shell point life july 2014

BetterThanEver

THE STORY OF A REMARKABLERECOVERY THAT TRANSFORMED ONE

MAN’S OUTLOOK ON LIFE

July 2014Vol. 9 Issue 7

CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE

DON’T MISS THE FUN AND FESTIVITIES

THIS 4TH OF JULY

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Would you believe it if I toldyou that the man on the coverof this issue of Shell Point Life justrelearned how to walk followingan illness that almost took hislife? It’s true.

When I met Jon Ellis ofCoquina for the first time, I wasshocked. I didn’t know much about him whenI called him to set up a meeting. I only heardthat he had experienced a harrowing journeyfrom sickness to health. So when Jon strolledinto my office with the confidence of a prizefighter and humor of a stand-up comic, I wasfairly certain he was in the wrong place. Icouldn’t believe that the vibrant and spiritedman who stood before me was the same JonEllis who was recently bedridden at thePavilion skilled nursing facility, preparing toface his final days. Needless to say, the imageI had created in my mind didn’t match up withthe reality. As you can imagine, I couldn’t waitto hear Jon’s story. Turn to page 4 to read howJon’s remarkable recovery led him out of thePavilion and into the Shell Point community.

While we’re focused on health, I’d liketo remind you to check the updated listingof Health Connection classes. One note-worthy new class taking shape this month isSpanish in Motion, a program that uses var-ious fitness movements to help participantsexercise their muscles and their minds whilepicking up a new language. You will find

details about this class, as well asother courses designed to help youimprove your overall well-being,on pages 14 and 15.

Although opportunities toactively engage in wellness initia-tives abound at Shell Point, some-times the pursuit of wellness simply

involves a much-needed rest or a well-deserved break. Unfortunately, rest and breakscan be hard to find, especially for caregivers.With that understanding, Shell Point is nowoffering Day Respite services in a convenientlocation at The Arbor. The program offers res-idents, both the caregiver and the participant,the opportunity to benefit from half-day orfull-day services. More information can befound on page 23.

For those who are seeking a more per-sonal, one-on-one approach to assistance witha loved one, Shell Point Home Care providesa customized care plan based on the needs ofeach individual client. Learn more, and meetthe new Home Care manager, on page 30.

And as you flip through the rest of thisissue of Shell Point Life, don’t miss the full listof special events taking place this month. TheHappenings Calendar begins on page 18 andincludes everything from the community-wide4th of July celebration to a behind-the-scenestour of the Chiller Plant. There’s even a pri-vate shopping experience at Chico’s! Countme in!

ON THE COVERAfter experiencing a remarkable recovery from a health condition that was expected

to take his life, Jon Ellis (Coqunia) is making the most of every moment.

BETTER THAN EVERBy Rochelle Cherniawski

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This is the day

that the Lord

has made; let us

rejoice and be

glad in it.

PSALM 118:24

This is the day

that the Lord

has made; let us

rejoice and be

glad in it.

PSALM 118:24

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2014-2015 Calendar of Events

Excitement is building for the events planned forthe 2014-2015 season. We know that many residentsare in the process of planning vacations and courtparties, yet they don’t want to miss out on Shell Point’sspecial events and activities. Thus, we are offering aquick glance at some key dates to add to your cal-endar. Please note all events subject to change. Stopby either service desk or visit www.shellpoint.net toobtain your calendar of upcoming events.

Concerts, Shows, CommunityCelebrations, and Programs

September 20149/26 Trinkets and Treasures Sale

October 201410/21 Fall Dance10/31 - 11/1 Resident Holiday Bazaar

November 201411/13 SPOT Performance11/14 Legacy Golf Open11/17-21 Resident Life Signature Event11/20 FAPA – Behind the Mask11/26 Community Thanksgiving Service

December 201412/2 Gift Shop Christmas Party12/2 Concerts & Conversations –

Mary Elizabeth Bowden12/4 Tree Lighting and SP Singers12/5 Holiday Shopping: Expanded Market Place12/7 Season of Praise – Joel Raney12/11 Holiday Sounds Concert12/15 Southwest Florida Symphony – Holiday Pops12/24 The Village Church Candlelight Service12/25 Christmas Cantata12/31 New Year’s Eve at the Palm Grill and

The Crystal Dining Room

January 20151/6 LifeQuest Expo1/11 Season of Praise –

Tim Zimmerman & The King's Brass1/13 Southwest Florida Symphony -

Simply Classics1/16 FAPA – Tommy Dorsey Orchestra1/18 - 25 The Village Church Global Impact Week1/29 Concerts & Conversations –Evan Drachman1/30 Legacy Gala

February 20152/9 FAPA – The Lettermen2/17 Barbary Coast Dixieland Band2/26 Concerts & Conversations –

Thomas Pandolfi

March 20153/7-9 Resident Quilt Show 3/10 FAPA – Freddy Cole3/16 Southwest Florida Symphony -

Dvorak: From the New World3/20-22 Resident Art Show & Sale3/22 Season of Praise – Amasi Trio3/24 Shell Point Singers Concert3/30-4/10 Resident Photo Show3/31 Resident Photo Show Gala

April 20154/3 Good Friday Service4/5 Easter Sunrise Service4/9 FAPA – David Osborne Trio4/13 Concerts & Conversations –

Anna Tsukervanik4/21 Resident and Employee Variety Show

FAPA represents the Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series.


Private Pay

Skilled Nursing

Resident Moves

to Independent

Living Following

Remarkable

Recovery

Than Better

EverThan Better

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Jon Ellis (Coquina) grew up inOmaha, Nebraska, with an inter-est in cars and a love for music.

Although he was relatively shy in highschool, he was drawn to singing and wasproud to perform with the Senior Boys’Quartet. After graduation, he married hishigh school sweetheart and enrolled atNebraska University. It was there that hisbaritone voice earned him a spot in a top-rated quartet. “There was a lot of glory asso-ciated with being in that group,” he said.

While going to school and singing, Jonwas offered an opportunity to sell cabinets.But after just a year of doing so, one of thepartners took off with everything of value.Fortunately, the other partner invited himto work for his electrical company.

In addition to focusing on work and rais-ing a family, he maintained his interest inmusic and joined the Society for thePreservation and Encouragement of BarberShop Quartet Singing in America (SPEB-SQSA). At the age of 28, Jon was asked todirect the Omaha Chapter of Sweet Adelines.

When he was 29, a friend presented anenticing business opportunity. “George wasrunning a manufacturers representativeagency, but knew he didn’t have a futurethere. He invited me to go into business

with him and we started JG Sales Company.We worked with manufactures representa-tives throughout the world and sold their

products, things like variable speed drives,fans, filters, and ventilation equipment.”

A year later, George bought him out andJon started a new business – CommercialAir. He built and ran the successful businesswhile continuing to travel the country as adirector of the Sweet Adelines group. “Wesang our way across the states. We went toplaces like Los Angeles, Hawaii, Louisville,Minneapolis, Dallas, and New Orleans.”

While his business thrived and his threechildren grew, his marriage dissolved andended in divorce. “We had been married for20 years. Fortunately, we remained friends.”

Shortly after, Jon joined the MissouriValley Music Company. “Our quartet camefrom different parts of the country. The basslived in Freemont, Nebraska, the tenor livedin Waterloo, Iowa, the baritone was inMarshalltown, Iowa, and I was in Omaha.We traveled the United States in a Cessna170, flown by a pilot, and did shows all overthe country. They were wonderful guys, andit was a wonderful experience.”

