasionally instead of an every week
commitment, come to any of the daytime
Wii games listed on the calendar.
Support Groups
Hearing Loss Support Group
will be held the Tuesday, the 11th at 2 p.m.
in the Hibiscus Room.
Parkinsons Support Group
will meet on Tuesday, the 18th at 2 p.m. in
the Hibiscus Room.
AL-Anon meets every Tuesday at 10
a.m. in the Heritage Tower Party Room.
Diabetic Support Group meets
on Thursday, the 13th at 10:30 a.m. in the
Professional Center.
Grief and Bereavement
Support Group will meet on
Thursday, the 27th at 1 p.m. in the
Hibiscus Room.
Prayer Group meets every Friday
at 11:30 a.m. at Lakeside Dining. Please
join us to pray for the needs of John Knox
Village.
Check the calendar for many other
surprises, lectures, classes, games and
activities that are available to you. We
look forward to seeing you at one or more
of these events.
Village Voice April 2017
Local Volunteer Helps Herself By Helping Others
Tucker Wins JKV Silver Angels Award
By Michael Barnes, Village Voice Contributor

Last June, John Knox Village honored 14

outstanding senior volunteers who were
nominated by their places of worship as
Silver Angel Award recipients. For the
past nine years, the Silver Angel Awards
have recognized deserving seniors, most
of whom are not John Knox Village
residents and who have selflessly aided
others with their time, talents and efforts.
This honor celebrates people who quietly
go about their good works in a true sense
of humanitarian charity.

JKV President Gerry Stryker (R) honored Sandy Tucker with a Silver Angels
award for her volunteer efforts at St. Martin Episcopal Church in Pompano
Beach. They are shown with The Rev. Bernard Pecaro.

Sandy Tucker, a volunteer at Pom-
pano Beachs St. Martin Episcopal
Church, was recognized during John
Knox Villages annual Silver Angels
award ceremony for her altruistic ef-
forts.
She left the event with the award,
however earned something so much
morethe satisfaction of having
helped somebody in need.
Sandy attended the event with 97-
year old Gardens West resident Irene
Little, whom she visits weekly and
helps with chores and getting around,
as part of her church outreach.
Irene definitely enjoyed the Silver
Angel award ceremony.
She knew everyone, Sandy re-
membered. She had so much fun talk-
ing to them all. It was really great to
watch her in action.
Irenes grand night delighted Sandy
who benefits vicariously from helping
others.
It makes me feel so good to be able
to go over and help somebody who
cannot help themselves, the 73-year
old Pompano Beach resident told the
Village Voice. Its just a wonderful
feeling.
Sandy is a vestry member at St. Mar-
tins. This position is largely respon-
sible for raising money for the church.
Last month, she helped organize a fash-
ion show at Lighthouse Point Yacht
Club that raised about $2,500, a large
chunk of those funds will go towards
buying a new stove for the church.
The New Jersey native also is Presi-
dent of St. Martin Episcopal Church
Women and is an officer in Daughters
of the King, a church group that goes
into the community and offers commu-
nion to infirmed members. In addition
to her St. Martin volunteering, Sandy
volunteers at St. Laurence Chapel Day
Center, a Pompano Beach-based group
that feeds the homeless.
We also help them spiritually,
Sandy adds. I talk with the homeless
people and listen to what they want to
talk about. And if I can advise them, I
do that.
Sandy has three nieces and six great
nieces and nephews. With a background
in advertising, she was a Supervisor of
Communication at Corinthian Com-
munication and worked at other agen-
cies where she bought time for ads on
TV, radio and the internet. She worked
hard, coming in on weekends to finish
up on responsibilities that she couldnt
complete during the week.
At Corinthian, she was rewarded for
her extra effort.
We could make extra money if we
did trade deals, Sandy recalls. We
traded to the stations for extra spots, so
I would get paid extra for that. And for
a few years, I was making $90,000 a
year which for me was a lot of money
in those days. I was very proud of that,
Sandy said.
Now, Sandy is rewarded by helping
others through her volunteering.
It just makes me feel so good to
help people, Sandy affirms. I just
love it.

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 Aprils Right Time to Spring
Into New Fitness Studio
Grand Opening For JKVs Newest Jewel On The 20th
By Verna Chisman, Director of Wellness
Happy Spring everyone.
The month of April signifies new beginnings for many of
us, through recognition of spiritual holidays such as Passover
and Easter. However, April also signifies another new
These are exciting times for JKV and Wellness Director Ver-
na Chisman. The former Health Center is being converted
into a 6,000 square-foot Fitness Studio. Grand Opening
celebrations for the new space are set
for April 20, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Wellness Recovery) and Cardio Pump just to name a few.
Heather Guthrie and other team members have acquired
certification for these special classes, which will be beneficial
as we enhance our fitness programs. In addition, the aerobics
room will have audio visual capabilities for lectures on
fitness, nutrition and health-related topics.
After your workout, stay and enjoy a refreshing drink
or a cup of coffee and relax with your neighbors in The
Caf.
The Wellness Team has two additional announcements to
reflect new beginnings at our Fitness Studio. Our 20-plus-
year employee, Erik Nenortas, has taken on a new role as
Fitness Coordinator. Eriks expertise and passion for fitness
will be a true asset to our Fitness program.
The second announcement reflects on the inauguration
of staff and residents exercising together. This is extremely
exciting news for John Knox Village and ties in perfectly
with our 2017 focus on the 7 Dimensions of Wellness.
As a community, we encourage staff and resident
engagementas well as encouraging overall wellnessand
what better way than through exercise? With the opening
of the new Fitness Studio, there will be ample space and
equipment during off-peak hours for the staff to join the
residents and work-up a sweat.
See you at the gym, er, Fitness Studio!

beginning at John Knox Villagethats

when we will have the Grand Opening
of our John Knox Village Fitness Studio.
The Studio will be open and classes
will begin on Monday, April 17, but our
celebratory Grand Opening Reception
will be held on Thursday, April 20, from
2-4 p.m.
Within the 6,000 square-foot Fitness
Studio we will house an aerobics room,
gymnasium, assessment room and a Cafe.
The spacious Studio will provide ample
cardio and strengthening equipment,
stretching and floor exercise area, ballet
barres and an aerobics room for group
classes.
Mike Long (C), owner of Deerfield Beach-based All Jobs Concrete, helps
The Fitness team will be introducing
his team pour the foundation for John Knox Villages new Fitness Studio.
a variety of new classes for residents to
Renovation work to the former Health Center building is right on sched-
experience: Zumba, PWR (Parkinsons
ule for its Grand Opening Ceremony on April 20.

