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Vol. 45 Number 2 | Mar/Apr 2021
INSIDE: • Resiliency Best Describes JKV – Page 3
• Three Steps To Kindness – Page 8
• Your Scholarship Dollars Making A Difference – Page 21
In Case You Missed It...
Not even COVID-19 could suppress the resilient spirit of JKV residents and staff. There always seems to be something
fun, entertaining or educational going on. Here are some photographs of events at JKV...In Case You Missed It!
Dave and Jackie Bayer (second from right and center) were
honored during the January Board of Directors’ Report to
All Residents meeting for their tireless work chairing the Appropriately donning their “Pivot” T-shirts, the Life
Newcomers Committee. They are shown (L-R) with Senate Enrichment Ladies have some fun by Furman Fountain.
President Pete Audet, Board Chair Paul Simpson and Marti Much like all JKV departments they have had to shift
Engel, Meaningful Life and Volunteer Manager. gears periodically as the Village works its way through
the COVID-19 pandemic. Shown here (L-R) are: Jacquee
Thompson, Jamisyn Becker, Bea St. Pierre and Yael Fishman.
Broward County Commissioner Lamar Fisher makes a In partnership with GENVAS (formerly the Venetian Arts
point during his presentation at the February Resident Society) residents enjoyed a COVID-careful outing to the
Senate Meeting for All Residents. Heritage Tower historic Stranahan House to listen to (L-R) guitar virtuoso
resident Susan Seidler, chair of the Legislative Committee, Jose Angel Navarro, flute legend Nestor Torres and
listens intently. drummer vocalist Joel Hernandez.
Because of JKV’s COVID-19 preventive protocols
residents and staff were not permitted to thank residents
As seen from the Heritage Tower rooftop, the exterior of in person for their generous financial gift of $700,565
Village Towers is getting a facelift, including the installation from the Holiday Gift Fund. So all departments created
of impact windows and sliding glass doors, waterproofing and posters. This one is from Resident Relations—Manager
painting. Joanne Avis, Social Worker Loli Pire-Schmidt and
2 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 Administrative Assistant Sonya Reynolds.
ON THE COVER
Thanks to JKV’s stringent COVID-19
preventive protocols, the Village was
selected to have the first vaccination
doses in the state for our Elders in
Seaside Cove and The Woodlands,
followed by our Independent Living,
The Best Word
Garden West residents and our staff.
Defining JKV...
Resiliency
The word resiliency, as defined by Webster’s New
World Dictionary of the American Language, is “an
ability to recover from or adjust easily to adversity or
change.”
The word just as easily applies to the nearly 1,000
residents and more than 800 employees who live and
work at John Knox Village. Your resiliency in the face of
a now more-than-year-long world-wide pandemic has
been nothing short of amazing.
Our first communication delivered to residents and
staff related to the then-described Novel Coronavirus
was on Feb. 12, 2020 and provided some health-care
protocols related to travel, the virus’ symptoms and
steps to take if you encountered someone suspected of
having the virus.
The message was the result of an initial core group
INSIDE: JKV Becomes A Winter Wonderland – Page 14 •
meeting of our JKV Emergency Preparedness Team that
was just “adjusting” to the notion things were going to
Brings All Together – Page 16 • Scholarship Comm
get very busy.
By March 2nd hand sanitizers were in place
throughout the Village’s common areas, Gov. Ron
DeSantis declared a “State of Emergency,” and virus-
related training for staff began. Environmental Services
started cleaning and re-cleaning and sanitizing and
re-sanitizing high-touch points
throughout the Village.
Screening for residents,
employees, guests and
the joys of
vendors began March 8th,
requiring many staffers
to “adjust” from the
WELLNESS
roles for which they were
hired to assist as
screeners. Days
& peace of mind
later visitation
to Gardens
West, Seaside
Cove and
Continued on page 20
Gerry Stryker
President/CEO
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 3
6
What’s Inside?
Vol. 45 Number 2 | March-April 2021 JKV staff members (L. to R.) Susanne Russell, Joanne Avis
and Loli Pire-Schmidt check-in resident Andrea Hipskind
IN EVERY ISSUE for her initial COVID-19 vaccination on Jan. 19. In all,
some 800 residents and employees received their first
3 News From Administration vaccinations that day. Marty Lee photo.
The Best Word Defining JKV...Resiliency
16 JKV-Sponsored GENVAS Salons
5 John Knox Village Foundation
Enhancing Your Sense Of Purpose 21 Your Scholarship Dollars Making A
8 News From Spiritual Life Director Difference
Three Steps To Kindness 21 Holiday Art Panel Winners
10 Senate News & JKV Foundation
22 A Bitcoin Primer
17 In Good Taste: Glades Grill’s Signature
Black Bean Soup 23 FLiCRA Chapter Annual Meeting
18 Living Well Corner 26 Fire Guy’s View From Inside Looking Out
Are You Hindering Your Workout?
19 Nutrition Notes COMMUNITY INFO
Aging And Digestive Health 24 Donations
FEATURED STORIES 27 Important Contact Info
2 In Case You Missed It The Village VOICE is a bi-monthly publication of John Knox Village of
Florida Inc. John Knox Village in Pompano Beach has provided Life
Care as a Life Care Community since 1967.
6 JKV Offers All Residents And Staff Editor: Rob Seitz | (954) 784-4741 | rseitz@jkvfl.com
Chance For COVID-19 Vaccination Copy Editors: Dorothy Cleveland, Boots Maurer, Sondra St. Martin &
Eleanor Smith
7 Benefits Of A Curious Mind Photographers: Marty Lee Word of Mouth Advertising & Rob Seitz
Layout/Printing: Eternal Designs (561) 843-1157 & Mark Lewkowicz
9 Personal Tech Company Offers Tech Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer: Monica McAfee
Looking for a previous issue of our magazine?
Assistance To Raise Your Digital Savvy Was your friend or family member seen in a recent issue that you
would like to share with them? You can find the current issue as well as
11 Food As Medicine previous issues digitally online at: JohnKnoxVillage.com/blog
12 A Clever Immune System Supports
Brain Health
651 SW 6th Street To Learn More Info Contact web JohnKnoxVillage.com
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 (954) 783-4040 JohnKnoxVIllage
13 Is Aquatic Physical Therapy Right John Knox Village is committed to compliance with all federal, state and local fair housing laws. It is our policy to offer senior living to those that qualify
For You?
without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, or handicap. The employees of John Knox Village have
a legal obligation to treat each individual in a consistent and equally fair manner. In order to assist you with your decision on your new home, we are
providing a list of guidelines used to qualify residents for tenancy in our community. Please note that this is our current rental/ownership criteria; nothing
contained in these requirements shall constitute a guarantee or representation by John Knox Village that all residents and occupants currently residing
at the community have met these requirements. There may be residents and occupants that have resided the community prior to these requirements
going into effect. Additionally, our ability to verify whether these requirements have been met is limited to the information we receive from various credit
and screening services used.
