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The happenings at
FALL 2021
Friendship Village &
Landmark Commons
CEO’s Desk
Celebrate, Celebrate,
Celebrate and Celebrate
yet some more!
We are and as noted in Velda’s article, the the noise and dust/dirt and the parking
celebrating! current Director Emily Riedemann has issues and everything else that they have
Yes, quieter grown up at Rosewood. Emily’s obvious had to endure these past two years. It
than planned love for those living at Rosewood shows has been an extremely tough time for
because it’s not in everything she does and is emulated in them-especially for those residents living
yet safe to throw the staff she leads there. right next to the build. And then we can
a huge party!! add living through a build while enduring
However, we At Landmark Commons we are living in a pandemic. Our residents are
are celebrating. celebrating 14 years of “pretirement rock stars!
August 16 living” and that is extremely hard to
Lisa Gates our first new believe! Kayla’s article celebrates Butch So yes, we are celebrating. And yes, we
President & CEO residents moved and Mary Ann Mixdorf and their lives will have a grand opening for all to come
into their new well lived. Butch taught some of our staff to (we are hoping for November now).
homes at Village Terrace. Yes, Village at school so he in a sense has come There will be music, good food, tours,
Terrace is OPEN! New family members full circle with people here! Their story good food, a few speeches and more
are moving in! The Village Terrace project showcases what Friendship Village good food! We need a time to officially
began in earnest just over 4 years ago and the lifecare concept is all about. thank our partners that helped make
with the last two years being the actual Landmark Commons will miss Butch and things happen: Greystone Consulting,
building. Work continues on our Health Mary Ann living among them but now RDL Architects, Larson Construction
Center and that is projected to open Butch will live very close to Mary Ann and and all the subcontractors, Studio 121
December 2021. The first time anyone can easily visit her. Interior Design, BankIowa and Bankers
who walks into Village Terrace feels a Trust. I know I have forgotten some
sense of warmth and comfort clothed in And of course, we celebrate It Takes but it isn’t intentional! I cannot forget
beauty. Hopefully, you can see that in A Village Child Care! How can we not thanking the Board for their support and
the pictures. I was gobsmacked the first when having the “littles” close by has encouragement nor can I forget to thank
time I went into the building after it was enhanced our residents lives? Having my team that rallied around and either
furnished. You will be too! little arms give you a hug makes you feel helped directly in this project or kept all
better each and every time. We are so the other fires burning so attention could
We are also celebrating the 25th thankful to be able to have them as a part be given to Village Terrace being built.
anniversary of Rosewood Estate. What a of our family. Our residents, employees Thank you to each and every one of you.
great partnership with Allen Hospital (now and the community in general benefit
Unity Point) this has been. Rosewoods’ from It Takes A Village. Thank you to Mission Statement
model brings another option to living life Mary Janssen for contributing her article.
to the fullest as we age. It is a beautiful
Through faith we inspire,
place with a smaller community. The And we celebrate with our residents for connect and honor those on
staff there are dedicated to Rosewood having made it through construction and their retirement journey.
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It Takes A Village Child Care
Child Care, it seems to be a “hot topic” in was to recruit and retain workforce and to
Iowa but also across the United States. In guarantee quality child care availability. Mary
Janssen
the last 5 years, Iowa has seen a decline Friendship Village met that goal and
Children and
in 33% of the total number of child care added another bonus to their child Family Services
programs. Black Hawk County saw a care setting, multi-generational care. Director
34% decline, but we also saw good. Each week residents schedule time to
volunteer and do activities with It Takes
In the last 3 years, Black Hawk County A Village children in care. Each week supports the resident, but research
has welcomed a few new centers to the they schedule larger group time where shows it also supports the social
area. Each of the programs have one the children and residents come together emotional development of a child.
thing in common and that is that they to do activities. The vision of It Takes A
were started within a business. Their goal Village Child Care was not only to recruit With the Child Care Crisis looming it is
and retain workforce but also to provide reassuring and comforting to know that
multi-generational care and activities to Friendship Village not only cares about
support their residents. This not only their employees but the people they serve.
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Velda
Phillips
Former
Friendship
Village CEO
Is it old – or is it new?
