shell point life june 2013

June 2013Vol. 8 Issue 6

AN ATHLETIC SPIRIT & LOVE OF NATURE MAKES FOR A WINNING COMBINATION

WARM UPYOUR MINDENRICHING OFFERINGS INTHIS SUMMER’SACADEMY MARKET

WATCHFRESH PRODUCE AND OTHER GREAT FINDS AT SHELL POINTMARKET PLACE

WARM UPYOUR MINDENRICHING OFFERINGS INTHIS SUMMER’SACADEMY MARKET

WATCHFRESH PRODUCE AND OTHER GREAT FINDS AT SHELL POINTMARKET PLACE

AN ATHLETIC SPIRIT & LOVE OF NATURE MAKES FOR A WINNING COMBINATION

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I’ve often heard people saythat you are only as old asyou feel. My experience at ShellPoint has certainly proven that tobe true. There are 85-year-oldsrunning around this communitywith more energy than I currentlyhave pulsing through my left arm.Just the other day, I reluctantly asked a groupof residents to meet me somewhere at 8:15in the morning. To my surprise, their hesi-tancy to comply with my request was not atall related to the inconvenience of the earlymorning meeting time. The fact of the mat-ter was that by 8 a.m. their days were alreadywell underway. One person was going to beat the gym, another was going to be teachinga computer course, and another was going tobe volunteering at The Pavilion. Yet, to mysurprise, they each acquiesced and met methe next morning – bright eyed and bushytailed. Where are they getting their coffee? Iwant some!

Perhaps what’s even more remarkable isthat those residents are merely a small sam-ple of the active population at Shell Point. Irecently learned of another resident who hasbeen making waves, literally, with herastounding level of energy and boundlessenthusiasm. Minnie Osteyee (Sand Dollar)

grew up with a zest for life that hasdefinitely carried through into herretirement. As a crew member ofa dragon boat racing team, theDraggin’ Dragons, Minnie hasinspired a group of her fellowShell Point residents to get in onthe fun and adventure of paddling

as a team out on the open water. Minnie’sstory begins on page 4, and the story of theShell Point dragon boat racing team, theDragonflies, can be found on page 8.

And speaking of getting out on theopen water, have you heard that the newSuzy Q V has arrived? The vessel is cur-rently passing through its final stages ofinspections and approvals. Before we knowit, the beloved boat will be cruising aroundour local waters for lunch trips and sight-seeing tours. Turn to page 16 to see a photoof the Suzy Q and learn more about the cer-tification process. Details regarding a dedi-cation ceremony, as well as future travelplans, will be announced on SPTV and inthe Weekly Reminder.

In the meantime, this issue of Shell PointLife offers plenty of ideas and options to getout and burn off some of that youthfulenergy. You go on ahead; we’ll try to catchup with you later!

JUST ANOTHER NUMBERBy Rochelle Cherniawski, editor

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in a recent issue but you lost it? You can find the current issue as

well as the back issues of the magazine at www.shellpoint.net/spl/splife.htm

O N T H E C O V E R

Minnie Osteyee of Sand Dollar is a member of a dragon boat racing team. She findsthat the active sport taps into all six dimensions of Shell Point’s LifeQuest initiative.

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The Summer Concert Series concerts will be held in the Church Auditoriumat 7:30 p.m. Shell Point residents can purchase tickets at either service desk.The general public can purchase tickets at www.shellpoint.org/concerts.For questions, please call the box office at 454-2067.

SOUNDS OF SUMMERTHE NAPLES JAZZ ORCHESTRATHE SUNSHINE TRIO THE BUZZSWEET ADELINE BARBERSHOP QUARTET

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Naples Jazz Orchestra Tuesday, June 11Now in its fourth season, The Naples Jazz Orchestra is a big band in the

tradition of the legendary bands of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, WoodyHerman, Buddy Rich, and the Tonight Show Band. It performs the music ofthe greatest composers, arrangers, and bands of jazz history.

The Naples Jazz Orchestra is comprised of some of the finest professionaljazz musicians in Florida, and was formed to provide the highest quality bigband jazz experience. Their mission is to maintain and expand the awarenessof big band music in America.

The Sunshine Trio Thursday, July 11Enjoy an evening of light classical and popular favorites with the sounds of the

Sunshine Trio. Members include Kay Kemper, harp, Scott O’Donnell, viola, andBeth Larsen, flute. All three accomplished musicians perform with the

Southwest Florida Symphony and the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra.

The Buzz Friday, August 9

The Buzz is a Sweet Adeline Barbershop super group! MembersNancy Cloeter, Debbie Cleveland, Karen Breidert, and Jeannie Froelichwere all well medaled individually before they got together. Likenothing you’ve ever heard before, these four ladies create an experiencesinging a cappella harmony that will leave you in awe.

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The fourth annual Shell Point Summer Concert series will kick off this month with a dynamicperformance by The Naples Jazz Orchestra on Tuesday, June 11. As an added bonus to the al-ready low ticket prices, you can save even more by purchasing series tickets in advance – thebundle price for all three concerts is just $35! Single tickets for each performance can be pur-chased for $15 each. Secure your tickets early and invite a friend to join you to enjoy the soundsof summer at Shell Point.

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B Y J A R E D S C O T T T E S L E R

Purpose

Minnie Osteyee (SandDollar) is no ordinarygrandma, and she hasevidence to prove it. She

remains tickled pink by a humorous birth-day card sent to her last fall by her grand-children. The greeting card poses thequestion, “What kind of a grandmother areyou?” and points to the recipient’s lack ofstereotypical characteristics, such as blue-rinsed hair, strong-smelling perfume, andsilk stockings gathered around the ankles.

Minnie was born in Cobleskill, NewYork, near the capital city of Albany, andraised on a self-sustaining four-acre farm. Hermother was a homemaker, her father anemployee of General Electric in Schenectady.As products of their upbringing, Minnie saysshe and her twin brothers grew to become abunch of “organic kids.”

While other young girls enjoyed play-ing dress-up or pampering baby dolls,Minnie was partial to outdoor games andsports. When she was a teenager, she pre-ferred spending quality time with her prizedand trusty horse, Thunder. “He listened to

all my problems,” she recalls, “and shook hishead that he understood!”

The two of them garnered countlessribbons and trophies in western riding horseshows throughout New York.

As a high school student, Minnie was amember of the basketball, softball, and vol-leyball teams, becoming the first female towin the Athlete of the Year Award. Shecontinued to play team sports in college.

Nursing and Teaching

Minnie attended the State Universityof New York at Plattsburgh and theUniversity of Rochester, earning a bache-lor’s degree in nursing and a master’s degreein nursing education, respectively.

During her three-month rotation as astudent nurse at the Ogdensburg PsychiatricCenter, Minnie met George, her future hus-band, who was studying civil engineering atClarkson University in nearby Potsdam.The actual meeting, she remembers,occurred at a restaurant called Oscar’s,where she and a group of fellow student

nurses had been celebrating a classmate’sbirthday.

Minnie and George were married fouryears later. They had two children – a girl,Renee, and a boy, Ian. Minnie stayed homewith her children until they went to schoolfull time. At that time, they were the oneswho encouraged her to get back to work.“They said they didn’t want me to be lonelyat home,” she laughs. “So, I got back intonursing and started teaching.”

Years later, when her daughter wassearching for a master’s program, Minniehelped her comb through the brochures.The search led Minnie to an interest inhigher education. “I ended up deciding topursue a doctoral degree in organizationalbehavior.”

In 1990, the very same year that herdaughter received her master’s degree, Minnieearned a Ph.D. in organizational behavior anddevelopment from Syracuse University. Herdissertation, designed and carried out as aqualitative study, was titled “Academic

A self-described tomboy and outdoorsy type as achild, retired nurse practitioner and university

professor Minnie Osteyee went on to play severalteam sports throughout her high school and

college years. Most recently, as a way to combineher athletic spirit and fondness for nature, she

has taken up dragon boat racing.

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Secretaries: Perspectives of How TheyInfluence and Are Influenced by a UniversityEnvironment as They Seek Job Satisfaction.”In the end, much to Minnie’s surprise, onlyone member of the study’s 12-person samplethought of herself as a secretary.

Over the course of her career, Minnieserved as a school nurse in Averill Park, NewYork; a professor of nursing at SyracuseUniversity, the State University of New YorkUpstate Medical University, and AuburnCommunity College; and a nurse practitionerat Crouse-Irving Memorial Hospital.

Snowbirds on the Move

Minnie and George lived and worked inSyracuse for many years. When George, asmall business owner, decided to retire in1997, he longed for a second home — and

a larger boat —near close friends in Ontario,Canada. At the time, their vacation prop-erty was located on Skaneateles Lake inCentral New York.

Once they sold the lake house, they pur-chased a summer home in Canada and a morepermanent place at Burnt Store Marina inPunta Gorda. Minnie says, “It was a retirementthing — one way north, one way south.”

The couple now spends summers attheir cottage on Sodus Bay, which is muchcloser to their daughter and grandchildrenin Rochester, New York. They also visit Ianin the small town of Keene in theAdirondack Mountains. “They’re all so busythat we go to them instead of them comingto us!” Minnie confesses.

Venturesome and vivacious, theOsteyees became enthralled with flying air-planes and both are licensed instrument air-craft pilots. With various family membersscattered across the United States, together,they have flown around the country. Then,they set their sights on boating.

From 1997 to 2008, the couple did

plenty of boating. In 2006, Minnie andGeorge traveled the Great Loop — a 5,000-mile journey — and cruised to the Bahamas,the Florida Keys, and other destinationsalong each of Florida’s coasts. Minniehosted the 2008 Southeast Nordic TugOwner’s Association Rendezvous in PuntaGorda. Recently, the Osteyees opted to selltheir Nordic Tug 42.

A Passion for Paddling

When Minnie first toured Shell Point,she immediately noticed racks full of kayaksand was invigorated by the large number ofresidents she saw biking, running, and walk-ing. She knew she would somehow be incor-porating physical activity into her dailyroutine, but wondered what sort of exerciseprogram would best suit her individualwants, interests, and needs.

As luck would have it, in 2009, Minniewas introduced to the ancient Chinese sportof dragon boat racing by a friend who justhappened to know the coach responsible for

Paddling

with PurposeContinued from page 5

Minnie sported a temporary dragon tattooon her arm during the War on the Peacedragon boat race in April.

launching a competitive team — theDraggin’ Dragons — three years earlier.Before long, she found herself mastering thestrokes at poolside practices and signing upas an official member of the crew.

In March of 2013, Minnie establishedthe Shell Point Dragonflies team, comprisedof 26 registered members and many morewaitlisted enthusiasts, which competed inthe third annual War on the Peace DragonBoat Festival at Laishley Park in PuntaGorda this spring. The entire race was 400meters in length, or a quarter of a mile, andtook roughly two minutes to complete.

Each 40-foot-long, canoe-like water-craft is designed to fit 22 people, including20 paddlers, with 10 positioned on eachside; a drummer (caller) at the bow; and asteer person (sweep) at the rear.Synchronicity and teamwork among pad-

dlers is crucial at all times.“The steer person is in con-

trol and tells us what to do —and we’re supposed to do it inunison,” explains Minnie, whohas already been known to pad-dle her way through festivals inPunta Gorda, Tampa, Tavares, and theFlorida Keys.

