Here at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) our celebration looked completely different to our staff and community members. There were no fireworks to go out to see, and families were unable to see their love ones without a scheduled appointment. Everyone was wearing masks, social distancing was a must during the pandemic. Our saving grace … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) members enjoyed another exciting Friday night with their friends and neighbors. Over 90 people met at the clubhouse for dinner and music. Shish-Ka-Bob was a new menu item for an SMC social event. Dinner came with potato salad, watermelon and soft drinks. It was the perfect summer picnic dinner and enjoyed … Continued
The Independence Day celebration began at Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) on July 2nd for over 300 community members, as well as their family and friends. The community members were excited to have their families join them for this celebration. Several families had multiple generations of their families from infants in arms to great grandparents celebrating … Continued
The rain came early and departed before the 12:30 shotgun start at the Wedgewood Golf and Country Club in Powell, Ohio. The seventh annual US Bank/Ohio Masonic Home Foundation Golf Classic is grateful to their sponsors and all who participated. The golf classic had 124 golfers who raised $124,000 and the proceeds from this event … Continued
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 1031 provided a generous gift of three, 32 inch smart televisions to Springfield Masonic Community. This kindness originated with VFW member Chuck Mitchell. Chuck’s wife was a former community member at Pathways Memory Care. He still visits the community members at Pathways, as he has a heart for dementia. … Continued
Hamer Lodge #167 located in Wapakoneta, Ohio provided a $5,000 cash gift to Browning Masonic Community. (BMC) This gift is to be used for the BMC aging respectfully fund. Mark Harris gave the Past Masters of the Lodge a tour of Browning Masonic Community and at the conclusion of the tour, was presented with … Continued
Browning Masonic Community (BMC) received an $8,000 grant from Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. Through the generous gifts of its members, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Waterville, Ohio, is pleased to offer grants for mission purposes beyond Zion and its congregation. Zion’s Endowment Committee administers the fund through an application process. The Mission Endowment Fund is … Continued
Diamond Dogs is a Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) favorite and the great turnout was proof of their good food and service! Again this week, SMC and corporate employees enjoyed lunch, as well as the largest number of community members so far this summer. Many were repeat customers, but repeat or new, everyone had fun! Life … Continued
As an older adult, regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can prevent many health problems that seem to come with age. It also helps keep your muscles strong so you can keep doing your daily activities without becoming dependent on others. People who exercise tend to have … Continued
At Springfield Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with a dietitian named Rebecca so she could share her story and the success she’s had at Springfield Masonic Community. Meet Rebecca, a Springfield Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Springfield Masonic Community? I have worked as … Continued
Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, this observance originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by … Continued
Eating well is important for good nutrition at any age, but it is even more necessary for older adults because nutritional needs change. Adequate nutrition is necessary for health, quality of life and vitality. Unfortunately, for a variety of reasons, many seniors do not eat as well as they should. This can lead to poor … Continued
The crowds came out by golf carts, bus and on foot for the great lunch menu offered by Kleinfelder Hots and Brats. The Padre Jose was the big seller. The prices were great and the portions were sizable so no one left hungry. Employees from across the campus including the corporate office enjoyed each … Continued
If you get the chance to visit the Kentucky Derby on the first weekend in May, you will find excited men and women from all over the country. That excitement can also be found at the Springfield Masonic Community. Everyone enjoys the Derby Day party. The ladies start the week before making large, flowered, traditional … Continued
Don Muncy started his day last Thursday by climbing into a TBM Avenger at Grimes Field, Urbana, Ohio. The skies were bright blue and the weather was perfect to go flying. The Avenger, a World War II aircraft, is one of the more rare aircrafts from that era that is still flying today. The … Continued
The ladies tea was a spring time treat! The ladies of WRMC were dressed in their finest and a few even wore hats! Close to 40 ladies attended. A variety of tea cups added to the pastel spring colors displayed on the table coverings and napkins along with a spring bouquet for a centerpiece. Each … Continued