In 1984, Jon and his 100-woman chorustraveled to Minneapolis for a competition.While there, he ran into the former chore-ographer of the group. “I had been single for

B Y R O C H E L L E C H E R N I A W S K I

Just one year ago, Jon Ellis was living in ShellPoint’s skilled nursing facility and his healthwas declining by the day. He reached a pointwhere he could no longer walk and had to bepushed in a wheelchair. Here, his granddaugh-ter, Meredith, pushes his wheelchair aroundthe lagoon outside the Pavilion. Left: It’s hardto believe that this is the same man as, today,Jon Ellis has made a complete recovery and heis proud to be making the most of every day.

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You might remember reading about Jon Ellis in the July 2013issue of Shell Point Life. The article was about an invention thathis granddaughter created for the First Lego League’s 2012 SeniorSolutions Challenge. At the time the story was published, Jon wasa private pay resident of the Pavilion skilled nursing facility andhe was preparing for the end of his life. Today, Jon is not only outof the Pavilion, but he is now an independent living resident atShell Point who can be found strolling around the communitywith the sort of swagger that can only come from a man who isembracing an unexpected new lease on life. This is Jon’s story.


five years at that time,” he recalled, “and shecaught my eye.”

They briefly caught up on each other’slives before going their separate ways. Sevenmonths later, they ran into one another ata restaurant. Jon wasn’t going to let his sec-ond chance slip away. “I walked right up toher and asked her out. We got married threemonths later.”

After retiring at 50, Jon sold CommercialAir to his son and set out to see the Stateswith his bride. “We went out on the road andtraveled almost every state in the union, andthen we looked for a place to retire. Floridawas it. We bought a house in Cape Coral in1993. But once we got it all set up, we gotbored and kept traveling.”

When they returned to Florida, theystarted a new commercial air business. Thecouple ran the successful company togetherfor many years before turning it over to theirdaughter and son-in-law.

Jon’s busy nature kept the couple mov-ing. They bought several properties aroundthe country and enjoyed spending their timetraveling and fixing up their homes.

Signs of Trouble

While working on their home inBranson, Missouri, Jon began to experiencedizzy spells and periods of extreme weakness.“I started falling. I was hauled off to SkaggsHospital several times, but no one could fig-ure out what was wrong. Although I contin-ued to have dizzy spells and fall, I was stillvery functional. I kept driving and living analmost normal life.”

When Jon’s falls became more of a con-cern, they decided to sell the home inBranson and stay in Florida. “I continuedhaving problems here in Florida. But therewas no continuity with how things werehappening to me. It was weird.”

Although Jon knew something waswrong, he didn’t slow down. He held on tohis motor homes and trailers, and evenpulled his fifth wheel to Des Moines, Iowa,for a quartet reunion. “We entered a contestfor the anniversary of The Music Man inMason City, Iowa. We qualified as represen-tatives for the Central States Division ofSPEBSQSA.”

Jon also traveled to Las Vegas and rep-

resented the Central States Division in theSenior International Quartet Competition.“You qualify with a combined age of 250years among the four members. That wasfun! We got 11th out of 50 groups.”

Jon’s singing was put on hold when hishealth issues escalated. “I went in for an eye-lift, and the surgeon took one look at me onthe table and told me something was wrongand that he wouldn’t operate. Instead, I wasreferred to a neurologist. After a series oftests and a lot of visits to the office, I wasdiagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis.”

Myasthenia Gravis is a chronic autoim-mune neuromuscular disease characterizedby varying degrees of weakness of the vol-untary skeletal muscles of the body. Thename actually means grave muscle weak-ness. “I learned that most people withMyasthenia Gravis have a normal lifeexpectancy, so I accepted the diagnosis andbegan attending a clinic and support groupat St. Petersburg Hospital.”

As Jon’s condition continued todecline, he met with more neurologists whocame up with additional diagnoses. One

BETTER THAN EVERContinued from page 5

(Left) As the director of several choruses, Jon enjoyed traveling the country to participate invarious singing competitions. Here, he poses with the Fort Myers Fever. (Top) Jon stands frontand center for a photo with the Jones Tones circa 1964. (Bottom) Jon, far left, with fellowmembers of the Missouri Valley Music Company at a competition in Wichita, Kansas.


neurologist determined he hadAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), oftenreferred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Anotherneurologist told Jon he had Parkinson’s.Although the prognoses differed, one thingwas certain: his symptoms were gettingworse. “I was extremely tired and fallingmore frequently. Remarkably, I never brokeanything. But, I was traveling from ourhome to Lee Memorial in multiple ambu-lance trips for further testing and repairs.”

The severity and frequency of Jon’s fallspushed his wife to her limits. She was phys-ically and emotionally drained. “It was hor-rible,” Jon recalled. “It got to the point thatshe was hurting herself when she helped me.And I had exhausted the allotted 911assisted lift calls.”

Finding Help at Shell Point

Recognizing the need for help, the cou-ple made the decision to move Jon to TheSprings assisted living facility at Shell Point.“I moved to The Springs in late December2012. I was falling so much that I ended upusing a motorized wheelchair. But thatdidn’t slow me down. I was going aroundway too fast and destroying things. And Iwas burning up the wheels on the van withall of the trips I was making to the hospital.It was nuts. Nobody could figure out whatwas going on.”

As Jon’s health continued to decline, hewas admitted to The Larsen Pavilion skillednursing facility. “I had deteriorated so much.I got to the point where I couldn’t feedmyself or get out of bed. There was a lot ofcare involved. I had a long talk with Godand gave thanks for my wonderful life thatwas filled with wonderful experiences andwonderful people. I recognized that I had

started to be a burden to my fellows and Iprayed to die.”

Meanwhile, Jon’s wife remained vigi-lant in her quest for answers. Jon explained,“The neurology field is like being amechanic to every auto vehicle in theworld. The brain is much bigger in scopeand complexity than any one person couldpossibly handle. There should be 300 spe-cialists just for different parts of the brain.My wife was my advocate. She spent about80 bajillion hours on the Internet and stud-ied nonstop.”

In her relentless search, she came acrossa speck of hope and convinced a local neu-rologist to perform a spinal tap. The proce-dure revealed that Jon had IdiopathicNormal Pressure Hydrocephalus. “Essentially,

I had fluid putting pressure on my brain andimpacting my motor functions. Because ofthe surgeon’s schedules the earliest they couldperform the vital surgery was 45 days afterthe diagnosis. It was a horrible, long time.”

Surgical SolutionOn August 15, 2013, the doctor drilled

a dime-sized hole in Jon’s skull and implanteda shunt and tube that drained the excess fluidfrom his brain into his stomach. A seconddoctor attached the tube to his stomach.With the successful surgery behind him, hewas sent back to the Pavilion for recovery.Just ten days later, he shocked everyone as hebegan rehab. “It had been so long that I

A somber moment ofreflection. Althoughhis health continuedto decline, Jon re-mained hopeful andoften showed off hisvivacious personal-ity. Eventually, Jonreached the pointwhere he could nolonger feed himselfor get out of bed.

Jon and his daughter, Patty, sharea smile at The Springs.

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didn’t know how to walk anymore.”One month later, Jon walked out the

front door of the Pavilion with a newfoundrespect for the life he almost lost. And whenJon returned home, he and his wife of 30years took an honest look at the stress thatwas placed on their marriage throughout thetumultuous journey. “My wife was instru-mental in saving my life, but we couldn’tsave our marriage,” said Jon. “We attendedmonths of counseling and came to the deci-sion to move forward with a divorce andcherish our friendship.”

