Happy Hour at Springfield Masonic Community! April 15th was the beginning of a weekly tradition – Happy Hour at Springfield Masonic Community (SMC). Community members enjoyed the first ever Happy Hour! A variety of beverages were available from wine and beer to mixed drinks. For those that didn’t want an alcoholic beverage, soft drinks were … Continued
Community Garden in Pathways Memory Care! Have you ever been to Wardell’s Green House? You can find all kinds of veggies and herbs to start your garden. So, the community members in have started a community garden in Pathways Memory Care at Browning Masonic Community. Gardening is shown to spark senses and can even help … Continued
National Peach Cobbler Day at Browning Masonic Community! Did you know there is actually a holiday to celebrate Peach Cobbler? April 13th is National Peach Cobbler Day at Browning Masonic Community. The community members enjoyed a delicious peach cobbler dessert. National Peach Cobbler Day on April 13th each year recognizes a delicious dessert that originated … Continued
A Day in the Life at Browning Masonic Community: Card Making! What is your favorite type of greeting card? Do you like to get cards or make someone’s day by sending them a card. Join us forA Day in the Life at Browning Masonic Community: Card Making! Community members spent some time making greeting cards. … Continued
Good Friday Fish Fry at Browning Masonic Community! Around the world, Good Friday is a day when many people eat fish as a part of the Holy Week celebration. We are no exception – join us for the Good Friday Fish Fry at Browning Masonic Community. Community members enjoyed a freshly fried fish dinner. Villa … Continued
Don’t Miss Your Cue: Pool at Springfield Masonic Community We’re doing something cool – we’re playing pool at Springfield Masonic Community! Community members are learning from Bruce Gardner. Bruce and his wife Betty Jane moved to SMC from Maryland about 9 months ago. Bruce started playing pool at the age of 13 in his uncle’s … Continued
Lunch with Western Reserve Masonic Community! Where are we going for lunch is a regular question us. So, we’re having lunch with Western Reserve Masonic Community! Twenty eight community members enjoyed a lunch outing to the Center Café at Medina Career Center. The Center Café offers a sit down lunch Wednesday through Friday from 10:30am … Continued
Meet the President of Springfield Masonic Community Would you like the opportunity to meet the president of Springfield Masonic Community? At Springfield Masonic Community, you have the opportunity the second Friday of each month at 1:00 PM. Tony Berardi, SMC President, meets with anyone that chooses to attend the Coffee Connection. Coffee Connection is divided … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community Fish Fry Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) members weren’t concerned that it was a cold, gloomy Friday night. It was the annual Springfield Masonic Community Fish Fry and well over 150 people were in attendance. Community members invited family members and quite a few SMC employees celebrated the evening. Everyone enjoyed the delicious … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community Service Awards! Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) celebrated 330 years of service between 25 dedicated employees during our Springfield Masonic Community Service Awards. Their years of experience ranged from 5 to 30 years and included careers such as nursing, dietary, housekeeping, life enrichment, and grounds just to name a few. The celebration began … Continued
Veteran’s Roll Call Returns to Springfield Masonic Community! Veteran’s Roll Call returns to Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) in person. As it was before the pandemic, some things never change. The roll call always begins with the Pledge of Allegiance. That may sound easy, but to some of the veterans in the room standing can be a … Continued
Let’s Go to the Opera with Springfield Masonic Community! Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) members enjoyed a performance by performers from the Dayton Opera. Three of their company traveled to the campus to perform for the community members. Approximately 35 people enjoyed a 40 minute program. The performers included tenor, Henry Benson from Wisconsin and soprano … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community Partnered with United Senior Services Sometimes life just doesn’t go the way you plan. For 23 people living in Hugh Taylor Apartments in Springfield that was the case on February 10th. A fire broke out in an apartment building and residents lost everything except for the clothes on their backs. Springfield Masonic … Continued
Donating Blood: Springfield Masonic Community Employee Helps Out Luke Holtsberry thinks about donating blood at every possible opportunity when Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) holds their regular blood drives. He has been a regular blood donor for four years. He is a Power Red donor. Luke has a process that he follows when donating blood. He … Continued
Pasta Bar at Springfield Masonic Community Most people really enjoy a good pasta dinner, especially when you don’t have to do the cooking or clean up afterwards. That’s what the Independent Living community members at Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) got to enjoy this week. Our residents enjoyed a build your own pasta bar at Springfield … Continued
Meet Stacey, Director of Life Enrichment at Springfield Masonic Community! At Springfield Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! Meet Stacey, Director of Life Enrichment at Springfield Masonic Community. We recently sat down with Stacey and she shared her story and success she’s had working in senior living. How long have you worked at Springfield … Continued
Girl Scouts Visited Western Reserve Masonic Community Scouting is an important part of the lives of many young people. Recently, girl scouts visited Western Reserve Masonic Community. Daisy Troop #91455 made Valentine’s Day special for members in our Healthcare Center. If you ask the girls what they learn by being a part of scouting you … Continued
