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Pizza Party

Mission Matters

Benefits of Massage

In memory of

President's Letter

Bus Trips

Word Search Puzzle

Coloring Page

And much more!

April 2019

The

1635 S. 21st Street • Manitowoc, WI • 54220 www.felicianvillage.orgThe resident newsletter of The Gardens

National Volunteer Week: April 7 - 13, 2019

to our volunteers for their dedicated service to FV!

Thank You

Felician Village currently has 158 active volunteers. In 2018, our volunteers donated 12,632 hours of time and talent.

• Holy Thursday - April 18Mass at 3pm (NO 9:30am Mass)• Good Friday - April 19 Service at 3pm(NO 9:30am Mass)• Holy Saturday - April 20No services. Reconciliation will be offered at 10am• Easter Sunday - April 21Mass at 8:00am and 9:30am

Now - April 14 htrnews.com/bestof Senior Independent living Assisted living & Nursing Home

Alzheimer's AdvocacyConnie Thimmig, FV Director of Enrichment Services, recently attended the Alzheimer’s Advocacy Forum in Wash-ington D.C. as a Congressional Ambassador for the Alzhei-mer’s Association. Thimmig, along with 1,250 attendees, 31 being from Wisconsin, requested increase funding for research, education and support for enhanced care planning, and to make services available for Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s. Thank you Connie and advocates for your ongoing support in the fight to #ENDALZ!

Thank you for voting us #1 the last 9 years!

Holy Week 2019

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Saturday, April 13MSO with Garth Neustadter Capitol Civic CentreCost: Please purchase your own ticket. Call the Capitol Civic Centre (920-683-2184)place your ticket on hold and pick it up that evening. Bus leaves Gardens Lodge at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, April 15Oneida Resort and Casino Green BayCost: Your lunch at one of the restaurants and any purchase or games.Bus leaves Gardens Lodge at 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, April 18Resale shops/ Perkins ManitowocCost: Your purchases at the resale shops & lunch at Perkins.Bus leaves Gardens Lodge at 10:30 a.m.

To register for any events, please call ext. 402 or stop in The Gardens Office.

AprilMovies

Every Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Glab Lounge

Saturday, April 13The White SisterSaturday, April 20Uncle BuckSaturday, April 27A Fistful of Dollars

Florence Herman was the lucky winner of the pizza party prize with Lauren Daun and Lauren's children at the Casino Day event at The Gardens on March 7. On Monday, April 8, Florence had a great time dining with Lauren and her adorable children as well as some family and friends.

Winner, Winner, Pizza Dinner!

Mission Matters

This is a photo of St. Francis Basilica in Assisi, Italy. While on pilgrimage we celebrated Eucharist at the tomb of St. Francis of Assisi, found here. This was one of the many holy places that I carried your prayers, offered them at the altar and lit a vigil candle as I left. I will be sharing many more photos and stories about this pilgrimage. The experience was amazing and life-changing.

Bus Trips

By Carla Schommer,Felician Village Director of Mission Services

Moving For Better BalanceEvery Monday 11 a.m. Village Hall This FREE class is designed to address Manitowoc County’s high rate of falls and fractures among seniors. The class is taught by Tai Chi certified instructor Jerry Galas.Register at (920) 684-7171, ext. 329.

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April is Financial Literacy MonthHow prepared are you

for your future? According to The Financial

Awareness Foundation, young people, middle aged and older

people know they need 'financial knowledge' but

aren't sure what it is. This is part of the reason why many

people are on the verge of running out of money before their life expectancy. People

often remark that they want to “do something for charity but

are concerned about their personal needs.” More than

half the adults in the US (approximately 120 million Americans) don’t have nor

understand why they need an up-to-date financial, estate and gift plan to protect themselves

and their families. Spring is a great time to

evaluate financial plans as personal tax season closes

and people sometimes adjust finances for the rest of 2019.

It is also a time to review estate plans.

Renee Thompson, Develop-ment Officer, worked closely with two grateful friends of

Felician Village who not only prepared for their future, but included Felician Village in

their giving plans. Renee offered opportunities that will result in an impact for

our residents. If you feel inspired to discuss

a meaningful gift option, please contact her at

rthompson@felicianvillage.org.

Resident Council Meeting

10:15 a.m.Tuesday, April 16The Glab Lounge

Griffin Companions VisitThe Griffin Companions made a visit the end of March. In celebration of St. Patty’s day everyone made a rainbow with a pot of gold and were also given the task of untan-gling a gold coin that was knotted around a leprechaun, but the trick was they couldn’t untie the string…until next time, we will see if anyone was able to figure it out!

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EASTER CRAFT

Word Search Answers

Time to craft! Lauren Daun, FV Independent Living Coordinator, led a group of Gardens residents in an Easter wood painting project. Residents had a great time choosing their own color swatches! Each painting was unique and beautiful.