As Jon reflected on all of the people atThe Springs and the Pavilion who cared forhim with genuine love, sincere friendship,and warm fellowship, he knew exactlywhere he wanted to be. “I knew the best andonly place for me to be was Shell Point.”

Jon passed the full physical with flyingcolors. “Everything is under control. My lastblood work was overwhelmingly positive.I’m doing great! I have little concern aboutmy health now.”

He became an official Shell Point resi-dent when he moved to Coquina in March,and he didn’t waste any time gettinginvolved in the community. “I was invitedto play my banjo with Jazz ‘n’ Stuff, I wasasked to help out in the UPS Room, and I’mlooking forward to volunteering as a mem-ber of the Pavilion Auxiliary,” he said. “I’vebeen everywhere, and I’ve done almosteverything. I really am a little concerned

with making sure I’m doing what I’m sup-posed to do. If it’s just making people happy,

that’s what I’m going to do. I was led here.God has saved me for more life. Here I am!”


BETTER THAN EVERContinued from page 7

L – R: On the day of his shunt surgery, Jon was relieved to know that he was headed toward the road of recovery. A portion of Jon’s rehabilita-tion involved relearning how to walk. Jon’s upbeat spirit helped him progress quickly through the recovery process.

Following his recovery,Jon knew that he wanted

to become a Shell Pointresident. He moved to Co-quina with his 13-year-old

canine companion,Matthew, in March 2014.


As every school age child learns,on July fourth we celebrate TheUnited States of America’s independ-ence from England. The concepts ofindependence, freedom, and individ-ualism are highly cherished in oursociety. We romanticize the lone cow-boy as he drives the herd with respon-sible determination. America’s firstsolo astronauts, Alan Shepard andJohn Glenn, were celebrated nation-ally with hero's parades for theiraccomplishments. Last month, onMemorial Day, we honored those whofought around the world and sacrificedfor our freedom. The widespread beliefin the dignity and contribution of theindividual makes The United Statesexceptional among nations.

As I considered these aspects ofAmerican life on our nation’s mostimportant holiday, Independence Day,I wondered about the plant world,surely there must be examples ofplants that thrive in a solitary exis-tence. First, I visualized a giant oaktree standing as the silent, soleguardian in the middle of a field assymbol of the independent spirit, butI quickly discovered the fallacy of thatthought. Singular trees are generallyplanted by man and thus growing awayfrom the forest are much more likely to betoppled by high winds and struck by light-ning. It seems that trees have higher sur-vival rates when their roots are intertwinedwith other trees as in a forest environment.

Initially, plant roots also seemed fairlyindependent as they divide and branchwith the narrowly focused mission of seek-ing moisture and essential elements for sus-taining the plant. But, like the trees in aforest, roots too are dependent uponanother creature. In a symbiotic relation-ship, a fungi known as Mycorrhiza performsthe heavy lifting of breaking down and

absorbing life- sustaining chemical ele-ments for the roots. In return, the fungus isprovided with carbohydrates and sugarsproduced by the photosynthesis process inthe leaves of the tree. Ninety-five percentof all plant species are dependent on thelowly Mycorrhiza fungus.

I continued to seek examples of inde-pendence in the plant kingdom, yet, instead,I discovered a vast, inter-connected web oflife where each individual was dependentupon a variety of others. Walking in the nat-ural forests of Shell Point, I observed epi-phytic bromeliads and orchids growing on

trees for support, and decaying leaves recy-cled into nutrients for plant growth by bac-teria. Even animals and plants are dependentupon each other in the forest for protectionand sustenance. I marveled at the creationof a forest that works so seamlessly together.This “Forest of July” seems to establish anequilibrium or balance between the needs ofthe individual and the needs of the group.Perhaps like America, the forest deserves aspecial holiday, one that celebrates its uniquecharacteristics, a holiday that reminds us ofjust how exceptional forests are. Let’s call it“Interdependence Day.”

Nature’s NotebookB Y S T E V E M O R T O N ,L A N D S C A P E M A N A G E R

Forest Holiday

Bromeliads thrive in a variety of settings and climates due to their many adaptations. Epiphyticbromeliads are able to grow on trees, relying on the stable structure for support and the decayingleaves for nutrients.

With the hot, humid summers in south-west Florida, air conditioning at ShellPoint has always been a top priority.Thankfully, Shell Point’s Central Plant, alsoknown as the Chiller Plant, helps keep thecommunity cool through using a continuouscycle of water instead of traditional air con-ditioning. The system is both energy effi-cient and environmentally friendly.

Engineering Services Manager PaulBretones explained, “Since air conditioningis a huge consumer of energy and can havea significant negative impact on the envi-ronment, the Central Plant was ShellPoint’s answer to providing an efficientmethod of cooling air.”

The Central Plant began pumpingchilled water to The Woodlands and manyof the buildings on The Island in 1999.Eagles Preserve was brought online in 2006.Plans are already in place to expand theChiller Plant to meet the air conditioningneeds of the future club house that will belocated near The Estuary neighborhood.

How it WorksIce is made during off-peak hours when

the rates for electricity are the lowest. Paulsaid, “Although the industrial-grade chillersare super efficient and have variable fre-quency drives on many of the motors andpumps and all contribute greatly to energysavings, the real hero here is the ability tomake and store ice during those ‘off peak’hours to be used during the day when thedemand on energy is highest.”

The cooling towers located inside the ChillerPlant play a vital role in providing air condi-tioning to the Shell Point community.

Keeping Shell Point Cool

Chillin’Out

Chillin’Out

Chillin’Out


The plant utilizes a dual system to takethe heat out of the water by using bothstored ice and mechanical chillers. Largetanks of water are turned into ice using gly-col (antifreeze) that runs through an inde-pendent line of tubes inside theplant. Five miles of pipes carry660,000 gallons of waterthroughout the loop from thechiller plant to the individualShell Point buildings. The 42degree water is then pumpedinto air handlers, which act asradiators, sending cooled air tothe units. A thermostat in eachindividual unit regulates thecooled air by opening a valveand turning on a fan in the airhandler, instead of turning ona condenser that uses moreenergy. The warmer 50-plusdegree water from the air han-dlers travels back to the plant, gets funneledthrough heat exchangers or chillers, and isagain cooled to approximately 42 degrees.Melting ice water or chiller-cooled watermakes the return trip back to the buildings

twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. “Plant operations are safeguarded by

redundancy and diversity,” said Paul. “Wekeep a specified supply of backup equipmentand parts on hand for any repairs, mainte-

nance, and emergencies that may arise. Thegoal is to never have a lapse in operationsso we are able to provide continuous, unin-terrupted air conditioning throughout ShellPoint.”

Emergency Backup!The chiller plant also has two generators

to support Shell Point in an emergency.These generators allow the plant to operatefor three to four days, depending upon the

environmental conditions withemergency ice if there is a loss ofpower to the plant. “This icewould be used primarily for allhealthcare buildings in an emer-gency. Shell Point happens to beon the same Florida Power &Light grid as Health Park hospi-tal, so restoring power to our gridis a priority.”