Finding Her Place at Shell Point

In addition to playing mahjong withfriends and neighbors, Minnie remains activein the Shell Point Boat Club and volunteersas a group leader for the Walking Club’s six-mile event. George visits the Wood Shop asif it is his office. Once a year, he paddles on arecreational dragon boat team.

Minnie, who would love to pursue evenmore hobbies and interests but rarely has thetime, is quick to point out that her sport ofchoice is simultaneously physical, emotional,spiritual, educational, social, and environ-mental, tapping into each and every dimen-sion of Shell Point’s LifeQuest initiative.

“The most fun thing about dragon boatracing is the camaraderie that the team hasbecause, when you think about it, the lastteam I was on was in college,” she says.“And, now that I’m retired, I’m still part ofa team!”


With 10 paddlers on each side of the boat, the team members mustlisten to the drummer to paddle in perfect unison.

Minnie shows off the paddle that she uses topropel the boat through the water.

Each 40-foot-long, canoe-like watercraft is designed to fit 22 people, including

20 paddlers, one drummer (caller) at the bow, and one steer person (sweep) at

the rear. Synchronicity and teamwork among paddlers is crucial at all times.

On Saturday, April 13, a group of 25Shell Point residents joined forces fora very unique experience. The adventurousresidents formed a Dragon Boat racing team,calling themselves the Dragonflies, to race inthe War on the Peace Dragon Boat race onthe Peace River in Charlotte County.

The decision to be called teamDragonflies was made because of the symbol-ism of a dragonfly. According to team mem-ber Fritz Knox (Lakewood), “Dragonflieshave power and poise. They show maturityand a depth in character, defeat of self createdillusions, focus on living in the moment, andthe opening of one’s eyes.”

The group came together in just a matterof a few weeks under the leadership of aviddragon boat paddler Minnie Osteyee (SandDollar). During the very first informationalmeeting, Minnie described the dragon boatexperience as a way to meet your LifeQuestgoals. She shared, “Dragon boating fits intoevery dimension of LifeQuest.”

The group had a few dry land practices atShell Point before fitting in two in-water train-ings just days prior to the race. And when raceday came, the excitement was stimulating forthe Dragonflies, as well as for the large crowdgathered along the river bank!

For many, the excitement of competingin a group sport was very thrilling and it wasmoving to feel their competitive edge cometo the surface. The group rallied to finish arespectable 3rd place in three heats.

Jane Johnston (Nautilus), who was a 5krunner years ago, stated, “This was the mostexcited I have been in a long time! I gotthat same feeling of exhilaration as in myrunning days. My sister, Ruth See (SandDollar), came to watch and she cried andwas overjoyed on the sidelines while cheer-ing for the group!”

So, do dragon boat racing and LifeQuest

go hand and hand? Yes! There was the phys-ical challenge of not only paddling the boat,but getting in and out. Certainly, the joy ofexperiencing the southwest Florida naturalenvironment was exhilarating. The sense ofcommunity and social experience was over-flowing with new friendships bonded togetherby the experience.

Suzanne Wilson (Cellana) felt the new-found friendship at the end of the race.“Jeanne Allison (Periwinkle) sat the secondrace out. At the end of the race my legswere wobbling and I was tired. Jeanne cameand gave me an arm up the ramp andunbuckled my lifejacket. She was therewhen I needed her.”

A teary-eyed Jeanne responded toSuzanne’s kind words, “I couldn’t race, but Iwanted to help in any way I could.”

One of the paddlers offered proof that theemotional dimension was reached when hestated, “I discovered something I didn’t know

about myself!” The educational dimension of LifeQuest

was also met, as participants had to learn theunique skills of not only worrying about theirown paddle strokes, but also learning how tokeep in synch with others in the boat.

Spiritually, the group found meaning andpurpose in having a goal and achieving it.

Jerry Ingalls (Eagles Preserve) reflectedon the race and said, “It was amazing to seethe geometric progression from paddling pool-side to actually racing in the boat. We reallycame together.”

LifeQuest goals do not always have to beachieved by the path most taken. Take achance, get off the beaten path, and try some-thing new. You never know what you mayachieve!

LifeQuest—The Driving Force Behind Shell

Point’s New Dragon Boat Racing Team B Y M A R Y F R A N K L I N , R E S O R T S E R V I C E S

A N D W E L L N E S S M A N A G E R

A group of Shell Point residents formed a dragon boat racing team, the Dragonflies, and competed in their first race together in April. They proudly wore their LifeQuest t-shirts to the race.

The DragonfilesThe Dragonfiles

Visit the Shell Point Facebook page

at www.facebook.com/shellpoint for

additional photos from the race.

Discuss royalty with anAmerican and you will imme-diately discover a contradiction ofemotions. We are fiercely contemp-tuous to the concept of a King as ourleader, yet enthralled in the specta-cle of royal weddings. This oddAmerican dichotomy includes ourentertainers. Lacking authenticKings or Queens, we routinelyanoint our singers with the ceremo-nial title. Aretha Franklin is “TheQueen of Soul,” Michael Jacksonwas “The King of Pop,” and ofcourse Elvis Presley was, and alwayswill be, simply “The King.”

Like the musicians, we toohave bestowed gentry titles uponour most favored plant species.Delonix regiacame to thenew worldaboard a sail-ing vessel only150 years afterChristopherColumbus dis-covered theCaribbean Islands. The Flamboyant Tree,endemic to Madagascar’s dry, deciduousforests, enchanted the Governor of theIsland of St. Kitts. In 1642, while buildinghis estate, the Governor commissioned the

trees to be transported and planted. While French nobleman Phillippe de

Longvilliers de Poincy is not particularlyremembered today for his acts of diplomacy,

fair governance, or even house-hold architecture, the trees heplanted have captivated us. Re-christened in his honor, the RoyalPoinciana tree is considered bymany as the most beautiful flower-ing tree in the world.

One of the most breathtakingsights on earth must be a forest ofRoyal Poinciana trees in full sum-mer bloom. With red-orange blos-

soms covering thetree as if a cloak,this monarch rulessupreme amongflowering trees.

Remarkably,Shell Point has a“forest” of RoyalPoinciana trees atthe mid-rise parkarea. With seventrees around thepark, the best

vantage point is from above.Ascend the stairway to Turban’soutdoor deck and enjoy the vista offlowers, then walk through thepark and pick an individual flower

to marvel at the detailed beauty. If no oneis watching, place the flower behind yourright ear, perform a curtsey or bow, and hailto The King.

Nature’s Notebook B Y S T E V E M O R T O N , L A N D S C A P E M A N A G E R

Royal Poinciana Trees found throughout ShellPoint display breathtakingly beautiful bloomsduring the summer months.

All Hail to the King!All Hail to the King!

Iona-McGregor Fire Training at Shell Point

The Iona-McGregor Fire Protection and RescueService District recently conducted training exer-cises at Shell Point with the newest addition to their fleet –a seven-story ladder truck. For three days, fire crews prac-ticed positioning and placement of the aerial ladders withconsiderations for window and roof access, exposure protec-tion, and master stream operations. Shell Point was honoredto offer a training space for the hard-working crew that isdedicated to the safety of the Southwest Florida community.


In April residents and employeesgathered in the Church Auditoriumfor a night of fun and laughter during TheBlues Variety Show. The show began withScott Moore, assistant vice president ofoperations, playing the part of St. LouieBlues and introducing his fellowBlues Brothers – Jake andElwood – portrayed by Jared Pikeand Dan Philgreen of SPTV.

When St. Louie Bluesannounced his resignation fromthe band, the search for a newBlues Brother began. The ideaoccurred to Jake and Elwoodthat the open position inthe band should be filled byauditioning performers fromthe community.

The acts were presented by manytalented residents, as well as represen-tatives from various departmentswithin Shell Point. Two of thesingers were Larry Fose of resort

services and his wife, Marj, an RN inthe Pavilion. Larry shared, “It was a funevent that gave residents and employeesan opportunity to highlight their talents.We look forward to it every year.”

With a total of 19 acts, the audiencehad an evening full of fun, laughter, andentertainment. The talent was veryimpressive and varied from musicians,to individual singers, and to groups such asthe Medical Center staff. Even the Shell

Point Line Dancers led by LoisGannon and Lois Forsytheshowed off some fancy foot-work. On a humorous note, theaudience was able to listen in ona personal telephone conversa-tion between Nascar driverDanica Patrick, played by Chris

Ferrell of finance, and hervery blue and depressedfather, played by PaulPeterson (Rosemont). And,

to the delight of the audience, anextremely persistent Elvis impersonator,played by Scott Moore, showed up for thetryouts on multiple occasions.

As the program drew to an end, alongcame saxophonist Gerald Augustin, a guestto Shell Point whose stage name was Green’n Blues. The Blues brothers thought thatwith a lesson from them, this fellow mightbe able to play the blues. That was whenGreen ’n Blues showed them a thing or two

Mary Franklin, ChrisFerrell, and Dawn Boren

handed out glow-in-the-darknecklaces to attendees.

Variety Show Celebrated theAntics of The Blues Brothers,

Musical Blues, and, ofCourse, All Things Blue!

to Shell Point

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BluesBluesTheThe

Cecile and BruceGallant performedFolsom Prison Blues.

L-R: Scott Moore performed Blue Suede Shoes,Michael Anthony played Every Day I Have theBlues, Pat Specht sang Blue Bayou.

L-R: Scott Moore performed Blue Suede Shoes,Michael Anthony played Every Day I Have theBlues, Pat Specht sang Blue Bayou.

B Y B R A C E C L A R K , A C T I V I T I E S L E A D E R

The Backward Brothers L-R: DorothyHoekwater, Floss Jamison, Marian Davey, and

Charlotte Bathon.

Jared Pikeand DanPhilgreen asThe BluesBrothersperformedSoul Man.

Jared Pikeand DanPhilgreen asThe BluesBrothersperformedSoul Man.

VarietyVariety


about how to really play theBlues. He proceeded to blow the

roof off of the Church Auditorium!Dorothy Hall (Sand Dollar) asked inastonishment, “Was that s axophonist aprofessional? He was amazingly good!”

All of a sudden, the stage wentdark. When the Blues Brothers finallyfound the lights, all of the acts fromthroughout the show had filled in thestage and the Blues Brothers decided

that everyone who performed was wor-thy of joining their duo. They endedthe evening with everyone joining into sing Sweet Home Chicago.

Even though the theme for thisyear’s variety show was The Blues, theaudience exhibited nothing but smilesthroughout the entire show.

To order a $10 DVD of The BluesVariety Show, please contact JaredPike, SPTV supervisor, at 489-8431.

The Shell Point Line Dancers performed a lively line dance to Blues on the Bayou.

Yvonne Schneffsang Anytime.

Bud Smith and Tom Frackenpohlplayed Me and Bobby McGee.

Marj Fosesang Homeof theBlues with Larry Fose.

Kathy Fairbanks performed Celebrating Blues Music with Ruth Rodgers on piano.

Several doctors and staff from the J. Howard Wood Medical Center performed As Time Goes By. Dr. DeGraff on piano, Kelly Kyer, James Heard, Christine Canecchio,Steve Minniear, Dr. Carol Clark, Dr. Wui Chien, and Dr. Mary-Claire Chapman.

