On December 2, residents, volunteers and employees came together to make Bethany Village campus beautiful for the Christmas Season. […]
Dr. Squire Brown shares his knowledge through volunteering and presenting at the Air Force Museum
Bethany Village residents have a vast array of knowledge and talents they like to share. Squire and Freda Brown have lived at Bethany for four years and are an example of residents who enjoy sharing through volunteering. Dr. Squire Brown is a retired aerospace engineer whose civil service career with the U.S. Air Force included […]
Bethany Village Volunteers Help St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank
When individuals in our community lack the resources to buy food, St. Vincent de Paul helps. Two times a month, more than 500 families from the Miami Valley region visit the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry to receive donations of non-perishable items, fresh meats, fruits, vegetables and breads. Each family receives specific food individually […]
Wii Bowling Success Banquet
Six years ago, a Wii Bowling League was established in the Miami Valley, thriving with two regional divisions. The North Division consists of Friendship Village, Mill Ridge, and Grace Brethren; the Southern Division consists of St. Leonard, 10 Wilmington Place, and Bethany Village. Each year the two regions bowl against their respective facilities on 3 separate occasions. Most […]
A Taste of Home
Dining at the Fountain Place restuarant can be a special treat. Chef Eric plans each and every part of the delicacies served. The salad bar is prepared fresh each day with a mixture of local grown produce and international recipes. Homemade soups and sauces are prepared each day from scratch. Residents can select from an ala […]
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Luncheon
Caregivers of Alzheimer patients gathered today to enjoy a moment of respite and additional support from others also experiencing the illness in their lives. The catered luncheon featured fried chicken, loaded mashed potatoes and a fresh strawberry salad. Caregivers were treated with hand and foot massages. Several door prizes were given. The Alzheimer Association supports […]
First Annual Resident Walking Challenge by Craig Cole, Exercise Physiologist
The Village Fitness Center set about in April of this year to come up with a simple idea to get more activity with walking on Bethany’s campus. Our campus provides a wonderful area to walk not only outside but inside as well. I came up with the idea of the Resident Walking Challenge just simply […]
Art in the Making at Bethany Village
Yesterday, the owner of Raise Your Brush in Centerville, Laura Carter, presented and taught how to create an ocean view to guests, Bethany Village residents and marketing staff. “This has been one of my favorite activities here,” stated resident Harold. “I had a lot of fun and learned some new things even as a painter […]
Resident Shirley Attends a Wedding Virtually using Skype
Resident Shirley of Courtyard Park wanted to be able to see her grandson, Christopher, marry Rachel this past week on a beautiful beach in Florida. Excited for the wedding, Shirley was disappointed because she was not able to complete the necessary travel. Nikkii, a Life Enrichment Coordinator of Bethany Village, came up with a creative […]
State Senator, LeadingAge Ohio CEO meet at Bethany Village
On Wednesday, Sept. 24, Bethany Village executives hosted an advocacy session on campus with state law and policy makers. Ohio State Sen. Peggy Lehner (R), LeadingAge Ohio CEO Kathryn Lasley Brod and lobbyist Bridget E. McAuliffe met with Graceworks President and CEO Bill Serr, Bethany Village Vice-President of Residential Care Judy Budi and Bethany Administrator […]