Research indicates that jigsaw puzzling has a calming affect on seniors. Better yet, some research shows it can keep the brain active and possibly ward off Alzheimers disease. Problem-solving skills are incorporated and, especially with the more difficult puzzles, logical and spatial thinking is required. This mental focus naturally decreases anxiety. Puzzling is to the […]
Updates
Spring Is On Its Way!
We had Garden Club yesterday and now we’ve got the itch for Spring! Rain and warmer temps are making us feel like it might not be that far off. Of course, Michigan is always good for a surprise or two, though!
Our Sweethearts
What’s a Valentines party without conversation hearts and games and treats and music and a little bit of dancing! We even crowned a King and Queen from resident and staff votes! Lots of fun for all of us.
When You Have Your Own Super Bowl Commercial
It’s a learned behavior: commercials come on, time to run for a refill. Except… not on Super Bowl Sunday! That’s the one day of the whole year when, for some of us, commercials are the main attraction.
Movie Highlight: Gone With The Wind
Playing this Week at The Village: January 25-26 10 Interesting Facts About Gone With The Wind, 1939 Scarlett was cast after filming began. Leigh almost lost the part after her first test reading. The first director was fired. In all, the film had three directors. Leslie Howard absolutely despised playing Ashley. Gable begged not to […]
New Tables and Chairs
Take a look at our new dining room tables and chairs. These were provided by gifts from the Morley Foundation, the Wickson-Link Memorial Foundation, the Allen & Marie Nickless Foundation, and another foundation that desires to remain anonymous. Funds included an allowance for new laminate table top surfaces that were expertly installed by the Community […]
