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The Meadoword
September 2021
The Meadoword
The Meadows Community News and Lifestyle Volume 39, Number 7
TOGETHER
again
COMMUNITY HEALTH LIFESTYLES SLICE OF SUMMER THE WRITE STUFF
NEWS AND WELLNESS Pages 10-19 Pages 12–13 Pages 20–21
Pages 2–7 Page 8-9
2 themeadowssarasota.org THE MEADOWORD September 2021
Community News Let's Come Together
Jan Lazar—MCA Board President
T he roller coaster year of
separation and isolation that
the COVID pandemic has caused
of The Meadows as a thriving
community. Our new Community
Lifestyle and Wellness building is
While we continue with all
these efforts, we look forward
to returning to a less stressful
finds us once again facing a under construction, the dog park environment when COVID
daunting number of new COVID is underway, the expanded dining is finally not the threat and
cases. It has put us back to having at Centre Court Lounge/ pool is impediment that it unfortunately
to deal daily with personal health being completed and numerous still is today. We urge you all
and safety issues just when we other infrastructure projects are to stay safe, and follow safety
are trying to come back together either done or in process. Timing measures so that we can finally
in a more normal life. Very few of of all of these projects has been meet and greet each other without
us have ever lived through such a affected by the COVID impacts worry of illness and quarantines.
prolonged period of public crisis on availability of workers, delays
engulfing the nation and the in obtaining necessary permits One final note. We have all the
world. Many of us have not seen from the County due to lengthy Q & A materials from the annual
many of our family or friends for processing time, and materials meeting, various reports that
more than a year and a half. The shortages but all are still moving have been published in The
strains that this has placed on our forward. We have not let the Meadoword, the annual Audit
lives is incalculable. challenges derail our progress. and other material on our website
Our staff has been phenomenal! so that it is easily accessible for all.
While we have been lucky enough
to live in a place which has allowed
us to be outside continuing many We are having many more outdoor
recreational activities over this events that allow us to interact safely
period, that same blessing has
also shielded us from seeing
and enjoy the entertainment and fun...
the enormous effects of lock
downs, restricted movement They have provided programming, If you have missed any of these,
and economic displacement shepherded major construction they can be found in the NEWS &
that has occurred. Just when projects and serviced a wide RESOURCES section under the
we hoped that we might be past variety of community needs with heading FAQs.
all the restrictions and fear, the dedication in an unprecedentedly
resurgence of COVID cases again difficult environment.
threatens our physical and mental
health and our economic stability.
But we are resilient and
New to determined to work toward the
renaissance that we envisioned
The Meadows?
pre-COVID. We see the return of
some of our long absent neighbors
WELCOME and the re-opening of some of our
favorite places, such as restaurants
Pick up your and theaters. We are having many
more outdoor events that allow
“Newcomer’s Packet” us to interact safely and enjoy the
at the MCA entertainment and fun that we
missed for a whole year.
2004 Longmeadow
We have continued our efforts
to improve our community’s
facilities to provide the enhanced
amenities we determined several
years ago to be vital to the future
Our Vision Our Mission
To be known as a well-maintained, welcoming, To preserve the property values, ambiance
safe community with up-to-date housing, and vitality of our community.
activities and services designed to meet the
needs of all residents.
September 2021 THE MEADOWORD 3
Our Community's Refresh
Frances Rippcondi—MCA General Manager
D rive down Longmeadow and
it is clear that construction is
underway for our new Meadows
and boards will soon
be laid. As we move
through the construction
Drive and Highland Oaks have been
completed with Glebe Farm and
Ringwood Meadow soon to follow.
Community Lifestyle and Wellness process, paths are being
Facility. Our groundbreaking temporarily redirected to The Meadows Country
celebrated this momentous occasion provide ample space for Club Entry
and soon work began as crews construction workers. Residents and club members
expanded the pond, hauled off excess Once completed, you participating in a Renaissance
dirt, and focused their attention on will be able to experience Access Event at the club will be
the project’s infrastructure. dining poolside under rerouted to the north entrance of
the oak trees. the building while construction at
If you have ever engaged in a communities. Increasing
construction project, the one Walking Paths wildlife habitats is an important
thing you know for certain is The Meadows offers unique environmental agenda set forth
that the beginning and the end walking path experiences by the MCA. This year, the
are the best parts. It’s the in throughout the community. MCA, generous contributors,
between times when we have to Underfoot one may transition and hardworking volunteers are
remind ourselves to be flexible from concrete, to crushed shell, responsible for installing and or
and patient. Therefore, if there asphalt or the natural land with donating over 2,000 aquatic plants
is an occasional sidewalk closure, each step leading you to a new to our ponds and 46 trees to the
a slow in traffic, a disruption in place. Fourteen miles of walking community. Newly planted trees
parking, or an alternate path to paths keeps our maintenance such as Pines, Sabal palms, and
be taken, understanding that it is team hard at work as they perform Bald Cypress support our native
only temporary, this may ease the ongoing repairs and enhancements habitats and wildlife species and
frustration. to community sidewalks, lake add to the natural tree hammocks
paths and recreational areas. This of The Meadows. the main entrance is underway.
