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 […]
Living With Diabetes – Tips from Kettering Health Network
Understanding Diabetes’ Impact on Seniors in Dayton, Ohio According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), over 25% of Americans 65 and older have been diagnosed with diabetes. Bethany Village and Kettering Health Network’s Joslin Diabetes Center recently held an outreach event to educate residents about the identification, prevention and management of diabetes. Alison Studer, BSN, […]
Living and Learning at Bethany
Centerville, Ohio (August 24, 2015) – Fall means back to school for students. This fall, Bethany Village residents will also head back to class, as part of a new educational series called Living and Learning at Bethany. The program was created by residents, for residents, and features many diverse topics. Nearly all classes are taught […]
Friendships Span Generations at Bethany Village
Friendships Span Generations at Bethany Village “I do nothing,” laughs Dottie Bitzer as she sits by the window of her Vista Place apartment. “They clean for me. They wash for me. They cook for me.” Life at Bethany is so relaxing and allows plenty of time for an active social life. In a way, says […]
NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES
NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES Bethany Village THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY. We have summarized our responsibilities and your rights on this page. For a complete description of our privacy practices, please refer to the […]
Bethany Residents Participate In Veterans Voices Project
Nine veterans, all Bethany Village residents, recently participated in the Veterans Voices Project. The project is a combined effort by Wright State University’s Veteran and Military Center and NPR affiliate WYSO. Residents Robert Siebenthaler, Paul Ross, Buell Hoagland, Joe Minnich, Paul McClain, Bob Oppenheim, Dave Cottrill, Robert Eisenach and Don Hamrock all agreed to video […]
McGohan Brabender Celebrates Decade of Support for Graceworks
The 17th annual Graceworks golf outing was recently held at the Golf Club at Yankee Trace. The event, one of the most important fundraisers of the year, brought in $37,000 to further the mission of Graceworks Lutheran Services. McGohan Brabender has been the event’s title sponsor for the past 10 years. We talked with the […]
Bethany residents volunteer; help UD graduate students
The classic vision of life in a retirement community is a picture of tranquil relaxation. And, while the residents of Bethany Village are no strangers to the perks of a bucolic lifestyle, a long history of volunteerism among our residents proves that seniors in Dayton see retirement as an opportunity to give back as well as kick back. […]