The String Ensemble performed Blue Moon andStars. L-R: Jeanne Philpott (violin), Ted Miller (viola),Eleanor Pease (cello), and Miriam Armstrong (violin).

“We’re getting the band back together!” Scott Moore, Jared Pike,Gerald Augustin, Michael Anthony, Cas Obie, Dan Philgreen.

Blues ’N Stuff (Fritz Knox, Bill Johns, Don Schneff,Jerry Ingalls, and Pat Specht) performed Tin Roof

Blues with guest saxophonist Gerald Augustin.

Irene First and Beryl Steinerwaited for the show to begin.


GOOD FAT? BAD FAT? TOO MUCH FAT?

FatFacts for Healthy Living B Y L I N D A R A K O S , R D , L D / N , A S S I S T A N T D I R E C T O R O F H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S

Does the term “healthy fat” sound likean oxymoron? For years we haveheard that fat is not good for us. In this case,we are talking about dietary fat. Fat actuallyplays a very important role in our diets.Everybody needs some fat; just not too muchof it! Fat from food helps your body make newcells and tissues. It also helps to absorb certainvitamins from food. And like anything else,there are healthy and unhealthy options.

Healthy FatsThere are several types of fat.

Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatsactually lower disease risk. Olive and canolaoils are two examples of healthy unsaturatedfats. Other sources are avocados, olives, nutbutters and many nuts and seeds. Soybean,corn, and safflower oils are all polyunsatu-rated fats. Salmon, trout, walnuts and sun-flower seeds are also polyunsaturated fats.Omega-3 fats are yet another type of fat thatmay even lower your triglycerides. Oily fishlike salmon and herring, flax seeds, flaxseedoil, walnuts, walnut oil, and canola oil are allgood sources of omega-3 fats.

Unhealthy FatsSaturated fats and trans fats are the

unhealthy fats that should be avoided. Theseare the ones that increase your cholesteroland triglycerides which put you at risk for aheart attack or stroke. Saturated fats arefound mostly in high-fat animal foods. Thismeans fatty or greasy meats, poultry skin,whole milk and dairy products, and butter.Trans fats are acids found in animal productsbut are also formed during the process ofhydrogenating oil which helps extend theshelf life of many packaged foods.

Tips to Help You Trim Down Your Fat Intake

Here are several quick tips to help youincrease the source of healthy fats in your dietand reduce the unhealthy fats, especiallywhen dining out:

• Select foods that are steamed, broiled,baked, poached, or roasted.

• If your food is being cooked to order,request that it be minimally preparedwith an oil such as olive, canola,corn, or soy instead of butter.

• Ask for gravy, sauce, and dressings tobe served on the side, so that you cancontrol how much you eat. Or, betteryet, request that it not be served.

• Select fat-free or low–fat dairy foods. Ifyou are accustomed to drinking wholemilk, try a 2% milk and thengradually switch to 1% or skim.

• Avoid butter, cream, cream cheese,and cream-based salad dressings. Theyare all high in saturated fat.

• Avoid margarine containing trans fats.

• Trans fats are often found in processed

baked food products such as cookies,muffins, pies and cakes – check thelabel when shopping to eliminatethem. If eating out, avoid them.

• Eat a variety of seafood, but eat it atleast twice a week and include salmonor other oily fish.

• Add some plant protein to your dietevery week – beans and peas are lowin saturated fat and high in fiber.

• Put a few unsalted nuts or seeds onyour salads or eat as a snack.

Here is the bottom line – fat makes ourfood taste good! But we must remain aware ofthe differences between healthy and unhealthyoptions. Stick with healthy oils, fish, beans,and nuts. And above all, eating well shouldstill be an enjoyable experience!

Mind Your Moderation

So how much fat do we really need? The USDA2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and theAmerican Heart Association recommend that fatshould be limited to no more than 35% of your total daily calories. Saturated fat should make up no more than 10% of your total daily intake. Trans fat should be less than 1% of your daily intake!

The Health ConnectionJune Offers a VarieTy Of PrOgrams

TO sTrengTHen yOur BOdy and

BrOaden yOur mediCal KnOwledge

Wellness Specialty ClassesBeat the summer heat by exercising

indoors. Lindy Smith, Nordic Walkingexpert and AFAA certified group exerciseinstructor, will teach eight Pole WalkingInsider classes this summer inside TheVillage Church. Pole walking is a correctiveexercise that offers many health benefitsincluding posture, balance and endurance.The classes will take place on Thursdaysfrom 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on June 6, June 20,July 11, and July 25. The class is offeredagain on Tuesdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. onJune 11, June 16, July 16, and July 30. Thecost of $10 per one-hour session includesthe rental of specially designed NordicWalking poles. Wear comfortable clothingand closed-toe shoes.

Shell Point asYour Resource

Cheryl Cooper, fitness instructor, willbe teaching Introduction to WaterExercise on Tuesday, June 4, at 10:45 a.m.in the Social Center. This class is for thoselooking to create a personal aquatic workoutor try any of the Shell Point water fitnessclasses. It will cover everything you need toknow about exercising in the water.

Got a Sweet Tooth?Mary McCormack,RD Pavilion consultation dietitian, andLinda Rakos, RD assistant director of hos-pitality services, will review the differentkinds of sugar, where it comes from, andwhy we use it in our food. The nutrition duowill also share information on sweetenersand sugar substitutes. The class will takeplace on Wednesday, June 12, at 10:15 a.m.in the Social Center. The cost is $5 per per-son.

Shell Point is proud to host Lindy Smith,AFAA certified group instructor, to answerthe question: LifeQuest PhysicalDimension – How Does it Relate? onThursday, June 20, at 1:15 p.m. in theManatee Room. Lindy will break down howthe physical wellness dimension has an inte-gral relationship with the other five wellnessdimensions. This session will motivate youto get moving!

Got hair? Learn How to Have ThickerFuller Hair – Session 1 on Wednesday, June26, at 10:15 a.m. in the Manatee Room.Robyn Church, Salon & Spa manager, willeducate attendees using the Bosley Hair

Replacement System. The cost is $5 per per-son. Attendees will receive a $5 coupontoward the purchase of Bosley products.

Your MedicalCommunity

Sports-related injuries can happen atany age. If you have experienced an overuseinjury or a more serious injuryfrom bicycling, tennis, boatingor any other activity, this topicis for you. Dr. Ed Gomez fromthe Institute for OrthopedicSurgery and Sports Medicinewill present Get Back intoYour Game on Monday, June3, at 3 p.m. in the GrandCypress Room.

Low Vision Works – Getthe Facts will take place onMonday, June 10, at 10:15a.m. in the Social Center withKaitlyn Cremer, OTD, OTR/L from LowVision Works. The Low Vision Works pro-gram is a highly effective vision rehabilita-tion process that restores vision andfunctionality to individuals suffering fromlow vision disabilities, such as age-relatedmacular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy,glaucoma, and certain types of strokes.

Mark your calendar for a great sessionon Monday, June 24, at 10:15 a.m. in theManatee Room. Dr. Marilyn Kole, LeePhysician Group System Medical Director,is a board certified pulmonary and criticalcare doctor who will present DiseaseManagement. She will discuss the top riskfactors in the elderly for mortality: heart dis-ease, stroke, cancer, and COPD. She willalso talk about diagnosis, risk, and, mostimportantly, prevention.


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To sign-up for The Health Connection programs, contact either of the service desks.

On June 12 Mary McCormack, RD Pavilionconsultation dietitian, and Linda Rakos, RDassistant director of hospitality services, willpresent Got A Sweet Tooth? Learn all aboutthe different kinds of sugar, where it comesfrom, and much more.

Dr. Ed Gomez,board certified

orthopaedic surgeon, pres-ents Get Back

into Your Gameon June 3.


Academy On The GoDiscover Southwest Florida by boat

with Captiva Cruises in Pine Island Soundon Monday, June 3. Included will be lunchat the famous Tarpon Lodge and a guidedtour of the Calusa Heritage Trail at RandellResearch Center. This is surely a trip forthose who love history, mixed with goodfood and the Gulf of Mexico!

For the Love of Learning

Mah-Jongg Part 2: Defense andStrategies begins on Monday, June 3, withJoan Morgan and Renee Maxwell (both ofHarbor Court). You will have four opportu-nities to go beyond the basics to develop thestrategies and defense needed for a fullknowledge of this popular game.

Professor Adrian Kerr continues toshare the history of the Arabworld on June 4 with Khasab– Norway of Arabia; on June18 with Muscat – Jewel of thePersian Gulf, and on June 25with Salalah – AncientCapital of Incense. These pre-sentations are designed sothat each one stands alone,though the countries of thisarea of the world have muchin common.

Susan Willoughby breaks up six sessionsof Intermediate Bridge for time off to enjoythe holidays. The first three sessions willtake place on three Wednesdays, June 12,19, and 26.

Karen Hubbard (Lakewood) shares herextensive knowledge of the elements ofdesign on a Woodlands Commons ArtWalk on Thursday, June 13. What a niceway to increase your art appreciation whilediscussing the art you can see on a daily basis.

Sharon Terestenyi (Lakewood) makesthe most amazing purses! You may have seenthem in the Shell Point Gift Shop. With

Pin Weaving For Textile Art onWednesday, June 19, she shares the basics ofthis weaving technique that you can thenincorporate it into your own creations.

On Tuesday, June 25, we focus on TheHolistic Impact of Humor, with three ShellPoint doctors – Dr. Carol Clark, Nurse

Practitioner, Medical Center; Dr.Sue Stranahan, RN DrPH, Directorof Spiritual Services; and Dr. NancySpencer, Clinical Psychologist,Behavioral Health. They carefullyresearch the latest information, andshare it with us in their own wonder-ful ways.

Painting with Karen and Herbis a new idea from these generousand creative Academy presenters(Karen Hubbard of Lakewood and

Herb Sklar of Eagles Preserve). Bring yourown works-in-progress for six Wednesdays,beginning on June 26, and they will offerencouragement, assistance,support – and whatever youneed. The fun of working withfellow painters is included!

B.F. Skinner Meets Moses:Behavioral Science and BiblicalReligion in Today’s Israel isthis semester’s offering fromAndy Hawkins, senior pastorof The Village Church. Hewill share the program he

was invited to present to the IsraeliAssociation for Behavior Analysis last yearin Tel Aviv, for Israeli scientists about bibli-cal religion.

Legacy SeminarsPre-Planning is the topic this month,

when our Legacy Foundation shares what weneed to know to make important end-of-lifedecisions in a calm and rational atmosphere.Join Tim Hauck, Funeral Director of Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral and Cremation Services,on Wednesday, June 19.

T3Facebook Basics on the iPad on two

Fridays, June 7 and 14, introduces enoughinformation so that you can decide if youwould like to join Facebook, the popularsocial networking site that allows you to

make connections, share interests,and join groups – and enjoy an auto-matic photo album! Debbie Kerr(Rosemont) is your instructor.

Computer CollegeRichard Nelson (Lakewood)

offers Internet Prep School Basicsto those of us who are interested ingetting to know the computer. He

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Professor Adrian Kerrpresents three classesin June on the history

of the Arab world.