4 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021
Take Joy in Being Part of the Story.
Enhancing Your Sense Of Purpose
What has made a big impression volunteerism and great philanthropy
on me is the extent of community over the years from its residents and
engagement that exists among staff. Our legacy going forward is to
residents and staff. There is a enhance what we have and raise it
deep desire to continually strive to its next level. A level on which we
for “raising” the value and can all mutually build and celebrate.
attractiveness of JKV. I look forward to meeting each
My goal is to join you on this of you personally and hear your
journey of enhancing those things life stories. Each of us brings
which make your experience and something special to the weaving of
Mark Dobosz
life at JKV fulfilling, rewarding and our community fabric we call John
additives to your personal health, Knox Village. My door is always
When enhance was borrowed well-being, and sense of purpose. open. Please feel free to come
into English in the 13th Century from I would like to hear your see me anytime for a cup of coffee
Latin, it meant “to raise.” thoughts on the programs, services, and conversation. The Foundation
Although enhance initially applied relationships, and spaces which Office is on the first floor in Cassels
only to physically making things make JKV a great community in Tower.
My phone number is 954-784-
My goal is to join you on this journey of enhancing 4757 and my email is mdobosz@
jkvfl.com
those things which make your experience and life at I leave you with one of my
JKV fulfilling, rewarding and additives to your personal favorite quotes.
health, well-being, and sense of purpose.
“Investing in yourself is the best
higher, it quickly acquired figurative which to thrive as well as, how investment you will ever make.
senses for “raising” the value or we can better align our charitable It will not only improve your life,
attractiveness of something or efforts in enhancing those programs, it will improve the lives of all
someone. services, relationships, and spaces. those around you.”
During my first six weeks at Through our ongoing dialogue –Robin Sharma
John Knox Village as your new “together” we can better align
Foundation Executive Director, I current and future philanthropic –Mark Dobosz
have been listening and learning resources with your dreams and Executive Director
from residents and staff about the desires for your home—the JKV
many great programs, services, community.
relationships, spaces, and culture of John Knox Village has been
the community. blessed with outstanding
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 5
JKV Offers All Residents & Staff Chance For
COVID-19 Vaccination
By Marty Lee. Village Voice Contributor
West and Long-Term Care in Sea-
side Cove and The Woodlands had
already received their vaccinations,
so the planning would involve vac-
cinations for the entire community
of Independent Living residents
and employees.
Leslie said that the planning
involved a leadership group tasked
with: Communications with Wal-
greens and residents and staff
about the program; forms docu-
mentation and clerical support for
those signing up for the vaccina-
tion; nursing and home health to
assist where needed; volunteer
management; plus, staff involved
JKV staff members (L. to R.) Susanne Russell, Joanne Avis and Loli Pire- with transportation, security and
Schmidt check-in resident Andrea Hipskind for her initial COVID-19 parking.
vaccination on Jan. 19. In all, some 800 residents and employees received The group walked the Village
their first vaccinations that day. Marty Lee photo. Centre to manage logistics. “This
was the single most valuable
Ever since December and the fast as it came.”
activity in identifying best prac-
approval of both the Pfizer- BioN- JKV was given notification
tices for the day of the event,”
Tech and Moderna COVID-19 vac- approximately two weeks before
Leslie said.
cines, people all over the nation the scheduled vaccination Jan. 19
Jamisyn Becker, Life Enrichment
have been seeking their turn for program. JKV’s management team
Manager, and her team managed
vaccinations. Subsequently, the jumped into action to plan for this
the day’s set-up and logistics.
state of Florida prioritized persons major health care event. Elders in
They, along with many volunteers,
65 years of age and older, plus the Meaningful Life homes includ-
coordinated the flow of people:
health care personnel with direct ing Assisted Living at Gardens Continued on page 14
patient contact and residents and
staff of long-term care facilities.
Fortunately, John Knox Village
was presented the opportunity to
sign up for the vaccination pro-
gram for its Independent Living,
Assisted Living and Skilled-Nurs-
ing residents. Leslie Schlienger,
Administrator of the John Knox
Home Health Agency, said that
JKV took quick advantage and
submitted requests for all three
areas. “We qualified to provide
vaccinations as a Life-Plan com-
munity through the Assisted Living
Facility assignment in Florida,”
Leslie said. “Independent Living
was assigned Walgreens as a pro- Life Enrichment Administrative Coordinator Bea St. Pierre is interviewed by
vider. We took the opportunity as Telemundo reporter Carolina Peguero during our vaccination clinic.
6 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021
Benefits Of A Curious Mind
By Anne Goldberg, Village Voice Contributor & Savvy Senior
to take the acid reducer daily. “You of Pepcid. Other H2 blockers are
don’t want stomach cancer Anne.” Tagamet (cimetidine), Axid (niza-
After a week of daily omeprazole, tidine) and ranitidine (Zantac, a
I had a nagging urge to get online brand of ranitidine was taken off
and investigate the relationship the market for another cancer-caus-
between acid-blockers and stom- ing problem not related specifically
ach cancer. My curiosity was piqu- to ranitidine, which is widely avail-
ing. I was unprepared for what I able).
found. I am ever grateful for the freak
Searching For Information stomachache that caused my PCP
There were studies that to order an endoscopy. Without
concluded there is a link between that, I would not have known
stomach cancer and the daily use about the pre-cancerous cells in
of OTC proton pump inhibitors my stomach. I am ever grateful for
Anne Goldberg such as Prilosec (omeprazole), my curious mind that urges me to
Prevacid (lanscoprazole), Protonix look deeper into things and not
Back in September, I had a (pantoprazole), AcipHex (rabepra- just accept the opinions of others.
severe stomachache that sent me zole), Nexium (esomeprazole) and Without my curious mind I would
to my doctor, who ordered an Dexilant (dexlansoprazole). The be blindly following instructions
endoscopy. A December call from National Institutes of Health (NIH) and taking a medication that might
my gastro doc informed me that wrote about it in 2017, and a study well have cemented a future gastric
my colonoscopy was clean, but published in 2016 by the American disaster.