Lunch and Learn at Springfield Masonic Community Your heart health is absolutely essential to your overall health. Embracing a lifestyle can prevent heart disease and greatly reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. More than 60 people learned about heart health while enjoying a great lunch during the Lunch and Learn at Springfield Masonic … Continued
Valentine’s Day at Springfield Masonic Community Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14th. Across the United States and around the world, we exchange candy and gifts between loved ones for Valentine’s Day. We celebrated Valentine’s Day at Springfield Masonic Community with our Valentine’s Day dinner and entertainment. Our dinner is a celebration of love, care, and … Continued
Meet Allie, Director of Health Services at Browning Masonic Community At Browning Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! Meet Allie, Director of Health Services at Browning Masonic Community. We recently sat down with Allie so she could share her story and the success she’s had in senior living. How long have you worked at … Continued
The Power of Positive Thinking Dr. Gina Boerger, PT was the guest speaker at the Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) monthly Lunch and Learn Series. Nearly 40 guests, enjoyed a good lunch of fried chicken, macaroni and cheese and a dessert of delicious cookies. When everyone was well fed, the guests about the power of positive … Continued
Since we’re renovating, Browning Masonic Community (BMC) members are feeling hungry! Chef Mitch presented new recipes and the community members loved being his taste testers. Since BMC is under construction for our Sprig Bistro renovation, chef has been working hard for new menu creations. Chef Mitch is working hard to create a new and exciting … Continued
At Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC), our employees are super stars! Meet Michelle, Life Experience Director at Western Reserve Masonic Community. We recently sat down with Michelle so she could share her story and the success she has had working in senior living. How long have you worked at Western Reserve Masonic Community? I have … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community Goes Caroling Springfield Masonic Community goes caroling! The week before Christmas brings out the holiday spirit in everyone. Even people who don’t normally sing in public tuned up their voices and joined in the fun. The Life Enrichment Team could be found just about anywhere you looked singing Christmas carols. As the carolers sang … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community’s Gift Exchange Springfield Masonic Community‘s gift exchange for independent living community members just happened. Just over 40 people participated and everyone had a great time and left with some really nice gifts. You received a number as you arrived and placed your gift on a table in the center of the room. … Continued
Have you ever heard of K-4 Connect? K4 Connect at Springfield Masonic Community is how our residents connect! K4 Connect is the leading technology partner of senior living communities across multiple areas such as independent living, assisted living and memory care. It serves community members, their families and our staff. Our community members can find … Continued
The Christmas Season at Western Reserve Masonic Community The Christmas season at Western Reserve Masonic Community always brings out the best in people. Everyone loves to hear the traditional carols sung by the Medina Chorus at this festive time of year. The community members at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) are no exception. People came … Continued
Cub Scouts Bring Special Gifts to Residents Cub Scouts bring special gifts to residents at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC).The Granger Township PAC 3512 Cub Scouts truly understand the Christmas spirit and shared that beautiful spirit with the Pathways Memory Care community members. The Scouts made decorations for the doors in Pathways. These helped bring … Continued
Browning Masonic Community Provided Pies for Thanksgiving Thanksgiving brings the season of family time. For many people Thanksgiving can also be a very challenging time. Maybe your family can’t travel from out of town or a loved one has passed away since the previous year. Thanksgiving stirs up all kinds of memories for so many … Continued
Successful Blood Drive at Browning Masonic Community Right now the American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage. Hospital demands continue to outpace the number of donations. On top of that, we are experiencing lowest blood donor turnout since the pandemic began. On November 24th, community members, staff and Springfield residents came to the … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community Knows How to Tailgate! Springfield Masonic Community knows how to tailgate! Approximately 70 community members gathered at the Clubhouse for good food and to watch the game. Everyone came dressed for the game. Just look at the sweatshirt, hats and the traditional buckeye necklaces. Several of the ladies went one step further. … Continued
Meet Paula, Dietary Aide at Springfield Masonic Community! At Springfield Masonic Community (SMC), our employees are super stars! Meet Paula, Dietary Aide at Springfield Masonic Community. We recently sat down with Paula so she could share her story and the success she’s had in senior living. How long have you worked at Springfield Masonic Community? … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community Provided Pies for Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is thought of as a family time. For many people Thanksgiving can also be a very challenging time. Maybe your family can’t travel from out of town or a loved one has passed away since the previous year. Thanksgiving stirs up all kinds of memories for so … Continued