Academy on The Goheads to Pine IslandSound on MondayJune 3 for a CaptivaCruises boat tour.Discover the famousTarpon Lodge andtake a guided tour ofthe Calusa HeritageTrail at RandellResearch Center.

Senior Pastor AndyHawkins will presentB.F. Skinner MeetsMoses on June 27.

Enjoy Enriching Class Offerings in the Summer Semester of The Academy

Warm Up Your MindWarm Up Your Mind


is patient and knowledgeable. Join him onfour Wednesdays, beginning June 5.

Russ Kraay (Oakmont) offers a HowTo, Using a Word Processor for fourMondays, beginning June 3.

Specifications For Buying a NewLaptop or Desktop Computer will describethe equipment and software characteristicsto consider when shopping for a new com-puter. Join Jim Plummer (Parkwood) onThursday, June 20.

Jim Plummer also teaches DevelopingSkills on Windows 7 in six sessions, begin-ning Tuesday, June 25. This is an excellentopportunity to increase your skills of usingbasic computer operations in the Windows7 environment.

Coffee With A NeighborWe will spotlight several of our Shell

Point managers for this month’s CoffeeWith A Neighbor. On Monday, June 24,don’t miss Facility Operations Managers:A Look Behind The Scenes. This is agreat opportunity to learn about aspects ofour environmental service and centralplant, as well as the management of ourfacilities and property.

Please refer to the brochure for theAcademy of Lifelong Learning available ateither service desk, or online at www.shell-point.net for more information, includingany fees and a printable calendar. Pleasecontinue to confirm your class selections

and check for any last-minute changes inthe Weekly Reminder or on SPTV. You canregister for classes at either service desk. Icontinue to welcome ideas for futurecourses, and I look forward to seeing you atan Academy class soon!

With storm season upon us, it’s impor-tant to take steps to protect our com-puters and the information they hold. Someof these steps will seem like common sense;however, a good protection strategy will helpyou easily recover from a computer failure.

Simple Steps for Added Protection:• To protect from lightning strikes,

make sure you are using a surge protectorthat is not more than five years old.

• To protect frompower outages and lightningstrikes, use a battery backupsystem with a good battery.

• Regularly schedulecomplete system data back-ups. Backups will protectyour important personal information. To addan additional level of protection, seal thebackup device in a waterproof container.

• If you are going to be leaving for an

extended period of time,unplug your equipment.Some diligent computerusers completely disconnecttheir computer and seal it ina sturdy waste bag to protectfrom possible flooding.

If you have any questions or want assis-tance protecting your equipment from sum-mer storms, please call 454-8248 or [email protected].

Summer Storm Protection for ComputersB Y B R I A N G A I N E Y , T E C H N O L O G Y S E R V I C E S C O O R D I N A T O R

Get to know some of these managers from the Facility Operations team at this month’s CoffeeWith A Neighbor. L-R: Ben DelBrocco, Paul Bertones, Kevin May, Tony Arias, Brenda Powell,Peter Burt, Sean Griffiths, Kari Perkins, and Paul Yacovitch.

President Peter Dys recently issued aShell Point’s bulletin to notify all resi-dents of the introduction of a new Type ARefund Contract that will offer either a 75%or 90% refund of the entrance fee.

“I am pleased that information about thenew Type A Refund Contract has been final-ized,” said Peter Dys. “We are providing thisinformation to our existing residents whomight be interested in converting their exist-ing lifecare contract to the new contract.”

With the introduction of the new 75%and 90% Refund Contracts, Shell Point isoffering an opportunity to current ShellPoint residents with the Type A StandardLifecare Contract to investigate the possi-bility of converting their existing contractto a Refund Contract. These conversionswill all be handled on a one-on-one basiswith Vice President of Finance/CFO, TimLochridge.

However, it is important to note thatthe opportunity to convert existing con-tracts will be offered on a one-time-onlybasis during a 90-day window: from June 10to September 10 for summer residents, andJanuary 6 to April 4 for winter residents.

Conversions will not be offered again afterthese timeframes.

An additional entrance fee will berequired to convert your existing contract toa refundable contract. For the 75% RefundContract, this fee will be 58% of your origi-nal Entrance Fee, plus an additional amountfor each year that your age (or, in the case ofa couple, the youngest resident’s age)exceeds 77. In the case of the 90% Refund

Contract, the additional fee will be 79% ofyour original Entrance Fee, plus an addi-tional amount per year for ages over 77.

If you decide to convert your currentcontract to a refundable contract, it will bedocumented as an addendum to your origi-nal contract.

Refunds will be granted following deathor contract cancellation. Upon death, yourestate will receive a refund amount of75%/90% of the total Entrance Fees paid.

However, if you cancel the contract for anyother reason, you will receive 75%/90% ofonly the additional Entrance Fees paid uponconversion.

Refunds will be paid from the proceedsof Entrance Fees received from RefundContract re-sales. Only the proceeds fromthe re-sales of 75% and 90% RefundContracts will be used for the payment ofrefunds. The proceeds from these re-saleswill go into a “pool,” which will be paid outon a first-come, first-served basis.

To be eligible, you must meet certainEligibility Requirements prior to conver-sion. You (or, in the case of a couple, eitherresident) cannot be permanently living inassisted living or skilled nursing at the timeof conversion. You (or, in the case of a cou-ple, the youngest resident) cannot be olderthan 85 years of age. And although a finan-cial review will not be necessary, a health-care review will be required.

If you are interested in possibly convert-ing your existing Type A Standard LifecareContract to a Type A Refund Contract,contact Tim Lochridge at 454-2230 toschedule an appointment.


Current Shell Point Residents May Consider Converting to

The New Type A Refund Contract

There has been much excitement building sincethe arrival of the Suzy Q V. Over the last few weeks,the boat has undergone a Marine ArchitecturalStability Test and an initial Coast Guard review. In addi-tion, the Suzy Q crew has been completing crew train-ing while preparing the boat with all the specialcomponents it will need for its upcoming launch intothe local waters.

The next Coast Guard Certificate of OperationInspection is scheduled for June 7. Based on the resultsof the stability test and the inspection, the crew hopesto set sail soon after. Please stay tuned to SPTV and theWeekly Reminder for the announcement of the Blessingof Boat event and the official Suzy Q trip schedule.

Final Stages of Review and Approval

New Suzy Q

Contract ConversionSchedule Announced

Photo by Frank Moore (Lakewood)

A Natural Part of aWell-Tended Life


Q&AFineMark National Bank & Trust Answers Your Personal Banking Questions B Y T I F F A N Y W I L L I A M S , M A N A G I N G E X E C U T I V E , F I N E M A R K N A T I O N A L B A N K & T R U S T

Answer: If you have a laptop, tablet,or smartphone with wireless connectivity,you can access the Internet in all kinds ofplaces. While you don’t need to avoid itcompletely, consider the following tips tohelp you protect your privacy while enjoy-ing the convenience of public Wi-Fi access.

1) Don’t make online purchases oraccess your bank account: If you don’twant someone getting ahold of your bankinginformation or credit card number, it’s bestnot to access your accounts when connectedto public Wi-Fi.

2) Double-check the network name:Sometimes thieves will set up fake Wi-Fi

hotspots with legitimatesounding names. You accessthe fake network and theyget access to your data.Double-check the networkname with an employeebefore logging on.

3) Turn off “auto-connect:” Manysmartphones have a setting that will allowthese devices to automatically connect toany open Wi-Fi network. Check yourphone’s settings to make sure this feature isturned off.

4) Switch up your passwords:Don’t usethe same password for all of your online

accounts. This way if one account iscompromised, the rest will stay safe.

5) Look for the lock: A lockedpadlock in the address bar ofyour web browser means theinformation submitted to that

particular site is encrypted. While thisprovides an extra layer of security whenconnected to public Wi-Fi, it’s not fail-safe.Don’t share information online that youwouldn’t be comfortable sharing with theperson sitting at the table next to you.

If you have any questions, you canalways call FineMark at 461-5999 or stop bythe office located on The Island.

PRE-PLANNING

B Y T I M O T H Y S T E P H E N S O N , E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R O F T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

It just makes sense; pre-plan-ning your funeral should be anatural part of a well-tended life, as itprovides you with time to make end-of-life decisions in a calm andrational atmosphere.

There is so much to thinkabout! But, let's be honesthere, taking control of theimportant things in life justfeels good. You know it's theright thing to do – for you andyour family.

Pre-planning your final arrange-ments is simply a matter of taking thetime to think about, and to write

down, your desires. It’s a thoughtfulgesture to those you love, and a way tolet go of anxieties about the future.You’ll be more relaxed, knowing your

plans are made and in thehands of reliable friends orfamily.

Please join us for this 45-minute informational seminarfollowed by a question andanswer session. Light refresh-ments will be served.

The seminar is free; how-ever, seating is limited and reservationsare required. To reserve your seat, pleasecontact either service desk.

Tim Hauck

QUESTION: I have considered using my computer at coffee shops

and libraries because they offer free Wi-Fi (wireless internet access), however

I’ve heard this isn’t secure. Should I stick to using my computer at home?

Pre-PlanningTake Time to Make End-of-Life Decisions

Wednesday, June 1910 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL

Tim Hauck, funeral director at Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral & CremationServices and Timothy A. Stephenson,

ChFC, executive director of the LegacyFoundation at Shell Point

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“Sew” Impressive

A myriad of colors, textiles, stitches,and patterns greeted more than 600visitors during the Biennial Resident QuiltShow from April 13 through 15. Both avidand novice quilters, along with spectators,could appreciate the workmanship in eachindividual piece, whether it was as large asa king-sized quilt or as small as a placemat.

Dating back as early as the Egyptian FirstDynasty in 3400 B.C., quilting has beensteeped in history by utilizing fabrics for func-tion or decoration. As time progressed, theuse of machines may have made the processof quilting a bit easier, but has not changedthe elaborate nature or complexity of a quilt.This show was no exception, and with atheme celebrating “Heritage,” spectatorswere allowed to take a sneak peek intothe labor of love that goes intoeach art form.

As guests viewed the beauti-ful resident-made quilts and heir-loom quilts, they were invited tocast their vote for the “Viewer’sChoice” Heritage Challenge. AnnHermann (Turban) took the trophy for theelaborate “Living Tapestry” she createdrepresenting the full life that she has expe-rienced so far. Ann was humbled by the

Shell Point Bi-Annual Quilt Show

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Ann Hermann’s “Living Tapestry” quilt won the Heritage Challenge “Viewer’s Choice”Award” for the elaborate presentation of her life’s experiences. The quilt featuresfabric photos of special people and places from Ann’s life, as well as sewn-on charms.The quilt’s timeline spans 90 years, from 1923 to 2013.

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Baby quilt by Pat Meredith.

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win of her quilt that depicted her beautiful andlong-lasting friendship with Mary Boynton(Macoma), her growing family, and even the risingcost of ice cream cones over time.

Ann explained, “I started this tapestry withthe intention of passing down the story of my lifeto my family. I have enjoyed this processimmensely and am happy to know that others canrelate in some way to some of the experiences Ihave had.” Regarding the ice cream story, shelaughingly added, “I received the shock of my lifewhen I went to pay for two ice cream cones witha five dollar bill, and did not receive any changeback! Some things have changed over time!”

