Woodhaven Senior Community

“Where Seniors Love to Live”

January 2021 Inside this issue: Event/Resident Photos Notices Upcoming Events Quotes/Words of Wisdom Resident of the Month Karen’s Korner Puzzles Literary Musings Health News Birthdays Clubhouse Happenings

“Faith” Greetings friends from the campus of Woodhaven Senior Community. It has been a bit since I have shared my thoughts via the monthly newsletter. I asked Karen a few days ago if she would mind and she graciously thought it was a good idea. It is important to use another platform to share my thoughts, especially since I have been mostly communicating directly with the phone (with state and local officials) and or by weekly e-mail blasts on Friday nights since the beginning of the Coronavirus back in March.

So here we go. As for my year end thoughts, 2020 has been unique to say the least. If I had to

sum it up in one word it would be “Faith”. The definition of “Faith” is “complete trust or confidence in someone or something”. Think about it, especially when times are tough for us

physically, mentally, financially and emotionally, we tend to turn to our own form of “Faith” to help us through tough times, not to mention trying to survive a global pandemic. For the

most part, in my opinion, we have relied on our inner “Faith” in 2020, being extremely dependent to the medical world, first responders and essential workers to guide us through the daily ups and downs that COVID-19 has put before us, all the while hoping for a vaccine to cure this dreaded disease. In my 50 years of life, I have never been so much at the mercy of

something so out of my control that my own personal “Faith” has truly been my best friend.

Trust me, my “Faith” has been tested daily this past year. I can only wish that we will have

this storm behind us very soon and it will be by relying on all of our positive “Faith” to have greatly assisted one and all in such an unprecedented year.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your continued support and prayers. I wish everyone a safe and very health 2021!

God Bless,

David Dixner

Managing Member

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Resident of the Month Jim & Lois Blackburn

Meet Jim and Lois Blackburn. When they originally came to

Woodhaven they resided in the Meadows building, but moved 2 years ago to

Fountain View when they required a little more assistance. Both Jim and Lois

were born and raised in Michigan. Lois was born in Owosso in 1933 and Jim in Hubbard Lake in

1932. Lois’s family were farmers and she along with her four brothers and 2 sisters helped run

the farm. Jim’s parents both worked in factories in the Detroit area. He had only one brother.

Jim and Lois met while attending Free Methodist College in Spring Arbor Michigan in

1952. After returning from service in the army during the Korean conflict they were married in

1956 and this June they will celebrate 64 years of wedded bliss. Together they raised their four

children, two boys and two girls. They both graduated with teaching degrees and so their working

careers were spent in the field of education. Jim taught Industrial Arts at Alpena High School and

Lois taught in several elementary schools, primarily working with fourth graders. Jim retired in

1979 with 32 years of service and Lois in 1983 with 26. As retirees they enjoyed several years as

snowbirds, spending their winters in Florida. Over the years both Jim and Lois have enjoyed having hobbies. Jim was an avid hunter and

fisherman. Lois’s passion was for sewing, once making Jim a three-piece suit. Both Jim and Lois

have beautiful voices and during their time here at Woodhaven they have provided with us with

many evenings leading residents in song. Jim actually belonged to a men’s quartet traveling the

mid-west doing concerts.

I asked them what it was about Woodhaven that brought them here. They replied that ini-

tially it was on the suggestion of one of their daughters who knew several people in her church

familiar with Woodhaven. Today it is the camaraderie of their fellow residents and the kindness of

the people around them that makes living here a pleasure.

COVID-19 VACCINE We are all anxiously awaiting the

Coronavirus vaccine knowing it will move us in the direction of a more normal life here at

Woodhaven. Know that we are in continuous contact with Walgreen’s, who has committed

administer the vaccine to all qualifying residents. As soon as there is any confirmation of a

scheduled date we will inform the residents and their families.