Despite the construction year alone crews have replaced Due to structural issues needed to
industries’ challenges with roughly 6,000 ft. of concrete, As stewards of the land, the MCA protect residents’ safety, portions
material and labor shortages, asphalt and crushed shell. provides routine maintenance for of the board walk ramp leading to
The Meadows continues to make both our Oaks and Palm trees. the club and pro shop have been
improvements to the overall You may notice while driving removed. A temporary entrance
community that often times around pink flags on palm trees. will be provided while a new entry
get overshadowed by the big These flags mark a palm tree that is being designed and permitted.
projects but by no means are will receive its annual pruning.
less important. Therefore, the Whether we are initiating
next time you are out and about Directional and Common new construction projects,
you may notice the following Area Signage modernizing, renovating or
enhancements listed below. Each Wondering which way to go? maintaining our facilities and
project is a step advancing the Follow the freshly painted grounds, it is our goal to achieve
Renaissance plan forward. directional signage. Our the best living experience while
directional signage is getting a providing a welcoming friendly,
Outdoor Dining/Deck Landscaping fresh coat of paint to protect it active lifestyle to residents of The
Expansion The Meadows is home to a diverse from Florida’s harsh elements, Meadows. Coming together and
The phase I deck expansion is in ecosystem that inhabits a wide high heat and rain. Recently being together is what community
progress. Electricians are moving range of flora and fauna which the signage along Longmeadow, is all about.
junction boxes; post are being set, sets us apart from surrounding Highlands Bridge Road, Hadfield
CALL FOR CANDIDATES
The Meadows Community Association
MCA seeks Candidates for election
to the 2022 MCA Board of Directors
Interested property owners
are invited to submit their names
for consideration
no later than noon on
October 1, 2021.
All candidates must complete a
Personal Information Questionnaire
For more information call
the MCA at 941-377-2300
4 themeadowssarasota.org THE MEADOWORD September 2021
Together Again – Perhaps Under a Tree
A tree or two may be the solution to that cooped up feeling
Bob Clark—Standards Chair
D ue to a publishing deadline,
I am writing this a month
before you will read it and at this
I don’t mean to imply that we
have a forest here, but we do have
lots of groves of trees and plenty
We go to great lengths in The
Meadows to protect our trees.
Before one can be removed,
As always, my thanks go out to
our many volunteers and our hard
working staff who bring positive
time several more virulent forms of green space. If preserving our an Architectural Review must energy to our organization and
of COVID are making a surge green space includes improving be approved by the Standards community. And when you get
in Florida. Hopefully this will our feeling of peace and good Committee and a replacement that cooped up feeling, get out
inspire a few more people to get will, the effort made over the past tree is required for every tree that there and look at a tree, some
vaccinated and finally stop this few years to preserve it was well is taken down. The Rules and green space or a garden. It really
scourge in its tracks. worth it. What could be better than Regulations regarding this and does make you feel better.
preserving your home’s value and many other important standards
If that does not happen, then the promoting a healthy lifestyle. that must be observed in The See Architectural Reviews for June
safest place to gather remains Meadows are posted on the and July on page 5.
outdoors and that’s where the The report cited above goes on MCA website and I recommend
trees come in. The New York State to say that green spaces in urban reading them.
Department of Environmental areas are just as important as rural
Conservation is reporting research forests. It’s noted that gardens, If you would like to get more
showing that visiting a forest has parks and street trees make involved in the community,
real quantifiable health benefits, up what is called an urban and volunteer for one of our many
both mental and physical. Even community forest. This makes me committees. It is rewarding and
five minutes around trees or in want to extend a word of thanks provides a way for you to have
green spaces may improve health. for the Garden Club and Meadows input into the future direction of the
Think of it as a prescription with Gardening Group for the fine work Meadows. It also lends credibility to
no negative side effects that comes they do to bring even more beauty any suggestions you may have for
with living in The Meadows. to our surroundings. improvements in our organization.
Welcome Back
Michael Cox
S ummer break is over and we’re
together again. Sort of like the
beginning of a new school year
Community Lifestyle and Wellness
Facility began and Elsa scared
us a bit. One thing I’ve started
Speaking of safety, I’d like to talk
about keeping our homes safe
when we’re away.
