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It’s Summer Concert Time!
Summer is nearly here which means that the staff at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman has been busy planning an exciting summer of lawn concerts. Three concerts, all free and open to the public, are scheduled.
- Tuesday, June 18th : The Steve Fazzini Band
- Thursday, July 18th: The Calypso Gypsies Trio
- Tuesday, August 20th: The Jim Frank Trio
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and plan to have a toe tappin’ time. All concerts start at 7pm.
In the case of inclement weather, the concerts will move indoors (due to space limitations, indoor concerts must be restricted to residents only).
Click here or on the image below for a poster.
Drive Safer, Drive Better, Drive Longer
Shepherd of the Valley is inviting mature drivers age 60 or better to sign-up for the AAA Safe Driving for Mature Operators Course. The state-certified course, which can qualify attendees for auto insurance discounts, is being offered in three locations over the summer. Click here for a flyer.
- June 10 & 12
Shepherd of the Valley-Niles
1500 McKinley Ave., Niles
To register call Kristen Taylor
330-544-0771, ext. 2817 - July 22 & 24
Shepherd of the Valley-Howland
4100 North River Road, NE, Warren
To register call Dawn Olson
330-856-9232, ext. 2618 - August 5 & 7
Shepherd of the Valley-Poland
301 W. Western Reserve Road, Poland
To register call Elida Cowles, LPN
330-726-7110, ext. 2318
The State certified AAA instructor will share, through interactive classroom-based instruction, the most up-to-date information on mature driver’s education. Focus areas include vision, adjusting speed, road rage, drowsy driving, prescription medications, driving emergencies, and more.
The course runs from 10am – 3pm both days with an hour for lunch. Lunch is available each day for an additional cost or participants may take advantage of the numerous dining locations nearby. Lunch reservations must be made when signing up for the class.
Class size is limited to 15 participants, so registration is REQUIRED. The cost is $10 for AAA members and $15 for non-members. The course is approved for insurance discounts by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles under Ohio’s Motor Vehicle Accident Prevention Course for Drivers age 60+. Participants must be at least 60 years old to qualify for an insurance discount and meet any other any other criteria required by the insurance carrier. The insurance company determines the amount of the discount, which is good for three years.
For more information or to register, call the Shepherd community offering the class in which you are interested.
The Gardens at SOV-Niles May Life Enrichment Calendar
Interested in activities and outings planned for the The Gardens at Shepherd-Niles?
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May Life Enrichment Calendar for Howland’s Assisted Living
Interested in activities and outings planned for the assisted living community at Shepherd-Howland?
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May Life Enrichment Calandar for The Greens at Howland
Interested in activities and outings planned for the skilled nursing and rehab community at Shepherd-Howland?
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May Social Calendar for the Independent Homes at Howland
Interested in activities and outings planned for the independent homes at Shepherd-Howland?
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Niles Assisted Living Life Enrichment Calendar for May
Interested in activities and outings planned for the assisted living community at Shepherd-Niles?
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The Hillcrest Apartments at Shepherd May Social Calendar
Interested in activities and outings planned for the The Hillcrest Apartments at Shepherd?
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Poland Assissted Living Life Enrichment Calendar for May
Interested in activities and outings planned for the SOV-Poland assisted living community?
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Poland Independent Living Homes Social Calendar for May
Interested in activities and outings planned for the carefree living condos at Shepherd-Poland?
Click here or on the image below to download a larger, printable PDF of the May calendar. (The photo on the calendar is our Sharrott Drive during the spring.)
Sharing Memories
Spending time with seniors is probably the best gift you give them. So why not make a fun family project out of it? Here is an article from Senior List with some ideas that will allow you to spend time with the people you love and create great memories for the future.
When spending time with your loved one, showing an interest in their past can trigger magical memories you may have never known and provide you a wealth of stories to pass on to grandkids and future generations. For example, you may start by asking a senior to gather special mementos and photographs they may have saved over the years. They can get out all the little things that people save over the years that remind us of who we are and where we’ve been. You want to capture all their emotions and excitement about these keepsakes. So maybe you could have them create a scrapbook / journal. They can write about the people in the photographs or the moments surrounding a memento. You’ll be amazed at the journeys they’ve taken and all the little details they remember. This is even great for people with onset dementia or memory loss. Remembering what happened today or last week may be difficult for them but insights from decades ago can often stay with them.
Want to create an oral history of your loved one? The National Public Radio founded a nonprofit organization named StoryCorps ©. They record the personal history of people’s lives onto CD and then preserve them at the Library of Congress. This audio is saved for all future generations and is completely free for everyone. You can find out more information by visiting their website at www.storycorps.org
Where did I come from? How about creating a family tree with your loved one? You can start a genealogy project and use photos to develop a photographed family tree. This is a great way to learn about your family’s history and with all the online resources now available a project like this is easier than ever.
Why not create a digital photo album? You can take all your favorite photographs with your one and create a DVD that plays the pictures in a slide show. Just start by scanning all the photos into your computer. You can then add captions describing the moments or add music or audio to best capture your seniors’ history. This is a great way to preserve the past and tell our loved one’s story.
These are just some of the ways you can spend time with your loved and create a historical record that shares insights you may have never known previously. The most of important part of this is spending time with those you love and sharing fond memories together. These projects of course also create new memories.
