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“Alexa, Keep Me Independent!”

Posted August 3, 2018 by Barb Lockard

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One evening a few months ago, Alexa was the hit of the party at Willow Ridge.  Elder Richard Wiechart brought the “smart speaker” out into the dining room and others… Read more »

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Maple Crest Couple Loves the Outdoor Life!

Posted July 27, 2018 by Barb Lockard

Maple Crest residents Sandy and Jim Benner can’t say enough about Bluffton as a place to enjoy outdoor activities. “You can walk or ride the bike path almost to downtown,… Read more »

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Tags: biking, exercise, retirement, seniors, travel

Monarchs Thrive at Maple Crest

Posted July 13, 2018 by Barb Lockard

The elders at Maple Crest Senior Living Village have been enamored with monarch butterflies since 2007.  That’s when administrator Lynn Thompson brought in a few caterpillars for observation and residents… Read more »

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Tags: butterflies, migration, monarchs, retirement, seniors

MHCO Hosting Social Work CEU Presentation

Posted July 3, 2018 by Barb Lockard

hospice, palliative care, death, dying, social work

Niki Sidle, MSW, LISW-S, will present “Dying with Dignity: An Ethical and Holistic Approach,” at Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton, on Thursday, July 19 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.  The presentation is… Read more »

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Maple Crest Men’s Banquet and OSU…Both Winners!

Posted June 25, 2018 by Barb Lockard

Even though there was a small University of Michigan contingent, the gentlemen of Maple Crest Senior Living Village, overwhelmingly showed their Buckeye Pride at the recent Men’s Banquet.  Nearly 60… Read more »

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MHCO Residents Show Their Artistic Side

Posted June 7, 2018 by Barb Lockard

Residents of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio (MHCO), Bluffton, won several awards at the LeadingAge Ohio District 3 Art and Writing Show.  The show was held at Good Shepherd Home,… Read more »

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Tags: art, Bluffton, senior artists, writing

“Dr. Ollie” Finds Hickories the All-Purpose Nut!

Posted May 30, 2018 by Barb Lockard

Maple Crest resident Oliver Lugibihl, MD, knows where the trees are and enjoys foraging for hickory nuts in late summer and early fall.  This year, he has proof that his… Read more »

Resident Stories

Tags: black walnuts, foraging, hickory nuts

Volunteer Opportunities Lead to Career Choice for Scholarship Winner

Posted May 9, 2018 by Barb Lockard

A mission trip to Peru changed Karis Wilson’s mind about her choice of careers. “I had always wanted to be a lawyer, since I love to read,” said Wilson.  “After… Read more »

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Willow Ridge Survey Shows Zero Deficiencies

Posted April 23, 2018 by Barb Lockard

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has notified Willow Ridge that no deficiencies were listed on its April 5, 2018 inspection. Willow Ridge, a skilled nursing facility located in Bluffton,… Read more »

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Tags: Greenhouse Home, skilled nursing

Prime Timers Luncheon is May 1

Posted April 23, 2018 by Barb Lockard

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Prime Timers, a monthly lunch gathering open to everyone 55 and over, will meet on Tuesday, May 1 at noon at St. John Mennonite Church. The church is located at… Read more »

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Tags: luncheon, senior lunch

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