As we pause to recognize the 25th country and enjoy chef-prepared meals, comfortable living units plus the
Anniversary of Rosewood Estate in housekeeping, van transportation, an convenience of helpful services when/
the shadows of Village Terrace, I am active lifestyle without the strain of snow- if desired adds an enticing option for
reminded of the longevity of a senior shoveling. Or move in for a few weeks seniors. Enhanced services include not
living home like Rosewood. Even for additional recovery time following only lawn and building maintenance but
though the structure has reached the hospitalization. Move in for safety due to dining, camaraderie among neighbors,
25th milestone, the interiors have been memory lapses. Or, just move in because activities, transportation, and the access
rehabbed over the years to remain you like it! to homecare. Homecare can be arranged
current. But the key is that the program through family assistance, outside
remains fluid and fresh. Rosewood As Rosewood approaches the next agencies, and/or Friends at Home.
was the culmination of conversations 25 years, the model of attractive, Friends at Home is a 24/7 Home Health
between Larry Pugh (former CEO of
Allen Memorial Hospital) and Stan
Shuster (former co-owner of Shuster
Companies) modeled after successful
projects in Minneapolis. After a slower
than anticipated fill-up, Friendship
Village agreed to manage Rosewood.
With a few tweaks of the a-la-carte care
model, an aggressive on-site manager,
the cooperation of Allen HomeCare,
the reputation of Friendship Village
quality and responsiveness and steady
internal staffing, Rosewood soared as an
alternative senior living model. Perhaps
validation of its success can be found in
other local projects adopting affordable,
in-building homecare options.
Now, twenty-five years later, the original
model is still viable (maybe more viable)
due to the flexibility, individual choice,
privacy of independent living with on-site
supportive services plus no long-term
commitment. “A Nursing Home is not
your only option” sums it up well. Move
to Rosewood to avoid winter in the
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service that can be used
sporadically or regularly. Again,
the key is CHOICE. Ema Baltic
is the Director of Friends at
Home.
You might find that the bubbly
new Director looks familiar.
That could be because
Emily Reidimann began her
chef career at Rosewood
Estate on Day 1, and 25
years later, removed her apron and hat to
become Director. Who could know more about
Rosewood than Emily?
Chaplain’s Chat Things Worth Celebrating
As I think about celebrating I am drawn back to the Old Testament Book of Deuteronomy.
Yes, of all places, Deuteronomy. Moses writes about the Feast of Tabernacles in Chapter
16:9-15. It was one of seven feasts of the Lord. It took place according to our calendars J. Ron
in September and October. It was a great time for Israel to come together to: Weimer
Chaplain
1. Celebrate God’s deliverance and protection during their wilderness wanderings.
2. Celebrate the completion of another harvest.
The Feast of Tabernacles was the most joyful and merriest of all seven of their Jewish
Feasts. It included ceremonies, dances and songs. During the Feast of Tabernacles,
Bible Study
the Jewish nation remembered God’s goodness and the many ways in which He Opportunities
blessed them as a nation. God’s goodness was and is revealed through His love,
SUNDAY:
benevolence, mercy and grace. When asked how he was feeling, R.C. Chapman, a
1:30pm Lakeview Lodge
devout believer of another generation in England said, “I’m burdened this morning!” 3:30pm Chapel in Cove Lounge
The questioner then asked, “About what?” To which Chapman replied, “It is a wonderful
MONDAY:
burden, it’s an over abundance of blessings for which I cannot find enough time or 10:30am Pavilion Health Center
words to express my gratitude.” 3:00pm Rosewood Estate
WEDNESDAY:
In our celebrations of Rosewood Estates’ 25th anniversary and connection to 1:30pm Lakeview Lodge
Friendship Village;Landmark Commons, the continued service to our community of It 3:00pm Lakeview Landing Health Center
Takes A Village Child Care; construction of and opening of Village Terrace; remodeling 7:00pm Cove Lounge
of Village Lane and soon, the opening of the new Health Center, we need to remember CATHOLIC SERVICES:
we are bearing a very heavy burden - an over abundance of blessings for which we 6:00pm Rosary, VP Craft Room
3rd Friday, Catholic Mass Village Place
cannot find enough time or words to express our gratitude to God for all He has done
and continues to do! Let’s celebrate from hearts overflowing with gratitude for all our
God has done.
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Kayla
Funk
Director of
Landmark
Celebrating All Ways
Commons
Join us as we take a look back at the elementary education from Wartburg born. In addition to raising the children,
lives of Butch and Mary Ann Mixdorf and College in Waverly and Butch’s focus Mary Ann spent many hours on the
their journey to Landmark Commons. was on middle school education. He farm working in her two large vegetable
We celebrate them in all seasons of their received his Bachelor’s degree from gardens and quilting. In 1987 Butch
lives! State College of Iowa (now known as purchased 45 acres of farm land and
the University of Northern Iowa) and assisted with farming some crops and
Butch and Mary Ann were both born obtained his Master’s degree from the raised cattle along with teaching school.