In addition to the quilts featured at the

show, the event also featured music provided byresident musicians, beautiful orchids on display,and quilters’ demonstrations.

Whether the quilts were machinestitched or pieced by hand, the intricacy andbeauty of each item was a sight to behold.Those who participated are appreciated forallowing viewers to admire a little bit oftheir personal history.

Above: The Heritage Challenge quilts werean impressive display during the show. L-R: Ann Hermann, Carolyn Mondora,Marilyn Fielding, Jeanne Lekouses, and JuneIngraham. (Not pictured: Martha Crane.)

Quilt on loan from Delinda Bishop.

Heart quilt by Carol Mann.

Eight members of the Shell Point QuiltersGroup made Mystery Quilts in a wide arrayof colors. All of the quilts were made fromthe same pattern! L-R: Carolyn Mondora,Pat Bayes, Dawn Lienhardt, Ruth Wheaton,June Ingraham, Marie Michelle McCarthy,Willie Chandley, and Helen Van Buskirk.

Audrey Hostetter’s Garden quiltfeatured hand-sewn detailing anddelicate beadwork to represent 30different vegetables and herbs.

Shell Point Market Place Friday, June 7, 14, 21, 288:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Admin Courtyard/ISKick off your weekend each Friday morningwith a trip to the Shell Point Market Place,where you will find laughter, camaraderie,fresh produce, and one-of-a-kind products.

A Holiday Celebration You Doughnut Want To MissFriday, June 79:15 a.m.Social Center/ISDid you know that the first Friday of June isknown as National Doughnut Day? This

year, we want to pay tribute to thisholiday in the

best way pos-sible — bye a t i n gdoughnuts.To celebrate

this fun andwhimsical holi-

day, we will also watch a shortfilm, Dora’s Dunking Doughnuts, starringShirley Temple, and learn about the historyof this delicious holiday.

Saturday DVD: Brave (2012)Saturday, June 82:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLWinner of the Academy Awardfor Best Animated Film, Disney’sBrave tells the story of theScottish Princess Merida who istold by her mother that shemust abandon her interests andmarry. This determined young princessdefies a custom, bringing chaos to her king-dom. Merida is granted one wish and mustrely on her bravery and archery skills to undoa beastly curse.

Cooking Class, Demonstration, and Lunch at Roy’sTuesday, June 119:00 a.m. Island pickup9:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup9:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup2:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $59.00 (covers all costs, tips, etc.)Roy’s in Bonita Springs offers a variety ofunique activities to educate and engage. Youare invited to journey to Roy’s to experi-ence, first-hand, how they put all those mar-velous entrees together. Learn thetechniques used to create the Hawaiian andAsian-fused flavors. Beverages are includedand all participants will receive recipes to

take home andtry for them-selves. Thispromises to be avery speciallunch outing.

To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort servicesmanager, at 454-2152 or email: [email protected]

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Friendly Feud Friday, June 14 at 2:00 p.m.Social Center/ISSurvey says - it is time for a Friendly Feud!If you are a fan of Family Feud, or enjoy game

shows, then come join in the funof this game. You can either signup as a team of four, or as indi-viduals to be placed on a team.

Call Suzanne Zavada at 454-2057 tosign up to play.

Saturday at the Mercato ShopsSaturday, June 159:00 a.m. Island pickup9:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup9:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup3:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $8.00 (lunch on your own)Are you ready for a new shopping experi-ence? The Mercato is a uniqueshopping complex in NorthNaples anchored byWhole Foods and theSilverspot Cinema.Here you willfind 20 upscaleretailers. Someare boutique styleshops (ie: SperryTop-Sider, Bio New York, Signatures, orGrace and Kelly’s Cupcakes) and some arewell known favorites like Coldwater Creekand Charming Charlie. Over 15 restaurantsare at Mercato, so the options for lunch arealmost endless!

Sunday Matinee: 84 Charing Cross Road

(1986)Sunday, June 162:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDLIn this story about love andthe love of books, HeleneHanff (Anne Bancroft), aNew York writer, writes alove letter to a small London

bookshop requesting some rare EnglishClassics. Frank Doel (Anthony Hopkins),the reserved English bookseller, answers herrequest, igniting a touching and humorouscorrespondence that spans two decades anddevelops into an extraordinary friendship.

Do You Know Your Neighbor: MidwesternersTuesday, June 181:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL

Shell Point is made up of many people fromvarious parts of the United States and theworld. If you have ever lived in the midwest,then make sure to be a part of this afternoonof socializing with your neighbors who livedthere as well. There will be light refreshmentsand some friendly games of bean bag toss.

Bucca Di Beppo: Dinner OutingTuesday, June 184:30 p.m. Island pickup4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup8:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $7.00 (dinner on your own)Bucca Di Beppo is becoming well known fortheir fine Italian dining – served family

style. Meals areserved in small(serves 2-3) andlarge (serves 4-6)portions. Whetheryou are in themood for braised

short ribs, veal saltimbocca, or chickenparmesan, you are sure to enjoy a lovely anddelicious meal for about $20 per person.

Samba Interest MeetingThursday, June 209:00 a.m.Sabal Room/WDLLike to play cards? Tired of Hand and Foot?Learn Samba! It’s a version of Hand andFoot on steroids. Take four players, shufflesix decks of cards, work out strategy, remem-ber what was discarded, add dumb luck andwatch the fun unfold! If you have playedthis game before, or are interested in learn-ing, join this interest meeting and prepareto have a good time!

Sosua, Dominican Republic: a Refuge from the HolocaustFriday, June 218:15 a.m. Island pickup8:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup2:15 p.m. approximate returnCost: $20.00 (lunch on your own)Location: NaplesThe Sosua exhibit at the HolocaustMuseum of Southwest Florida highlights aremarkable and little-known story of theHolocaust. The tiny Caribbean country ofthe Dominican Republic was the only oneout of thirty two countries attending theEvian Conference in 1938 to offer to takein Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi persecution.How did the refugees start life over there?Come on this fascinating field trip to learn

more of this story and that of the roleCalypso music played in spreading the newsof war. After the tour and museum browsingtime, the group will have lunch at Season’s52 Fresh Grill, which offers five alternativemenus in addition to it’s regular and ever-changing menu. Prices are moderate, butpraises are high at Season’s 52.

Intro to LifeQuest MeetingFriday, June 2110:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLAll are invited to attend an informationalmeeting about LifeQuest at Shell Point.Dawn Boren, director of resident life, andMary Franklin, resort services and wellnessmanager, will give residents an overview ofLifeQuest at Shell Point and answer ques-tions, including: What is LifeQuest? Whatis wellness at Shell Point? What is the his-tory of LifeQuest? What will MyQuest dofor me? Why should I set MyQuest goals?What if I feel I am already living LifeQuest?

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Trader Joe’s - Fabulous Food and MoreMonday, June 2412:30 p.m. Island court pickup12:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup5:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $8.00 (no meals for this trip)A trip to Trader Joe’s unique grocery store isback by popular demand. The staff at TraderJoe’s dons Hawaiian shirts, creating arelaxed island feel to the environment, buttheir commitment to fair trade, good prices,and healthy eating is something they takemost seriously. Due to the lengthy driveback to Shell Point and lack of refrigerationon the bus, it is not recommended that res-idents purchase frozen or perishable itemson this excursion. Purchases are limited towhat you can carry all at once.

Movie Night: Life with Father (1947)Monday, June 24

6:45 p.m. Manatee Room/ISThis non-musical Broad-way play moved from thestage to the big screen in1947. Starring IreneDunne and WilliamPowell, this joyous com-edy is about a head-

strong husband and his “dizzy” wife, wholets her husband believe that he is really theone running the family!

Library Book TalkTuesday, June 252:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ISBecause the Social Center is undergoingrenovations, this month's Library Book Talkwill be held in the Manatee Room. Thismonth, Albert Myers (Junonia) will talkabout Macoma resident Ted Boynton'sremarkable memoir, Turning Points in aDifferent Life. The author chronicles his

early days in ShakerHeights, Ohio, andcontinues withdetails about his rolein World War II andhis work at LIFEmagazine. The bookfurther describes themany small craft sail-ing adventures Ted and hiswife, Mary, enjoyed overthe years. Mary will sharesome of Ted's best knownphotographs, some ofwhich have been seen atvarious Shell Point photoshows. Following the pres-entation, refreshments willbe served.

A Sweet Night of Summer Music with Noah WaddellTuesday, June 25 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/ WDLBring your sweet tooth and an ear for listen-ing as Shell Point presents a program thatcombines a love for both! We welcome youngpianist Noah Waddell for an evening of delight-ful music followed by delicious desserts!

“Edvard Munch” Featured Artist - Bell Tower 20 Artist Documentary Series Dinner at Blue Pointe Seafood GrillThursday, June 274:45 p.m. Island pickup4:55 p.m. Woodlands pickup5:05 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup10:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $18.00 (Dinner on your own)This is already being hailed as a “once-in-a-lifetime-show.” Global interest is huge.Many know Munch as the man who painted“The Scream,” but his complete works areremarkable and secure his place as one of

the greatest artiststo have ever lived.Don’t miss yourchance to experi-ence a global revo-lution of worldclass art, history,and biographythrough the worksof Munch, inmovie theatres only, on Thursday, June 27.Dine before the show at Blue Pointe Oysterand Seafood Grill. Dining selections typi-cally range from $8.95 to $26.

“Treasures of the Sea”Beach Day with a TwistFriday, June 288:10 a.m. Island pickup8:20 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:30 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup2:15 p.m. approximate returnCost: $16.00 (ice cream on your own)Limited to 18 residentsJoin us for an adventurous beach day at thehistoric Newton Park on Fort Myers Beach.Residents may choose to just relax on thebeach, swim, or join an experienced biolo-gist, Parke Lewis, for a guided beach walkexploring the natural treasures that washashore on Estero Island. At Newton Park

you will find modern facilities includingshaded picnic tables and updated boccecourts. Bring a chair if you like and all ofyour personal supplies. Lunch and bever-ages will be included, and we will also enjoya stop at the new Royal Scoop Ice CreamShoppe on Fort Myers Beach.

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Alcoholics Anonymous MeetingJune 6, 13, 20, 274:30 p.m.Sabal Room/WDLAlcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship ofmen and woman who share their experience,strength, and hope with each other that theymay solve their common problem and helpothers recover from alcoholism. This “open”meeting of AA welcomes those who strugglewith alcohol as well as those who supportthem. For more information, contact theintergroup phone number 275-5111.

Cancer Support Program 1-on-1 mentoringThe goal of this resident-led program is toestablish group mentoring connectionsbetween newly diagnosed cancer patientsand cancer survivors. Contact BarbaraMaruchi at 433–9488.

Caregiver Support Group TherapyTuesdays, June 4 & 18Group 1: 9:15 a.m. or Group 2: 10:30 a.m.2nd Floor Educational Room #2Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/ISThis group is aimed at helping residentsdeal with issues of being a caregiver forsomeone with a memory disorder. The res-ident may be cared for in independent liv-ing, assisted living, or skilled nursing. Dr.Nancy Spencer facilitates the group andcan be reached at 454-2043. Sign up isrequired.