Fountain View

Shirley Petrie 718 Arlene Diadone 804

Clubhomes

Deborah Harville 2128 Bonnie Pearce 2126 & Doris Dietz

Welcome

Home to:

Woodhaven

January Birthdays

Fountain View

Margaret Matarella 7th Mary Lou Johnson 9th Pete Larson 12th Betty Nixon 18th

The Meadows

Effie Ringler 4th Billie Thrall 15th Jake Perkins 16th David Heidel 28th

Clubhomes

Sharon Olney 3rd Frank Grimskie 5th Jim Betts 7th Al Crickmore 10th Beverly Willman 12th Edith Hagenstein 16th Monica Pung 16th Ron Schultz 17th Norma Mikesell 18th

Betty Stovall 21st Mildred McBride 21st Elaine Ballard 22nd Florence Mishler 27th Margaret Behrendt 29th

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For the past few months we have be having “Chef Rob’s Something Special Thursday” once a month on the third Thursday of the month. I will now give you a preview of the meal that day in the newsletter. This month it will be: • Beer Cheese Velvet Soup • German Pork Strudel • Spätzle Dumplings • Red Cabbage & Green Beans • Black Forest Cake

This is a meal that all will attend unless quarantined

Due to restrictions in Mead-ows and Fountain View, Ann from Hear USA may not be

able to come into the buildings to service hearing aids. If you are having a problem she will

be glad to pick up your hearing aids, service them and return them when they are ready. If the restrictions are lifted, she will be here on Wednesday,

January 20th. 9:00 Fountain View

9:30 Meadows

Communion Father Anthony from St. Pius will

distribute Communion for Catholic residents. He will be here on

Wednesday, January20th provided restrictions have been lifted.

Services will be at 10:00 at Fountain View and 10:30 at

The Meadows, again, if restrictions

are lifted.

There are now computer stations set up in both the

Meadows and Fountain View buildings for video

visits. The larger screens should make for much

easier viewing. Contact Karen to schedule a video

visit.

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Frasier's Facts

The name for January comes from the Roman god, Janus, who is al-

ways depicted with two heads. He uses one head to look back on the year before, and the other head to

look forward into the New Year!

Health News

Since the beginning of the pandemic there has been much confusion and misinformation on how

effective wearing masks is as a prevention to spreading the virus. Recently Mayo clinic has released

the findings of an unpublished study they have been working on regarding the efficacy of wearing

masks. The study was conducted to show how effective masks, along with social distancing, are in

the prevention of spreading the coronavirus. Researchers in the study simulated different scenarios

of transmission such as in work areas and dining to measure the amount of respiratory droplets and

aerosols when one person is masked, when both are masked and when neither were masked. The

study found that when a COVID-positive person wears a mask the amount of exposure on others is

reduced by more than 90%, even at just one foot distance. The also found that if a COVID-positive

person is unmasked but others around them were, the exposure was still reduced by 60% at one foot

and much more with greater distance between the individuals. The study also found that paper

masks and cloth masks, when worn correctly, are equally effective. While it is evident that wearing

masks is important it is equally important to wear your mask correctly. Masks should be

commercial medical grade quality or 2 ply cloth. Masks should not have a vent or open weave such

as a knitted mask. A properly fitting mask will cover your nose and mouth completely. It will not

slip off your nose when talking. There should not be gaps at the sides of the mask. Cloth masks

should be washed often. They can be hand washed with detergent and air dried. Disposable masks

should be discarded if visibly soiled and should be worn no more than 3 days. Studies have shown

that masks do work as a deterrent. They not only protect you, but also others around you. As our

Governor has asked, do the selfless thing, “Mask up and mask right”.

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DECEMBER SCRAMBLE SCROOGE MISTLETOE CAROLING NATIVITY STAR STOCKING CHESTNUTS SAVIOUR RUDOLPH WREATH SANTA SLEIGH PACKAGE SNOWMAN SHEPHERDS JESUS MANGER ORNAMENTS ANGEL CHRISTMAS

December Puzzle Solution Administrative

Team

David Dixner Manager

Kellie Liscum Comptroller

Karen Lorenc Administrative Specialist/ Activities

Cassie Sprague Leasing/Human Recourses

Sarah McClutchen Housekeeping Supervisor

Rob Waskoviak Director of Dietary

Services

Just For Laughs

Pizza Friday January 8th & 22nd

Pizzas as well as other items may be

purchased to be delivered. If you need

a menu and prices please contact

Karen. All orders will be charged to

your rent. Orders must be in by 4:00

on the Thursday before. All deliveries

will be between 3:00-3:30.

Call to order at 810-230-1070

Yin & Yang of 2020

As in years past I have themed my January Karen’s Korner on how life balances out in the

end, the yin and yang so to speak. This year I want to look at 2020. For all of us it has

provided unprecedented challenges, but it has also shown us how resilient we are as human

beings. Here are my thoughts:

Yin: We have had to face a global pandemic threatening lives and livelihoods of billions of

people.