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 JKV is living well with
Health Benefits of Blazing Apple Cider Vinegar
Being a believer in homeopathic medi-
cine Im always open to the different
home remedies of the areas in which I
visit. While traveling to the rural moun-
tain region of the Berkshires not too long
ago, I learned of an old New England folk
remedy called fire cider and its numerous
healing and health properties, such as its
ability to strengthen the immune system,
detoxify the body and boost energy levels.
I soon put my own colorful spin on this
old-fashioned vinegar-based tonic and
created the perfect sweet and spicy blend
aimed at achieving maximum health ben-
efits.
I decided to change the name to Blaz-
ing Apple Cider and its now a daily part
of my health routine. So much so, that
its something I not only take for health
purposes, but I also use as a marinade for
fish and certain meats, as well as adding to
my salad dressings. Its my own twist on
this homemade tonic which many believe
heals the body from the inside out.
Its all about the ingredients, which are
all very powerful by themselves:
First you have Garlic: Lowers blood
pressure, boosts the immune system and Monthly Village Voice contributor and TV personality partner Carmel Bar-
aids in shortening the length of colds. onoff stands behind a counter full of the healthy ingredients she combines
It also helps to detoxify the body from for her Blazing Apple Cider Vinegar recipe.
harmful metals.
Horseradish Root: This stuff is pow- cluster headaches, migraine and sinus Stay healthy.
erful. When Im chopping it up it just hits headaches and is wonderful for relieving Live your dreams
you in the nose so it makes sense that it arthritis. Look for the complete recipe in next
relieves sinus discomfort. It also destroys Thyme: Tones up the circulatory sys- months Village Voice.
bacteria in the throat that causes bronchi- tem, heart, digestive system and nervous Carmel Baronoff
tis, coughs and other respiratory condi- system.
tions. Citrus Fruit: We all know the value An author, chef, TV personality, nutri-
Ginger: Ginger is good for the tum- of citrus because its packed with vita- tionist, wellness coach and trainer, Carmel
myginger ale, ginger beergreat for a min C and the role it plays in boosting the Baronoff is hostess of a locally produced
stomach ache. Its also used for morning immune system, but what you may not 30-minute health and fitness show titled
sickness and motion sickness or anytime know is that it lowers the risk of stroke Living Well With Carmel.
your stomach is feeling queasy. and helps boost your memory. The citrus John Knox Village is an underwriter of
Ground Turmeric: Turmeric is a is what adds the sweetness and great taste. the show airing nationally, as well as on
wonderful anti-oxidant that has great anti- Apple Cider Vinegar: Finally, Apple local PBS stations WPBT and WLRN. It is
inflammatory qualities, which come from Cider Vinegar. It is so popular right now a natural extension of John Knox Villages
the main compound curcumin. because of all its healing properties. Many commitment to expanding the Seven Dimen-
Onions: Improves immunity and people trying to lose weight are using sions of Wellness for its residents, a partner-
encourages the production of good cho- Apple Cider Vinegar in conjunction with ship has been forged with JKV and Carmel
lesterol. their diets, because it boosts the metabo- that includes motivational col-
Jalapeno Peppers: Helps prevent lism. umns for the Village Voice.

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 News From Spiritual Life Director
Rev. Darryl Powell
Spiritual Life Director
Passover and Easter will soon be upon
us. Monday, April 10, at sundown is the
beginning of Passover (The Feast of
Unleavened Bread) for our Jewish friends
and residents. The week from Sunday,
April 9 (Palm Sunday) through Sunday,
April 16 (Easter) is Holy Week for our
Christian friends and residents.
Travel Is The Only Thing Bought
That Makes One Richer a f e T ra v e l
Retirement
presents exciting
opportunities for
travel both in
the United States
and abroad. Safe,
enjoyable, travel
often begins with
choosing the
right method of
Fran Murphy transportation,
itinerary and
destination.
There are many options for healthy
adventurists, as well as those who require a
less strenuous itinerary. Study your options
beforehand and choose those options that
are best for you, taking into consideration
your physical condition. Here are some tips
to make your travels as safe as possible:
Consider purchasing travel insurance,
in case something unforeseen arises prior to
booking a flight or cruise.
Whether traveling at home or abroad,
always carry current medical and insurance
information with you, including an up-to-
date list of current medications and any
Advance Directives you may have.
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Darryls Doodles
Easter and Passover are celebrations
of freedom. The Israelites of the Exodus
lived out the greatest lesson history teaches
humankind that the Spirit can never be
held in slavery because its freedom rests
in God and nowhere else. (from the Hag-
gadah)
For Jews, Passover is a remembrance
and a reliving of the escape of the Israelites
from captivity in Egypt under the mighty
hand and outstretched arm of God. For
Christians, Easter is a remembrance and
reliving of Jesus death and resurrection,
which is the source of forgiveness which
brings Christians into closest communion
with God: Through Jesus Christ there is
freedom from the bondage created by our
own sinfulness.
In both faith traditions God is the cause
and source of freedom. Freedom does not
come because we sought it nor demanded
it. Freedom comes because God made the
S Tips
Carry prescription medications in
their original containers and include a few
extra days supply in case of delays. Keep
all this in your carry-on luggage in case
your bags are lost.
Prepare for possible illness or injury
during travel. Prior to leaving the country,
contact your physician who can advise you
what vaccinations are necessary.
Plan ahead in case the dreaded
Montezumas Revenge hits you, right in the
stomach. While usually not life threatening,
it is unpleasant and inconvenient and not
limited to poorer countries. Wash hands
frequently, eat food that is cooked and
served hot and stay well hydrated should
you get it. Over-the-counter drugs, such as
Imodium or Lomotil can be helpful as well.
Long-distance travelers should take
steps to prevent blood clots by frequently
exercising. Stretch calf muscles and
walk around when possible. Redness and
swelling in the affected limb are signs
that a blood clot or DVT (Deep Vein
Thrombosis) may be forming and medical
tests are necessary.
Use sunscreen and cover exposed
areas to prevent sunburn. Use insect
first move and offered it to us. The chal-
lenge to the people of both faith traditions
is to recognize the gift that came from God
to us, not because we had pleased God, but
because God has a heart of grace and love.
This is a spiritual season for self-reflec-
tion. It is a season to Make a searching
and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
Is there something that enslaves you?
Do you desperately need freedom? Alco-
hol, drugs, anger, guilt, hate, jealousy,
disappointment, fear, pornography, work,
a sick relationship, anxiety (and much,
much more) will enslave the human spirit
and destroy it. In this month in which we
celebrate Gods miracles and Gods love
for us, it would certainly be a blessing to
receive a gift of freedom given by God.
Rev. Darryl Powell
repellant, as bugs such as mosquitoes, ticks
and fleas can carry disease.
At one time bed bugs were eradicated,
however they are on the rise abroad and
in the United States. DDT was once an
effective chemical deterrent, but is now
considered unsafe. Todays chemicals
are less effective, requiring repeated
treatment and expense. Bed bugs are not
from uncleanliness and they know no
socioeconomic barriersbeing found in
the best hotels and cruise ships around the
worldprobably due to the increase in
international travel.
As this articles headline suggests,
Travel is the only thing you can buy
that makes you richer! Travel can be the
highlight of your life and contribute greatly
to your overall wellness. By selecting the
right travel opportunity, being prepared for
possible emergencies and taking some self-
care steps, retirement allows you to explore
the world, enjoy families and friends and
try activities you have always wanted to try.
Fran Murphy
Director of Compliance and Risk
Village Voice April 2017
 JKVs First Spiritual Life Symposium
David Made Us Think
By Rev. Darryl Powell, Spiritual Life Director
John Knox Village recently held its First Spiritual Life
Symposium and was attended by over 50, mostly resident
participants. David Orange presented the theme of Removing the
Fences Around God. David is a Chaplain to the Jewish community
at St. Johns Home in Rochester, NY.
He is also a community educator in matters of Jewish life, faith
and religion in general. His teaching goal is to make his students
think: About other peoples faith; about God in ways that may be
new to the student, and to think about what we believe and why.
In his opening remarks, he said he did not come to John Knox
Village to change anyones faith or religion, adding that he expected
people to disagree with him, even strongly, and that would be a
good outcome.
By the end of the three-day Symposium, we could say with
certainty that we were all challenged to think about God in ways we
have never considered before. We found some ideas that resonated
with our faith and there were A-ha! moments of clarity. We even
discovered that some of his ideas were offensive to our own images
and understanding of God. He made us think.
The first day was focused on comparing different world religions John Knox Village Spiritual Life Director Darryl Powell
and their concepts of God. We discovered many similarities between introduced Chaplain David Orange on one of the three
days in which he was the moderator of our Inaugural
Spiritual Symposium, held in the Woodlands Life Enrich-
ment Center.
energy that originally came from God and was God.
By day three, our brains were starting to tingle. Davids ideas
were becoming more challenging to understand and difficult
to incorporate into our existing ideas about God. Day three was
devoted to the question, Who and What are We?
We wrestled with understandings of The Soul from the
perspective of different faith traditions. We considered the
differences between soul, mind, consciousness, physical and
spiritual reality. We were challenged to consider that what we
truly are is not our bodies. What we are is spirit, mind and body all
intertwined. And what about reincarnation? Does it happen? Who
believes it and why? He concluded with a concept that our being
and Gods being are intertwined in ways that are closer than we can
ever comprehend.
The reactions to the Symposium have been varied. The
Chaplain David Orange was guest speaker during a intellectual challenge was stimulating. Some discovered new ideas
three-day Spiritual Symposium held in the Woodlands about God that were revealing and helpful. Some participants
Life Enrichment Center. completely disagreed with Davids ideas, but enjoyed the process
them. We explored the Biblical and historical connections between of learning. Some concluded David was a heretic.
Judaism, Islam and Christianity as all three of these major world Some participants found that in the end their own faith was
religions trace their spiritual heritage back to Abraham and Sarah. unchanged, but they are now more confident in what they believe
David challenged us to consider the ways religion has misinformed and are better prepared to articulate their faith to others. Nearly
us by perpetuating ideas about God that can be contradictory to our everyone was challenged to think about God and faith in ways that
understanding of God as All-loving, All-knowing and All-powerful, were new to them. Overall, it was an energizing, challenging and
to name a few. meaningful experience.
The second day was focused on the question, Who and What is At JKV, we strive to live the 7 Dimensions of Wellness. In
God? David talked us through definitions of energy and God the Spiritual Life Symposium experience, we lived the Spiritual,
to point out the conclusion that God is Pure energyinfinite, Intellectual, Social and Emotional dimensions. A hearty Thank
limitless energy. He challenged our brains and hearts to consider You! to everyone who invested the time to share in this experience.
that God, Pure Energy, is the source of the Big Bang theory of
creation and so all the energy and all the matter in the universe is