Spring and summer at SMC means that the food trucks are back every other Friday. A variety of foods will be offered, and there will be something to please everyone. The first Friday employees and community members were treated to a variety of delicious Greek foods. “Yummy Gyro” offered a variety of gyros and well … Continued
At Browning Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with Chef Gary in Food Services so he could share his story and the success he’s had at Browning Masonic Community. Meet Gary, a Browning Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Browning Masonic Community (BMC)? It will … Continued
It was a perfect spring day in early April at BMC as the community held its first event since the pandemic started in March, 2020. The cookout was planned to show appreciation to the community members and employees. The food was fantastic and everyone had a great time! Everyone enjoyed the entertainment provided by Mark … Continued
It was a beautiful spring Friday evening at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) and the community members enjoyed a bit of spring while attending the Spring Fling. Everyone enjoyed a choice for dinner which consisted of either Cedar Plank Halibut, Lamb Chops, or Chicken Francesca. . While dining they were … Continued
As you get a bit older, you may find yourself wanting to make a decision on renting or buying your next place to live. Do you want to spend all your time maintaining a yard and worrying about repairs that may or may not happen? Will you feel like shoveling snow or will you have … Continued
. March 12th is a day that many of the community members at the SMC will remember. This was the first gathering since the pandemic started in March, 2020. Approximately 60 people turned out for the event. Green was the color of the day so St. Patrick’s Day could be celebrated as well. Pizza … Continued
At Western Reserve Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with Mindy from Environmental Services so she could share her story and the success she’s had at Western Reserve Masonic Community. Meet Mindy, a Western Reserve Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Western Reserve Masonic Community? I … Continued
WRMC Family Community Members & Families, We have continued to test our team and vendors twice a week for COVID-19. On Monday a vendor that had been working in Independent Living, tested positive on a rapid response test. Through contact tracing it was determined that this vendor had zero contact with any WRMC community members … Continued
WRMC Family Community Members & Families, We have been waiting patiently for Governor DeWine to update the health orders to address changes in visitation for skilled nursing and assisted livings in the State of Ohio. Today, the 7th Amended Health Order was released and it has allowed for significant changes to how and where visits … Continued
BMC Community Members & Families, We have been waiting patiently for Governor DeWine to update the health orders to address changes in visitation for skilled nursing and assisted livings in the State of Ohio. Today, the 7th Amended Health Order was released and it has allowed for significant changes to how and where visits can … Continued
At Springfield Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with Tiffani in Dietary so she could share her story and the success she’s had at Springfield Masonic Community. Meet Tiffani, a Springfield Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Springfield Masonic Community (SMC)? I have worked at SMC … Continued
WRMC Community Members & Families, This week, all community members in Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing tested negative for COVID-19. Yesterday, two dining service team members tested positive for COVID-19 on rapid response antigen testing. We are now awaiting PCR results on those two team members. All other staff tested negative. Because of their job … Continued
WRMC Community Members & Families, A clinical team member reported to us today that they developed symptoms of COVID-19 on Wednesday, February 10th, 2021. This staff member worked in both Traditional AL and Skilled Nursing on the days immediately preceding their symptom onset. Due to this potential exposure, Traditional Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing will … Continued
At Browning Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with JJ in Maintenance so he could share his story and the success he’s had at Browning Masonic Community. Meet JJ, a Browning Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Browning Masonic Community (BMC)? I have worked at … Continued
At Western Reserve Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with Sharon from Environmental Services so she could share her story and the success she’s had at Western Reserve Masonic Community. Meet Sharon, a Western Reserve Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Western Reserve Masonic Community? … Continued
The vaccine is here for at least some communities and some residents. But there are challenges. Do IL residents get it and when? What about staff? In some communities, staff adoption is very low. Radiant Senior Living’s Jodi Guffee and The Ohio Masonic Home’s Anthony Berardi, Jason French, and CEO Scott Buchanan join Steve Moran … Continued