In addition, all of the plant'sdynamic mechanical functions aremonitored 24/7 by an EmergencyManagement System linkeddirectly to FP&L. With thatPaul and other key staff areautomatically notified of any

operating irregularities. “We receive emailsand text messages on our cell phones or com-puters, both at work and at home. If we

Paul Bretones, engineering services manager, has been helpingkeep the Shell Point community cool since 2000.

Located on the road between the entrance of Shell Point Golf Club andthe entrance to the Eagles Preserve neighborhood, the Chiller Plant uti-lizes more than five miles of underground pipes to deliver the chilledwater that provides air conditioning for much of the community.

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5 milesThe length of underground pipes carryingchilled water throughout the community.

500,000 gallonsThe amount of water running through

the chilled water loop.

160,000 gallonsThe amount of hot water running

through a separate loop to provide heatto The Woodlands and Eagles Preserve.

40,000 gallonsThe amount of glycol

used in the ice making system.

220 Total number of ice tanks

8 to 12 hoursThe time it takes to freeze the ice tanks.

9 hoursThe average time it takes to melt ice

in the summer months.

125,000 gallonsThe amount of water removed from theplant each day through evaporation and

the discharge of recycled water.

24/7Chilled water circulates throughout the

community all day, every day.

42 DegreesThe temperature of water

that is pumped into air handlers.


receive a notification afterhours, we can check and/oradjust settings at the plantremotely using a cell phoneor home computer.”

The Chiller CrewOperating and main-

taining the Central Plant

is a big job and the responsibility ofa small but highly experiencedcrew. One might expect, keepingthe plant operating at peak effi-ciency is a full-time job in itself. Butmaintaining the chiller plant isonly one aspect of the EngineeringServices team. The department is

also responsible for resident service callsand preventive maintenance for air condi-tioners and appliances. “Fortunately, wehave a very talented group of techniciansand mechanics to work with every day,”said Paul. “Without them, it simply wouldnot be possible to maintain what we havehere at Shell Point.”

Chiller Plant Crew from L-R:Mark Kutcke, James Porter,Victor Villarreal, DennisLucey, Paul Bretones, JamesBrewer, Don Longlois, andAlvin Liz.

Dennis Lucey operates the diagnostics and controlpanel for the Chiller Plant.

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Want to Take aCloser Look?Don’t miss your chance to go behind-

the-scenes of the Chiller Plant during aspecial tour that will take place onWednesday, July 23. For more informa-tion, see the Happenings calendar onpage 20.

Chiller Plant — By the Numbers


Ample Opportunities to ExploreTechnology, Art, Travel, and Much MoreB Y T E R I K O L L A T H , A C A D E M Y A N D A U X I L I A R Y M A N A G E R

Summer Sizzles in The Academy

Computer College

Flash Drive Prep Schoolwill take placeon four Wednesdays, beginning July 9, withRichard Nelson (Lakewood). This course isfor those seeking to learn how to use orimprove their skills when using one of themost useful, powerful, and affordable com-puter tools available for saving documents.

Floyd Jamison (Parkwood) will offer twoWednesday sessions for those who alreadyhave a laptop with Windows 8 or 8.1 andwant to increase their skills, or just getanswers to thosenagging questions.Join him beginningon Wednesday, July2, for So You’veGot Windows 8 …Now What AreYou Going To DoWith It?

The Power ofRight Clicking is aclass for those whowant to learn howto be in command oftheir computer, withthe power to makechanges using right clicking – one of themost powerful operations you can performwith your mouse – as it provides shortcuts tomany menu items in Windows. Join DeanTraxler (Rosemont) for two Thursday ses-sions, beginning July 10.

Another class featuring shortcuts will betaught on three Monday sessions, beginningJuly 7. Join Russ Kraay (Oakmont) for thislevel-two class, Tips & Shortcuts for theSerious Computer User.

Coffee with A NeighborOn Thursday, July 17, Dr. Gerald

Langberg (Sundial) will share photos andmemories from two of his trips to theGalapagos Islands — one was with his wifePhyllis in 2002, and the other was with his

13 year-old-granddaughter and 12-year-oldgrandson in 2014. His photographs arealways stunning, and this presentation,Galapagos Redux, is sure to please.

For The Love Of LearningProfessor Adrian Kerr takes us on a five-

session journey through The Story of China.The impact of China’s history, religion, andculture is widespread, and is felt every day asits influence continues to grow. Join ProfessorKerr every Tuesday in July, starting on July 1,

to examine thisimmense and variedcountry from the ori-gins of its nativepeople to its currentposition on theworld stage.

The second ses-sion of What WeLearned Wrong inCivics will takeplace on Thursday,July 3, with NortonMcKnight (Lucina).This session will con-centrate on the

“rights” our founding fathers gained for usthat we are in danger of losing.

Pat Specht (Lakewood) will once againoffer a summer musical opportunity as weraise our voices in song on four Wednesdays,beginning July 9, with Sing! Sing! Sing!

Every semester, Employee Chaplain andscience lover Don Steenhoek shares the lat-est information with us. Beautiful ScienceXI (Big Bang’s Smoking Gun Found!) willtake place on Monday, July 14.

We will have the opportunity to exploreThe Grandeur of British Painting in threesessions of art history this month with DottieMagen, M.Ed. The first of these Monday ses-sions begins on July 14. Both portraiture andlandscapes will be the focus through slides,videos, and discussion.

Legacy SeminarJoin the Legacy Foundation to learn about

Beneficiary War Stories on Wednesday, July23. The presenters will be two vice presidentsfrom FineMark National Bank – DennisLandfried and Richard Riley.

Academy on The GoOur first educational field trip this

month will take you to downtown FortMyers on Thursday, July 10, to CelebrateThe New Library! Not only is the settingbeautiful, but we will have our own specialsummertime behind-the-scenes tour!

Technology Today & Tomorrow (T3)Don’t forget to take advantage of the

Apple iPad Free Walk-in Clinics onWednesdays from 10:15 to 11:45 in theTeaching Center on The Island. Just like amedical urgent care center, the iPad Walk-in Clinic is open for you to bring your ques-tions and problems for some expertone-on-one assistance from Penny Modrich(Nautilus) and her knowledgeable assistants.

Please refer to the brochure for TheAcademy of Lifelong Learning, available ateither service desk, or online at www.shell-point.net for more information or a printablecalendar. Confirm your class selections in theWeekly Reminder, as any last-minute changeswill be posted there or on SPTV. I continue towelcome ideas for future courses, and I look for-ward to seeing you at an Academy class soon!

Professor Adrian Kerr shares a new five-ses-sion course, The Story of China, each Tuesdayin July.

Academy on The Go heads to downtown FortMyers on July 10 to tour the new Lee CountyRegional Library.


The Health Connection Taking Pride In The Pursuitof Improved WellnessB Y M A R Y F R A N K L I N , M A N A G E R O F R E S O R T S E R V I C E S

When you are celebrating the red, white, and blue this month, do not forgetto take care of you. The Health Connection program offers a variety of pro-

grams in July that are sure to make you sparkle with overall well-being.

WellnessSpecialty

ClassesEvery six months, the Shell

Point Fitness Staff conducts theSenior Fitness Test.The test is partof the LifeSpan Wellness Program atFullerton University, developed byDr. Roberta Rikli and Dr. JessieJones. It is also known as theFullerton Functional Test.

The individual fitness test involves com-pleting common activities, such as getting upfrom a chair, walking, lifting, bending, andstretching. The tests were developed to be safeand enjoyable for older adults, while still meet-ing scientific standards for reliability and valid-ity. The Senior Fit Test will provide a way tomeasure your current fitness level within yourdesignated age bracket. The fitness team willguide participants through the exercises sothey can track progress every six months.