and raised in rural Black Hawk County, University of South Dakota. During their retirement years, they were
Iowa. During high school they began blessed with two grandchildren and were
dating. Mary Ann was a skilled athlete, We celebrate Butch and Mary Ann for able to spend time watching them weekly.
playing both softball and basketball. their love of home and family. Once
Butch played baseball and was active finished with college, Butch and Mary Ann We celebrate Butch and Mary Ann for
in FFA and 4H. During his freshman were joined in marriage in 1962. They their dedication to teaching and service
and sophomore years, Butch had the were blessed with two children; Denise, to others. Butch and Mary Ann both
opportunity through FFA to work as a a daughter, arrived first in 1967, and their taught school for over 30 years. They
grandstand usher at the Iowa State son, Chad, followed in 1973. In 1978, worked at schools in several different
Fair. He even got to meet Trigger, Roy they settled on an acreage in Dunkerton communities throughout their careers
Roger’s horse, at the fair one year! They which is where they built their family including Schleswig, Twin Rivers,
graduated from Dunkerton High School home and resided until their eventual Tripoli, and Waterloo. Butch found a
in 1958. After graduation, both attended move to Landmark Commons in 2014. love for teaching science to junior high
college and pursued teaching degrees– Mary Ann took a break from teaching students. Over the years he worked in
Mary Ann graduated with a degree in for a few years after their children were many roles including being a coach for
both boys and girls basketball, coaching
girls volleyball, was a PE teacher, and a
principal for 2 years in the Tripoli school
district. Both also enjoyed volunteering
for many years within their church. From
funeral luncheons to church suppers,
Butch and Mary Ann could be counted on
to help their congregation in a variety of
ways. Butch volunteered as an EMT with
the Dunkerton Ambulance for 6 years
and as a member of the Volunteer Fire
Department for 2 years. He also spent
9 rewarding years volunteering at Allen
Hospital.
We celebrate Butch and Mary Ann for
their joy of being in community with
others. They participated in many group
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moved in, they realized how many of
their new Landmark neighbors were
already old friends. Butch continues to
play cards with a group of friends in the
Landmark Bistro each afternoon. When
Mary Ann’s health started to decline
she made the move to Friendship
Village in December 2019. Now with
Lifecare protection, she is able to get
the exceptional care she needs without
worry. As difficult as it was for Butch to
activities which allowed them to spend River in the northeastern part of the US have Mary Ann move, he knew it was
time with others. Mary Ann was a great and also visited Boston and Philadelphia. what was best for her. Butch is currently
bowler and participated in a weekly They spent 8 warm years wintering in preparing to move this fall across
league. Butch was active with a softball Mission, Texas. campus to one of our active living, brand
league, but his favorite pastime was new apartments in Village Terrace so
golf. Many mornings he could be found We celebrate having Butch and Mary once again he can be close to Mary Ann,
with a regular group of friends on the Ann as part of our Landmark Commons the love of his life.
golf course. Both Mary Ann and Butch family. After attending a marketing event,
loved to pass the time playing cards they were so impressed they made the While we will miss seeing Butch at
with their family and friends. 500 was a decision to move into one of Landmark Landmark Commons each afternoon and
favorite card game, and they were part Commons’ custom lake front homes in hearing his laughter along with others
of a 50 year card club in Tripoli. During December 2014 and have enjoyed their who gather for a daily hand of pinochle,
retirement they spent time traveling, maintenance free, vacation lifestyle we will rejoice in his reunion with Mary
taking group bus trips to various ever since! Being accustomed to the Ann and look forward to his visits.
locations such as Washington, DC, New peace and quiet of their Dunkerton farm,
York, Niagara Falls, and Memphis. They the quiet, country feel of Landmark
enjoyed a cruise of the St. Lawrence Commons fit them perfectly. Once they
“I certainly have enjoyed the community at
Landmark Commons, it’s got that small town feel to
it! With that said, I’m eager for the next step in my
life moving to the new Village Terrace at Friendship
Village. It’s a blessing that my wife will be right next
door to me getting the care she needs.”
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Village Terrace
“I am excited to see Village Terrace turn into a
reality. From the start of planning a few years ago to
now seeing friends & neighbors of mine moving into
their beautiful residences! There is so much to look
forward to ahead.” – Jim Grady, Board President
“Robert and Deanna Smith (my parents)
have served FV faithfully since the
inception over 50 years ago. My
grandparents lived at FV and now my
mom and dad are moving into Village
Terrace. The exceptional FV staff
combined with the wonderful facilities
gives us confidence they will thrive at FV.
We are excited for them as they begin
this new chapter making friends and
enjoying the fruit of their hard work over
the years. It is my privilege to be serving
on the board of directors to help ensure
FV continues to be the premiere senior
living provider in the Cedar Valley.”