Diabetes Group AppointmentFriday, June 71:00 p.m.Social Center/ISBoth insulin and non-insulin diabetics areencouraged to attend this meeting. Eachmonthly meeting covers a different topicand includes open discussion.

Healing Journey Grief SupportThis is a series of sessions which examine thephysical, emotional, mental, and spiritualeffects of grief. The group is currently on abreak, but anyone who is seeking grief sup-port can call Dotty Morrison (Cellana) at337-4015 or the church office at 454-2147.

Memory Care Support Groups

Tuesdays, June 4 & 18Group 1: 9:15 a.m. or Group 2: 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room #1Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS

Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19, & 263:00 p.m. 3rd Floor Game Room/King’s Crown

These groups are designed to provide edu-cation and support to residents who havesome type of memory disorder. The objec-tive is to identify strategies that can helpbetter manage their memory loss, addresslong-range planning, and offer a sense ofpurpose and heightened self-esteem. KathyFratrick, LCSW, facilitates and can bereached at 454-2073. Individual appoint-ments are also available.

Neuropathy Support GroupWednesday, June 1911:00 a.m.Oak Room/WDLThe Neuropathy support group providessupport and education opportunities forthose dealing with neuropathy. ContactLenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood) at 443-4769for more information.

Parkinson’s Enrichment Support Group Monday, June 310:15 a.m.Village Church Hospitality Room/ISThis group provides support and educationalopportunities to those affected by Parkinson’sdisease as a patient, caregiver, family member,or friend. Each meeting includes a speakercovering topics related to Parkinson’s, groupdiscussion, and opportunities for emotionalsupport. For more information, contact JanineHammond, resident support services man-ager, at 454-2186.

The Vision Enrichment GroupThe group is currently on summer break.The Vision Enrichment Group is a place tonetwork and to share stories and informa-tion. Florence Putman (Eagles Preserve) isthe chairperson. For more information, con-tact Angie Prichard at 454-2134 or SandeeWeber at 225-2929.

Walk With Me Caregiver Support GroupThursday, June 27Coffee and dessert at 1:30 p.m. Meeting at 1:45 p.m.Social Center/ISAttend the Walk With Me Support Groupto share your caregiver experiences withfriends. Each meeting offers the opportunityto embrace spiritual support and renewinner strength. Contact Joyce Seckinger(Lucina) at 466-1354 for more information.

SUPPORTGROUPS


Residents of Shell Point enjoy thecomfort of knowing that they haveaccess to varying levels ofcare made available in theircontinuing care retirementcommunity. Yet, oftentimes,people are not sure whenthey should make the moveto the next level of care –especially when it comes to assisted living.Fortunately, it’s never too early to startlearning more about the benefits of theservices offered at The Arbor and King’sCrown so you can form a plan for yourfuture care needs.

This month, Rita Southern, directorof assisted living and resident support serv-

ices, is offering informationaltours of both The Arbor andKing’s Crown. Learn moreabout assisted living whileenjoying a light breakfast, askany questions you have aboutassisted living at Shell Point,

and then take a closer look by touring thebuilding and its residential apartments.Admission to these events is free, but seat-ing is limited and reservations are required.Call 454-2077 today to register for a closerlook at assisted living.

In celebration of the one-year anniversary of The Springs,residents and staff gathered with their friends and familymembers for a night of mingling, music, and dancing. Inits first year, The Springs has grown from three residents toabout 60! And as the numbers have grown, so have therelationships – the residents and staff have truly become afamily. The meaningful connections have been formed bysupporting each other, encouraging one another, prayingtogether, and, most importantly, having fun together whilemaking lasting memories!

Celebrating 1 Year at The Springs!

Above: Jean Stump and Anna SontaBelow: Martha Hutchinson and Marie Heneveld

Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, family of Dorothy Puschaver

Space is limited, call to reserve your seat.

Choose Your Breakfast Tour

The ArborThursday, June 27 • 9 a.m.

For reservations call: 454-2077

King’s CrownTuesday, June 18 • 10 a.m.

For reservations call: 454-2077

Breakfast ToursExploring the Details and Timing of

Moving to Assisted Living

Breakfast Tours


Celebrating FathersPampering Just for MenB Y R O B Y N C H U R C H , S A L O N M A N A G E R

• More than half of the men whoreside at Shell Point have chosenone of the Shell Point Salons forbarber services. Our team includes10 professionals who are proficientat barbering techniques. • Each Monday from 8 a.m.t to 11a.m. is known is “chemical-freeMonday.” The Island Salon (only)will be free of odors from permanentwaves, hair color, and hair spray

during this time.• 95% of Shell Point men who trya classic pedicure will scheduleanother one.• 98% of Shell Point men who trya therapeutic massage will scheduleanother one.• From haircuts and pedicures tomassages and men’s facials, TheSalon offers a wide array of servicesfor men to enjoy.

Robert was an electrical supervisorfor 20 years when he felt led in a dif-ferent direction. After much prayer, Robertand his wife, Marisol, made peace with thedecision for him to pursue a career as a massagetherapist. The last five years have beenrewarding as Robert has found his niche work-ing in a career that enables him to help others.

Robert has a very refined, profes-sional massage style. Hot towels andhot massage stones are incorporatedinto his technique. The heat helps toreach deep into the muscle to penetrateknots and relieve tightness. Robert isavailable at The Island Salon onMondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays.

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This Father’s Day, take a moment to show a special man in your life how muchyou care by treating him to a relaxing trip

to the Shell Point Salon & Spa.

Fun Facts for Fathers:Francine Danno and Bob Serra

Linda Yau welcomeswalk-ins.

Larry Crouch and Jim Hines

Marianne Dabinett and Don Modrall

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MEET LICENSEDMASSAGE THERAPIST Robert Bessette


More than 400 Shell Point resident volun-teers sparkled at the Volunteer Recognitionevent created to honor their service to the community on April 2. TheWoodlands Commons was transformed into a brilliant display of dia-monds, orchids, and lighted blue accents complete with a menuboasting delicacies such as salmon lox, shrimp cocktail,gourmet cheeses, chocolate dipped strawberries, andmuch more. President Peter Dys, along with directorsand managers, greeted and expressed gratitude to thevolunteers who make this community shine with value. Withmore than 100,000 recorded volunteer hours for 2012, it is with trueclarity that we realize our volunteers are a cut above the rest.

National Volunteer Week

From April 21 through 27, National Volunteer Week (establishedin 1974), focused national attention on the impact and power ofvolunteerism and service as an integral aspect of our civic leadership.

To all of our Shell Point volunteers, thank you for all of the time,dedication, and commitment that you continu-

ally offer to make our community a betterplace to live and work!

A Dazzling Celebration of Shell Point’s

Radiant VolunteersA Dazzling Celebration of Shell Point’s

Radiant Volunteers

Mildred Dotter, Melody Desilets,and Mae Cornish

Bob and Delores Serra, withMary Moore

Joan Morgan, Joy Darnell, and Timothy Stephenson

Betty and Walt McCollum, with Helen McDonald

Lynda Williams, Sylvia Raia,and Mary Wilcox

B Y M E L O D Y

D E S I L E T S , V O L U N T E E R

C O O R D I N A T O R

Thank you!Thank you!


Vanderbilt Strings Trio provided classical music as a backdrop to

the appetizer display.

Bill and Nancy Barsuhn

Jean and Jim Hannan with Barbara and Han Snyder enjoying appetizers on The Woodlands patio.

Representatives from Resort Servicesand several other departments playedhost to the resident guests.

Bud andJulie Smith

Donald and Joyce Brown

Marjorie Shepson and Ruth Riccitelli


CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY BY ENJOYING AWONDERFUL BRUNCH AT THE CRYSTALRoom on Sunday, June 16.Begin with the extensivesalad bar before movingonto the assorted brunchitems, such as eggs Benedictand breakfast pastries.The menu will includeprime rib and roast porkat the carving station,fried shrimp, and steakDiane. Hot vegetablesfeature green beans and avegetable medley. Youmay also choose to selectbaked salmon or thecatch of the day, whichis delicious as-is or try itserved with Béarnaisesauce. The large dessertbuffet will feature achocolate overload sta-tion. The Crystal Room will be open from 10:30 a.m.until 2:00 p.m. on Father’s Day, and the price will be$17.50 per person. Please note: The Palm Grill willbe CLOSED on Father’s Day.

Save the Date

July is just around the corner, mean-ing it is time to mark your calendar for this

year’s Fourth of July festivities. This USO-themed cel-ebration welcomes the sounds of Charly Raymond andthe Apple Blossoms as they transport you back to thetime of the big bands, performing as trumpet playerHarry James and the Andrews Sisters!

The celebration begins at 2:00 p.m. in the ChurchAuditorium, where you will receive a complimentarypiece of apple cobbler and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. By 2:30 p.m., our per-formers will take the stage to provide you with a patriotic show filled withmemorable music that you will not want to miss!

A USO-Style Celebration with Charly Raymond and

the Apple Blossoms!

This is a free event for Shell Point residents, but complimentary tickets are re-quired and can be picked up starting Monday, June 3, at either service desk.Guest tickets are available for $5 each.

TICKETS

My father used to play with my brother and me in the yard. Mother would come out and say,

“ You’re tearing up the grass.” “We’re not raisinggrass,” Dad would reply, “We’re raising boys!”

~Harmon Killebrew, Baseball Hall of Fame

Celebrate Father’s Dayat the Crystal Roomon Sunday, June16


Blossom Into a New Volunteer Role Today!

Here at Shell Point, countlessopportunities abound to leadan active and productive lifestyle.Volunteering, or willingly undertak-ing a service, provides the volunteerwith a sense of achievement andmotivation. This summer, considergetting involved in a new volunteeropportunity. Whether you have vol-unteered in the past or are new to theexperience, you are sure to find joy ingiving your time to help enhance thecommunity in which you live.

� BUTTERFLY GARDENThe natural butterfly garden,

located near the Island Park, ismanned entirely by volunteers.Boasting many species of butterflies, thisgarden was designed for the pleasure ofobserving them in their natural state, withbeauty and freedom. The effort involvedwith this group contains physical elementsalong with a conscious planning process.You, too, could choose to “blossom” in thisactive volunteer group.

� KNITTERS ANONYMOUSThis group operates with the heartfelt

mission to provide knitted items for peoplewho need it the most. From baby blankets toadult sweaters, this group spends countlesshours knitting or crocheting for missions suchas World Relief, Amnion Crisis PregnancyCenter, and the Native American Missionary

Services. Whether a novice or an expert, thissocial group with a spiritual mission could beexactly what you are looking for!

� COMMUNITY THRIFT STOREThe name of the store says it all! The

thrift store operates with the purpose of givingback to the senior community in Lee County.The social aspect of this store allows volun-teers to connect with fellow residents andemployees, and the community at large.Repeat customers confirm the store’s greatprices, friendly and efficient volunteers, andsecondhand treasures! The positions offeredat the Community Thrift Store include sales,cashiering, pricing and sorting, repair andmaintenance, and more. Training is provided.