Yang: We have seen science and our government respond with unparalleled speed toward a

common goal which witnessed international cooperation and assistance.

Yin: Many of us have been unable to be with our loved ones face-to-face or to have any

physical contact.

Yang: We have discovered a new virtual way of connecting with family and friends which

has sometimes provided a way to see those who we may have not been able to see in person

because of geographic restraints.

Yin: We have been unable to enjoy dining out or going to a movie due to social distance

guidelines and restrictions

Yang: People have rediscovered the joy of family movie night at home, drive-in theaters and

many movie productions companies have opted for streaming releases for a small fee making

it more affordable to see new movies. Restaurants have found alternative methods for their

diners such as curb side pick up and outdoor dining. There are many who have found their

inner chef learning new recipes and cooking methods while experiencing the joy of cooking.

Yin: Voting this year was a challenge with long lines and sanitization and social distancing

protective guidelines to abide by.

Yang: We saw a record numbers of Americans turn out to vote. Whether republican,

democrat or alternative political party, Americans demonstrated their fervent passion for

their political beliefs and did not let inconvenience deter them.

Yin: We have seen little of our sports and entertainment figures, who we often look up to and

admire.

Yang: We have a new set of heroes who have come to the forefront. Nurses, other health care

personal, grocery and retail workers, delivery drivers, and teachers have become our new

heroes, helping to renew our faith and confidence in our fellow man.

There is no doubt that 2020 will go down historically as a year that has left us para-

lyzed and frustrated in so many ways, but we human beings ARE resilient, and we will all

find ourselves on the other side of this global crisis stronger and better for experiencing it.

Faith in God, our government, and our neighbors and community will see us through. All we

have to do is look to them for support and offer support as we move toward the common

goal.

“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be

reduced by them.” —Maya Angelou

Woodhaven Senior Community G-5201 Woodhaven Court Flint, Michigan 48532

Resident Literary Page Another Year

New Year has always been a time of hope, new aspirations, new endeavors, and new

possibilities. Another year to fulfill our dreams and to make promises to ourselves and to

one another, what we will do and the things we will change. Most of us know the promises

will be broken or even forgotten, as we are drawn back into our daily routines, but more or

less, we continue year after year to bring in the new year with some hope that we can

change and make things better.

This year is unpredictable, with a series of questions which leads us forward to another

year, but we have no idea what will happen to us in the new year. What will we gain or what

will be lost. Last year is over, so forget it. Look ahead and try to mend our mistakes, our

relationships, and other faults that may disturb us. We have another chance at making things

right. May our hearts guide us through another year. First of all, we need to remind

ourselves that what is going on in our worlds right now is not our fault, so don’t blame

yourselves. You may not think you are doing that but ask yourself, how much more upset

you have been since the pandemic started. We all have been upset at one time or another.

Many of us feel that since the world is in disarray, we have to do everything that is put in

front of us. Well, that’s not going to happen and it’s not a bad thing. It’s just life. Besides,

things are going to go the way the way they used to eventually. There will be more bumps

in the road and the way forward is uncertain. We really don’t know what is going to happen

this next year. It just makes sense to ride this out with the understanding that it will end.

Time just keeps rolling on year after year. Some years seem the same and others are

different, but we have survived them all. We don’t have to make something happen in an

environment where most everyone and everything is retracting. Wait until things improve,

and they will. Then we will have the opportunity to revisit our dreams and our promises.

Thoughts: America at time seems to have gone away. America that we once truly had. I am

talking about what it is that we want our country to become, about how we can save

ourselves. The elusive answer is out there in the mist of an indeterminate future, waiting to

be magically discovered and plucked from the sky. But maybe the answer is not

somewhere out in the distance future, maybe the answer is one we already had but

somehow threw away. The answer is hidden off somewhere waiting to be retrieved.

May our hearts guide us through another year and may the year be kind to one and all.

Ed Allen

January 2021

A Brand New Year

I know we all are looking back Upon the year that has just past, And everyone feels quite the same, I’m glad that it is gone at last.

We’ve been through such uncertainty That changed our normal way of life. Some dealt with more than others, But all have felt the pain and strife.