the biopsy he took of my stom- Gastroenterological Association, Be a Savvy Senior. Ask ques-
ach showed signs of precancerous looked at over 80,000 patients and tions. Do your own research. Don’t
changes. Whaaat? showed that the use of proton- accept information on face value. If
He explained that I have excess pump inhibitors was associated you’re not good with the computer,
stomach acid (not uncommon) with a significant increase in the ask a friend for help or go to the
and told me there is a simple fix risk of gastric cancer. Long-term library. Be responsible for your own
to stop the progression of the cell use is defined as 12 months. health.
changes and therefore nix any I researched deeper into the
possible cancer. “All you have to world of acid-reducing meds and Anne Goldberg, The Savvy
do is take an OTC acid-blocker,” the relationship to gastric cancer. Senior, has a mission to help
seniors know they are old enough
to have a past and young enough
Be a Savvy Senior. Ask questions. to have a future. Her vision is to
Do your own research. create an army of senior volunteers
bringing their wisdom and experi-
ence back to the community. She
he said. I don’t like them, and I was It didn’t take long to learn that
helps seniors live into their future
distraught but not bull-headed, as the older versions of acid-blocker
with vitality by teaching them how
he told me that this was the only meds – the H2 blockers are not
to use computers, with confer-
way he knew to treat this. associated with an increased risk
ences and workshops on “The Art
We agreed to a dose of Prilosec of gastric cancer. A meta-study by of Living Longer,” with declutter-
three times a week. Why Prilosec? the Department of Medicine at the ing & organizing, and with “Tell
It was the only name that came University of Hong Kong in China Your Story Videos,” preserving the
into my head when he suggested showed that people who took PPIs stories and wisdom of your life
an OTC solution. He did not care had more than twice the risk of for future generations. Visit: www.
which one I took. That afternoon I developing stomach cancer, where- SavvySeniorServices.com
purchased the generic version of as H2 blockers were not associated
Prilosec, omeprazole, and began with an increased risk.
taking it three times a week. I threw away the omeprazole
At an appointment with my and replaced it with famotidine,
personal care physician, we went reportedly the most potent of
over the test results. She urged me the H2 blockers and the generic
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 7
News From Spiritual Life Director
Three Steps To Kindness
By Rev. Dr. Bridgette A. Sullenger and Rev. Jamie Champion, JKV’s Spiritual Life Directors, Village Voice Contributors
Smiling has a
double benefit.
Second, say
more. There
are people
who go days
or even weeks
without ever
talking to
another per-
son. There are
people who
Rev. Bridgette Sullenger
do not have
Spiritual Life Leader
the courage
At some point in our lives we or confidence
have been there: Sad, afraid, to speak out Rev. Dr. Bridgette A. Sullenger and Rev. Jamie Champion,
lonely, sick, or maybe even finan- when they are JKV’s Spiritual Life Directors, co-wrote this article for the
cially strapped. It is in those times in need. Village Voice.
that we seek out remedies to help When we
get us out of our situation. Some- recognize this those who have talents, donate
times all it takes to bring us back in someone else, then we open those. There are plenty of people
to our normal and productive lives up the opportunity to help them. and organizations that could use
is a kind word from a friend or Talking to others prevents them your time, talents and or financial
a stranger. When we personally from feeling isolated and discon- support. Do some research to
experience this, it is uplifting. nected from the world. Talking, discover where you might be able
In this new year, we would like even a simple hello, can help oth- to help and be there for some-
to offer some ways that you might ers to feel connected, alive and one else this year. This also has a
be able to help someone who may even help to decrease feel- return benefit, when we share, we
may be going through a difficult ings of isolation. in turn have feelings of benevo-
time. Third, share more. We live in a lence.
If each of us would follow these
three simple steps – smile more,
Kindness Matters say more, share more – think of
how much better we could make
life. Let’s continue to make this a
year of opportunity, where we can
First, smile more. This is prob- world where there are those who show that love and kindness are
ably the easiest way to brighten have and those who have not. what guides us.
someone else’s day. When we If you have plenty, then sharing
smile, we express warmth and some will not be a huge burden. –Rev. Dr. Bridgette Sullenger and
kindness to those who are around In fact, it can help you. The act of Rev. Jamie Champion
us. For those people who are in sharing is something that we learn
need of kindness, a simple smile very young and is something that
can lift their hearts and even we should continue our whole life.
make them smile back which Discover new ways to share
has the added benefit that when that help with the world. We all
they smile back, it in turn helps have resources. For those who
us to receive a dose of kindness. have time, donate time, and for
8 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021
Personal Tech Company
Offers Tech Assistance To Raise Your Digital Savvy
By Matt Munro, GroovyTek President and Village Voice Contributor
Matt Munro
Here are five technology-related
resolutions that could be considered
by almost anyone who owns a smart-
phone, tablet, or computer.
1. Get Organized GroovyTek V.P. & General Manager Barry Rogers discusses his company’s
Get your digital life in order. services with Village Towers resident Jeanne Jordan.
Focus first on decluttering your inbox when using one. And again, consider nology platforms. Maybe this is the
by unsubscribing to spam messages a password manager application or year you learn Japanese by doing
or marketing emails from companies updating your passwords overall with Skype sessions with a tutor in Japan?
you have done business with once. a tougher-to-crack password than the Perhaps explore a new degree; there
On a related note, get a handle on name of your grandkids and favorite really is no limit as to the engage-
your subscriptions, spend a bit of pets. ments you can find online that can
time reviewing your banking/PayPal enhance your skill sets and quality of
statements to make sure you aren’t 3. Spend Less Time With Screens life.
paying for services you don’t use, Last year it was easy to spend
but are paying for just because you more time than usual with our 5. Don’t Tech And Drive
forgot that you set up a subscrip- personal technology devices. In Put the phone in the backseat
tion. And, take a look at a password 2021, commit to breaking away or power it off when you are going
manager application to get your from your screens and apps. Realize to be behind the wheel. Any and all
password house in order. Can you that you can be more efficient when messages you miss while driving will
feel the Zen taking hold already? checking in via your devices. Try be there for you to respond to when
to be more aware of when you are you get to your destination, so make
2. Pledge To Be Safer Online being manipulated by algorithms and sure you get there and be safe. No
If we learned anything from 2020, various applications’ design elements message is more important than your
it is that worst- case scenarios can when spending time on your devices. life or the life of someone else.