Another safety feature to consider
are outdoor motion detectors and
cameras. Again, these have come
except we don’t have to stand up in since moving to Florida is to a long way. You can get solar
front of the class and talk about what spend entire weeks glued to the Even though The Meadows is a powered ones that don’t need to
we did during the vacation months. weather channel and picking very safe community, taking a few be wired into your electric circuit.
which spaghetti model I want to steps to further ensure the safety
September, that time when the believe. Ala seemed to think that of yourself and your home is a If you’re going to be gone for an
heat and humidity of summer during the Elsa scare, I might have good idea. extended time you should let the
ends and the heat and humidity gone a bit overboard in assembling Meadows Safety Patrol know you’ll
of autumn begins. A lot happened a hurricane kit. I don’t think You may want to connect with a be gone, as well as telling a trusted
over the summer, the Bolts so. Storing a month’s worth of trusted neighbor who can watch friend when you’re leaving and
repeated, there were a slew Little Debbie Nutty Buddy bars is your property while you are away, when you expect to return.
of activities in The Meadows, entirely rational. Ala was wrong. or invest in a home security system.
construction for the new Meadows Security systems, have advanced One of the most basic things you
over the years. Current systems are should always do is to lock your
relatively inexpensive, easy to self- doors, even when you’re home.
install, can be taken with you if you If you keep a vehicle in your
move, don’t require a long-term driveway, make sure it’s locked
contract and usually have small too. Most car break-ins happen to
monthly oversight fees. They also cars that are left unlocked.
offer a lot more features like water
sensors and window breakage This being said, have a fun
sensors. There are more to choose September and safely enjoy all
from than ever before: Simplisafe, that The Meadows has to offer.
Ring, Xfinity and many more.
If you aren't currently a member, please join us. Its only
$15 a year or $25 for two years. For questions
or futher information contact the MHOA at
MeadowsHomeownersSarasota@gmail.com
September 2021 THE MEADOWORD 5
SAFETY
Architectural Review
June/July Approved Applications
REPORT
June Safety Report
to the master bedroom (doors
JUNE 2021 JULY 2021
D uring the month of June,
2021 there were eighteen
(18) incident free days, five (5)
not locked), and used the tub
or shower. Towels laying in
the bathroom had been used,
3000 Highlands Bridge Rd 2905 Sandringham Place more than last month. There were but nothing else was disturbed.
(2) Papillon Condo Assn Somerset Condo Assn nineteen (19) reported incidents, Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office
eighteen (18) less than last month. arrived and took charge of the
4748 Ringwood Meadow Longwater Chase Condo Assn There were one hundred twenty one incident (C#: 21-50497).
5292 Everwood Run 5452 Downham Meadows (122) citations issued this month,
forty (40) less than last month.
July Safety Report
Sandleheath Condo Assn 5465 Downham Meadows
In the month of July, 2021 there
5330 Charmes 4988 Greencroft Rd
• Burglary- Structure: On were fifteen (15) incident free days,
4403 Longmeadow 4831 Greywood Lane Thursday, June 10, 2021 a three (3) less than last month.
Chelmsford Close Condo Assn 5324 Huntingwood Ct report of a burglary in the 3200 There were twenty seven (27)
5053 Vivienda Way 4732 Longwater Chase block of Ringwood Meadow. reported incidents, eight (8) more
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s than last month. There were one
(2) 5433 Champagne 5078 Marsh Field Rd
Office arrived and took charge hundred two (102) citations issued
3902 Stable Ln 3017 Rosemead of the incident (C# 21-49168). this month, twenty (20) less than
Hadfield Greene Condo Assn 4939 Rutland Gate Perpetrators entered through last month.
5016 Marsh Field Rd 5652 Sheffield Greene the rear sliding glass door.
Estimated $1000 worth of • Theft-Petit: On Wednesday,
5028 Marsh Field Rd Penshurst Park HOA
jewelry was taken. July 7, 2021 in the 5100 block
4842 Greywood Ln 2341 Arborfield Ln of Everwood Run some time
4842 Greywood Ln 4631 Glebe Farm Rd • Animal Complaint: On Sunday, between July 6, 2021 and
5151 Everwood Run 4812 Greencroft Rd June 13, 2021 in the 4700 July 7, 2021 (5:20 pm and
block of Ringwood Meadow, 7:30 am) someone took the
3550 Trebor Ln 3000 Highlands Bridge Rd Safety Patrol was stopped by electric scrubber for the pool.
4415 Highland Oaks Cir 5094 Marsh Field Rd the complainant, a passing Estimate value: $150.
2969 Heather Bow 3000 Ringwood Meadow motorist. Complainant stated
his 40 lb. tortoise was missing • Petit Theft: On Monday, July
5009 Vivienda Way 3228 Ringwood Meadow
from its pen. 19, 2021 in the 5094 block of
2850 Wrenwood Ct Bunker Oaks Condo Assn Marsh Field Rd. sometime over
1912 Deancroft Rd 4852 Greencroft Rd • Burglary- Structure: On the winter months someone
Chandlers Forde Condo Assn 4749 Harvest Bend Monday, June 14, 2021 in cut the cable and took a blue
the 5400 Downham Meadow Raleigh ladies bicycle. Estimate
2423 Arborfield Square 4967 Taywater Dell
the complainant stated that value: $150. The victim was
5511 W Long Common Ct 4773 Ringwood Meadow sometime between Friday and advised to notify the Sarasota
5143 Marsh Field Ln 3131 & 3141 Heatherwood Ln Monday, someone entered County Sheriff’s Office.
4779 Ringwod Meadow 3340 Highlands Bridge Rd through the sliding glass doors
3375 Sandleheath
3425 Highlands Bridge Rd In the event of an emergency 911
The non-emergency 941-316-1201
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office
The Meadows Safety Patrol 941-809-0084
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6 themeadowssarasota.org THE MEADOWORD September 2021
Assembly Committee
Mike Mazur—Assembly Committee Chair
T he Assembly Executive
Committee is preparing an
interesting and information-
address the Assembly
delegates and other
attendees.