We now can look to the new year, With plans for many better things. Through healing and activities, We’ll reap the benefits it brings.

“Lord keep our country safe and strong” Will be my simple prayer this year, “And grant good health, great joy and love To every person I hold dear.”

Gail Elston January 2021

Worth a Fortune

Remember, old folks are worth a fortune, with silver in their hair, gold in their

teeth, stones in their kidneys, lead in their feet and gas in their stomachs. I have become

a little older since I saw you last and a few changes have come into my life since then.

Frankly, I have become quite a frivolous old gal. I am seeing five gentlemen every day.

As soon as I wake up, Will Power helps me get out of bed. Then I go to see John.

Charlie Horse comes along and he takes a lot of my time and attention. When he leaves,

Arthur Ritus shows up and stays the rest of the day. He doesn’t like to stay in one place

very long so, he takes me from joint to joint. After such a busy day I’m really tired and

glad to go to bed with Ben Gay. What a life!

P.S. The preacher came to call the other day. He said at my age I should be thinking

about the hereafter. I told him, Oh, I do, all the time. No matter where I am, in the

parlor, in the kitchen, or down the basement, I ask myself, what am I her after?

Submitted By: Doris Williams

THE NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS Woodhaven Senior Community Clubhouse Newsletter January 2021

Salads

Antipasto Salad: romaine lettuce mix tossed with pepperoni, roasted red peppers, olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes, and Italian dressing Small: $3.49 Large: $5.99 Caesar Salad: romaine lettuce, shredded Parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, and Caesar dressing Small: $2.99 Large: $4.99

Specialty Pizzas Chicken B.L.T. : pesto mayo sauce, grilled chicken breast, bacon, baby arugula, tomato and mozzarella cheese. Bacon Pickle : bacon and dill pickle slices with mozzarella & Parmesan cheese. BBQ Chicken: grilled chicken breast, honey BBQ sauce, fresh onions with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

7”-$5.49 or 12”-$12.99

Build Your Own Pizza

Toppings Pepperoni Sausage Ham Bacon Mushrooms Onions Green Olives Green Pepper Extra Cheese 12” Pizza $9.99 Toppings .99 each 7” Pizza $3.99 Toppings .49 each

Pizza Menu Starters

Breaded Mozzarella Sticks: six crispy Mozzarella cheese sticks served with pizza sauce for dipping. $5.99 Chicken Strips: 5 home-style breaded chicken strips swerved with your choice of Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan, Barbeque or Ranch.$4.99 Garlic Bread : garlic, parmesan cheese. Half loaf $2.99 Full loaf $3.99

Friday December, 8th & 22nd

Congratulations Norma and Dayron Jones and Alex & Wenona Schimpf on their winning day

winning holiday decorating display.

JUST A REMINDER! Even though clubhome residents reside independently you are still required to provide a negative COVID test when

returning to the campus if you are gone more than 72 hours or have left the state.

Tests results may not be older than 72 hours. You must quarantine for 14 days if you have been exposed to COVID or have left the state. Please provide proof of your

negative test result to Cassie Sprague. Remember also that anytime you are in

the company of fellow residents or entering the 5201 building for your mail

you must wear a mask.

Orders must placed by Thursday Charge payment only

Delivery between 3:00-3:30

Clubhouse Happenings From Karen

Happy New Year. Let’s all hope for a better

2021 and say good riddance to 2020. There have been

several inquiries in regards to COVID testing and schedule

for vaccinations. I am in ongoing conversations with

Walgreens, who will be providing the vaccine when it

becomes available. As the time draws near I will be

sending out additional information as to when the vaccine

clinic will happen. I will also be canvasing the community

for who wants the vaccine prior to the scheduled date.

Clubhome residents will come to the clubhouse to be

vaccinated as we did for the flu shot clinic.

On a happier note, congratulations to the Jones’s

and the Schimpf’s for the beautiful outdoor holiday

display they mutually created. Good Job! Enjoy your

Olive Garden dinner on Woodhaven. As restrictions are

lifted we will be opening up the clubhouse for limited

activities, primarily the fitness center and the pool.

Hopefully in the early part of 2021 we will be able to see

the gradual return of normal activities and hours for your

clubhouse enjoyment.

For now, stay warm, stay safe and stay optimistic. This

will be over sooner than later.