become a reality. Be more sensitive They are designed to make you feel
about where and how you are sharing addicted to them; trust me, you
your personal information in 2021. aren’t going to miss out on too much Matt Munro is President of
Who knows, it might even be the if you schedule in time away from GroovyTek, a four-year-old
year to explore setting up your own your screens. company which takes a person-
Virtual Private Network (VPN), which alized approach— anchored in
gives you online privacy and anonym- 4. Take An Online Course respect and patience—to help
ity by creating a private network Learn online or work with an people become confident navigat-
from a public internet connection. online tutor on a new subject. Many ing personal technology indepen-
Consider making sure you have two- services were able to thrive during dently and on their own terms.
factor authentication set up for criti- the pandemic by offering educational
cal accounts. Also, be wary of public and broadening experiences via tech-
Wi-Fi networks and how you operate
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 9
Senate News
Recalling Mom and Loving Life At JK V
pronunciation, but different meanings. mer suntan. Occasionally, there was a
Mom taught me the fun of spotting hair-raising plot, and our book reports
them, and the discretion not to laugh became pieces of art. We were forced
out loud if the author was nearby. I still to practice patience staring at the blank
chortle when I see one in print ...Rules, page, hoping that inspiration would
Rules, Rules... like always coloring quickly flow from our brain so we could
inside the lines. Does anyone remem- go outside before the weather changed
ber the Crayola color Burnt Umber? Seriously, while in third grade my
Well, you’ll have to ‘scue me, I am mother went back to teaching, and she
writing this the day after my second taught me to laugh at street signs like
Pete Audet COVID-19 vaccination. My arm is a “caution pedestrians slippery when
President Resident Senate bit stiff and lugubrious and I thought I wet,” or sayings like “one morning I got
could milk that as my excuse for all the the newspaper in my pajamas.”
A man goes into a bar and shares, “a thoughts this month. Or another way “They just said it’s not going to rain
cop just knocked on my door and told is, the views expressed here are those on the radio,”...(oh good, we don’t
me my dogs were chasing people on of my left brain and may not reflect the need to bring it inside), or “she handed
bikes.” I told him, “that’s impossible, wider views of my more ambiguous out brownies to children wrapped in
my dogs don’t even own bikes.” self. Tupperware.” (Do you have to go to a
Growing up my mom was a teach- But I do so remember my mother party to get one that size?)
er—a high school English teacher. She correcting my papers: Our school Book reports were due by the
used to review my homework, especial- principal was also the school coach second week of class and the teachers
ly the essays: Couldn’t get away with who allowed us to shoot baskets in were generally fair, as long as we were
dangling participles, misplaced modi- the gym during our free time. We had able to keep up and bear with reading
fiers, or the horrid homophones—simi- summer reading lists that seemed like it ... I mean how many times can one
lar words that had similar spelling and an unbearable demand on our sum- Continued on page 25
The John Knox Village Foundation
Through the Amazon Smiles pro- the JKV Foundation.
gram, you can help enhance the As with all things, there are exclu-
programs, services and spaces at John sions to this donation. Certain items
Knox Village every time you shop are not eligible for and will not result
on Amazon. Yes, it is true. Amazon in donations, however there are tens
will send certified charities a portion of millions of products that are eligible
of most sales as part of the Amazon for donations. You will see “Eligible
Smiles Program. for AmazonSmile Donation” on their
Simply put, Amazon will donate product detail page.
.5 percent of your purchases to the The fun part is that you can go into
Foundation. All you need to do is log the header and click on YOURNAME’s
into smile.amazon.com instead of Amazon and they will show the total
amazon.com. In the header, you will amount you have donated. Truly, a
see, in gold lettering “Supporting.” “Feel Good” feeling.
Click on that link and simply enter I was so excited when I learned of
Foundation Board of Director Sondra John Knox Village of Florida Foun- this that I immediately purchased a
St. Martin enjoys herself at the dation. few items and, VOILA, I earned $2.46
Glades Grill. Note: There are other John Knox for John Knox Village.
Village Foundations, so make sure you And that is just Step 1. Send this
How Your Routine Shopping “click” on ours. You only have to do to your family, friends, former neigh-
Can Help Support JKV Community this the first time. From then on, just bors, hairdresser, barber, etc. etc. etc.
Enhancements sign in to smile.amazon.com, shop to Happy Shopping.
You can do this while you shop on your heart’s desire and a portion of –Sondra St Martin
Amazon. eligible purchases will be donated to JKV Foundation Board Member
10 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021Food As Medicine
Ginger ... Tumeric ... Ginseng
By Tereza Hubkova, MD, Village Voice Contributor
body, reduce viral shedding and
reduce the ability to spread. (Haridas,
Sasidhar, Nath et al., Futur J Pharm
Sci. 2021)
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Turmeric, the bright yellow relative
of ginger, is one of the most studied
immunomodulatory plants on the
planet. It has been used in Asia as a
common household remedy for sore
throat and cough for centuries and
Tereza Hubkova, MD modern research confirmed its role tables (cabbage, Brussels sprouts),
in the management of influenza and epigallocatechin gallate from green
While millions of Americans have other viruses. Given its anti-cancer tea, resveratrol from red grapes, quer-
already been vaccinated against properties, beneficial effect on the cetin from red onions, capers, apples,
COVID-19, questions remain about brain and pancreas, as well as anti- and tea or genistein from miso and
the duration of the protection derived inflammatory effects, turmeric in cook- tempeh.
from the vaccine, as well as its effec- ing or as a supplement is here to stay. It is so easy to incorporate these
tiveness against the already spreading I use a ¼ to ½ teaspoon in my soups, foods into our daily and weekly
and future mutations of the SARs- stews and sprinkle it over chicken menu, and really use our food as
COV-2 virus. and vegetables before baking, and of medicine.
Fortunately, we have many natural course, it is a key ingredient in most While your kitchen will be filled
resources to help our immune system curries. with wonderful aromas of garlic and
work better and improve our resil-
other herbs, let’s mention aroma-
ience against viruses. We have talked Ginseng (Panax Ginseng, Korean therapy, which has been used in
about some (like garlic, Holy Basil Ginseng) ancient Egypt and India for thousands
and several adaptogens) earlier in the Ginseng has been shown to have of years. Modern research confirmed
pandemic, but there are many more an antiviral activity against influenza antiviral activity of many essential oils,
to learn about and add to our culinary A, a virus we try to battle every single including their vapors, such as berga-
armamentarium. year, and for which we have only vari- mot, cinnamon, eucalyptus and lemon-
grass. While more human studies on
It is so easy to incorporate these foods into our daily the use of essential oils are needed, I
wonder how they might compare to
and weekly menu, and really use our food as medicine. the currently used harsh disinfectants.