homeowner association volunteer
roles of responsibility and
accomplishments.
we did last year, the presentations
that each of the applicants make
will be recorded so that those
packed series of programs for can be shared with the Assembly
2021-2022. The terms of Jan Lazar, Amy The Assembly Executive Delegates representing the
MacDougall and Tom Pound Committee is responsible for condominium and homeowner
The Assembly of Property Owners expire at the March 2022 confirming that applicants are associations and the commercial
is currently on hiatus until the Annual Meeting. Amy and Meadows property owners based entities that are property owners.
fall and the Assembly Executive Tom are eligible to run for on official county records. They
Committee is actively working another three-year term. also contact each applicant to By mid-January, each property
on the 2021-2022 programs. At confirm their interest in serving in owner will be provided with the
the writing of this article, we are Those Meadows residents who these three-year voluntary roles. list of nominees, their candidate
working to finalize our October have an interest in serving on statements and instructions on
20, 2021 topic so watch for details the Board of Directors must At the November 17, 2021 meeting, casting votes which must be
in the October Meadoword. In complete an application form the Assembly Delegates will vote received by March 1, 2022. This is
addition, the meeting, unless in order to be considered by to confirm the nominees from the date of the Annual Meeting at
COVID-19 precautions are the Assembly Delegates who among the field of applicants who which the election will be finalized.
changed, will be a hybrid event. serve as the nominating body. will stand for the election by the The elected Board members take
Application forms are available on MCA. The Assembly rules specify office at the conclusion of that
Also, at the October 20 the MCA website and at the MCA that there be no more than two meeting.
meeting, applicants for the Community Center and are due nominees above the number of
three positions that will by the close of business on Friday, open positions. In its role as the See you on October 20, 2021.
be open on The Meadows October 1, 2021. Applicants nominating body, the Assembly
Community Association should note that it is especially delegates will vote to narrow the
Board of Directors will be important to detail their Meadows list of nominees if the number of
introduced and will briefly as well as condominium or applicants exceeds that limit. As
HURRICANES AND TORNADOS
F loridians know that this is the peak of the hurricane season, so while Top left:Tornado see in
we have been lucky so far, be prepared, waiting will only bring more Sarasota in 2020.
stress and uncertainty, and we have had enough of that.
Know your evacuation zone and shelters near you and which shelters
accept pets, if you have one. Remember the following key planning
points below and use the MCA website: News and Resources/
Preparedness to access all the important links. We recommend that you
print out the information in case of a loss of power.
Bottom right: Tornado that
Sign up for Alert Sarasota County at touchdown in Venice, lasted 4
www.alertsarasotacounty.com minutes, was an E4 at 75 MPH
winds.
Disaster Supply Checklist Hurricanes shouldn’t be the only possible disaster to be prepared for.
S tart now. Here are some of the items to ensure your family’s basic comfort and well- With all the hurricanes predicted in 2020, it was the tornadoes that
being in the aftermath of a hurricane. The time to prepare is now. surprised Sarasota County that year and with little to no warning. Did
• Cash—banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods. you know that Florida leads the nation with 12.2 tornadoes per 10,000
• ater—at least one gallon per person per day for three to seven days, plus
W square miles and ranks number 3 nationally in terms of number of
water for pets. tornadoes? South Florida Sun Sentinel reported this data on December
30, 2020. Just last year, Florida had 54 tornadoes. In 2019 there
• F ood—at least enough for three to seven days, including: non-perishable
packaged or canned food and juices, food for infants and the elderly, snack were 29, even in 2021 there have been instances seen throughout the
food, non-electric can opener, vitamins, paper plates, plastic utensils. sunshine state. It’s not known how many of Florida’s tornadoes are
• Radio—battery powered and NOAA weather radio with extra batteries. brought on by hurricanes, but Florida tornadoes are usually on the
lower end of the Enhanced Fujita scale. That’s the rating system for
• Blankets, pillows, etc.
tornadoes. Sunshine state tornadoes aren’t as big or devastating as EF3s
• First aid kit—plus medicines, prescription drugs. with winds of 136-165 MPH or EF4s at 166-200 MPH or a devastating
• Special items—for babies and the elderly. EF5 at 200+ MPH, they are ranked EF-0 and EF-1s. None the less, it can
cause damage and a threat, so it’s important to be aware and prepare for
• Flashlight and batteries—make sure they are in working order.
disasters that may be unexpected, HAVE A PLAN IN PLACE.
• Keys—easily accessible location.
• Important papers in a water proof baggie. Check out the MCA website News & Resources
to see all the helpful links on disaster preparedness
September 2021 THE MEADOWORD 7
Emergency Prep. Committee: Be prepared to get TOGETHER AGAIN
Meadow’s Weather/Hurricane Season Analysis: June-July 2021 Report
Roy Wysnewski
W eather Analysis: The
Meadow’s June-July weather
was a near mirror-image to what
Meadows Rainfall and
Tempurature Data
we experienced in April and May.