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 Gardens West
Sun. 2 Music with - Edie DiCaro .................... 2 p.m. Rev. Darryl Powell ................................. 3 p.m.
Mon. 3 Bible Study (all are invited) Wed. 26 Wednesday Matinee ........................... 2 p.m.
Rev. Darryl Powell ................................. 3 p.m. Thu. 27 Sing-A-Long with Gladys Smith
Wed. 5 Music at Lunch - Gary Clark ........... 12 p.m. and Bill Davidson ............................. 2:30 p.m.
Wed. 5 Wednesday Matinee ............................ 2 p.m. Fri. 28 Entertainer - Eric Werse....................... 2 p.m.
Fri. 7 Entertainer - Dan Stansfield ............... 6 p.m. Sun. 30 Music with - Cheri................................. 2 p.m.
Sun. 9 Music with - Lou Laino ....................... 2 p.m.
Mon. 10 Bible Study (all are invited) Mondays Koffee Klatch ...................................... 10 a.m.
Rev. Darryl Powell ................................. 3 p.m. Exercise Activities ............................... 11 a.m.
Wed. 12 Wednesday Matinee ........................... 2 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays
Thu. 13 Sing-A-Long with Gladys Smith Exercise Activities ................................ 9 a.m.
and Bill Davidson ............................. 2:30 p.m. Bingo ................................................. 6:30 p.m.
Fri. 14 Name That Tune - Gary Clark ............ 2 p.m. Thursday Reading Resident Flyer ................ 10 a.m.
Sun. 16 Music with - James Perkowski ............ 2 p.m. Fridays Exercise with Mimi .......................... 9:15 a.m.
Mon. 17 Bible Study (all are invited) Saturdays Word Games with Jackie Cork ..... 1:30 p.m.
Rev. Darryl Powell ................................. 3 p.m. Movies ................................................ 6 p.m.
Tue. 18 Happy Hour with the 4/01 Beaches
Music of Jerry Head .............................. 3 p.m. 4/08 Thoroughly Modern Millie
Wed. 19 Music at Lunch - Gary Clark ........... 12 p.m. 4/15 Easter Parade
Wed. 19 Wednesday Matinee ........................... 2 p.m. 4/22 Patch Adams
Fri. 21 Entertainer - Manon Robert ............... 3 p.m. 4/29 The Glen Miller Story
Sun. 23 Music with - Liz Bennet ....................... 2 p.m.
Mon. 24 Bible Study (all are invited)

Recreation
Therapy Highlights
Life Enrichment Center (LEC) Gardens West (GW) Legacy Building (LEG)
Sun. 2 Music with Edie DiCaro ........................(GW) Tues. 18 Music with Geneva ................................(LEG)
Tue. 4 Music with Geneva ................................(LEG) Tues. 18 Music with Ron Dagan .........................(LEC)
Tue. 4 Music with John Daly ...........................(LEG) Tues. 18 Happy Hour with Jerry Head................(GW)
Wed. 5 Mens Group ..........................................(LEC) Wed. 19 Music with Gary Clark ..........................(GW)
Wed. 5 Music with Gary Clark ..........................(GW) Wed. 19 Mens Group ..........................................(LEC)
Thu. 6 Music with Lou Laino...........................(LEC) Thu. 20 Music with Liz Bennett .........................(LEG)
Fri. 7 Music with Don Stanfield ......................(GW) Fri. 21 Music with Cheri ...................................(LEC)
Sun. 9 Music with Lou Laino............................(GW) Fri. 21 Music with Manon Robert .....................(GW)
Tue. 11 Bingo ......................................................(LEC) Sun. 23 Music with Liz Bennett ..........................(GW)
Tue. 11 Music with Diane ..................................(LEG) Mon. 24 Music with Adonis.................................(LEC)
Wed. 12 Lizzie Love.............................................(LEG) Tue. 25 Music with James Perkowski ................(LEG)
Wed. 12 Mens Group ..........................................(LEC) Wed. 26 Mens Group ..........................................(LEC)
Thu. 13 Resident Council Meeting ....................(LEG) Thu. 27 Music with Gladys Smith .......................(GW)
Thu. 13 Music with James Perkowski ................(LEC) Thu. 27 Bingo ......................................................(LEC)
Thu. 13 Sing-A-Long with Gladys Smith............(GW) Fri. 28 Music with Eric Werse ...........................(GW)
Fri. 14 Music with Gary Clark ..........................(GW) Fri. 28 Music with Caren Vivado......................(LEC)
Fri. 14 Poetry with Liz ......................................(LEG) Sun. 30 Music with Cheri ....................................(GW)
Sun. 16 Music with James Perkowski .................(GW)