– Robert Smith Jr., Board Member
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“These are exciting times as we celebrate how God has blessed the
Friendship Village communities over the years; and, as we embark on the
opening of Village Terrace to continue our mission of care and ministry to
our residents.” – Jay Nardini, Board Member
Friendship Village Auxiliary
Auxiliary Underwrites Activities Room
in New Health Center
Auxiliary’s largest undertaking Recently, the Auxiliary made one of
Our world has seen many things slow their largest financial commitments, with
or come to a halt due to the pandemic, a pledge of $75,000 to underwrite the Many Auxiliary members also enjoy
but one thing that hasn’t slowed is the Activities Room in the new health center. volunteering at activities in those areas.
Friendship Village Auxiliary. They have This generous gift is also symbolic, as
continued to be a blessing and care for the heart and soul of the Friendship We are very thankful for the Auxiliary’s
our assisted and skilled care residents. Village Auxiliary is to add value and continued support, and for their generous
They have also continued to run sales provide service to residents in our skilled contribution to the new health center.
of homemade crafts and yesteryears care and assisted living buildings. This is Their faithfulness will continue to have
treasures from their display case. done through purchasing gifts, supplies an impact on Friendship Village for many
for activities, and medical equipment. years.
Tribute Gifts Rachael Goings Beverly Huntbach Harold Martin
(February 2021 – July 2021) Lee Stonewall Lee Stonewall Reva Fredin
In memory of: Robert Shafer
Marian Greene Barb Jefferson
Mary Jane Shafer
Marion Beatty Vicki & Gary Gibson Lee Stonewall
Lee Stonewall
Donovan Benson Janet & Sam Holden
Rose Johnson
Lilah Zimmerly
Erma Cowlishaw Dorothy Guetzlaff Sarah & Martin Craig
Lee Stonewall
Lee Stonewall Donovan Benson Anne Lanich
General Auxiliary Gifts
Neil Fike Frank Hiffernan Mary Kay Klingaman
Richard Amfahr
Merlin Harbaugh Reva Fredin Gladys Vande Krol
Mary Lou Carroll
Nancy & Michael Jensen Lee Stonewall
Bill Lane
Lanehaven Farms
Lee Stonewall 8
David
Holm
Friendship Village Foundation Director of
Development
How Would You Like to Be Remembered?
Sugar cookies. That’s how Maxine
Menster, of Cascade, Iowa, is Sugar Cookies
remembered by her family and friends. So 1 cup sugar
much so, that when she passed twenty- 1/2 cup butter
2 eggs
seven years ago, her family engraved 1 tsp vanilla
the treasured recipe on the back of her 3 cups flour
headstone. I have included her recipe 3 teaspoons baking powder
for you to try. The only request: I office 1 teaspoon salt
at 3720 Village Place – hey, I’ll furnish where it’s going.” This makes sense, and 1 cup cream
the coffee. Two each are enough, I’m no one argues its merit. Cream the butter and sugar, beat
watching my sugar, of course! in the eggs and vanilla. Sift dry
The second method is giving through ingredients and add to the dough
Few of us consider ourselves being alternating with the cream. Form
estate planning, i.e., planned giving;
dough into two long sausages, wrap
remembered as philanthropists. After predetermined gifts made after we leave in plastic film and chill. Cut into 1/4”
all, our family names are not among the this life. Common estate giving includes slices. Bake at 350° until turning
Fortune 500 list, nor do we control major children, relatives, and special friends. golden brown. Frost when cool.
sectors of the U.S. economy. Ironically, Though most give charitably to favored
however, many of us have good memory non-profits while living, few remember the
of acquaintances and friends, at least in gift as long as it exists! The amount will
same charities when passing. A recent
part, for their generosity. Their names likely even grow larger as investment
publication of Giving Institute, a major
may be on donor walls in the hallways returns vary from year to year. As you
researcher and tabulator of charitable
of area non-profits, recalled with fond review your estate planning, consider
giving in the US, indicated, “only 2% to 5%
thoughts among civic club gatherings, or including Friendship Village Foundation
of the United States population actually
remembered respectfully when speaking – become a part of The Founders
makes a charitable planned gift” (“Leaving
of the new church addition. Society, those who have
a Legacy,” Giving USA, Fall, 2019, p. 25).
made known their intent to
Most of us give to charities that we remember Friendship Village
Consider this: a donor contributes a
appreciate, deem helpful to others, or Foundation through estate
$1,000.00 gift every year to a favorite
personally benefit from – churches, planned gifts.