Most day-time temperatures were June
above normal in both June and July Rainfall: 9.33 inches (YTD: 18.51
while rainfall again was a mixed-bag in.) 23 yr. June rainfall average:
– above average in June and below 8.81 in.
average in July. Average high temperature: 92.3 F
Above normal high-temp. days: 27
The above-normal temperatures Record high-temperature days: 3
we have experienced for the past
year and a half continued through
June and July. Both months
July
were downright hot and ‘muggy’!
Rainfall: 6.98 inches (YTD: 25.49
Maximum day-time temperatures in.) 23 yr. July rainfall average:
for the two months exceeded normal 8.52in.
on 52 days (out of 61 total), and
Average high temperature: 93.2 F
the average monthly temperature
Above normal high-temp. days:
exceeded normal by 5 F in June and
25 Record high-temp. days: 5
3 F in July. Also, there were eight
record high-temperature days for
the two-month period. Elsa, moved northward in the Gulf
of Mexico, paralleling Florida’s west
June ‘kick-starts’ the four-month coast, then became the season’s
rainy season here in Southwest first hurricane at a location just
Florida. It did not let us down as it adjacent to Tampa before crossing
exceeded the monthly average, but Florida north of Tampa.
not by much (6%). Following in
the footsteps of May, July rainfall In response to observations that
was below normal. It’s worth equatorial sea temperatures in
noting that July’s rainfall varied the eastern Pacific Ocean are
greatly across Sarasota County, as starting to fall, the National
the Sarasota-Bradenton Airport Weather Service issued a ‘La
recorded approximately 50 % more Nina Watch’ for September and
rain than that measured at The October. Unfortunately, this is
Meadow’s Community Association not good news for Florida because
(MCA) weather station. Also, it was historically, a La Nina event
surprising to see another weather translates to increased tropical
station in The Meadows – just a cyclone activity in the Atlantic
short distance northeast of the basin. And history confirms that
MCA -- exceed the MCA total by Atlantic basin-formed hurricanes
20%! It appears that this variability make landfall in Florida 40% of
results from a ‘shift’ in a historical the time.
summertime weather/climate
pattern first reported a year ago. In Elsa gave The Meadows
this shift, much of our summertime Emergency Preparation
east-to-west thunderstorm activity Committee an opportunity
transitioned to a west-to east on- for a dry run. With ‘feverish’
shore direction. temperatures presiding in
our atmosphere and the Gulf
Monthly rain and high- of Mexico, be prepared to get
temperature data are presented in together again in the coming
the two graphs. months. The next event may be
the real ‘McCoy’.
Hurricane Season Analysis:
As of August 1, one-third of the Send comments and questions
2021 tropical cyclone season about this month’s report to:
became history. This season’s roywys8@msn.com.
activity picked up where 2020
finished – at a record-setting pace!
So far, we have seen five named
(tropical) storms form. During the
first week in July the fifth storm,
8 themeadowssarasota.org THE MEADOWORD September 2021
Health & Wellness Kennel Cough is Back
David J. Smith, VMD—Bay Road Animal Hospitals
K ennel cough is back. The
irritating “honking” cough
that was always associated with
to pneumonia and were more
dangerous than the Bordetella
bacteria. With the vaccines being
get your dog vaccinated for both
the bacterial and viral form of
kennel cough prior to boarding
boarding dogs seems to be a used for prevention, it seemed that and/or if you frequent dog parks
problem of the past. Most kennels the kennel cough problem had or plan on stopping at rest stops
required proof of the Bordetella been resolved. while traveling. Remember, if
vaccination within six months your dog has not been vaccinated
of boarding. This was the most Recently, we started seeing case for these diseases, it takes two
common bacterial form of the after case of what seemed to be shots three weeks apart to obtain
cough. Several years ago, a strain the cough related to dogs being full protection. I will keep you
of virus called canine influenza at dog parks, where unvaccinated updated as more information
was identified in the New England dogs would be exposed to others becomes available about these new
area and a vaccine was produced carrying the kennel cough outbreaks.
for the virus. A new canine organisms and get the disease.
influenza virus strain later started We have now seen some
in the Chicago area and that completely vaccinated dogs
vaccine has been included with (with both the viral and
the first. The influenza viruses bacterial vaccines) still
were so contagious that when get the cough. One patient
they were first identified some developed pneumonia that
hospitals, including the University was confirmed on x-ray.
of Florida Veterinary Hospital, Luckily, with treatment all
would not allow patients inside patients have recovered.