I think that this is the year to find out
about that as well as hundreds of other
Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) ably successful vaccinations. Try to natural compounds that Mother Earth
Ginger is one of the staples of make a nourishing Korean ginseng has provided for us.
my kitchen. Not only is it an excel- chicken soup (samgyetang) or ginseng –Tereza Hubkova, MD
lent digestive aid, fresh ginger has tea.
antiviral properties and a freshly Other anti-microbial plants used
brewed ginger tea can be very help- since Greek and Roman times are
ful for upper respiratory infections. I oregano, mint, rosemary and sage. Dr. Tereza Hubkova is former Medical
carry ginger root with me everywhere Director at Canyon Ranch and has
The latter three have also demonstrat-
been practicing internal medicine for
when I travel and use it almost daily as ed some benefits for brain health. the past 20 years. Currently, she is the
tea, in a soup or broth. Silico studies A lot of research is now also look- Medical Director of Advent Health,
(computer simulation) of nasal rinse ing at foods/ compounds that activate The Center for Whole Person Health,
made from ginger and lemon suggest our own inner antioxidant producing in Overland Park, KS. Dr. Hubkova is
its potential to reduce the ability of gene Nrf2, such as sulforaphane from a regular contributor to the Village
the SARs-COV-2 virus to enter our broccoli and other cruciferous vege- Voice.
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 11A Clever Immune System Supports
By Phyllis Strupp, Village Voice Contributor
Brain Health
Unfortunately, the amyloid hypothesis brain and cause trouble.
has been discredited as the disease’s Your immune system has already
cause, accounting for the lack of proved how clever it is, keeping you
results in finding a cure or effective and your brain safe all the years of
treatments. your life. But inflammaging can be
However, extensive amyloid- accelerated by lifestyle choices that
related research has shed light on exhaust your immune system and
how the brain and immune system increase your risk for Alzheimer’s
work together. Rather than the cause disease and COVID-19 complications.
of Alzheimer’s, the amyloid plaques So how can we help our immune
are likely an immune system response systems stay clever as we get older?
to some unknown invader. These 10 tips help you support both
But destructive invaders should your immune system and your brain
not be in the brain—how do they get health on a daily basis:
into it in the first place? The immune • Get at least 7 hours of sleep
system maintains a powerful wall to every night.
keep unwanted guests out of the • Drink plenty of water before 5
brain. This immune structure, called p.m. daily.
the blood-brain barrier, is ultra-vigilant • Wash hands with soap frequently
in keeping blood-borne pathogens daily.
and toxins out of the brain. • Limit foods high in animal fat.
Phyllis Strupp However, this protective barrier can • Eat high-fiber foods and avoid
weaken over time, allowing harmful constipation.
Spring is here, turning our thoughts agents to enter the brain and cause • Eat foods high in vitamin A (such
to sunnier days, blossoms, and Brain trouble. A major culprit in this barrier’s as carrots, peppers, sweet potatoes)
Awareness Week (March 15-21, 2021). loss of power is inflammation, the and vitamin C (such as berries, citrus,
For 25 years, this global campaign immune system’s own mechanism kiwis, melon, pineapple).
has increased public awareness about for fighting disease and repairing • Get regular exercise and take a
the wonders of the brain and how wounds. stretch break after sitting an hour.
brain science can help our everyday Over age 50, the aging process • Avoid social isolation and
lives. brings increasing wear and tear on the manage social conflict.
To honor Brain Awareness Week, body’s cells. This means that normal • Be grateful every day for what
let’s take a closer look at findings aging can increase the inflammation your immune system does to keep
about how a clever immune system factor in the body, even in the you healthy.
supports brain health. absences of disease or injury. This • Stay positive, reducing negative
Over the past year, the pandemic age-related inflammation is known as thoughts with journaling, laughter,
has revealed the starring role our inflammaging. prayer or therapy.
A major culprit in this barrier’s loss of power is Brain Wealth founder Phyllis T.
inflammation, the immune system’s own mechanism Strupp, MBA, is an award-winning
author and brain training expert,
for fighting disease and repairing wounds. speaking to audiences around the
U.S. on how brains and lives can
immune system plays in our health. A clever immune system does get better with age. Her 2016 book,
Antibodies, cytokine storms, and not get agitated by this age-related “Better with Age: The Ultimate
vaccinations have become part of increase in inflammation or overreact Guide to Brain Training,” introduces
the daily news. Yet the immune to invading pathogens. Balancing a pioneering approach to “use it
system’s role in brain health is often resistance and tolerance, it keeps us or lose it,” based on successful
overlooked. healthy without harming us. However, outcomes from her 10 years of
For years, brain research has an overworked immune system may experience in brain coaching. Visit
focused on the role of amyloid become less discriminating, lashing Phyllis’ website: www.brainwealth.org
plaques as the cause of Alzheimer’s out at threats so intensely that healthy
disease. Researchers were so body cells become collateral damage.
convinced that these plaques The blood-brain barrier is especially
cause the disease, that research on vulnerable to this friendly fire, making
competing theories was not funded. it easier for pathogens to enter the
12 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021Is Aquatic Physical Therapy
Right For You?
What is Aquatic Problems that can be COVID CAREFUL
Therapy? treated with Aquatic Therapy sessions will follow
Aquatic physical therapy is Therapy: JKV’s strict COVID-19 preventive
physical exercises in a swimming • Arthritis protocols, including one-on-one
pool designed to help patients sessions, 6-foot physical distancing
• Balance conditions
regain freedom of movement, to and residents will need to wear a
reduce and even eliminate pain. • Chronic Pain face shield when in the water.
The combination of exercises and • Fibromyalgia
heated pool water has a safe, • Joint replacements FOR MORE
therapeutic effect on the body, in • Limited weight bearing INFORMATION
many ways unmatched by other • Neck pain JKV’s Director of Nursing, Christy
means. • Neurological disorders Kelly, will be the point of contact
• Knee Injuries along with two part-time physical
Who Benefits from • Low Back Pain (including therapy assistants, Kristie Sento
Aquatic Therapy? patients experiencing acute
and Anne Holness. Appointments
Patients with neck and back pain, can be made for the hours of 8:30
including most sports-related back pain who cannot tolerate
a.m. to 4 p.m., however those
injuries, often benefit from standing and walking) hours may become more flexible
aquatic therapy as well as those • Post-surgical rehabilitation depending on the demand and
experiencing severe weakness • Shoulder conditions hours may be extended in the
as a result of injury or surgery. • Multiple sclerosis summer. Christy Kelly can be
Additionally, the pool’s heat helps • Parkinson’s Disease reached at (954) 783-4009, EXT
soothe the pain associated with • Weight loss programs 1257 or ckelly@jkvfl.com
injuries or discomforts.