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 Lets Meet & Welcome
RICHARD FENN CT 710
Originally from: New York City, NY
Moved from: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Previous Occupation: International Banking, Commercial
Real Estate

RICHARD LAFRANCE CT 710

Originally from: Moosup, CT
Moved from: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Richard Fenn Richard Lafrance
Previous Occupation: Theater Producer/Director
Hobbies: Cooking

GLENN DEIBERT VT 305

Originally from: Reading, PA
Moved from: Wilton Manors, FL
Previous Occupation: Financial Services Administration

DANIEL RODRIGUEZ VT 305

Originally from: Maracaibo, Venezuela
Moved from: Wilton Manors, FL
Glenn Deibert Previous Occupation: Chef Daniel Rodriguez

BEVERLY JOHNSON SG 612

Originally from: Tulsa, OK
Moved from: Elizabethtown, PA
Previous Occupation: Eastern Airlines Flight Attendant

LUCILLE BUSCEMI CT 409

Originally from: Fairview, NJ
Moved from: Coconut Creek, FL
Previous Occupation: Secretary - Thomas J. Lipton Inc.,
Admin. Asst. & Secretary - Develop.
Beverly Johnson Office, Univ. of Miami, Legal Secretary Lucille Buscemi
Lighthouse Point, FL
Hobbies: Jumble Word Puzzles, Reading,
Stock Market Research

SHIRLEY MITCHELL VT 313

Originally from: New York City, NY
Moved from: Pompano Beach, FL
Previous Occupation: Office/Bookkeeping
Hobbies: Dancing, Exercising, Reading, Walking

Shirley Mitchell

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 John Knox Village of Florida Foundation, Inc.
Take Joy in Being Part of the Story.

We Would Like to Thank You

The Annual Legacy Luncheon is a Foundation event that shows appreciation

to those who have supported this dream over the years.

On June 8, your John Knox Village Foundation will host
the annual Legacy Luncheon. This is the Charitable Gift
Annuity Luncheon which we have expanded to include all
those who have remembered John Knox Village and John
Knox Village Foundation in their estate plans.
This luncheon is our way of recognizing your gift and
saying Thank You. If you have made such a gift to the
Foundation, I hope you will let me know soon so I can make
sure you receive an invitation.
A Legacy Gift is any gift made for the Village in the
future. Charitable Gift Annuities and gifts made through your
will or trust are what we call Legacy gifts. Legacy gifts can
also be a beneficiary designation in an insurance policy or in
retirement funds such as an IRA or 403(b) retirement account.
I have also worked with residents who have made the
Foundation the designee of their investment account by filling
out a TOD form (Transfer on Death) through their investment
advisor.
All of these types of gifts qualify as Legacy gifts. As you
begin to pull together your statements and receipts for your
2016 income tax return, I hope you will review your estate
and let me know if we can help you make a difference for
John Knox Village in the future.
I recently needed to order new business cards. This is
what the back of my card looks like now:
Please consider a bequest to
The John Knox Village of Florida Foundation, Inc.
I, (name), of (city, state, zip) give, devise and bequeath to
the John Knox Village of Florida Foundation, Inc.
(written amount of percentage of estate or description of
property) for its unrestricted use and purpose,
If you would like to give this language to your financial
advisor or attorney, please feel free to come by and pick up
a card. I am pleased to help in any way I can. Of course, our
conversations and your plans are always confidential.
The Legacy Luncheon is a wonderful time for us to get
together. Please send me a note or stop by and let us know
that you have made a gift for the Village in your estate plan. It
means so much to us to be able to thank you each year.
It is nice to give with a warm hand and even nicer to be
able to thank you face to face.
Best wishes for a beautiful Spring,
Nanette Olson, Executive Director

Your tax-deductible donation will help the Foundation carry on its mission of service to the Village.

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WELLNESS UPDATE
Now that we have moved beyond 2016
and the festive holidays have passed, it is
time to review the New Years resolutions
made during the countdown to 2017.
We normally hope for happiness and
exciting discoveries and even include the
wish for a healthier lifestyle. Take a moment
to review your list of resolutions. Did it
include a promise to be more active, eat
healthier, or shed a few pounds?
It is very likely that at least one of your
resolutions involved some sort of exer-
cise. The benefits of regular exercise are
manylower blood pressure and choles-
terol, reduced risk of cardiovascular disease
and Type II diabetes. Exercise also builds
strength and improves cognitive thinking.
So why is it so hard to stick with an exer-
cise routine? If you have not yet put your
fitness plan into action, you are not alone.
Research shows that close to 71 percent of
Americans make good on their fitness prom-
ises for about two weeks and less than 50
percent fulfill their fitness goals. Regardless
of how many days you have marked off the
calendar since January 1st, there are ways to
renew your vows to fitness. Here are a few
motivational tips:
Set a start date. Once you have made
the decision to restart your fitness program,
declare the start date with a mark on your
calendar.
NUTRITION NOTES
PD & Nutrition - Choose Best Fuel Possible
Parkinsons Disease (PD) is a neurodegen-
erative brain disorder that progresses slowly in
most people. Symptoms are very individual-
ized and in some people, symptoms may take
years to develop, and they live for years with
the disease.
PD occurs when a persons brain slowly
stops producing a neurotransmitter called
dopamine, which is essential to relaying mes-
sages in the brain that control movement and
emotions. At this time, there is no cure for
PD and many of us know a family member or
friend who is affected by this disease.
There are four areas of focus to consider
when living with PD: Nutrition, bone density,
constipation and weight loss. When it comes to
nutrition, its important to avoid fad diets and
eat foods from all food groups. When you eat
a variety of foods you get the energy, miner-
als, vitamins, protein and fiber you need to be
healthy.
Village Voice April 2017
Recommit To Fitness
Designate a specific time for your
workout. If you are a morning person, plan
your workouts prior to the afternoon. If you
have more energy in the afternoon or eve-
ning, schedule your workout then.
Set small and reasonable goals. Set-
ting goals that are challenging, but possible
to obtain, give you the drive to do the work.
Losing 15 pounds in one week or running 10
miles a day are not realistic goals and chanc-
es are youll become discouraged and discon-
tinue the entire regimen.
Start by committing to just 10 min-
utes a day. Then gradually increase your
time. A 10-minute walk, or bike ride, flies by
in no time. Take the time to build confidence
and stamina, and eventually increase your
workout. Within weeks you will feel a natural
desire to increase your time.
Participate in exercises you like.
Everyone has a preference when it comes
to exercise. Your fitness program should be
enjoyable and easy to engage. If you are
not interested in the machines in the gym,
take a group exercise class. If you prefer
walking outdoors, skip the use of an indoor
treadmill. You are most likely to stick to an
exercise routine you enjoy and are familiar
with.
Record your workout as a way to
check your progress. Tracking your results
along the way helps keep you motivated
Choose to eat complex carbohydrates and
whole grain products that are low fat, low-sat-
urated fat and low in cholesterol to reduce your
risk of heart attack and certain types of can-
cer. It is also important to select foods high in
antioxidants (which are important for overall
brain health). These include brightly colored
and dark fruits and vegetables. Think of your
body as a car and choose the best fuel possible
to make it run smoother.
Bone density may be affected by a
decreased, or lack, of mobility due to the dis-
eases process. If you have PD, its important
to have regular bone density scans provided by
physicians. Bone density decreases as we get
older, especially when physical activity also
decreases.
Vitamin D and Calcium will help you main-
tain bone density. Some foods rich in Vitamin
D include: Herring, sardines, yolks, flounder,
cod, milk, soymilk, fortified orange juice, and
and focused. Recording your progress also
reveals the gains you will make in strength
and endurance. Before and after pictures are
other tools to view your success.
Get a workout partner. Make your
workout sessions a time for social interac-
tion. Exercising with someone is fun and
holds both partners accountable to the fitness
plan. A partner can encourage you to keep
pushing. Working out with a spouse, or sig-
nificant other, also has its perks. Studies have
shown that exercising with a loved one can
boost the quality of your romantic relation-
ship. Bottom line: Couples that sweat togeth-
er, stay together.
Switch it up. Avoid the monotony of
a mastered workout routine and add variety
to your program. You may discover a new
fitness passion you were not aware of. The
John Knox Village Fitness Professionals are
always available to review and revive your
workout, while recommending new and
exciting challenges.
Dont be hard on yourself. When inci-
dents arise outside of your control you may
be unable to work out. But dont let a bump
in the road deter you from achieving your
goals. Continue where you left off and strive
toward higher gains.
Celebrate your successes. Be proud
of your accomplishments and the results you
Continued on page 28
fortified rice. Other foods rich in Calcium
include dark leafy greens, cheese, low fat milk,
yogurt, Bok choy, fortified tofu, okra, broc-
coli, green beans, almonds, and fish canned
with their bones. Always remember to speak to
your physician if you are considering dietary
supplements instead of real foods to make sure
there are no contraindications with the medica-
tions you are taking.
Constipation is another concern with PD
due to decreased motility (muscle contrac-
tions) from your GI tract. This is related to
brain signals not being transmitted properly
and a decrease in mobility. Individuals, who
do not drink enough water, have a diet low in
fiber and a decrease in physical activity are at a
higher risk for constipation.
Also, the use of antacids, eating too much
dairy and the use of strong pain medicines,
antidepressants and iron pills are possible
Continued on page 29
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 All In The Family
New Gardens West Administrator Is Renovations Coordinators Daughter
By Michael Barnes, Village Voice Contributor