the hospital if they were suspected We are still trying to
of having the virus. These viruses identify the cause of these
had more potential to progress outbreaks. My advice is to
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SEPTEMBER 10,
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• Training
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wagmoresarasota@gmail.com
September 2021 THE MEADOWORD 9
TUES
OCT, 5
FOR APPOINTMENT CALL
FLU SHOTS @ MCA 10-1 PM
SUE AT MCA 941-377-2300
WED
OCT, 6
1- 4 PM
FITNESS SCHEDULE —FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT: FITNESS CENTER 941-371-6000
Start Preregistration Zoom/ In-
Class Name Days Duration Cost How to Pay How to Register Instructor
Time Required person
Water
M& W 9:30 50 FREE NA yes -48hrs In Person fitnessfrontdesk@meadowscc.org Margie
Aerobics
Venmo or
Gentle Yoga TH 4:00 60 $12.00 yes -48hrs zoom cheryl@gardenoftheheartyoga.com Cheryl
PayPal
$ cash to
Balance Fr 11:00 25 yes- 48hrs In Person bookins619@hotmail.com Rebecca
10.00 instructor
Stretch &
Tu 9:00 50 FREE NA yes- 48hrs zoom bookins619@hotmail.com Rebecca
Tone
Stretch & Zoom &
TH 8:30 50 FREE NA yes -48hrs penelopespanache@verizon.net Penelope
Tone in person
cash to
Tai Chi M,W & Sa 8:45 60 $7.00 yes -48hrs In Person srqmurph1@gmail.com Mike
instructor
resumes in cash to
Sports Yoga 10:00 60 $12.00 yes -48hrs In Person fitnessfrontdesk@meadowscc.org Sage
fall instructor
Monday-Friday 7am-7pm, Saturday 7 am-4 pm, Sunday 9 am – 1 pm (Excluding holidays). To work out in the Fitness Center you must complete the orientation
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Our Lifestyle Important Things to Know about Socialization
Article from Mon Ami Blog
Mon Ami is a technology company that serves senior service providers
across the country including Area Agencies on Aging, AmeriCorps Seniors and RSVP programs,
community health providers, and nonprofits.
Socialization can play a powerful people move or age, and loss of making options such as Sudoku
role in health and wellness family and friends. Some of the and crossword puzzles a go-to
for seniors and others. Lean harmful impacts of long-term for many seniors. But your brain
how companionship and isolation or loneliness can include: wasn’t just made to think up
socialization can help mitigate • Depression vocabulary words or solve number
ailments and reduce reliance on • Increased risk of problems; it was made to deal
pharmaceuticals. cardiovascular disease with all of day-to-day life, and
When talking about health, • Increased risk of stroke that includes conversing, enjoying
people often default to physical • High blood pressure laughter and simply spending time
considerations, bringing up • Increased risk of clinical with others. Research from Rush
topics such as diet, exercise and dementia Medical Center notes that visiting
regular checkups with medical In fact, long-term social isolation with others and attending social
providers. While these things has been shown to increase events can be as beneficial as
are important for ongoing someone’s risk of dementia by up crossword puzzles in keeping your
health in people of all ages, so to 64%. If someone already has cognitive functions well-oiled.
is socialization. Studies have dementia, a lack of socialization Other studies have confirmed the
shown that regular socialization can exacerbate the symptoms, importance of socialization in
has been tied to positive benefits even driving early onset cases seniors’ cognitive capability. The
for mental and physical health. forward to become more serious Finnish Geriatric Intervention
at a faster rate than they might Study to Prevent Cognitive
The benefits of socialization
otherwise have. Impairment and Disability —
are present at every age, but
FINGER for short — came up with
in seniors, social outings and Even if you are
four practices that were equally
activities can reduce loneliness surrounded by people , you
important for the aging mind (and
and isolation while providing can still be lonely.
body):
positive benefits on cognitive
Social isolation means having • Physical activity
function, emotional well-being
infrequent social contact. But you • A healthy diet
and physical factors such as
can have social contacts and still • Challenging yourself mentally
mobility. This is especially
feel lonely. To assess loneliness, • Engaging in socialization
true for seniors with dementia.
you might ask:
Anecdotal evidence, statistical Individuals who engaged in
analysis and research studies • How often do you feel that
these four practices regularly
have all shown correlations there are people you can talk
scored higher on cognitive tests
between socialization in seniors to?
of executive function (the ability
and a positive impact on memory • How often do you feel that you
to consider data and make a
and other brain functions. lack companionship?
decision) and response times.
• How often do you feel that
Whether you’re a caregiver or a
your interests and ideas are not
senior looking forward to future
years in retirement, discover
shared by those around you? 2. Potentially Slows
Progression of Dementia
what you need to know about 5 Benefits of socialization Researchers know that social
socialization below. to seniors. isolation can worsen the memory
Research confirms that increased deficit someone develops as they
Why is Socialization interaction and social activity deal with Alzheimer’s or dementia,
Isolation and loneliness are associated with positive and the opposite of that coin is
harmful to seniors? outcomes. Here are five benefits that socialization in seniors can
Isolation and loneliness can of socialization in seniors. stop that deficit from growing
cause a mental health impact to as quickly. One study pitted the
people of any age, but seniors
are particularly susceptible due
to potential mobility issues,
1. Reduces Cognitive
Decline
memory functions of rats with
Alzheimer’s against each other.