� SHELL POINT GIFT SHOPIf you prefer to get involved right

here on campus, the Shell Point GiftShop may have the perfect positionfor you. Items sold in the Gift Shophave been created or enhancedentirely by talented Shell Point resi-dents. From selecting and processingnew items from suppliers to cashingout purchased items, opportunitiesare available that have a low physicalimpact but high social reward.

� GREETER AT THE ARBORMEDICAL CENTER

Maintaining one’s wellness is animportant part of life, and this vol-unteer position is a great way to

encourage patients coming to see specialistsand medical doctors at The Arbor. This vol-unteer position greets patients and ensuresthat they are checked in with their appro-priate doctor. Volunteers may also provideadditional support to The Arbor medicalstaff by answering phones or directing calls.

Please consider allowing yourself to“bloom” this summer and challenge yourselfin a way you may not have consideredbefore. Your kindness and generosity of timewill not go unnoticed. If you have an inter-est in any of the areas listed above, or wouldlike to talk about volunteering in perhaps adifferent capacity, please contact MelodyDesilets at 454-2290 or email at [email protected].

The Pavilion Auxiliaryhas a made a com-mitment to our friendsand neighbors who makethe Larsen Pavilion theirhome. The commitment is

to provide 19 committees of personal,friendly, helpful service for 52 weeks a year!Though the Auxiliary is made up of 250 res-idents who serve on a regular basis, thenumbers of available Auxiliary volunteers

drops in the summer as people travel tospend time with their friends and families.

Do you have some extra time this sum-mer? If so, please consider joining thewomen and men who wear the blue jackets.There are opportunities on most commit-tees, and every committee provides oppor-tunities to interact with our fascinating andfriendly residents of the Pavilion. The nextrequired orientation will take place onFriday, June 28.To learn more about oppor-tunities to make a difference this summer,call Teri Kollath at 454-2254.

Summertime, and the Pavilion Auxiliary Keeps ServingB Y T E R I K O L L A T H , A C A D E M Y A N D A U X I L I A R Y M A N A G E R

B Y M E L O D Y D E S I L E T S , V O L U N T E E R C O O R D I N A T O R

Resident volunteers from the Shell PointOrchid House provided a beautiful display

of orchids for the annual Quilt Show.

With the unpredictable nature of hur-ricanes, Floridians need to be pre-pared! Fortunately, if a hurricane threatensthe community, Shell Point residents havethe benefit of on-site safety in the hurricaneshelter, located on The Island. And whilethe hope is that the shelter will not beneeded, it is still vital to be prepared.

Resident ResponsibilitiesWhile the staff of Shell Point is com-

mitted to maintaining its duties of caringfor, serving, and satisfying the needs of eachand every resident in the event of an evac-uation, each resident must also take part inensuring their safety by preparing well inadvance.

Comfortable Seating Each resident should have a folding

chair or a cot to use in the hurricane shelter.As long as the chair is no more than 27inches wide, and is lightweight andportable, you can choose any chair that feelscomfortable to you. In the event of an evac-uation, chairs and cots will likely be broughtto the shelter in advance. Proper identifica-tion attached to the chair will help the crewwith set-up and also help you locate the

chair quickly when you reach the shelter.

Hurricane Shelter KitThe Shell Point hurricane plan indi-

cates that resident hurricane kits are to betransported to the shelter in advance of anactual evacuation, if time and circum-stances allow. Therefore, the kits must notinclude any perishable food, beverages,medications, or valuables. Kits should beassembled in a small, zippered tote baglabeled with your contact information.With the knowledge that water will not beavailable for bathing, consider packing theitems listed at right.

Personal Medical NeedsPlan to bring medications and oxygen

supplies with you during evacuation.Portable oxygen tanks should be utilizedduring transportation to and from the shel-ter, and for time spent settling in to theshelter. Following set-up, emergency gen-erators will be able to accommodate oxy-gen concentrators. The generator shouldalso be able to accommodate residents whouse CPAP machines. Emergency suppliesof oxygen will be available in the event ofa power or equipment failure.

Stock UpIt is important to stock up your home

prior to hurricane season. Be sure to havedrinking water, non-perishable food, anda two-week supply of prescription med-ications. Considering the possibility ofextended power outages, it is also recom-mended to have a battery-powered radio,a flashlight (not candles), and spare bat-teries. Residents requiring oxygen areencouraged to maintain a minimumthree-day supply of oxygen in their apart-ments throughout the hurricane season tohelp compensate for any weather relatedshortages that may occur.

Plan for SuccessRemember, proper planning is essential

for a safe and successful evacuation. As ageneral rule, all items intended for use inthe shelter must be labeled with your nameand court. Proper identification of all itemswill allow for an expedient and organized

Hurricane Awareness and PreparationVital Information for Weather-Related Emergencies

B Y B O B S O U T H E R N , A S S I S T A N T T O T H E P R E S I D E N T F O R P R O J E C T D E V E L O P M E N T

The Shell Pointhurricane shelterprovides residentswith safe shelterfrom the high windsand driving rainsassociated withhurricanes.

Suggested Items for your hurricane kit:

� Sanitary wipes

� Disposable toothbrush / tooth wipes

� Hand towel or wash cloth

� Three-day supply of dietary needs

� Full one-liter water bottle

� Change of clothes

� Flashlight and batteries

� Small pillow

� Entertainment materials


set-up of the shelter. It will also ensure thatall items are returned to their proper own-ers. After the storm passes, and once every-one is cleared to leave the shelter, youshould take all medications, oxygen sup-plies, keys, flashlights, and your purse orwallet with you when you leave the shelter.

Please contact your court representativewith any questions.

For Your PetDo you have an evacuation plan for

your four-legged friend? Shell Point petowners have several options when it comesto caring for their pet during an evacuation.The first option is to arrange for off-sitekenneling with a reputable kennel that isequipped to offer boarding services through-out the duration of a hurricane. The secondoption is to consider whether you have localfriends or family members that may be will-ing to care for your pet. This would entaildeveloping a plan to transport your pet wellin advance of declining weather conditions.

As a last resort you could shelter yourpet in the Shell Point designated pet shelter.Please be aware this space is not air condi-tioned, it will be loud and quite warm andpets will be stacked in their crates to keepthem safe. The pet area is separate from thespace that is designated for residents andwould be made available only to those petsthat are registered as Shell Point pets. Petowners will not be able to spend time withtheir pets during an evacuation. While someassistance may be available, you may berequired to transport your pet to the shelter,so please plan accordingly. Detailed instruc-tions will be provided in advance of a poten-tial evacuation.

All pets in the Shell Point shelter mustbe housed in a sturdy pet carrier sufficientlysized to allow the pet enough room to standand turn around comfortably. The carriermust be labeled with your contact informa-

tion and should have a photograph of thepet attached to the outside, including detailsof any particular characteristics of the pet,such as temperament, required medications,dietary needs, etc. Your pet should also bewearing a name tag and, if possible, have anidentification chip installed under its skin.

Personal AutomobilesDuring evacuation, all residents are

asked to leave their vehicles in their desig-nated parking spaces. Transportation will beprovided to and from the shelter. It is, how-ever, a good practice to fill your gas tank inthe days leading up to a possible evacuation.

Helping Hands“This is the time of year when residents

start calling me to ask if we need volunteersduring hurricane season,” explained TeriKollath, Academy and auxiliary manager.“The answer is simple – ask your court rephow you can lend a helping hand.”

Help before the storm includes dutieslike assisting people in your court preparetheir hurricane supplies. Help during thestorm involves providing assistance in theshelter, sharing reading materials and games,and offering general assistance as needed.Some volunteers may also be needed to helpclear the shelter after a storm. If you wouldlike to lend a hand, please contact yourcourt rep as soon as possible to let themknow your availability.

Be sure to attend the pet owner hurri-cane seminar so both you and your furryloved one remain safe in the event of severeweather. Rita Southern, director of assistedliving and resident support services willanswer questions related to the process ofevacuating pets to the shelter, where pets willbe housed, items needed for the pet shelter,the pros and cons of leaving a pet at home,and more. Dianne Morton, transportationand resource services manager, will also be onhand to answer transportation questions.

Your hurricane kitshould contain 2-3 days ofessential itemsstored in a small

tote baglabeled with yourcontact

information.

Required Items for the Pet Shelter:

� Plastic or unbreakable food dish

� Pet water bowl or awater “licker” dispenser

� Pet food labeled with your name and your pet’s name

� Leash and collar for walking dogs when weather and time allow

� Litter for catsproperly filled and sized for the carrier

� Up-to-daterabies inoculationcertificate forreview by sheltermanagement

� Necessary petmedications

For information on pet sheltering, please contact Pat

Cunningham of ResidentSupport Services at 454-2299.

A Sample Shell Point Hurricane Kit

IMPORTANT PET OWNER HURRICANE SEMINAR

Tuesday, June 11 • 10:15 a.m.Social Center/IS


Advisory Boards were created so thatvarious aspects of resident life couldbe shared with residents who take a specialinterest in those areas. By bringing residentswith these special interests together with staffwho handle these areas, the Resident Lifeteam is able to take a closer look at resourceallocation, implementation, and evaluationof programs.

Approximately 75 Shell Point Residentscurrently serve on advisory boards for areasof focus including: The Academy of LifelongLearning, The Fine and Performing ArtsSeries, The Health Connection, LifeQuest,The Shell Point Marina, and Resort ServicesPrograms.

These resident groups discuss informa-tion at the advisory board meetings that

apply to their special interests. This is a won-derful opportunity for the staff who havemanagement responsibilities in these areas todraw upon the experience and expertise ofour accomplished residents.

All residents who are interested in sup-porting the Resident Life team by serving onan advisory board are encouraged to contactTeri Kollath at 454-2254.

ADVISORY BOARDS Residents & Staff Join Forces to Enhance Programs at Shell Point

On The AirSPOT Performs Classic Radio Programs

As the audience of nearly400 residents entered theChurch Auditorium, they wereeager to find their seat; they

knew that SPOT (Shell Point’s OwnTheater) always puts on a great show. Whenprogram coordinator Suzanne Zavada tookthe stage to announce the show, she sug-gested that SPOT could also stand for“Successfully Providing an OutstandingTime!” And sure enough, the cast of 23 resi-dents lived up to this new meaning as theyentertained the audience with their witty andhumorous performances!

For its spring show, SPOT performedOn The Air, a series of old-time favoriteradio broadcasts from the 40s and 50s. Thecast delivered five different broadcast clips,

starting with The Egg and I and conclud-ing with The Jack Benny Show. The sec-ond broadcast clip, The Bickersons, lefteveryone grateful that John Ameche’s(Dick Uhleman of Nautilus) awful snor-ing problem was not their problem! Theother memorable performances from theevening included Baby Snooks and Daddyand Fibber McGee and Molly. The on-stage sounds by Phil Hilton (Lakewood)and the music by Glenna Irwin (Turban)provided the perfect complement to thewonderful acts!

From start to finish, it was an enjoy-able evening! SPOT director Ruth Deuber(Periwinkle) appropriately declared that,“Laughter makes you younger.” If this is thecase, then everyone in the audience left

that evening featuring younger than whenthey entered, as each of the acts was deliv-ered with great talent that produced laugh-ter throughout the whole auditorium!

Marian and Jim Davey (Parkwood) read a funnyskit from the popular Fibber McGee and Mollyradio show from the early 1940s.