Western Reserve Masonic Community Celebrates Employees Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) celebrated their staff for all the great things that they do for community members. Team members were able enjoy a pasta bar with all kinds of fixings, salad, garlic bread, and huge cookies with large pieces of Reese Peanut Butter Cup. Join us as … Continued
Ladies Breakfast at Western Reserve Masonic Community Most of us enjoy a good breakfast of pancakes or maybe French toast. What about an omelet or maybe cereal and toast? We can’t forget fresh squeezed orange juice and coffee. Join us for Ladies Breakfast at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC)! For the ladies at WRMC this … Continued
Veterans Day at Western Reserve Masonic Community For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. Veterans Day gives the country an opportunity to thank those who have previously served in the U.S. military. This occurs on November 11th every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of … Continued
Veterans Day at Browning Masonic Community For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. Veterans Day gives the country an opportunity to thank those who have previously served in the U.S. military. This occurs on November 11th every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the … Continued
Veterans Day at Springfield Masonic Community For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. Veterans Day gives the country an opportunity to thank those who have previously served in the U.S. military. This occurs on November 11th every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the … Continued
Halloween at Springfield Masonic Community Halloween at Springfield Masonic Community was celebrated in November this year! We decided to forgo the traditional Halloween celebration, wait a week and celebrate on a clear, cool Friday evening in November. There may not have been as many costumes, but there was no shortage of fun. Hotdogs grilled over … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community’s Lunch and Learn Have you ever wanted to learn about setting up a power of attorney? The guests who participated in the Springfield Masonic Community‘s Lunch and Learn heard all about that. Nearly 20 people from the surrounding communities visited SMC for a wonderful lunch and practical information from George H. Lovett, … Continued
Making Difficult Decisions About Aging Parents As our parents age, frequently we need to make decisions that we never anticipated making. Adult children worry about making the correct decisions. When caring for an aging parent from afar, it can be hard to know when your help is needed. Making difficult decisions about aging parents can be … Continued
Meet Amy, Life Enrichment Assistant At Browning Masonic Community (BMC), our employees are super stars! Meet Amy, Life Enrichment Assistant at Browning Masonic Community! We recently sat down with Amy and she shared her story and the success she’s had in senior living. How long have you worked at Browning Masonic Community? It will be two … Continued
Browning Masonic Community’s Fall Fest It was a beautiful, cool Saturday in October for Browning Masonic Community‘s Fall Fest. Nearly 200 community members, their families and Waterville residents enjoyed the day. There was something for everyone to do. For those that enjoy painting, there was both pumpkin and face painting. The children enjoyed Trick or … Continued
Browning Masonic Community Honors First Responders Browning Masonic Community honors first responders! BMC hosted a First Responder Appreciation Breakfast at Dale’s Diner in Waterville. Both Waterville and Whitehouse Fire Departments enjoyed their breakfast. The First Responders were very appreciative of our kindness. Unfortunately, some of the crew couldn’t make it, so BMC gladly had their … Continued
Food Truck Rally at Springfield Masonic Community Even on a chilly and damp Friday, the Food Truck Rally at Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) came through and we enjoyed the great food from Hot’s and Brat’s. This was their 3rd visit to SMC for the Friday Food Truck Rally. The food was fantastic and staff and … Continued
History of The Ohio Masonic Communities When parents bring a child into the world, they have dreams of what their child’s life might be like. Sometimes life changes and those dreams can’t become reality. Even as early as the late 1890’s, families needed help caring for their children. Formerly known as The Ohio Masonic Home, … Continued
Meet Alisha and Anna, Environmental Services from Western Reserve Masonic Community! At Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC), our employees are super stars! Meet Alisha and Anna, Environmental Services from Western Reserve Masonic Community! We recently sat down with Alisha and Anna, a mother and daughter team, so they could share their story and the success … Continued
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Tips This month, The Ohio Masonic Home (now The Ohio Masonic Communities) is adding more tips to our blog to help you learn some ways to support your loved ones dealing with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. We will continue to provide tips for you to use at home, as well as suggestions on … Continued
Western Reserve Masonic Community Joins Trinity Rose for Golf! Community members at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) enjoy a good game of golf, so Western Reserve Masonic Community joins Trinity Rose for golf! Let’s take that round of golf and play in a golf tournament to support the Trinity Rose Foundation. Maybe you’re not a … Continued
Western Reserve Masonic Community and Medina County Alzheimer’s Walk It was a crisp fall day with temperatures hovering in low 50’s on Sunday and Western Reserve Masonic Community joins Medina county’s Alzheimer’s Walk. The walk was at the historical Medina Public Square. More than 235 walkers were registered for the event. Walkers could choose between … Continued