• Generalized weakness
Patients recovering from muscular
• Sports injuries including
or skeletal injuries can control
the intensity of their therapy patients who cannot tolerate
by increasing or decreasing the high impact activities
amount of water resistance while
performing their aquatic exercises. COST
Therapy programs are tailored How much does an Aquatic
to the individual’s needs by a Therapy Cost? Aquatic physical
licensed physical therapist trained therapy is an acceptable form
in aquatic physical therapy. Skilled of physical therapy according to
Therapists will be providing one Medicare. Medicare Agency will
on one care in the new Aquatic check your insurance to see if you
Complex swimming pool. qualify.
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 13JKV Offers All Residents And Staff Chan
By Marty Lee. Village Voice Contributor
vaccine per hour,” Jessica said.
“Twelve drivers worked together
using a combination of carts and
buses. The drivers would arrive at
the scheduled time and communi-
cate any delays. We also assigned
drivers to return residents back
to their residences. It worked out
perfectly because of our amazing
drivers.”
Positive Resident Reaction
As vaccination day arrived and
progressed, residents appreciated
the planning and thoroughness of
the program.
Joyce and Don DeJong have
been JKV residents for seven
years. Don said that during the
pandemic, “We thought that the
JKV administration exhibited
The health care professionals from Walgreens take a moment from their busy exemplary skills in the handling of
vaccination schedule for this photo.
the COVID-19 restrictions here in
Continued from page 6 into sensible geographic locations, John Knox Village.
From check-in, to directing the there was a need to assign special “When we learned about the
line for documentation verification, needs residents to the first few schedule of the vaccinations here
to vaccination, and finally for the spots each hour to minimize risks at John Knox Village, we were
mandatory 15-minute observation- to frail individuals.” greatly appreciative of what the
al wait period in the Auditorium, to Jessica Frederic, JKV’s Transpor- administration had been going
make sure there were no harmful tation Manager, was tasked with through to get the vaccines deliv-
after-effects of the vaccine. coordinating transportation for ered here.”
100 Vaccinations Per Hour residents from their apartment or Joyce was relieved that JKV
Leslie said she scheduled resi- villa homes to the Village Centre. had arranged for the vaccinations
dents and employees to create an “The schedule was set to right on campus. “In talking to my
average of 100 persons per hour. accommodate the transportation friends [outside JKV] they are still
“Besides breaking the groups up of 100 people scheduled for the Continued on page 15
South Garden villa resident Nicole Shulman receives Resident Don DeJong receives his COVID-19
her vaccination. vaccination. Marty Lee photo.
14 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021nce For COVID-19 Vaccination
John Knox Home Health Agency Assistant
Administrator Maria Hannah (L) and Risk Manager
Kirsten Whiting handed out “I got my COVID-19
Vaccine” stickers and lollipops to residents and staff Kitchen Manager Curtis Haralson drops off his paperwork in
after they received their shots. advance of his vaccination.
Continued from page 14 [at John Knox Village].” along the way resulting in lower
trying to get a COVID-19 shot,” Claire said, “I was pleased that anxiety. What could have been a
Joyce said. “I have heard of some many of the people that I knew frenetic, stressful day, was instead
people waiting four hours in their would have peace of mind after of day of smiles and an over-
car to get a shot. receiving their first shot, knowing whelming feeling of hope.”
“I was very impressed in the that the second one would soon One of the many who added
organization of the process. It come. his assessment was Paul Simpson,
took us 35 minutes, including the “I was amazed as to how quickly a member of the John Knox Vil-
15 minutes after the shot. I felt they were able to get everything lage Board of Directors for nine
a feeling of relief after I got the so organized. When the day years and its Chairman for the past
COVID-19 shot.” arrived, I was in awe as to how well six. Paul appreciated the detail
Claire and Dusty Dunn have it was planned and how profes- and thoroughness with which the
lived at JKV since January 2018. sionally Walgreens administered JKV COVID-19 Vaccination Team
Dusty said, “COVID-19 had been the vaccine. JKV did a fantastic job approached its task.
very frightening, but JKV imme- and we are very grateful.” “In the media, we read, watch
diately decided to take precau- Evaluating The Results and hear about the critical need to
tions, setting guidelines for both In assessing the vaccination get these vaccines into people’s
employees and residents to follow. program, Life Enrichment’s Jami- arms, yet we see distribution prob-
At first, I thought they were very syn Becker said, “The first round of lems all across the country,” Paul
rigid but, after a while, we realized vaccinations was a huge success. said. “I’ve seen the news reports
how necessary this was to keep us It was a true testament of various of people sitting in their car for
all safe. departments working together hours, or seniors standing, waiting
“We were very excited to hear to execute a seamless event. We in line for hours with nowhere to
that the residents of senior care were able to bring the community sit and relax during their wait.
facilities would be the first to together in a safe and comfortable “Once the partnership with
receive the vaccines. I started to way to distribute the highly antici- Walgreens and the date for vacci-
wonder if and when, this would pated vaccines with very minimal nations were established, the staff
happen. I looked into getting wait times. The placement of team went to work in the planning. JKV
the vaccines elsewhere but could members at each stage of the has a significant team of people
not get an appointment and just process from getting off the buses, who put their hearts into what they
decided to wait. I was thrilled that to the various waiting areas, to the can do for the greater good of the
this day arrived and did not hesi- observation room ensured resi- community.”
tate to sign up to get the vaccine dents were informed and guided
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 15JKV-Sponsored GENVAS Salons
John Knox Village’s years-long partnership with
the Venetian Arts Society, continues even through
the COVID-19 pandemic. Reorganized, VAS is now
GENVAS, however the same intimate art salons
performed by an international cast of supremely
talented artists remains.
Here is the schedule for March and April. Events
highlighted in RED will take place in the Village Centre
Auditorium. For more information on these programs
feel free to contact the Life Enrichment Department
(954) 783-4039 or GENVAS at (954) 709-7447.
Julian Gargiulo
Thursday, April 29, at 1:30 & 3:30 p.m.
GENVAS “Daydreams”
With Julian Gargiulo, piano (Steinway Artist) virtual
concert from Paris, France at John Knox Village.
Thursday, April 29, at 3:30 & 5:30 p.m.
“A Conversation with the Artist”
Round Table Discussion (Virtual) Master Class NSU,
FAU, Dillard High School, all South Florida Dance
Schools (public and private)
Venue/Time TBD (Virtual).