Its a family affair for the McIntyre clan
at John Knox Village.
Christine McIntyre started a little over
a year ago as the 10-Year Renovations
Coordinator. Her daughter Kelly started
as the Gardens West Administrator in
February.
It should be noted, when strolling
about campus among John Knox Village
employees, that your eyes are indeed
working and youre not seeing double.
My mother has introduced me to
several people around campus, the
26-year old Boca Raton native said.
Everyone seems to already know we are
related because we look so much alike.
For the first week, I would get wow-you-
look-like-her comments which is good to
hear.
Kelly studied Health Service
Administration at the University of
Central Florida. During her time at UCF,
she volunteered at the Lifecare Center of
Florida nursing home where she helped
out in activities and familiarized herself
with senior communities.
That really excited me and I wanted
to learn everything there was to know
about nursing homes and assisted living
facilities, Kelly recalled of her volunteer
experience.
After graduation, Kelly returned to
South Florida and immersed herself
in Core Training for Assisted Living,
Facilities. She then worked at ACTS
Edgewater Pointe Estates to complete the
six-month Administrator-in-Training and
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator
(NHA) programs. After training and
passing the NHA exams, she took a job at
Golfcrest Healthcare Center, a Signature
HealthCARE long-term healthcare and
rehabilitation facility.
Her time there was an eye-opener.
I managed about five departments,
Kelly recalls. I learned on my own what I
was supposed to be doing.
That training paid off and led her to
John Knox Village where she is grateful
of the support of the community and her
supervisor Bill Pickhardt, Director of
Home & Community-Based Services.
We are excited to have Kelly on our
team, leading Gardens West Assisted
Living, Bill told the Village Voice. She
is a bright, energetic professional and has Kelly McIntyre, whose mother Christine
jumped in with both feet. Kelly brings a also works at John Knox Village, is new
perfect combination of formal education administrator at Gardens West.
and dual licensing (both Nursing Home
Administrator and Assisted Living CORE Kellys next challenge is to bring
Training) along with fire and passion. electronic records to Gardens West. The
As part of her 90-day orientation, Bill PointClickCare system is used elsewhere
drafted a training document, detailing key on campus and Kelly would like to bring
points of Kellys responsibilities, what this cloud-based platform to Gardens West,
was essential and what she could take time where each nurse would have a laptop and
learning. manage paperwork for the 55 residents.
Paperwork is Kellys biggest challenge Kelly is facing the challenges of her
in her new job. new position and thrilled to be a part of the
She has four filing cabinets in her JKV family.
office stuffed with binders spelling I am very excited to be part of the
out regulations. The ALS Regulatory community, she said. Its such a great
Guide has eight sections with some 300 growth opportunity for me and a great way
regulations, such as how high a sink is in for me to work for a community that is
the bathroom. always growing.

FLiCRA Flash
The Legislative Committee and FLiCRA Committee
have scheduled a joint meeting on Thursday, May 11, at
2 p.m. The groups will invite two local candidates, who
were successfully elected in November, to address John
Knox Village residents on local issues. Three employees were recently honored for their years of service
Join us and become more informed senior citizens. to John Knox Village. Along with their supervisors recognition,
President Gerry Stryker (L) celebrated the 10-year anniversaries of
Rudy Frei, President, JKV Chapter 26, VT 913
Carol Frei, Senate Legislative Committee Chairman, VT-913 Eileen Dooley with Bill Moll, Lynn Manolis with Despie Graham and
Fredericka Walters with Leslie Schlienger. Congratulations.
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 Joanne Allen Nancy Flavell June Peterson
Jack Douglas Theodore Majdiak Louila Watson
Phyllis Minehan

Donations To The Village

Donations received during the month of February 2017
To John Knox Village Harris Family Trust Mertz, Harriet
Schmidt, Franklin Sams, Harriett
Employee Scholarship Fund in memory of Louila Watson
Cason, Ernest & Maude Unrestricted Fund
through the Cason Trust The Woodlands Fund Broaddus, Don
Haun, Twylah & David Al-Anon Clark, Anna
Knowles, Lee & Jackie Bradley, Barbara in memory of Betty Fifer
Mertz, Harriet in memory of Louila Watson Gambino, Madeline & Raymond
Schmidt, Franklin Cardinal, Beverly Graff, Mary Jane
Evans, Jane & Roy in memory of Louila Watson
To John Knox Village Foundation in memory of Louila Watson Harper, Sally
Fry, Lois in honor of John Knox Village
Benevolent Endowment Fund in memory of Louila Watson Woodshop Staff
Cuddy, Joyce & James Haun, Twylah & David Heger, David & Raiten, Kenneth
Johnson, Herb Huizenga, Jack
Chapel Endowment Fund Kaufman, Beth & Steven Kinsey, Reba
Michel, Fred & Irene Knowles, Lee & Jackie in memory of Gertrude Synnestvedts
through the Michel Trust Lamberton, Chris cat, Madelyn
Matthews, Nancy Lee Leip, Vera
in memory of Bob Anderson,
Chapel/Village Centre McDermott, Mary Sue
Ted Majdiak & Louila Watson
Maintenance Fund Milanovich, Rosie & Bob
Loree, Sally & Paul
Bishop, Claire & George Olson, Nanette & Mark
Matthews, Nancy Lee
Lowy, Gary Rayner, Mark
in memory of Louila Watson
in honor of Darryl Powell Richard, Gloria More Jr., Anthony
Redd, Carol in honor of entire staff at the
Maggie Goetz Birds Fund in memory of Louila Watson Woodlands
Davis, Dee & Ron Rotary Club of John Knox Village Shepherd, Fannie
in memory of Herschell Lewis & Schmidt, Franklin in honor of Daphne Preval &
Shirley Woods Stryker, Gerald & Carol Dumond Tiana Thompson at the
Gilbert, George Woodlands Dove House
in memory of Shirley Woods Toshiko Inouye Fund Stephens, Elinor
Kisshauer, Phyllis Harrison, Fran
Lewis, Margo in honor of Jane Lusk-Smith Wellness Park Fund
in memory of Shirley Woods Harrison, Fran Kline, Gloria
in memory of Louila Watson in honor of David Jenkins
Rose Garden/Oak Tree Fund Richard, Gloria
Celia, Retha Wings on the Water Fund
Transportation Fund Lewis, Margo
Resident Assistance Fund Heger, David & Raiten, Kenneth in memory of Herschell Lewis
Cason, Ernest & Maude Landers, Lee
through the Cason Trust in memory of Louila Watson

