Congratulations to Bethany Resident Lew Hann who was just selected as a winner of the annual Washington-Centerville Library “Beyond Point and Shoot” photography contest. Lew won in the travel category. The picture (at left) is titled Spiritual Splendor and was taken inside St. Mary’s Basilica in Krakow, Poland. “It’s a picture of the main sanctuary,” […]
Healthy Retirement: Fitness for All Seasons
Bethany Village is committed to helping older adults maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. The warm weather of summer is stretching into September, but cooler weather is just over the horizon. Fall and winter can actually be the most critical time to exercise according to Craig Cole, Exercise Physiologist at Bethany Village. “When the […]
Active Aging week in the Fitness Center
Each year, tens of thousands of living communities across the United States take part in Active Aging week sponsored by the International Council on Active Aging. It is a week in which older adults are encouraged to engage in physical activities to promote a healthier lifestyle. Again, Bethany took part in promoting this activity to […]
Seniors to Seniors: Lessons of a Lifetime
Seniors to Seniors: Lessons of a Lifetime All across Ohio, thousands of young adults are entering their final year of high school. “Senior year” is one of the most exciting times of a person’s life. It is full of opportunities to celebrate success, reflect on twelve years of education and prepare for the future. With […]
Bethany Village resident artists earn state awards
LeadingAge Ohio hosted the 2015 Statewide Resident Forum Art and Writing Show in Columbus on September 10 and 11. The art show was held in conjunction with the statewide LeadingAge Ohio conference. This year nearly 1,000 residents submitted works to the LeadingAge regional art and writing shows across Ohio. Bethany Village submitted over thirty entries […]
Bethany Village Celebrates With Oktoberfest
On Thursday, September 17, Bethany Village residents and their invited guests enjoyed a special evening of German food, drink and culture! The first annual Oktoberfest went off without a hitch. Musicians from the University of Dayton New Horizons Oompah Band and the Sauerkraut German Band performed for residents and staff. Favorites like bratwurst, warm German […]
How to choose a retirement community
How to choose a retirement community Choosing a retirement community can be difficult. The best senior living communities are designed to help older adults get the most out of life, but the best retirement environment for one person may not be the best for everyone. We put together this guide to choosing a retirement community […]
A Great Retirement is All in the Family
Much has been written about the importance of family. Princess Diana called family the “most important thing in the world.” And, Mother Teresa famously said, “What can you do to promote world peace? Go home and love your family.” Familial love has been a part of Bethany Lutheran Village since its inception, beginning with the […]
Fall TV Review: Top Shows from 1960
Fall TV premiers are right around the corner. Downton Abbey will soon begin its final season, The Muppets are returning to NBC for the first time in nearly 20 years, and Melissa Benoist will make her post-Glee debut as Kara Zor-El on CBS’ Supergirl. It is an exciting time for TV fans. In fact, many […]
Bethany Village Launches Matter of Balance Program
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. This means Bethany Village residents and staff will have many opportunities to learn about the dangers of falls and how to prevent them. Starting September 3, Bethany Village exercise physiologist Craig Cole will teach Matter of Balance, a month-long course aimed at helping residents and community members to avoid […]