The researchers divided the rats
Many people take a use-it-or-lose-
changes in social structures as it approach to brain functionality, into socialized and unsocialized
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Important things to know about Socialization—Continued from page 10
groups for the purpose of the may seem simple: Seniors who to bathe, groom and prepare meals for anti-psychotic meds, but
study. The results indicated that have the reason to get out and for themselves declined more anytime someone is happier or
the socialized rats had better do more are able to get out and in the group of individuals who experiencing better quality of life,
outcomes over time when it do more, but generally this is reported loneliness than in those they may be relying less overall
came to retaining memory and the truth. The use-it-or-lose it who did not. on pharmacological interventions
learning ability. You don’t have mentality doesn’t just apply to the to help them cope on a daily
to stick with the rats to find this
type of benefit of socialization,
brain. And even among seniors
who are dealing with some level
4. Improves Quality of Life
and Mood
basis. There’s a reason the old
saying goes, “Laughter is the best
Isolation and depression
though. A study published in of disability, socialization can medicine.” When you’re spending
are known to be linked, and
the Social Psychological and reduce the limitations they set for time with people you enjoy doing
researchers are now learning
Personality Science noted the themselves. Yvonne Michael is an activities you enjoy, you get
that socialization in seniors can
benefits of regular conversation epidemiologist who has studied benefits that can include:
actually lead to the opposite effect.
on improving memory and other this phenomenon. In one study, • Stress relief, which can lead
In one study, seniors who engaged
functions, although it did point Michael measured the social to a reduction in physical
in regular socialization with staff
out that not all socialization is capital of around 14,000 adults symptoms too
members of a care facility for nine
equal. Psychologist Oscar Ybarra in a region. Social capital was • The release of endorphins
months reported a higher quality
notes, “This study shows that defined as the person’s ability to and positive hormones that
of life as a result. Researchers
simply talking to other people, the get help from, communicate with can reduce pain or boost mood
believe that the socialization
way you do when you’re making or join in with people in their own • The ability to talk about issues
efforts reduced agitation in
friends, can provide mental neighborhood. The results were and find new ways to address
individuals by the same degree
benefits.” In contrast, competitive that individuals with higher social them through lifestyle when
that anti-psychotic drugs are
or argumentative conversations capital tended to have higher possible
known to.
don’t have this impact. levels of mobility. It’s not only
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5.
mobility that can be impacted by
3. Helps Mitigate the Onset,
Severity or Limitations
of Disability
a person’s level of socialization. In
one study that compared seniors
Reduces Reliance
on Pharmacological
Interventions
volunteers and be socially
engaged in
who reported feeling isolated to
the community.
Socialization doesn’t just help That leads into the fifth benefit of
with cognitive function, though. those who didn’t, researchers socialization in seniors: a reduced Call Sue at 941-377-2300
It can help ensure seniors remain noted an impact on the ability to reliance on medication. The
overall as functional as possible— perform activities of daily living. study referenced above indicated
and for longer. The concept Over a six-year period, the ability a specific reduction in the need
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A friendly game of water balloon catch.
We had fun
Peggy's Lemon Meringu
Peggy is a new resident of The Meadows and was excited to participate in the excited to
Slice of Summer event and oh would Betty Crocker be proud of her. When agent with
others saw her lemon meringue pie being placed on the table, we were all neighborh
PIE CRUST it comes together. Don't work it - it (using plenty of four) to fit in the • Remove pie from when golden.
Please Note: Makes two 9-inch crusts. should still be lumpy. At this point, pie plate, with extra allowance for Carefully take out liner with pie
For this 10-inch-deep dish pie, l used the dough temperature should be fluting/finishing around the top. weights and return crust to oven for
about two-thirds of the recipe for the between 65 and 70 degrees. If it's too • Press firmly into pie plate and dust a few minutes, if necessary, to brown
single bottom crust. warm, refrigerate before rolling it. off extra flour. the bottom.
8 ounces Flour, plus extra • Flour the work surface liberally; then • Finish crust edge as desired.
roll dough into a rectangle roughly FILLING
1 tbsp.Sugar • Prick bottom and sides with a fork to
10 by 15 inches. Fold the two 10- 3 cups Sugar
½tsp. Table salt prevent crust from shrinking.
inch sides to the middle; then fold in ¾ cup Cornstarch
2 sticks Unsalted butter • Wrap in plastic or foil and refrigerate
half where the two sides met. 3 cups Water
½ cup Cold Water for at least two hours before baking.
• Fold one more time by bringing the 6 Egg yolks, slightly beaten
• Remove from fridge and carefully 6 tbsp. Butter
• In medium bowl, whisk together two, new, short sides together. You
should have a thick line with parchment paper or foil 1 tbsp. Lemon zest
flour, sugar, and salt.
block of dough. and add pie weights, dried beans, or 1 cup Lemon juice
• Cut chilled butter into pieces (sugar can be saved and re-used) to 2 drops Yellow food coloring
(about½ inches square) and mix • At this point, if temperature has risen
weigh the crust down.
lightly into flour mixture just to keep above 70 degrees, wrap the dough
in plastic and put in the refrigerator • Put pie plate on half-sheet pan and • Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
the pieces separated.
to bring the temp down. bake in pre-heated 350-degree oven • Mix sugar and cornstarch in
• Use your fingers to flatten the on middle bottom rack for about 60 medium-sized heavy saucepan.
individual cubes into the flour. • When dough is sufficiently chilled,
- 75 minutes. Top edge of crust may • Gradually stir in water.