January
Village Voice April 2017
2017 Page 23
 In Good Taste:
This Twist On Traditional Shepherds Pie Recipe Is Jolly Good
We dont have an English theme in this
months Voice, however Executive Chef
Mark Gullusci has twisted his Shepherds
pie recipe that is, well, Jolly Good!
Chef Mark notes that Shepherds pies are
made with lamb or mutton. When made with
ground beef, the meal becomes Cottage pie,
which is what he has illustrated here.
The Brits created the recipe as a way for
frugal housewives to utilize leftovers.
Potatoes were introduced to Europe in
1520 by the Spanish, however it was not
until the 18th Century when English cooks
embraced the now popular tuber.
Here is Chef Marks Cottage pie recipe.
Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 lbs. ground beef
cup peas
cup pearl onions
(thawed and saute until browned)
Diced carrots
1 bulb shallot
tsp. thyme
tsp. oregano
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
to taste
cup corn
Recipe of the Month
1 pint beef stock
1 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. All Purpose flour
Mashed potatoes:
1 lb. russet potatoes
2 oz. butter
1 cup milk
2 oz. grated parmesan cheese (one
ounce for mixing in the mashed pota-
toes and one for topping the potatoes
before baking to help with browning.
Method:
Heat 1 tbsp. salad oil in skil-
cubing potatoes into 2-inch cubes.
let and brown ground beef until all pink is Place enough cold water to cover pota-
gone. Strain beef in colander to remove all toes and bring to boil until potatoes are ten-
fat. In same skillet add shallots, carrots and der, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Test
pearl onions and saute 4 minutes. Season by sticking with a fork, fork should go into
with thyme, oregano, kosher salt and pep- potatoes easily. Strain potatoes and place
per to your liking. Add cooked beef to skillet back in pot, add butter, milk, 1 tbsp. parme-
and add 1 tbsp. of AP flour. Mix flour in to san cheese, salt and pepper and mash until
absorb any fat. Set aside. smooth.
In a separate pot add 1 tbsp. butter, melt Spread potatoes on top of meat mixture
the butter and add 1 tbsp flour. Next add and spread out evenly over meat mixture,
beef stock and heat until boiling and thick- sprinkle 1 tbsp. of grated parmesan cheese
ened. Add this mixture to beef mixture and over potatoes and put in 400-degree oven
mix. Place mixture into a casserole dish big until light browning appears. Remove and
enough to hold. let rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Make mashed potatoes by peeling and

John Knox Home Health Agency

TUESDAY, APRIL 4 THURSDAY, APRIL 6

John Knox Home Health Agency, Inc.
presents a lecture:
Learn the Therapeutic Value of Essential Oils
Being Used in Hospitals
By Bettina-Moench, RN
From Broward Health Imperial Point
11 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room of the Auditorium
John Knox Home Health Agency, Inc.
presents a lecture:
The Art of Aging Creatively
By Dr. Hazel Wiley, MD, Neurologist, Director of Broward
Health Norths Memory Disorder Center
From Broward Health Imperial Point
2:30 p.m. in the Hibiscus Room of the Auditorium

THURSDAY, APRIL 13
Diabetic Support Group Meeting
10:30 a.m. in the
Human Resources Conference Room
of the Professional Building
TUESDAY, APRIL 18
John Knox Home Health Agency, Inc.
presents a lecture:
Love Your Healthy Heart-What You Really Need to Know!
By Phyllis Ahern, RN
From Broward Health Imperial Point
11 a.m. in the Hibiscus Room of the Auditorium

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Village Voices Will Bring Music To Your Ears
Signature Performance Set For April 21
The voices of the Villagers and the Noteables will bring music to residents
ears in a joint performance April 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium.
The voices of the Villagers, the Noteables and special guest artists will be heard
on Friday, April 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. A preview of what is to come
was featured as the Noteables opened Spring Scene on March 29 and 30, and the
Villagers closed the same shows.
The Noteables are the ladies chorus of John Knox Village. They have sung at
Gardens West, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and for P.E.O. Chapter CG in the
Village Towers. Other concerts have been at Northeast Focal Point, St. Henrys
Catholic Church, the Festival Flea Market, Gladys Smiths 100th birthday party
and for the JKV Rotary Club.
The non-auditioned group, started by Harriet Mertz seven years ago, loves to
sing and brings that love to all the groups mentioned above. Now it is time to for
them to sing their hearts out for JKVs residentsshowing just how much fun
music can be.
The Villagers are the mens chorus of JKV. They have sung for the Birthday Party
and at Gardens West. Other concerts have included
First Presbyterian Church in Ft. Lauderdale, Coral
Ridge Presbyterian Church, the Retired Educators
of Broward County and they are sponsored by the
JKV Rotariansthe Knox Rocks programs of the
last several years that raised money for the new
Woodlands center.
The group was started by Ron Davis nine years
ago and has won kudos from both residents and
county-wide audiences. This will be the first year
that the two groups have joined in the same program.
Both groups are now directed by resident Elaine
McNamara and accompanied by Christopher Toth,
who directed the Villagers last year as Elaine
accompanied. Switching roles has just raised the
excitement of the musical offerings. Both Elaine and
Chris have many years of experience in providing
successful music programs.
The April 21 concert will carry a Broadway
theme and feature popular selections from South
Pacific, Gypsy, How to Be Successful in
Business Without Really Trying, The New Moon,
Kismet, Betsy, Easter Parade, Annie Get
Your Gun, Fiddler on the Roof, Carnival, No-
No Nanette, Kiss Me Kate, Call Me Madam,
Carousel and Flower Drum Song.
The evening will also feature East Lake resident
Angela Bomford as she shares her wonderful singing
and acting talent again. All residents are invited to
this signature event on Friday, April 21, at 7:30 p.m.
in the Auditorium.