For more information about the SeniorFitness Test, please contact Fitness SupervisorMichelle Smith at 454-2107 or [email protected]. The tests will be givenin 20-minute intervals. Appointments mustbe arranged prior to July 10; however,appointments are available for the entiremonth of July. Exact times and locations willbe given when appointment is made.

The Spanish by Motion specialty fitnessclass is like no other. It gives you a chance tonot only physically work your muscles withrepetitive motions, but also to work yourmind muscles by using Spanish commands.Learning a new language is a great way to

stimulate thinking, but the objective is toalso be physically stimulating at the sametime. Songs and games will also be incorpo-rated with the different movements of thebody, as well as learning to sing and performthem in Spanish. All movements will bedone seated. These classes and learning tech-niques are developed with modifications thatcan make the workouts safe and challengingfor a person at any level. This new way ofexercise will be taught by Herb Wilcox(Royal Bonnet) every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom July 3 through August 7 at 12:45 p.m.in The Island Health Club.

The eight-week Balance Basics atAssisted Living is a progressive class designedto focus on posture, strength, and balance.Exercises will include strengthening the legs,feet, and ankles. The class will also offer bal-ancing techniques. While this class is gearedtoward the needs of those in Assisted Living,the program is appropriate for those who feelthey are highly challenged in this area andneed a slower-paced class. Balance Basics istaught by Fitness Coordinator and CertifiedPersonal Trainer Craig Norling. Althoughclass will be taught both standing and seated,

participants enrolling must feelcomfortable standing for 20 to 30minutes. This class is not recom-mended for those with major hiplimitations. The class will meet inthe King's Crown CommunityRoom each Monday andWednesday from July 7 throughAugust 27. The cost is $80.

Balance and MobilityTraining Level 1- Session B startson July 7 and runs every Mondayand Wednesday through

September 29. The class will meet in theIsland Health Club at 1:45 p.m. The coursefocuses on techniques to improve balanceand prevent falls, along with exercises tostrengthen the legs, feet, and ankles.Participants will also learn techniques forbetter posture. Balance and Mobility Level 1is for those looking to begin a structured bal-ance program while gaining strength, flexi-bility, and confidence. This class is taught byFitness Coordinator Craig Norling. Craig isa 2011 graduate of Heritage Institute with hisassociate’s degree in personal training. Thecourse fee is $120.

The Level 2 - Session B Balance andMobility Training course is designed forthose looking for a challenging balance pro-gram which includes stretching and strength-ening both lower and upper body muscleswhile gaining improved posture and gait.Level 2 focuses on gaining strength, increas-ing flexibility, and improving balance andcoordination. Level 2 Balance uses the bal-ance board, balance disks, and exercise ballsto challenge core stability and strength. If youare able to stand on one foot for 20 seconds,Level 2 is the right class for you. This class


will be taught by FitnessCoordinator Craig Norling onTuesdays and Thursdays fromJuly 8 through September 25 at2:45 p.m. in The Island HealthClub. The cost is $120.

Shell Point asYour ResourceDo you ever wander down the aisles

of Publix wondering what would be ahealthy option for dinner? Linda Rakos,RD/LD, assistant director of hospitalityservices, will put your curious mind at easeby conducting an informational tour at alocal Publix Supermarket. Participantswill learn about reading nutrition labels,identifying healthy foods in each foodgroup, identifying sources of sugar, under-standing the difference in fats and oils,recognizing the importance of food safety,comparing canned or packaged vs. freshfruits and vegetables, and the meaning oforganic labels. Join Linda for SmartShopping at Publix on Thursday, July 24,with court pick-ups starting at 8:30 a.m.The cost is $7.

Your MedicalCommunity

It’s All About You is a ChronicDisease Self Management Program beingoffered in collaboration with LeeMemorial Health System. The programis a research-based program prepared byStanford University. The six-week work-shop runs each Tuesday from July 8through August 12 at 1:15 p.m. in theManatee Room on The Island. Theprogram provides individuals with toolsto manage their chronic health condi-tions. Participants prepare an actionplan on a weekly basis. The core con-cepts taught includeaction planning, problemsolving, and decisionmaking. The program isboth interactive and fun.Participants will receivea helpful reference booktitled, Living A Healthy Lifewith Chronic Conditions.

Leaders trained by StanfordUniversity or Lee MemorialHealth System will be present-

ing the six-week workshop. Join Jack Adams of Audiology

Consultants of Southwest Florida onWednesday, July 16, at 1:15 p.m. in theSocial Center for LACE: Listening andCommunication Enhancement. He willcover ways to develop listening commu-nication skills and strategies that canhelp compensate for those situationswhen hearing is inadequate. Adams isalso a specialty medical provider at TheArbor Medical Center. He received bothhis bachelor of science in psychology andmaster’s of science in audiology fromTulane University. His post-graduate pro-gram was completed at the University ofIllinois.

Dr. David Eichten will cover WhatYou Need to Know About HipFractures from an orthopedic perspec-tive. The informative lecture will includediscussion on types of fractures, surgicalprocedures, prevention, recovery, andosteoporosis.Dr. Eichten isan orthopedicsurgeon withJoint ImplantSurgeons ofFlorida. Hecurrently treatspatients at TheArbor MedicalCenter at ShellPoint on Fridaymornings.Hecompleted anadult reconstruction and joint replace-ment fellowship right here in FortMyers and performs hip and kneereplacement with the most advanced

techniques. Dr. Eichten grewup in Minnesota, completedhis training in medical schoolat Kansas City University, andhis residency through OhioUniversity. Mark your calen-dar to attend this presentationon Friday, July 25, at 10:30a.m. in the Oak Room.

July ScheduleFor reservations & information,call 454-2136 Monday throughFriday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

TUESDAYS Lunch at Rumrunners and

explore Cape Harbor 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

THURSDAYS Travel through the ChiquitaBoat Lock for lunch at The

Joint in Cape Coral10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Special OccasionsDo you have family visiting, are you

celebrating a birthday or an anniversary, doyou want to plan a party for your court?The Suzy Q is the perfect amenity to makeyour celebration a special occasion. Whenmaking a reservation for a private charter,the choice of where to go and when to go isyours — including the option of enjoyingsunset cruises!

Reservations for private trips areavailable for Shell Point resident groups,as well as outside groups that are spon-sored by a Shell Point resident. Residentgroups can enjoy a minimum of two hourson the Suzy Q for just $200, with $75 foreach additional hour.

Outside groups, sponsored by Shell Pointor a Shell Point resident, are welcome toschedule the Suzy Q for a minimum of twohours at a cost of $300, with a charge of $100for each additional hour.

To schedule a private charter, contactMelody Desilets at 454-2290.

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On Wednesday, July 16, JackAdams of Audiology Consult-ants will cover the basis ofLACE: Listening and Communi-cation Enhancement.

Orthopedic SurgeonDr. David Eichten willshare What You Needto Know About HipFractures on Friday,July 25.


LifeQuest has been motivating andeducating residents for a year and ahalf now. Throughout that period of time, theprogram has filtered throughout Shell Pointand is now efficiently operating in all threeareas of the community: independent living,assisted living, and skilled nursing.