Provided by Seniorlist.com.
Spring Into Carefree Living at Shepherd
Are you ready to give up the joy of shoveling snow, raking leaves, and mowing the lawn? Shepherd of the Valley Howland and Poland are offering two move-in specials. There has been such interest that the offer has been extended intoJune.
Just think, you can be in your new carefree home at Shepherd of the Valley before summer arrives. Click here for more information on how you can begin to live a carefree life at the Howland or Poland Shepherd community!
If you or a loved one is thinking of moving to a new apartment, check out The Hillcrest Apartments at Shepherd in Niles. Pets are welcome, utilities are included, there is no lease, the neighbors are great…and you can earn a month’s rent (up to $600) just for moving in by May 31st!
Contact Kristen Taylor, Marketing Director, for more information on moving to your new home in The Hillcrest Apartments at Niles.
Valley Legacy Awards Looking for Sponsors
In 2005, the Valley Legacy Awards program was created to honor those who have devoted a lifetime of working to improve the Mahoning Valley, and those who work with the senior population. The program is directed by the volunteer Valley Legacy Advisory Board under the sponsorship of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Services, Inc.
We invite you to be a part of this uplifting event by becoming a sponsor of the Valley Legacy Awards and join the companies and individuals from across the Mahoning Valley who have sponsored the event through the years. A list of sponsors from previous Valley Legacy Awards can be seen here. Sponsorships are crucial to the success of this event that publicly recognizes and thanks those who have dedicated their lives to serving others.
To date, nearly 230 extraordinary people and organizations throughout Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties have been honored. (Click here for 2012 Nominee Biography Sheet) The Valley Legacy Award has been presented to 45 of those honorees. In 2010, the Cliff Johnson Valley Legacy Memorial Award for Timeless Service was created and is awarded posthumously by the Advisory Board to honor exceptional commitment to the Valley.
Nominations are solicited from the general public. Judging panels comprised of people dedicated to volunteerism and senior advocacy efforts from across the tri-county area carefully review all nominations and select award recipients. The annual awards luncheon draws more than 250 people representing businesses, organizations, friends, family, and numerous community leaders. As each nominee is introduced, a brief synopsis of his or her achievements is shared with the audience.
Download a copy of the Sponsor Form and help us to provide an appropriate recognition for these outstanding people.
The ninth annual Valley Legacy Awards luncheon, celebrating those who leave a lasting legacy of service and inspire others through their actions and deeds, is scheduled for noon, Thursday, October 3, 2013, at Avion on the Water.
Employees of the Year Announced
Throughout the year, employees at each Shepherd community select employees to honor for their dedication and service. In March, five employees from that group, one from each Shepherd location, were honored as an Employee of the Year. This year the following employees were recognized:
Shepherd of the Valley- Niles: Anna Lisa Fawcett, 10p-6:30a shift aide. “She is 
always positive and always has a smile on her face,” commented Rick Mattix, Niles Associate Director. “You can tell she truly loves her job and was very appreciative of her most deserved honor. “ She has worked for SOV-Niles for 2 years.
Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman: Christina Resek. Christina has been a member 
of the housekeeping staff at SOV-Boardman since 2009. “Christina is very helpful to everyone,” stated Rich Limongi, Boardman Associate Director. “She goes out of her way for the residents, is always friendly, and a hard worker.”
Shepherd of the Valley-Howland: Lisa Freeman, LPN. “Lisa started at SOV-
Howland in 2005 as a housekeeper, studied to become an STNA and is now an LPN,” stated Tamara Salvino, Howland Associate Director. “She is a dedicated employee who always has a smile on her face and a positive attitude.”
Shepherd of the Valley-Poland: Aaron Simko. Aaron has been employed in the 
SOV-Poland Dietary Department since 1996. “Aaron was chosen by his peers because he is always going out of his way to help the residents each and every morning” explained Kelly Stansloski, Poland Associate Director. “He gives them his undivided attention, warmth, and love. The entire staff at Poland is glad Aaron is on our team!”
Shepherd of the Valley-Corporate/Home Health: Melissa Tustin. Melissa joined 
the Shepherd of the Valley staff as the Accounts Receivable Supervisor in January of 2010. “Melissa was a good addition to the staff. She is very professional and leads her staff by example,” stated Victoria Brown, CFO/Corporate Office Associate Director.
April Social Calendar for The Villas at Shepherd-Howland
Interested in activities and outings planned for the carefree living Villas at Shepherd-Howland?
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Poland Assisted Living Life Enrichment Calendar for April
Interested in activities and outings planned for the assisted living community at Poland?
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April Social Calendar for the Villas at Shepherd-Poland
Interested in activities and outings planned for the carefree living Villas at Shepherd-Poland?
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The Hillcrest Apartments at Shepherd – Niles Social Calendar
Interested in activities and outings planned for the Hillcrest Apartments at Shepherd-Niles?
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Niles Assisted Living April Life Enrichment Calendar
Interested in activities and outings planned for the SOV-Niles assisted living community?
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The Gardens at Niles April Life Enrichment Calendar
Interested in activities and outings planned for the The Gardens at SOV-Niles?
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