WANTED Tri-Bike Volunteer Pilots

FREE Cycling Without Age TrainingWednesday, April 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Felician Village Lower Level Conference RoomRegister or for more inforation:

Tim Lindloff at (920) 684-7171, ext. 276or tlindloff@felicianvillage.org

Do you have a desire to help others? Can you ride a

bicycle?Felician Village is seeking volunteers

to be trained as Tri-Bike Pilots.

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EASTER CRAFT

President’s ColumnAfter this long, snowy winter, spring has finally sprung and Easter is right around the corner. Our administrative team is busy working on our 2019-20 budget for the new budget year which starts July 1. As you all know from balancing your own household budget, it certainly can be a challenge to include our many needs into a budget especially when there is always new and exciting technology available to make our lives more efficient, easier and healthier.Back in 1952, the Sisters had to make the decision of spending approximately $100,000 to renovate the 1888 building to make it safer for the residents but still not fireproof, or spend a considerably larger sum of money to build a modern, fireproof home. The decision was made to build a new home with groundbreaking occurring on July 30, 1953, and the cornerstone laid on November 15, 1953. The new home would have room for 100 residents in addition to an infirmary, auditorium, parlors, sunporches, library, dining room, kitchen, bakery and laundry. Hamann Construction Company of Manitowoc was chosen as the contractor. The total cost of the structure was $900,000, a large sum of money in that era. Donations for the new building came from the local area as well as from donors in Chicago. Forty-three elderly women and 13 men moved into the new building in November of 1954 which was staffed with 19 Felician Sisters, 2 lay men, and a chaplain. As we celebrate the breaking of winter’s grasp with spring and the resurrection of Jesus this Easter, let us remember those who work to carry on the tradition of the Felician Sisters and the Felician core values. May you have a joyous Easter season and may the Blessings of Easter be with you always.Peace and All Good,

Frank Soltys, President/CEO

FV Upcoming Events

Music & MemoryTuesday, April 16 - 2 p.m.Village Hall at FVLearn how the power of music can help spark memories and feelings, improve mood and help with managing stress. Presented by Tim Lindloff, Volunteer Coor-dinator & Leslie Edwards, Music Specialist.Register at (920) 684-7171, ext. 329 or email, fvmarketing@felicianvillage.org.

National Pretzel DayFriday, April 26 - 1-2 p.m.The Glab LoungeCelebrate National Pretzel Day with a special treat and enjoy time with current residents and new prospects.Register with Lauren in the Gardens office or call ext. 402.

Scams, Fraud & ID Theft: Protect and PreventMonday, April 29 - 2 p.m.The Glab LoungeScams, fraud and identity theft are onthe rise in the United States. The moreyou learn, the less vulnerable you are.Join Sgt. Andrew Trilling, CrimePrevention Sergeant from the Manitowoc Police Department as he explains:- Current scams to be aware of- Trends criminals are using- Tips on how to spot a scam, fraud or ID theftRegister with Lauren in the Gardens office or call ext. 402.

For a full list of activities, visit felicianvillage.org/activities.php.

Massage is generally considered part of complementary and integrative medicine. It has been offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension. Here is a list of some benefits:1. Reduce stress - The long term ef-fects of stress can take emotional and physical tolls. Massage therapy may relieve stress and conditions associat-ed with it, such as tension headaches.2. Get better sleep - Massage can im-prove sleep in those with lower back pain, fibromyalgia, insomnia, pain

and other health conditions.3. Boost mental health and wellness - Massage can assist with reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety, depres-sion and lowers blood pressure.4. Manage pain - Pain can negatively affect a person’s quality of life and impede recovery from illness or injury. 5. Increase range of motion - Mas-sage can help reduce muscle tension, improve exercise performance and prevent injuries.If you wish to schedule an appointment please call Leah Strutz at 920.901.3573. Leah also does home visits and can answer any question that you may have in re-gards to massage.

Benefits of Massage

Marcella Drab, The Villa & St. Mary’sNorma Loberger, St. Mary’sRaymond Cisler, The Gardens

I n L o v i n g R e m e m b e ra n ceMarch 2019

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1635 S. 21st StreetManitowoc, WI 54220

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www.felicianvillage.org

Our MissionTo continue the

healing ministry of Jesus by providing compassionate care that respects the dignity

of each person we serve.

Our Vision

Our vision is to lead the community in offering seniors

personalized services that are life-enriching and

wellness focused.

Our ValuesRespect for Human Dignity

CompassionTransformation

Solidarity with the PoorJustice and Peace

President & CEOFrank Soltys

Director of MarketingBarb Fricke

Marketing SpecialistKim Christoffel, Editor

Sponsored by the Felician Sisters

Art is Fun Adult Coloring Photo

Did you know that Sr. Gabriella enjoys spending her free time doing cross stitch? Here she is with her latest project - a beautiful baby blanket she spent countless hours cross stitching. The photo doesn’t do justice to the detailed, intricate needlework. The blanket will be a spe-cial gift for Sr. Odelle’s niece. What a lucky baby!

Celebrating Seniors WeekMay 12- 18,

2019More info

coming soon!