This month marks another milestone.Starting in July, all three levels of care will befocusing on the same dimension of wellnesseach month. Even though programs will be

designed and implemented to touch on all sixdimensions, one dimension will get specialattention each month. This month’s dimen-sion of focus is Community and Social.

Shell Point is a community with a multi-tude of social and community events. Fromthe time residents move in, there are oppor-tunities to become as socially engaged as theywish. By choosing to participate, residentsbuild relationships that foster true friendshipsand they gain a sense of “family” here. Socialfunctions planned with the individual courtsprovide a great way to foster neighbor-to-neighbor friendships. The Resident Life teamand the activity leaders in assisted living andskilled nursing offer a variety of themed socialevents, holiday programs, weekly activities,trips, and cultural programs that bring resi-dents with like interests together.

Volunteering is also a wonderful oppor-

tunity for residents to remain engaged. Morethan half of the resident population volun-teers right at Shell Point, creating a true senseof community through the very strong cultureof giving to others. Residents share their tal-ents, education, and life experiences, whichmakes the community exceedingly rich withopportunities to contribute and benefit from

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one another’s special gifts. Residents serve in a variety of leadership

positions, such as the Resident Council, advi-sory boards, program leaders, focus groups, andShell Point ambassadors. The generosity ofresidents giving their time and talents helpsstrengthen and make Shell Point be the bestit can be.

Those who want to remain engaged inhappenings throughout the community canstay informed and connected to the latestShell Point news and happenings throughShell Point Today on SPTV channel 11, theWeekly Reminder, community bulletin boards,and the monthly Shell Point Life magazine.

In addition, the resident website atwww.shellpoint.net is a great place to find allthe latest news and information. Shell Pointalso connects with residents and the generalpublic through the community’s Facebookpage at www.facebook.com/shellpoint.

Opportunities to socialize and feel a con-nection to the Shell Point community allowresidents to enhance their quality of life byremaining involved. Residents who choose tobe engaged in activities and events at ShellPoint tend to feel a general sense of happinessand fulfillment.

Feel free to contact me, Mary Franklin,resort services and wellness manager, for moredetailed information about community andsocial opportunities at Shell Point.

Special LifeQuest

Event with Rev.

Hawkins • July 30

Rev. Andrew Hawkins,Ph.D., senior pastor of The Village Church,will offer a motivating presentation on thespiritual dimension and how it relates to theother five dimensions of Lifequest: naturalenvironment, physical, emotional, educa-tional, and community and social.Wednesday, July 30 at 1:15 p.m. in theSocial Center on The Island.

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DiscussionLiving Life to the Fullest at

Assisted LivingSat, July 26 at 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL

Many people think that a move toassisted living signals the end of lead-ing an active life. Here at Shell Point,that is certainly not true. Come andhear about the LifeQuest benefits ofassisted living from Assisted LivingActivities Supervisor Inga Bredahl aswell as residents. Bill Saunders, JeanField, and Jane Hanks will be just someof the residents who will answer anyquestions you may have about livingeach day to its fullest!


Each Tuesday in the Osprey Room onThe Island, Fitness Supervisor MichelleSmith invites Shell Point residents and staffmembers to join her for informational ses-sions regarding healthy living tips, trends,and techniques. On Tuesday, June 3, a groupof health-minded Shell Pointers gathered ina new location, The Island Health Club, fora special class led by Fitness CoordinatorMelanie Brod. Melanie said, “We receivedseveral requests from employees and resi-dents to do a class featuring the use ofexercise stability balls. During the after-noon session, we were able to demonstrate

exercises for corestrength, balance,and more for all fit-ness levels.”

If you are inter-ested in learning about various ways toimprove your overall health, plan to attendthe Healthy Living class each Tuesday from11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the OspreyRoom. Both residents and staff members arewelcome. Feel free to bring your lunch! Andif you have an idea for a future HealthyLiving class, email Michelle Smith [email protected].

Healthy LivingResidents and staff members share interest in improving theiroverall well-being.

What’s yourQuest?

4th of July Lunch at the CrystalFriday, July 411:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISCelebrate Independence Day with an All-

American buffetwhile enjoying thewonderful enter-tainment of DanielKlimoski. Grab yourfriends and neigh-bors to enjoy a red,white and blueafternoon. Afterlunch, be sure totake part in the fun

and festivities of the 4th of July Jamboree atThe Woodlands Commons!

Lunch with a Latin Kick – El Clandestino Comida CaseraMonday, July 710:15 a.m. Island pickup10:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup10:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup1:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Location: Cape CoralEl Clandestino Comida Casera is a family-owned and operated Latin Restaurant withinfluences from Cuba, Ecuador, Peru,Argentina, and even Italy! They pridethemselves in providing guests with the bestfood and customer service. Reviews indicatedelectable meals with a Latin kick, and to“get there before the entire world hearsabout how good it is!”

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To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort services andwellness manager, at 454-2152 or email: [email protected]

Friday, July 42:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.Woodlands Commons/WDLPatriotism will be the themeof the day during the 4th ofJuly Jamboree. Beat the heatwith five different kinds of icecream and quench your thirst

with old-fashioned lemonade. Win aprize by playing a variety of games,including Coke bottle ring toss, bas-ket toss, and cake walk! A Dixielandband will be strolling throughoutThe Woodlands Commons, while

Dan Philgreen sere-nades outside by thepond. Don’t forget tohave your caricaturedrawn and grab a bal-loon animal. The eventwill also include rafflesfor exciting prizes.

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Market PlaceFriday, July 11, 18, 258:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Administration Courtyard/ISShopping and summer go hand-in-hand at

the Shell PointMarket Place. Stopby each Friday tosee what new spe-cialty items and sea-sonal selections arebeing offered by thefriendly group oflocal vendors.

Saturday DVD: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)Saturday, July 122:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLA daydreamer (Ben Stiller) escapes hisanonymous life by disappearing into a worldof fantasies filled with heroism, romance,and action. Whenhis job along withthat of his co-worker are threat-ened, he takesaction in the realworld, embarkingon a global journeythat turns into anadventure moreextraordinary thananything he could have ever imagined.Come and see what happens along thisinspiring journey.

Private Shopping Experience at Chico'sBell Tower ShopsTuesday, July 158:15 a.m. Island pickup8:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup1:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Shell Point residents are invited to enjoy anexclusive shopping experience at the brightand beautiful world of Chico’s – an hourbefore the store opens to the general public!During this fun and fashionable event, allparticipants will be given an additional 10%

discount on their purchases. Outfit coordi-nators will be on hand to help you puttogether an ensemble you will be sure toenjoy for a long time. Lunch will be atBistro 41, or you can arrange to eat elsewhere. Bistro 41 has lunch selectionstypically priced from $8 to $20.

Trader Joe’s:Fabulous Food and MoreSaturday, July 1912:30 p.m. Island pickup12:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup5:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $8.00 (no meals for this trip)A trip to Trader Joe’s unique grocerystore is back by popular demand! Thestaff at Trader Joe’sdons Hawaiianshirts, creating arelaxed islandfeel to the en-vironment, buttheir commit-ment to fairtrade, good prices,and healthy eating issomething they take most seriously.Due to the length of drive back toShell Point and lack of refrigeration, itis not recommended that residentspurchase frozen or perishable items onthis excursion. Purchases are limitedto what you can carry all at once.