charity. This is a very generous deed.
hospitals, universities, and organizations However, how can the donor be certain
that improve our communities. We I find it an honor to serve those who call
the gift will continue after his/her death?
usually give systematically, sometimes Friendship Village their home. I invite you
Who will step up to the plate? Will a
spontaneously; our gifts range from small to join me in support of the Cedar Valley’s
new donor(s) fill the gap and assure the
token gifts of encouragement to, in special retirees who live at Friendship Village.
charity’s stability? Naming the charity in
circumstances, large sacrificial gifts. Let’s partner to help assure the longevity,
estate planning for a gift of $20,000.00,
stability, and affordability of one of the
will, if endowed by the charity, assure a
There are two primary giving methods; area’s premier retirement communities,
$1,000.00 gift permanently into perpetuity
one very common, one less utilized. The and perhaps its finest skilled care center.
(assuming a 5% return, which is the
common method is giving in the present. For those who make up our donor base,
amount set by many of Iowa’s community
You have heard the adage, “do your giving I extend our sincere gratitude – we are
foundations’ endowment funds). The
while you’re living, so you’re knowing privileged to have you on our team.
charity will continue to receive the annual
9Health Center Opportunity
The Foundation’s major project is activity to those who would benefit from
the new skilled care Health Center at water exercise. A variety of naming
Friendship Village. The project goal is opportunities are available, and many
to fully furnish all 72 private rooms and have already contributed to this worthy
provide the Hydroworx 2000 therapy undertaking. I would be pleased to share
pool. This therapy pool will offer excellent the details with you at your convenience,
rehabilitative and degenerative recovery and possibly arrange a tour.
and care, as well as give exercise
Friendship Village Foundation Gifts (February ‘21 – July ‘21)
Tribute Gifts Bill Lane Mary Kay Klingaman New Health Center
In memory of: Fran & Jim Waring Linda Ludwig Anonymous
Mary Miller Don Benson
Ruth Beck Harold Martin
Butch Mixdorf Lisa Gates
Mary Miller Mary Miller
Judy Morris GreenState Credit Union
Erma Cowlishaw Jean Nelson Katherine Murphy Bob & Cheryl Greenwood
Jeanne & Frank Alexander Patty & Russell Clark Tracy Newton Laurie & Dave Holm
Ruth & Dave Buck Evelyn Craig Paige & Matt Nieman Tom Jones (Black Hawk Mutual Insurance)
Lois Marsch Lois Marsch Lydia Rewerts Donna Miller
Eula Martin Jackie Sverdahl Candy & Jay Nardini
Jean Noonan
Ginny Svoboda Patricia & James Schotter
Marian Greene Lois Marsch
Connie & Justin Tolan Joan Siglin
Donna & Gary Brown Patty McKenna Gladys Vande Krol Jean Gardner & Marvin Siler
Phyllis Zager Helen Kielty Fran & Jim Waring Teresa & Bob Smith Jr.
Frank Hiffernan Lois Marsch Sharon Weber Lee Stonewall
Lois Marsch Mary Miller Phyllis Zager Veridian Credit Union
Mary Miller Michelle & Mike Walden
Bob Shafer
Ruth & Dave Buck Major Gifts Bill Winder
Barb Jefferson
Lois Marsch ($1,000 and above) It Takes a Village
Judy & Don Cole
Helen Kielty Mary Jane, David, Bill & Sandi & Daniel Goings Childcare
Mary Kay Klingaman Tom Shafer Bob Jefferson Outdoor Classroom/
LaVonne & Gene Marley Fran & Jim Waring Betty Kremer Playground
Lois Marsch Kathy Tink Carl Schuler Elaine Bruns – Embankment Slide
Eula Martin Lois Marsch Darlene Peterson – Triple Water
Trough
Mary Miller
Dorothy Teeter Lilah Zimmerly Luanne Shubert – Outdoor Bridge
Eula Martin
Mary Kay Klingaman
Jeanne & Frank Alexander Gifts up to $1000
Ruth & Dave Buck Sue & Craig Anderson
Nancy & Jerry Jackson Kerry Dobrusin
Lois Marsch Barb & Larry Dodge
Lee Stonewall Jean Gardner
Margery Herrick
Nancy & Jerry Jackson
Monica Johnson
10Magazine Contents
Page 1 Update from the CEO
Page 2 It Takes A Village Child Care
Page 3 Rosewood Estate
Page 4 Chaplain’s Chat
Page 5 Landmark Commons
Page 7 Village Terrace
Page 8 Village Auxiliary
Page 9 How Would You Like To Be
Remembered?
Page 10 Foundation Gifts
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