Friday, April 30, CONVERGENCE
Performance Art, featuring John Henry Maldonado
(digital artist), Alexander Star (Impact/Electronic artist),
Steven LaBrie Dr. Kevin Wilt (FAU composer), Kenneth Averett Clark
(actor), Miami City Ballet Principal Soloist VAS “The
Thursday, March 25, at 5 p.m. 11th Guest” at The Ancient Spanish Monastery 16711
GENVAS “Daydreams W. Dixie Hwy., North Miami Beach, FL 33160.
with Introduction and Concert Promo “Live In-Person”
Steven LaBrie, baritone, and Adam Nielson, piano, CONVERGENCE:
virtual concert at John Knox Village. Multi-media interactive performance art fusing all
art disciplines, spirituality, and humanity and how it
evolved from ancient times to the digital and electronic
Friday, March 26 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. techniques of today and into the future! VAS honors
“From South Florida with Love!” and celebrate the diversity of our community to help
Steven LaBrie, and Adam Nielsen, GENVAS “The 11th unite the world and move forward by being “cleverly”
Guest” on New River Terrace at Historic Stranahan educational, emotionally enlightening, and to present
House Museum. powerfully relevant messages of hope and inspiration
for the world today…and tomorrow.
16 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021Signature Black
Bean Soup
In Good Taste: Glades Grill’s Signature
Black Bean Soup
By Rob Seitz, Village Voice Editor
John Knox Village’s newest dining Glades Grill Black Bean Soup Method Of Preparation
venue—The Glades Grill—is an (Yields 8-10 Bowls) Heat oil in a large soup kettle or pot.
outstanding addition to the recently • 2 cups of dry black beans, soak Add onions, peppers, celery, carrots
in cool water for 24 hours and garlic, sauté for 5 minutes. Add
opened $6.9 million Aquatic Complex.
• 1 tbsp. blended oil (75% canola vegetable broth, bring to a boil. Strain
Residents and Staff enjoy both beans and add seasonings. If using dry
indoor and outdoor poolside dining. 25% olive)
beans, you must simmer for 50 minutes,
• 1 cup chopped onions, carrots,
The 84-seat Glades Grill offers a nod to or until beans are tender.
and celery Once all ingredients are in and beans
healthful dining options, using seasonal
• 1 cup chopped bell pepper are tender, remove 3 cups of soup and
organic vegetables and fruits as much as • 1 tbsp. minced garlic puree, add back to soup pot. This will
possible. • 32-ounce vegetable broth thicken soup. If the soup is not thick
The Glades Grill’s varied menu ranges • ¼ tsp. ground black pepper enough, you may puree more soup. If
from grilled or blackened fresh fish and • ½ tbsp cumin the soup is too thick, adjust with more
Caribbean lobster roll to entrée salads • 1 tsp. smoked paprika vegetable broth. Serve with your choice
and Gator Bites appetizers, however one • ½ tsp. granulated garlic of toppings: Items may include diced
of the most popular dishes Executive • ½ tsp. granulated onion red onions, chopped scallions, cilantro,
• Chopped red onions, tomatoes tomatoes, even a dollop of sour cream is
Chef Mark Gullusci prepares is his
and scallions for garnish delicious, or if you are bold enough, add
signature black bean soup. thinly sliced jalapeño peppers.
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 17LIVING WELL CORNER
Are You Hindering Your Workout?
ately. These can be
signs that you are
pushing too hard
during a workout.
It is important to
understand the
difference between
working with a
physical thera-
pist and a Fitness
trainer.
Jasmine Tennie, BS, C-EP A physical thera-
How can I get the most out of a pist is a licensed
workout? If I push too hard during health professional
my workout I will get hurt. Am I who has specific
doing enough during my workout? graduate train- and flexibility could be your foot-
Why is my balance suddenly off and ing in physical therapy. A physical wear and slacks. The shoes you
why am I so stiff? therapist can be a Fitness trainer, a wear when walking more than a mile
Have you asked yourself any of Fitness trainer cannot be a physical should be supportive, and comfort-
these questions? There may some therapist. With that said, if you have able. I recommend shoes that are
simple solutions. an injury or a painful joint or muscle specifically tailored to the way you
In order to get the most out you should get a prescription from step (pronation or supination) and
of your workout you first have to your doctor to see a physical thera- are made for distance walking.
assess how you are feeling before pist. Physical Therapists are trained Shoes that are not made for walking
each workout. If you are sore from in correcting or easing pain and/or long distances, such as slip-on shoes
a previous workout or did not get a injuries. or dress shoes for men or women
good night’s sleep, you might not Fitness trainers work with you are not always made to fit these
feel like you can lift as much weight when you are at your best. Fitness standards. A podiatrist or physi-
or make it through your aerobics trainers are trained in what to avoid cal therapist may be able recom-
class as easily. when you have had a previous mend a brand of shoe that fits your
This is normal. Your best self is surgery or surgery so as not to make needs. Working out requires you to
going to change depending on how anything worse. In terms of JKV, be able to move freely. Tight jeans,
you are feeling that day and the Physical Therapists are in The Wood- dress shirts and dress pants do not
same goes for your workout. Staying lands to help treat your injuries allow for the freedom of stretching
consistent with your workouts is also and Fitness Professionals are in the and lifting your limbs that help you
important. Fitness Studio to help you maintain become stronger and more limber. A
Aerobic exercise should be done your everyday fitness. T-shirt and pants with stretch mate-
at least three to five days a week. A Fitness Professional can help rial are more suited for your workout
General muscular fitness should take you determine if you are working movements. You may in fact be more
place two to three days per week, at the proper intensity during your flexible and balanced than your
according to the American College workout. The most important tool fitness fashion is allowing.
of Sports Medicine’s Guidelines for we have as Fitness Professionals For more advice or assistance
Exercise Testing and Prescription. is your health history. Our training with any of these topics, please stop
Try to keep your exercise regimen has taught us to use your health by the Fitness Studio. We can give
consistent on a weekly basis. Do information to best decide which you assistance based on our scope
not be afraid to branch out and try type of exercises will help keep you of practice or help direct you to the
a different workout or a new class if from re-injuring or exacerbating any appropriate department.
you are unable to make your usual preexisting conditions. Stay fit and well.
fitness appointments. Balance and flexibility can be –Jasmine Tennie
If you feel any pain or unusual affected by a myriad of medications, JKV Fitness Outreach Coordinator,
discomfort during your workout you diseases, conditions, and more. Two B.S., CEP
should stop that exercise immedi- very simple hindrances to balance
18 VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021NUTRITION NOTES
Aging And Digestive Health
Getting older has its pluses
and minuses. On the plus side,
you get more time to relax and
enjoy life. On the minus side lies
many health challenges, includ-
ing an increase in digestive
health disorders.