Sunday Matinee - A Place in the Sun (1951)Sunday, July 202:30 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLMontgomery Clift stars as a poor factoryworker who falls inlove with a beauti-ful socialite(Elizabeth Taylor)during a courtshipwith a factory girl(Shelley Winters).The choices hemakes eventually unravel his world forever.Elizabeth Taylor is at her peak of beauty inthis film that received six Oscars. The movieis two hours long with subtitles.

Sunset Evening by the PoolMonday, July 217:15 p.m. LifeQuest Aquatic Center/IS

Cool down from a hot summer’s day with asunset pool celebration. As the sun goesdown, the beautiful sounds of singer JenniferGilmore will float throughout the pool areawhile you enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres.The bright colors and twinkling lights sur-rounding that area will add to the delight ofthis social engagement.

Library Book TalkTuesday, July 222:15 p.m.Social Center/ISThe War That Ended The Peace: The Road to1914, by Margaret MacMillan, will bereviewed by Jim Smith of Lakewood.Named as one of 2013’s best books of theyear by numerous reviewers, this narrativenonfiction title is a fascinating portrait ofEurope from 1900 up to the outbreak ofWorld War I. Discussion and refreshmentswill follow the presentation.

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Courtney's Continental Cuisine for DinnerTuesday, July 224:45 p.m. Island pickup4:55 p.m. Woodlands pickup5:05 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup7:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $6.00 (dinner on your own)The dining room at Courtney’s Continental

Cuisine offersan experienceyou will wantto repeat. Besure to checkout their sun-set dining spe-

cials, where most selections are under $15and include choice of soup or salad, potato,veggies, and bread with fresh herb olive oil.Regular menu selections typically rangefrom $13 to $34. Chef Dale makes all thedesserts, so be sure to leave room for a sweetconclusion.

Behind the Scenes: Chiller PlantWednesday, July 2310:00 a.m.Meet Outside the Chiller PlantMaximum: 15 peopleHave you ever wondered about themystery behind Shell Points veryown Chiller Plant? The facility supplies theair conditioning for all of Shell Point,

except the garden apartments, facilities,The Springs, and the houses in Palm Acres.They have the capacity to produce 7,800tons of air conditioning. The 24-hour work-ing plant also produces the heat and hotwater for Eagles Preserve and TheWoodlands. Remarkably, the team thatoperates the Chiller Plant is the smallestdepartment at Shell Point, with just 10 per-sonnel. Don’t miss your chance to take apersonal tour of this amazing facility! Therewill be walking and stairs to climb, so makesure you wear closed-toe shoes.

Art by Those with Special AbilitiesFriday, July 253:00 p.m. Island pickup3:10 p.m. Woodlands pickup3:20 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup7:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $13.00 (dinner on your own)

Explore thework of dozensof artists withspecial abilitiesfrom aroundthe Lee

County community as they display their spe-cial artistic skills with beautiful 2D and 3Dart. The Arts in Healthcare program at LeeMemorial Health System is proud to partnerwith Sydney and Berne Davis Arts Center tobring Art by the disABLEd to a wider com-munity audienceduring the summermonths. The groupwill spend approxi-mately one hour atthe exhibit beforeleaving for dinner at Pincher's Crab Shack toenjoy the freshest seafood served in a fun,down-to-earth atmosphere. This is the newPincher’s at The Marina at Edison Ford –right on the water downtown. Platter mealstypically run $12 to $20 and they offer funspecials such as 70 cents per shrimp.

Movie Night: The Long, Long Trailer (1954)Monday, July 286:45 p.m.Social Center/IS

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz live slaphappilyever after as newlyweds honeymooning inThe Long, Long Trailer, breezily directed byVincente Minnelli. They quickly find thatthe interior of a moving trailer is ideal fortossing a Caesar salad – and everything else;that backing up their 40-foot, three-tonhome is only a little more difficult thanthreading a needle wearing boxing gloves;and that trailer-park folks are neighborly sortswho turn the lovebirds’ rig into the wrong,wrong trailer by crashing the wedding night.You are going to love this wonderful farce!

Christmas in JulyTuesday, July 292:15 p.m. Social Center/ISCan you hear the jingling ofChristmas bells already? Youwill certainly hear themas you dash into a roomfilled with twinklinglights, Christmas music,decorated trees, and awhite “blizzard” treat. Onthis blissfully chilly after-noon, come build your ownsweet treat with the wide variety of snowywhite toppings while watching a film on thehistory of Christmas. Who says we can’t getin the holiday spirit in July?

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Beach DayThursday, July 318:30 a.m. Island pickup8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup3:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $16.00 (ice cream on your own)Beach Day is an outing that addresses all sixdimensions of wellness for healthy aging. Afavorite outing for many residents, beachday gets us all out in the sun, shade, andsurf! The group will head to Delnor WigginsPass State Park for fun, food, and frolic. Apicnic lunch will be served and a traditionalstop for ice cream will be included on thetrip back to Shell Point.

Walkingrequired

Walking up anddown stairs

Special event buswill be running

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054)

The summer months allow theShell Point hospitality servicesand dining staff members to performnecessary cleaning projects and var-ious updates in each dining venuethroughout the community. The Café Promenade will be

closed starting Saturday, July 12,through Sunday, August 24. Duringthat time, the Palm Grill, located inThe Woodlands Commons, willremain open for sit-down lunch and

dinner every Tuesday throughSaturday. The Crystal Room on TheIsland will be open for lunch anddinner Monday through Friday, andfor brunch on Sunday. For lighterfare, stop by The Island Café from 7a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week, toenjoy a simple cup of coffee or amade-to-order meal.

We look forward to serving youat the Café Promenade when wereopen on Monday, August 25.

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"Those who won our independence believed liberty to

be the secret of happiness andcourage to be the secret of liberty."

– Louis D. Brandeis, American lawyer andassociate justice on the

U.S. Supreme Court from 1916 to 1939.


Alcoholics Anonymous MeetingThursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, & 314:30 p.m.Sabal Room/WDLAlcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship ofmen and women who share their experi-ence, strength, and hope with each otherthat they may solve their common problemand help others recover from alcoholism.This “open” meeting of AA welcomes thosewho struggle with alcohol as well as thosewho support them. For more information,contact the intergroup phone number 275-5111.

Cancer Support 1-on-1 MentoringThe goal of this resident-led program is toestablish group mentoring connectionsbetween newly diagnosed cancer patientsand cancer survivors. Contact BarbaraMaruchi (Lakewood) at 433–9488.

Caregiver Support Group Tuesdays, July 1 & 15Group 1: 9:15 a.m. Group 2: 10:30 a.m.2nd Floor Educational Room #2Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS

This therapeutic group is aimed at helpingresidents deal with issues of being a care-giver for someone with a memory disorder.The resident with a memory disorder maybe cared for in independent living, assistedliving, or skilled nursing. Dr. Nancy Spencerfacilitates the group and can be reached at454-2043. Sign-up is required.

Diabetes Group AppointmentThe group is taking the month of July off.They will resume on August 1. Both insulinand non-insulin diabetics are encouraged toattend. Each monthly meeting covers a dif-ferent topic and includes open discussion.

Healing Journey Grief SupportThis series of sessions examines the physical,emotional, mental, and spiritual effects ofgrief. The group is currently on a break, butanyone who is seeking grief support can callDotty Morrison (Cellana) at 337-4015 orthe church office at 454-2147.