GREEN HOUSE Training - The First of Many

The Woodlands at John Knox Village hosted its first of many
Green House Core Educator Training Workshops, in March.
Key leaders from THE GREEN HOUSE Project organization
came to John Knox Village and met with future GH Educators
from around the country, as they prepare to either open, or bolster
training, at their respective communities.
The trainees enjoyed using the training room for a five-day
session and visited many of the 12 open and operating Green
House homes in The Woodlands.
The classroom training was enhanced by daily team-building
exercises, guest speakers (Educators and Guides) from JKV,
interactions with the Elders, Shahbazim and Nurses in the homes.
Mark Rayner, Director of Administration at The Woodlands,
elaborated that the first-ever training class held at John
Knox Village was a huge success filled with many learning
opportunities, which were only surpassed with the incredible Key leaders from THE GREEN HOUSE Project and future
food served to all by the Executive Chef [Mark Gullusci] and Green House educators traveled from around the country to
his team. the Woodlands for a five-day training session in March.
The Green House staff appreciated the use of the community
and is looking forward to their next training event.
Village Voice April 2017 Page 25
 Real Home, Meaningful Life,
Empowered Staff, Quality Care
RNs, LPNs, and CNAs Available 24-hours 7-days a week.
John Knox Home
Health Agency, Inc.
Dedicated to providing quality, compassionate care and
concierge services to support the residents of
John Knox Village and the surrounding community.
Individualized care in your home to enhance
the quality of life for our clients and their families.
550 John Knox Village Blvd. (SW 3rd Street)
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
(954) 783-4009 HHA 20601096
Dinner Outing this month is to
Sage French Cafe and Wine Bar
Wednesday, the 17th
This charming caf in Fort Lauderdale has been serving French
country food for 21 years. Owner-Chef Laurent Tasic studied at
Le Cordon Bleu, the world-renowned culinary institute in Paris
and had owned restaurants in France, Monaco, and Martinique.
The cost will be $42, which will include, soup or salad, entre,
dessert, escort and transportation. Contact Judy for reservations
(954) 783-4039.
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Sarandon a Hilarious,
Sweet-Natured, Nuisance
See The Meddler April 14th in Auditorium
Movie
Review
By Michael Barnes
Village Voice Contributor
A helicopter parent is one who takes an overprotective or exces-
sive interest in the life of their child, according to Google.
Susan Sarandon lifts this oft-derisive term to hilarious new
heights in the comedy-drama The Meddler, where she plays Mar-
nie Minervini, a widowed woman who good-naturedly bungles into
the business of others, mainly her daughter Lori, to compensate for
the loss of her husband.
Marnie is the kind of older woman who offers advice to people
who dont ask for it and books her daughters shrink to try and extract
information on Loris fragile mental state after a bad breakup.
She meddles, but means well. She gives rides to an Apple Store
employee who teaches her how to use her iPhone. Flush with her
husbands cash, she also offers to pay for wedding vows for one
of Loris friends whose name escapes Marnie and is referred to as
whats-her-name.
Definitely not on the rebound from her husband, Marnie literally
runs away from men who express interest in her or outright attacks
them. That changes and the plot tightens when Marnie meets Zipper,
an aw-shucks security guard played by J.K. Simmons, who tends to a
flock of chickens and rides, not a motorcycle, but a Harley Davidson.
Marnie must learn to let someone in instead of earnestly prying
into others lives. My favorite part of The Meddler is a key visual
motif. Writer and director Lorene Scafaria has Marnie repeatedly
staring into a rotating ceiling fan in the dead of the night. The ceil-
ing fan symbolizes Marnies life where she is going in circles being
a nuisance to friends and family to subconsciously dealing with the
death of husband Joey.
The Meddler skewers a particular type of older, provincial
American woman who cant stop asking you about your relation-
ship status and ends up suffocating you in her embrace. The film is
critical, but finds the sweet spot in Marnies journey from meddle-
some nuisance to empowered elder who takes on relationships on her
terms. When you see The Meddler, you will say I know someone
like that and laugh and cry along Marnies journey.
The Meddler plays in the Village Centre Auditorium on
Friday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Village Voice April 2017
 Team Members on the Move
What is more exciting than welcoming new employee members
to the John Knox Village family?
Here are some of our newest staff members who will help JKV
reach the concierge-level of customer service for which we strive.

Kelly McIntyre is our new Michelle Makielski takes the Miguel Ruiz will be a new
Assisted Living Manager in role of HR Training and Bistro Cook
Gardens West Development Generalist

Eva Laing is a Benjy Sanozier is a Teresa Matthews is a

new Shahbaz new Shahbaz new Car/Bus Driver

e G l a d
Wer Here!
Yo u r e
Tara Williams will be our new Kenya Roper takes the position
Human Resources Generalist as Human Resources Assistant

Village Voice April 2017 Page 27

 WELLNESS The Woodlands at
UPDATE
Continued from page 21 John Knox Village
have achieved. Even the smallest achievements
should be celebrated. The completion of a fitness
challenge or goal is enough to be praised. Go
beyond the goal youve reached and look toward
other possibilities in fitness.
Recommitting to an exercise program can be
difficult, especially if some time has lapsed in
between. Just because the year is in full swing,
doesnt mean you cant get back into action. We
here at John Knox Village understand the impor-
tance of health and wellness and strive to promote
and provide an environment that embraces active
healthy living. We are currently in the process of
expanding our fitness center to the first floor of
the Legacy building in the middle of April.
Our new name will be John Knox Village Fit-
ness Studio. This expansion will better accom-
modate our residents of all fitness levels. We can-
not wait to see you there and help you attain your The Woodlands at John Knox Village offers quality care and innovative
fitness goals.
Marsha Dixon, B.S.
rehab services to our residents and the greater community.
Fitness Professional
Utilizing The Green House model of care Meaningful Life in a Real
Home with Empowered Staff it features 12 Green House homes
with 144 private suites and bathrooms that surround a
hearth living room, family-style dining area and open kitchen.
Our Shahbazim create a loving environment and develop deep knowing
relationships with the guests to provide the best possible care.
In addition, visit our Fitness Center, Rejuvenate Spa services
and the new Palm Bistro.
(954) 247-5800
www.WoodlandsJKV.com
Join the Silver Scribers Class and learn how
to publish your own book. The class, offered
each month, is taught by Marty Lee, an expert
writer, publisher and photographer. The next
class will be Thursday, the 20th, at 10 a.m.
in the Cassels Tower Party Room. There is
no charge for the classes. Just pay for printing
costs when your publication is finished. Call 700 SW 4th Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Marketing to register at (954) 783-4040. SNF1258096