While problems with diges-
tion can occur at any age,
research shows that nearly 40
percent of older adults have one
or more age-related digestive
Rachel Graham
symptoms each year.
Let us discuss some common digestive problems that you
may experience as you age.
1. Constipation: Symptoms can include difficult or painful often, helping to lower blood pressure by causing you to
bowel movements, infrequent bowel movements and/or lose excess fluid. This will cause some to drink less, to help
hard, dry stool. This can be related to various factors such prevent excess urination, therefore causing dehydration.
as changes in the digestive system, medication use, lack of 2. Diverticular Disease: About half of people age 60 and
hydration and inactivity. older have diverticulosis. This occurs when small pouches
1a. Changes in the digestive system: Your digestive in the lining of the colon bulge out along weak spots in the
system moves food through your body by a series of muscle intestinal wall, causing symptoms such as gas, bloating,
contractions. These contractions, much like squeezing a cramps and constipation.
toothpaste tube, push food along your digestive tract. As 3. GERD: is the most common upper GI disorder in older
we age, the process sometimes slows down, causing food adults stemming from stomach acid backing up into the
to move more slowly through the colon which can cause esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.
constipation. So how can we protect our digestive health as we age?
1b. Medication use: As we age, we start to have more The best medicine to keeping your digestion running
health problems that require medications. Several common smoothly is prevention. Check your meds. Talk with your
meds can cause constipation such as channel blockers (used doctor to see if your meds could be causing any digestive
for high blood pressure) and narcotics (which actually slow symptoms. Stay active by getting at least 30 minutes of
down the digestive system). exercise five days a week. Eat more fiber. Drink plenty of
1c. Not drinking enough fluids: Staying hydrated helps fluids. Maintain a healthy weight. And last, but not least, get
prevent constipation at any age. It can become more of an regular health screenings.
issue for older adults who take diuretics for high blood pres- –Rachel Graham, RD, LD/N
sure or heart failure. Diuretics cause you to urinate more Assistant Director of Dining Services
Valentine’s Day Concert
Residents enjoyed a live, in-person COVID-careful Resident favorite Gail Smith performed a special Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day concert by pianist Gail Smith. Piano Concert in the Auditorium. The playlist included “Let Me
Call You Sweetheart” and “What the World Needs Now is Love,
Sweet Love.”
VILLAGE VOICE | MAR-APR 2021 19The Best Word Defining JKV... Resiliency
Continued from page 3
Leading to year’s end, many Village Towers received an impact
The Woodlands was restricted, thought that our preventive glass, waterproofing and painting
Life Enrichment and Fitness protocols were too restrictive, facelift. Next will be upgrade work
Studio activities were cancelled however it got the attention all the on the balconies.
and Marketing ceased offering way up in Tallahassee where Gov. We opened our state-of-the-art
staycations to prospects—a nearly DeSantis hand-picked JKV as the first Welcome & Innovation Center which,
cinch-the-deal method of converting community in Florida to receive the because of its large conference
a reluctant person or couple into COVID-19 vaccinations for Seaside room, has become our number one
enthusiastic new residents. Cove and The Woodlands Elders, and in-person meeting spot. The new
Shortly thereafter in-person our health-care staff members. He Aquatic Complex is completed—
dining stopped and our teams again even came to campus to introduce with its two pools, Glades Grill,
“adjusted” to taking phoned-in meal our inaugural patient—16-year pickleball, bocce ball and Stryker’s
orders and making home deliveries. resident Vera Leip—during a press Poolside Pub—and is open for
Off-campus trips to grocers were conference for which JKV received COVID-careful convivium.
cancelled, throwing teammates into media coverage and professional In partnership with Johns Hopkins
Instacart ordering mode. We had recognition around the world. Medicines, Holy Cross Health and
the chance to buy paper products Remarkably, by March 4th of this Everside Health, JKV’s new Center
on campus, when they could not be year, all residents and staff members for Healthy Living defines JKV’s
purchased elsewhere. (Who would will have had the chance to receive commitment to the ongoing well-
have thought finding toilet paper both doses of the vaccination, being of our residents and staff.
would have been a thing?) without enduring the hassles of Located on the first floor of our
We all started to learn about scheduling websites crashing or Professional Center Building, it is
this wonderful video conferencing sitting in miles-long lines of traffic in designed to improve the lives of
tool—Zoom—with its many boxes the hopes of receiving a shot. those inside John Knox Village, and
lining our screens, looking more All seven on-campus vaccination eventually the larger community.
like the opening of a Brady Bunch clinic visits had the potential to be Finally, you would be hard-
episode than an important team logistical nightmares: At its peak, pressed to say you have not noticed
meeting or fun LE event. Our Fitness staff from all departments twice work taking place on the Westlake
Professionals “recovered” to make moved 800 residents and staff over Pavilion. Construction on the 400-
instructional videos to help keep us eight hours from around campus seat Performing Arts Center, two
all in shape while staying inside. to the Village Centre, processed restaurants and a bar is right on
In no time our three-pronged necessary paperwork, walked them schedule for a First Quarter 2022
mantra became: Wear a mask; into the Hibiscus Room for their opening: Talk about lifestyle and
maintain 6-foot physical distancing; shots, watched for any side effects amenity upgrades.
wash your hands frequently. in the Auditorium and Glades Grill, Look for information concerning
Very different looking days, weeks, and safely returned everyone to their April ribbon cutting ceremonies for
months, seasons and holidays came homes and work areas. I understand the Welcome & Innovation Center,
and went, culminating 2020 with that “I got my COVID-19 Vaccine” Aquatic Complex and Center for
six face-masked Life Enrichment stickers and lollipops helped. Healthy Living, along with a topping
team members with party hats and Throughout this unprecedented off celebration for the Pavilion.
champagne flutes broadcasting a time period, the Village continued As we continue progressing
Zoomed-in New Year’s Eve toast to upgrade its infrastructure and add through the pandemic and the
in an empty Auditorium, out to new amenities. Cassels Tower was Village’s Master Vision Plan, I
hundreds of virtual resident revelers. waterproofed, painted and impact know your resiliency will continue
glass was installed. New higher- unabated, for which I am deeply
the joys of capacity rooftop air conditioners
were added.
grateful.
Cheers,
G.Stryker
WELLNESS
& peace of mind
GERALD STRYKER
President/CEO
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