When we thinks of a saltwater poolwe may have visions of an invigor-

ating ocean swim, but saline pools actually havelittle in common with this briny environment.The salt levels in these pools are far below the saltconcentration in ocean waters. Instead, salt actsas a continuous source of convertible chlorine.

Saltwater Science

Saltwater pool disinfection systems rely onchlorine to kill germs and neutralize contami-nants in the water, like traditional chlorine-based systems. A unit containing two slightlycharged titanium plates allows the salt to passthrou gh them. Through electrolysis, the saltbreaks down and reforms the water to form thehypochlorous acid responsible for disinfection intraditional chlorine based systems. Because thesalt is dissolved in the pool water, there is a con-tinuous and steady supply of chlorine flowinginto the pool.

Saltwater pools avoid the buildup ofchloramines because the chlorine lev-

els replenish themselves constantly, thus minimiz-ing the side effects of red itchy eyes, skin and lungirritations, and chlorine odors experienced whentraditionally chlorinated pools are mismanaged.

Resident Interest

“It was my hope that one day we would havea saline pool here at Shell Point,” shared JuneHanson (Oakmont). “My doctor says that I shouldswim in the saltwater whenever possible. It is won-derful to have the pool coming here.”

Some swimmers who suffer side effects fromtraditional chlorination systems adamantly toutthe benefits of saltwater pools. “I do not swim inchlorinated pools generally because I break outin a rash if the chlorine level is too strong. Thesaline pool is a healthier choice for me.”explained Mary Ann Maguire (Turban).

After taking a trip to the Naples YMCA toexperience the saline pool, Lowell Schultz(Sundial) said, “The saline seems to be more

neutral PH as far as the body is concerned.The water was not irritating to the eyes atall. Your skin felt nice getting out of thepool.”

Bobbi Brown of Nautilus added, “Iagree. And my skin felt silky. It didn’t have

the residue or smell that is often left behindfrom chlorine, which can also leave my skinfeeling dry and itchy.”

Support the Salt

To learn more about how you can helpsupport the Aquatic Center and the futuresaline system, please call TimothyStephenson, executive director of theLegacy Foundation, at 489-8485.


B Y D A W N B O R E N , D I R E C T O R O F R E S I D E N T L I F E

New Aquatic Center toHave Saline Pool System

New Aquatic Center toHave Saline Pool System

In theSwim

InformationalUpdate Meeting

About NewAquatic Center

June 3 • 2:45 p.m.

You are invited to hear the

latest news about the future

of the Shell Point Aquatic

Center project. President

Peter Dys will share infor-

mation about the final cost,

permitting process, and pro-

posed timeframe. He will

also discuss how close we

are to achieving the goal of

making this signature well-

ness amenity a reality. The

Aquatic Center presentation

will be held at 2:45 p.m. on

Monday, June 3, in The

Church Auditorium.

A need to update the two existingpools on The Island, near the GuestHouse and at the Health Club, hasled to plans for a new Shell PointAquatic Center (above).


THE POWER OF PRAYERCommunity Gathered in Recognitionof National Day of PrayerOn Thursday, May 2, The VillageChurch supported the National Dayof Prayer with a community prayer serviceled by Senior Pastor Andy Hawkins.Throughout the program, several peoplefrom the community offered prayers for sevencenters of influence: government, military,family, media, church, business, and educa-tion. Following welcoming remarks fromPastor Hawkins, Fred Henry (Coquina)opened the service by playing the StarSpangled Banner on his trumpet.

Between the prayers, Resident CouncilChairman Jerry Ingalls (Eagles Preserve) reada scripture lesson from Psalm 33:12-22, andThe Village Church choir led the congrega-tion in song.

Following the meaningfulprogram, Pastor Andy shared,“May the Lord bless us as a nationand keep us. May the Lord makehis face to shine upon us and begracious to us. May the Lord lift

up his countenance upon us and give uspeace. Go in the strength that God alonecan provide.”

Government

President Peter Dys: “…Recognizing theincredible accountability thatleaders have to You, the masterof all things, we ask, Lord, thattheir hearts might be submissiveto Your guidance and direc-tion… May we also rememberthat rather than blame those in

leadership, may we take an earnest respon-sibility, based on the principles that Youhave given us through Scriptures, to electthose individuals and support those elementsthat are in keeping with Your Word…”

Military

Employee Chaplain, Don Steenhoek: “…Lord, it is our prayer that the sacrificesthat have been made will be worthwhile inthe restoration of freedom, the restoration

of human dignity for male and female,and the resistanceagainst evil… And wepray, Father, that wemight resolve ourselvesto be firm to meet ourobligations to thosewho have served, to those who havereturned physically or mentallywounded, and to those who have lostlimbs, lost vision, and lost mobility.”

Media

AVP of Marketing and CommunicationsLynn Schneider: “…Weask that you would raise upgodly men and women whowill work in the media toseek after justice and tellthe truth. We ask that they

may have wisdom, integrity, insight, andjudgment in their work. May they be a voicefor the powerless, a challenge to the power-ful; and bringers of clarity to an uncertainand confused world…"

Church

Peter Nanfelt (EaglesPreserve) “…We thankYou for the churches in ourcommunity, the localexpressions of Your bodyright here in Fort Myers.We pray that each of these congregationswill be made up of people who reflect Yourcompassion and love, Your holiness andrighteousness, your grace and mercy. Maythe pastors and lay leaders of these churcheshave a genuine heart for You and a desire tohonor You, in spite of the sacrifices that maybe involved…”

Family

Jim Davey (Parkwood)“…Heal the brokenness.Quiet the pain. Restore

shattered relationships. And turn us again toYour Word and remind us that we do notever break the commandments, but webreak ourselves when we disregard them. Ipray, Father, that in our homes and in ourfamilies might shine forth the fruit of thespirit; that in our families we might modelpeace, love, joy, patience, kindness,goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and selfcontrol…”

Business

Dick Armstrong (Oakmont): “…May thechallenges of the marketplacebe a tool in Your hands forbuilding men and women offaith and strengthening yourchurch. Lord, deliver us fromfear and give us vision for whatYou want to accomplish, if onlywe will trust You more completely ineverything…”

Education

Academy and Auxiliary Manager TeriKollath: “…We pray for all teachers andall others who support them intheir important work. We praythat they will know you so thatYour spirit is their guidinglight… We pray that You willcontinue to give young peoplethe courage to enter theprofession and the passion for their subjectsand the love for their students that willcontinue to change lives for the better...”


Christ’s Ambassadors Youth Choir Performing at The Village Church June 9

A youth choir, Christ’s Ambassadors,from New Hope Presbyterian Churchin Fort Lauderdale will be in concert onSunday, June 9, at 6:15 p.m. at The VillageChurch. The choir was recently featured inan article in the National Journal ofAmerican Choral Directors Association.Christ’s Ambassadors, directed by Dr. Johnand Lisa Wilson, is comprised of 25extremely talented teenagers who are anx-ious and excited to sing and share their loveof Christ. Last year, the choir presented con-certs in England and Portugal. They havealso received the honor of being chosen forthe past two years to sing at the famousChristmas Candlelight Service at WaltDisney World in Orlando.

During the Sunday morning worshipservice at The Village Church, Christ'sAmbassadors will share their ministry in songand will also combine their hearts and voiceswith The Village Church Choir as they sing

God’s praises together. Dr. John(organist) and Lisa (pianist) willalso add their musical ministry tothe expressions of praise.

Their program will showcasea variety of sacred music fromcontemporary Christian to clas-sical to spirituals – something tobring joy and blessing to every-one. Some of the songs includedthis year will be: In Christ Alone,How Deep the Father’s Love for

Us, Let All the People Praise Thee, LordMost High, Worthy Is the Lamb, Every TimeI Feel the Spirit, Hallelujah Chorus, andBattle Hymn of the Republic. The programwill also feature a dramatic Christianmusical, entitled Bright New Wings, com-plete with costumes and staging. In addi-tion, there will be a handbell choirperforming with the difficult four-in-handtechnique.

All are welcome and invited to attendthis free concert.

Whether you are new to the Christian& Missionary Alliance or have beena part of the denomination for decades, thismonth’s Global Outreach meeting will bringyou the most up-to-date news from Council.Every two years, the General Council, agathering of Alliance leadership, ministers,international workers, and representativesfrom across the United States, meet to hear

what God is doingaround the worldand to make plans for the future. This year’sCouncil theme is “Be Light” and will takeplace in Tampa from June 11 through 16.

Jerry Nanfelt’s (Eagles Preserve) reportpromises to be full of the inspirational sto-ries and ongoing challenges, as well as newsabout the newly-elected Alliance president.

Jerry's enthusiasm is always contagious andyou won’t want to miss her talk.

Global Outreach will meet in theHospitality Room of The Village Church at10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19. All arewelcome and invited to come early forrefreshments.

Last year, Christ’s Ambassadors Youth Choir, directed by Dr. John and Lisa Wilson, presentedconcerts in England and Portugal.

GLOBAL OUTREACH: BE LIGHT

REPORT FROM COUNCILB Y D O T T Y M O R R I S O N ( C E L L A N A )

The June 9 program will include a dramatic Christian musical, “Bright New Wings,” completewith costumes and staging.

Find Fresh Produce & Other Great Finds at

Shell PointMarket PlaceThe Shell Point Market Place takes your favorite products and con-veniently brings them into your community! Each week, vendorsfrom the Fort Myers area bring their products to the Administration Courtyardon The Island for the ease, convenience, and benefits of Shell Point residents.You can count on vendors like C&J Produce, Akamai Accents, and, ournewest addition, Miss Sabrina’s, to join us on a weekly basis. Other vendorsvisit us throughout the month, bringing you more specialized products fromOrigami Owls, Miche Bags, Paradise Soaps, P&J Nuts, and The Bees Choice.

Weekly VendorsC&J Produce Get the freshest

fruits and vegetables from Colleenand Jim each week at great prices.

Miss Sabrina’s Look for thisbrand new vendor and try her home-made baked goods and breads.

Akamai Accents From orchidsto air plants to bromeliads, AkamaiAccents brings it all to add a brightand beautiful plant to liven up yourhome or lanai.

Throughout the monthP&J’s Nuts R Us Fill up on all

the delicious and nutritious nuts, edi-ble seeds, and dried fruit you need forsnacking or adding to recipes.

Origami Owl If you are lookingfor a creative and unique gift, con-sider a living locket from Origami

Owl, which allows you to design acustom necklace for the special per-son in your life.

Paradise Soaps This local ven-dor offers a variety of natural hand-made soaps, lotions, lip balms, andbath salts to keep you moisturizedand smelling great!

The Bee’s Choice Sweeten upyour life by adding some local honey.Available in a variety of sizes and fla-vors.

Push Penny’s Imaginarium Ifone-of-a-kind jewelry is your forte,check out the handmade bracelets,earrings, and necklaces from this cre-ative vendor.

Miche Bags Stay in style withthe fashionable and convenientinterchangeable designs of this ver-satile handbag.

The Bee’s Choice

P&J’s Nuts R Us

Miss Sabrina’s

Akamai Accents

C&J’s Produce

Push Penny’s Imaginarium

Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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