John Knox Village

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 News from Administration
Continued from page 3
embrace continuous improvement in providing extraordinary
service.
I would be interested in learning from our JKV extended
family what your experiences have been like. What are our
hits? What are our misses and what can we do better to turn
our misses into hits?
I look forward to your encouragement and honest feed-
back that will continue to help all of us who create Wow
Moments that make us smile.
Gerry Stryker
NUTRITION NOTES
Continued from page 21
culprits for constipation. To assist with constipation, try to drink
more fluids and beware of liquids containing caffeine such as tea,
coffee and sodas, as these may have a diuretic and dehydrating
Continued from page 5
effect. Furthermore, try to choose whole grains, cereals and pastas
April 5 Tour The Wick Museum in Fort Lauderdale and fruits such as bananas, pears, avocadoes, berries, apples, straw-
from 3-6 p.m. Cost is $52 and includes appetizers, cocktails, berries, oranges, figs, raisins and prunes. Legumes, nuts and seeds
entertainment and transportation to and from JKV. Meet at such as lentils, baked beans, almonds and pecans will also help
the Village Centre for pick up at 2:15 p.m. Reservations a decrease the risk of constipation.
must. Lastly, PD may result in weight loss and this may be uninten-
April 5 Gold Coast Jazz performance in the tional due to depression and difficulties with eating, such as swal-
Auditorium from 6:30-7:30 p.m. lowing. Remember tremors may cause weight loss due to increase
April 6 Cooking Demonstration with Executive in energy use. As a result, they may cause difficulties holding and
Chef Mark Gullusci and Living Well With Carmel star manipulating eating utensils.
Carmel Baronoff in the Auditorium from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Weight loss may cause muscle loss and creates a snowball effect
Samples will be provided. Reservations a must. where mobility, balance and daily tasks are affected. It is essential
April 6 South Florida Symphony Orchestra that you allow for adequate amount of time to eat. To help you stim-
performance of Untamed Spirit, starting at 7:30 p.m. at ulate your appetite, add exercise and choose high calorie foods that
the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Call Judy in you enjoy, when possible.
Wellness Lifestyle for additional information (954) 783- Eat small meals throughout the day and take advantage of times
4039. when you have more energy. Remember that if you or a loved one
April 7 Pompano Beach Cultural Arts Center has been diagnosed with PD, you are not alone.
Presentation from President Alyona Ushe. Get an update on John Knox Village is very fortunate to have a Parkinsons Sup-
the city of Pompano Beachs new crown jewel. port group that meets the third Tuesday of every month in the Hibis-
April 7 Gallery Crawl. See more than 70 pieces of cus room at 2 p.m. If you have any questions or concerns regarding
artin each mediumthroughout the apartment building the group contact resident David Thomson at (954) 366-4794.
lobbies of Heritage, Village, Cassels and East Lake, the Wishing you a Healthy, Active and Supportive Life-
Auditorium, the Patio Dining Room and Woodlands Life style within our Community.
Enrichment Center from 2-4 p.m. Refreshments will be By Wendy Chuy, NDTR
served in each location.
April 8 Specatular Saturday with Young Artists
from the Florida Grand Opera in the Auditorium from 6-8
p.m. No charge. Call Judy in Wellness Lifestyle for more
information (954) 783-4039.
Call Wellness-Lifestyle for more information and to
make reservations at (954) 783-4039 or visit the John Knox
Village website at (www.JohnKnoxVillage.com).

Computer Help and

Inflation Fighter Training in your home.
Electrical cost per unit Slow machines and most
Feb. 2017 ........$112.48 Feb. 2016 ........ $118.20 problems solved.
Electrical cost per Kilowatt
Feb. 2017 ........0.08 Feb. 2016 ........ 0.08 Village References Available

954-302-30 1 1
Water Bill
Feb. 2017 ........$29,329 Feb. 2016 ........ $25,496

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Important Resident and Family Life Contact Numbers

ALL MAINTENANCE ISSUES 24 HOURS / 7 DAYS/WEEK: (954) 783-4030
ALL JOHN KNOX VILLAGE EMERGENCIES: (954) 783-4054
WELLNESS NURSING: (954) 783-4004

ACCOUNTING (Questions about your monthly bill, call Shirley Regan) ................................................... (954) 783-4048
ACTIVITIES (Questions or to sign up for upcoming programs, call Judy Dahl) ..........................................(954) 783-4039
CART SERVICE (Call for a cart or to book a local car trip, call Elsa Bonilla)................................................(954) 784-4733
CASSELS TOWER FRONT DESK................................................................................................................(954) 783-4036
DINING ROOM (For reservations or delivery)...................................................................................... (954) 783-4065
DIXIE GATE (SW 6th Street Entrance) .................................................................................................. (954) 784-4732
FOUNDATION (For questions about making donations, call Executive Director Nanette Olson)............ (954) 784-4757
HERITAGE TOWER FRONT DESK......................................................................................................... (954) 784-4737
HOUSEKEEPING (Questions regarding Housekeeping schedule, call Lynn Manolis).................................(954) 784-4727
MAIN GATE (SW 3rd Street, John Knox Village Blvd. Entrance) ............................................................. (954) 783-4079
MAINTENANCE (To report a maintenance issue) ................................................................................ (954) 783-4030
PNC BANK (Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.)............................................................ (954) 781-0816
REJUVENATE (SALON) (Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) ....... (954) 783-4013
RAS CUROSITY SHOP (Tuesdays, 9-11 a.m., Thursdays, 2-4 p.m., and Wednesdays, Furniture 2-4 p.m.)(954) 784-4753
RESIDENT RELATIONS/SOCIAL WORK (Call Joanne Avis)..........................................................................(954) 783-4023
SWITCHBOARD/MAILING SERVICES/CHANNEL 92 UPDATES (Call Lynne Hunt)......................................(954) 783-4000
VILLAGE MART (Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon)........................................................................... (954) 784-4760
VILLAGE TOWERS FRONT DESK.......................................................................................................... (954) 783-4056
WELLNESS NURSES (For 24-hour emergency care/assessment)........................................................... (954) 783-4004
WOODLANDS FRONT DESK................................................................................................................ (954) 247-5800

Get Acquainted Get Involved
John Knox Village Resident Senate Officers (numbers listed in Directory)
President: Tom McKay ......................................................................................................................... HT 403
Vice President: Jan Spalding .................................................................................................................. LS 401
Secretary: Nancy Custance..................................................................................................................... NE 613
Treasurer: Marcia Ellington ................................................................................................................... HT 404
At Large: Diane Barton ............................................................................................................................ LS 317
At Large: David Haun.............................................................................................................................. HT 914
At Large: Elizabeth Cobb ......................................................................................................................... EL 110

Committee Chairs:
Communications: Diane Dalsimer........................................................................................................... LS 111
Dining Services: Ann Archard.................................................................................................................. LS 203
Fiscal: Bea Wilbur.................................................................................................................................... LS 403
Gardens West: Eleanor Smith ................................................................................................................. LS 407
Health Center: Peggy Golden................................................................................................................. SG 500
Legislative: Carol Frei ..............................................................................................................................VT 913
Library: Sally Loree ................................................................................................................................. HT 100
Long Range Planning: Diane Barton ....................................................................................................... LS 317
Operations: Building, Grounds and Renovations: Jim Brown................................................................ LS 612
Operations: Security and Transportation: Boots Maurer ...................................................................... LS 810
Wellness: Sally Harper ............................................................................................................................ LS 313
Volunteer Services: John Dalsimer ......................................................................................................... LS 111

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 Ooh La La, A Taste Of France: Outing to
Sage French Caf and Wine Bar
Join Us Wednesday, April 1th
This months Dinner Outing is to
Sage French Caf and Wine Bar in
Ft. Lauderdale. This charming caf has been
serving French country food for 21 years.
Owner-Chef Laurent Tasic studied at
Le Cordon Bleu, the world-renowned
culinary institute in Paris and owned
restaurants in France, Monaco, and
Martinique. The cost will be $42,
which will include soup or salad, entre,
dessert, escort and transportation.
Contact Judy for reservations
(954) 783-4039.

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John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is dedicated to providing an environment of
whole person wellness in which the people we serve thrive.
John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is committed to supporting our employees,
partners and the greater community.
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For more information call the Marketing Department at (954) 783-4040.

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