WRMC Community Members & Families, We have continued our twice a week COVID testing of our staff and vendors. On Monday January 6th, 1 caregiver in Skilled Nursing tested positive for COVID. All other staff and vendors were negative for the current two-week period. All residents in skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care were … Continued
WRMC Community Members & Families, On Monday we performed rapid response testing for all staff and vendors with all staff and vendors testing negative for COVID-19. Yesterday we tested all vendors and staff and 1 Nurse who works in Skilled Nursing and Traditional Assisted Living has tested positive. We have collected a pcr test and … Continued
WRMC Assisted Living Residents & Families, On Monday we performed rapid response testing for all staff and vendors. We had 2 Assisted Living Caregivers test positive and are awaiting their PCR results. Today, we tested all staff and vendors through PCR testing and we are awaiting those results from our partner laboratory. This morning, we … Continued
WRMC Assisted Living Residents & Families, This morning we had an Assisted Living Caregiver test positive for COVID-19 on a rapid response test. We have collected a PCR test sample and are now awaiting those results. This staff member is asymptomatic, however they have worked in Traditional Assisted Living Building 2, 3, & 4 in … Continued
WRMC Community Members and Families, As you are aware, from previous communications we are now testing all staff and vendors twice weekly. This is due to Medina County having a positivity rate of over 10%. Yesterday we tested 161 staff and vendors for COVID-19, and all but one result came back negative. Fortunately, the one … Continued
WRMC Community Members and Families, As you are aware from our last communication we are now testing all staff and vendors twice weekly. This is due to Medina County having a positivity rate of over 10%. On Monday 11/30, we tested 168 Staff and Vendors for COVID-19, all results came back negative. Today we tested … Continued
At Springfield Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with Jodi from Environmental Services so she could share her story and the success she’s had at Springfield Masonic Community. Meet Jodi, a Springfield Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Springfield Masonic Community? In total, I have … Continued
WRMC Community Members and Families, Today we tested all residents in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living for COVID-19 all results came back negative. Our staff were also tested today via Rapid Antigen testing. We had 1 STNA from Skilled Nursing test positive. We are now waiting on their PCR test results to confirm the Rapid … Continued
WRMC Community Members & Families, Today we were informed by 2 Assisted Living Team members that they started symptoms yesterday and followed up with their physician and have tested positive for COVID-19. As a result Traditional Assisted Living and Pathways Memory Care will be placed under quarantine. This means that all residents in Traditional Assisted … Continued
At Browning Masonic Community, our employees are super stars! We recently sat down with an LPN named Wendie so she could share her story and the success she’s had at Browning Masonic Community. Meet Wendie, a Browning Masonic Community Super Star! How long have you worked at Browning Masonic Community? I have worked at … Continued
Join Amanda Hoagland as she takes you on a virtual tour of Western Reserve Masonic Community’s Assisted Living space. Bring any questions you may have to this interactive event – we’ll see you there! Click Here to reserve your spot!
Join Brian Clayborn as he takes you on a virtual tour of Springfield Masonic Community’s Assisted Living space. Bring any questions you may have to this interactive event – we’ll see you there! Click Here to reserve your spot!
Join Molly Good as she takes you on a virtual tour of Browning Masonic Community’s Assisted Living space. Bring any questions you may have to this interactive event – we’ll see you there! Click Here to reserve your spot!
Join Western Reserve Masonic Community on Thursday November 19, 2020 for a Virtual Career Fair! Open positions that are hoping to be filled: Housekeepers Laundry Aides RNs LPNs NAs STNAs Wait Staff Dietary Aides Cooks We will be offering SAME-DAY INTERVIEWS! Click Here to learn more…and when you’re ready, sign up to reserve your spot!
Join Springfield Masonic Community on Tuesday November 17, 2020 for a Virtual Career Fair! Open positions that are hoping to be filled: Housekeepers Floor Technicians Laundry Aides RNs LPNs NAs STNAs Wait Staff Dietary Aides Cooks We will be offering SAME-DAY INTERVIEWS! Click Here to learn more…and when you’re ready, sign up to reserve your … Continued
Join Browning Masonic Community on Wednesday November 18, 2020 for a Virtual Career Fair! Open positions that are hoping to be filled: STNAs NAs LPNs RNs Wait Staff Dietary Aides Cooks We will be offering SAME-DAY INTERVIEWS! Click Here to learn more – and when you’re ready, sign up to reserve your spot!
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