• Stir in the water with fork; then cut off the amount of dough needed
need to be protected by foil or crust • Cook over medium heat, stirring
knead the dough in the bowl until (see note at top) and roll it out
guards for part of that time. constantly, until mixture thickens and boils.September 2021 THE MEADOWORD 13
of summer themed golf carts.
n! Pie Winners from left: Peggy Roberts—First place-
Meringue Pie, Chris Hannafin—Second Place, Apple
Crisp Pie, Kathy Easley—third place, Peanut Butter Pie.
ue Winning Recipe
o taste it, and it didn't disappoint! Great job Peggy. Peggy is a real estate
h Coldwell Banker Realty in The Meadows, so when you see Peggy in the
hood, say hello.
• Boil and stir 1 minute. MERINGUE
• Little by little, stir half or more of the 8 Egg whites
hot mixture into the egg yolks; then ½ tsp. Cream of tartar
blend with the rest in the pan. 1 cup Sugar
• Boil and stir 2 minutes. 1 ½ tsp. Vanilla
• Remove from heat; stir in remaining • Beat egg whites and cream of tartar
ingredients. until foamy.
• Pour into pie crust. If you're not • Beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a
using a deep-dish 10-inch pie time; then continue to beat until
plate, you may not use all the filling stiff and glossy.
(leftover lemon sauce is great on • Beat in vanilla.
vanilla ice cream).
• Top with meringue, sealing to crust Garnish with sugared berries, mint
at edges to prevent shrinking or leaves, and candied lemon peels as
weeping. desired.
• Bake until meringue is a nice golden
brown, about 10 minutes.
• Cool away from draft and for several
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Activities, Events & Services
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SAVE THE DATE!
Garden Walk
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Get Ready for Fall Best Kept Awards
Jerry Bernier—Best Kept Committee Chair
It's time to Spruce up
B est Kept is around the corner and it's time to start looking at
your homes maintenance and curb appeal with an objective
eye. Stand across the street and look at the overall impression of
For those of you who have been thinking of ways to contribute to the
community, consider volunteering for Best Kept. We would love to
have you be a part of our team. This is a great way to get to know the
your home. Walk around your home, look to see what may need community and make a difference, while recognizing our neighbors
some attention or maybe it's just time to implement some of those for taking great care of their homes.
DIY improvement ideas you've been wanting to get to. Most of
all, have fun with it, the beauty of landscaping or blooming native
plants makes everyone happy. :)
It’s also a good idea to look for safety concerns like overgrown
bushes that may prevent your neighbors from seeing unwanted
activity. Remember it's the peak of hurricane season. Check for
dead limbs or loose items, or stray materials just laying along the
perimeter of your home. They may contribute to safety concerns,
as many may become projectiles during the high winds of tropical
storms or potential hurricanes.
Best Kept fall awards judging will be October 4-7,
There is time to put your best foot forward before judging starts.
Our Best Kept Committee will be out enjoying the beauty of all
our homes, while looking for those special stand outs. Both single To Volunteer for Best Kept
family homes and associations are eligible to win. Those special Call Jerry Bernier at
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RENOVATION TRENDS FOR IN 2021
In 2020 and through this year, features like large sliding or
MOST IMPROVED
we saw an incredible shift in the folding glass doors allow for
day-to-day operations in the the option to let the outside
US. Offices worked remotely, in, and vice versa.
2021 FALL AWARDS daily commutes ended, and we
tried to do it all—from schooling 3. Bathroom renovations are
JUDGING: November 2-3 to working out, to healthcare, popular as homeowners
to vacations—in our homes. report it helps reduce
Here are some of the big home stress. Houzz, an online
For New Improvements improvement trends that are interior design/decorating,
TO BE ELIGIBLE predicted to continue the rest of
this year and into 2022.
landscape design and home
improvement company
Submit an conducted a study in 2020
Architectural Review 1. With more and more workers on bathroom trends. Two in
to be nominated taking up remote positions five homeowners (41%) who
due to COVID, there has renovated a master bathroom
Your submission should been a larger increase in say they rely on their new
reflect The Meadows demand for live/work-space space for rest and relaxation.
renovation, focusing on
high standards of curb appeal
creating functional spaces
Homes and Associations that can double for both Global Home
are eligible purposes.
Improvement
2. Comfortable outdoor living Market is valued at
The most improved winners space that is an extension of
will receive your indoors will continue
USD 887.53 Billion
a check for $250 and to be popular with home in 2020 and
have their property renovations, and they say
expected to reach
featured in The Meadoword. it’s not just in the warmer
climates. Renovations that USD 1207.80 Billion
Lesley Totten, Chairman create a natural flow between
the indoors and outdoors with by 2027.
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