Memory Care Support GroupsNote - Individual assessment is requiredbefore joining one of the following groups:

Tuesdays, July 1 & 15Group 1: 9:15 a.m. or Group 2: 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room #1Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS

Wednesdays, July 2, 9, & 163:00 p.m. Behavioral Health Office2nd Floor Medical Center/IS

These therapeutic groups are designed toprovide education and support to residentswho have some type of memory disorder.The objectives of the groups are to identifypractical strategies to help residents bettermanage their memory loss, address long-range planning, and offer an environmentthat fosters a sense of purpose and height-ened self-esteem. The last Wednesday ofevery month will be facilitated for the care-giver who already has a loved one attendingthe Wednesday meetings. Kathy Fratrick,LSCW, facilitates the group and can bereached at 454-2073. Individual appoint-ments are also available.

Neuropathy Support GroupWednesday, July 1611:00 a.m.Oak Room/WDLThis group provides support and educationopportunities for those dealing with neuropa-thy. Contact Lenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood)at 443-4769.

Parkinson’s Enrichment Group Monday, July 710:15 a.m.Social Center/ISThe goal of this group is to provide supportand educational opportunities to thoseaffected by Parkinson’s disease as a patient,caregiver, family member, or friend. Each meet-ing includes a speaker covering topics relatedto Parkinson’s, as well as group discussion andopportunities for emotional support. For moreinformation, contact Janine Hammond, resi-dent support services manager, at 454-2186.

Shell Point C.O.P.D. Support Group Tuesday, July 221:30 p.m.Oak Room/WDLJack Hubbard (Lakewood) leads this inform-ative group to share information and knowl-edge among individuals who are oxygendependent. The group meets quarterly andthe next meeting is July 22.

The Vision Enrichment GroupThis group is currently on summer break. Ifyou would like information about vision-related resources, contact Angie Prichard at454-2134.

SUPPORTGROUPS


A CARE & COMPANIONSHIP PROGRAM

Day Respite at The Arbor offers astructured activities program, super-vised care and companionship designedfor Shell Point residents. This programhosted at The Arbor is designed to pro-vide a new option for residents whomay need occasional assistance or arespite from the daily challenges ofcare-giving for a spouse.

Shell Point is excited to announce anew option for residents who mayneed occasional assistance or a much deservedrespite from the daily challenges of caregivingfor a spouse. Adult day care services were pre-viously offered in the Waterside MedicalComplex through Hope Hospice andCommunity Services. Although this was agreatly appreciated program among its few par-ticipants, it was generally underutilized byShell Point caregivers and subsequently closedin mid-2013.

In response to the understanding thatcaregivers are still in need of support, ShellPoint is now offering Day Respite services incombination with the assisted living servicesat The Arbor. This new program is able tomore cost effectively provide the requestedresource to the entire Shell Point Community.

On July 1, the Day Respite services beginoffering a structured daily activities program,

along with supervised care and companion-ship, designed and delivered by Shell Pointstaff for Shell Point residents. Hosted at TheArbor, the program provides caregivers with aneeded break, whether it is on a weekly basisor just as an occasional day to experience free-dom from the challenges of providing care toa loved one.

Day Respite services are available Mondaythrough Friday, excluding holidays, in a desig-nated location within The Arbor. The pro-gram offers both full and half-day options.

Day Respite PricesDay Respite Services are available for $60

per day. The full-day price includes lunch.Day Respite Services are available for

$27.50 without the meal service or $37.50with lunch. The half-day rates are available forboth the morning and afternoon sessions.

The half-day morning session is offeredfrom 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and the after-noon session is available from 12:30 p.m. to 5p.m. Attendees who are picked up late will becharged a $10 late fee for every 15 minuteincrement (or any portion thereof) past theirscheduled pick-up time.

Registration is required prior to the firstday of participation in the program. Interestedcaregivers may call Arbor Resident RelationsRepresentative Patt Turner at 454-2292between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, formore information. Reservations for this pro-gram are required at least one week in advance.

DayRespite at The Arbor

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Shell Point employees are known tosmile, and they even do so whileworking behind the scenes! Pleaseconsider showing your appreciation forthe hard working staff members ofShell Point by making a contributionto the 2014 Employee Christmas Gift.

Keep Smiling

If you have any questions, please contact Campaign ChairmanDick Wright (Eagles Preserve) at 226-1011.

Employee Christmas Gift

Symphony Classical Masterworks Series

Transportation Cost: $35

Saturday, November 15, 2014Saturday, January 17, 2015 Saturday, February 21, 2015

Saturday, March 28, 2015Saturday, April 25, 2015

Start time: 8:00 p.m.

Community Concert SeriesTransportation Cost: $35

Friday, January 16, 2015Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Monday, February 23, 2015Thursday, March 12, 2015Monday, March 23, 2015

Start time: 7:30 p.m.

Any residents attending the South westFlorida Symphony and CommunityConcert Series at the Barbara B. MannPerforming Arts Hall are welcome to signup for transportation provided by ShellPoint. Please note, this is sign-up for trans-portation only. You must purchase concert tickets on

your own by calling either 418-1500 for theSymphony Classical Masterwork Series and

Classical Series, and 693-4849 for theCommunity Concert Series. To sign up forShell Point’s transportation service, calleither service desk at 454-2282 or 454-2054.Bus passes will be issued in the fall.

If you are interested in using Shell Point’stransportation for either concert series, pleaseconsider the following before signing up:• Walking is involved from the bus to

the building.

• There are stairs or an elevator for accessto seats located on the upper levels.

• The Barbara B. Mann Performing ArtsHall does not provide wheelchairs.

Hop on the BusLet Shell Point Do the Driving to the SouthwestFlorida Symphony & Community Concert Series

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Pam Endsley joined the salonteam upon her recent arrival inFlorida. Originally from Ohio, Pamshared her talents at a high-end salonand spa for 25 years. She is happy tohave found a home here at Shell Point.Word of mouth is quickly spreadingacross the community about the quality

of work that Pam bringsto the Salon. Pleaseextend a warm ShellPoint welcome to Pam!

Admire Pam’s WorkBarbara Wagner was

referred to Pam at theIsland Salon & Spa.Barbara’s friend, Natalie,

enjoyed the services and creative hairdesign by Pam and wanted to share thisexperience with Barbara. Barbara wasthrilled with her new hair cut andcolor. The foiled highlights are whatreally make Barbara’s hair color standout. The variation is beautiful. Addinga few foils to any hair color helps makeit look natural and vibrant. Barbara’snew haircut compliments the shape ofher face perfectly. The softness aroundthe ear and volume in the crown addsa feminine touch to this short style.This style is finished with a curlingiron, leaving separation in the curl for-mations. This style is very populartoday and certainly gives Barbara amodern look.

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Navy UDT-SealMuseum

The Navy SEAL Museum was thefirst destination the group of ShellPoint residents experienced when theyjourneyed to Fort Pierce, Florida, inMay. While residents immediatelysensed the immense pride exud-ing from each of the SEALMuseum staff members, theycertainly understood that pridemuch more after touring the museum andlearning about the amazing work the SEALshave accomplished and continue to achieve.

SEAL training is excruciatingly tough,and the job of a Navy SEAL is even tougher.

In the heart of eachoperator is an ethic of

the highest standards of personal integrityand performance, dedication to teammatesand loyalty to country. SEALs possess morethan physical prowess and intelligence; theyhave a mental toughness few can match.

As in past conflicts, they prefer obscurity;however, unlike past conflicts, they havebecome increasingly a focus of national inter-est; particularly since the 2009 rescue ofCaptain Richard Phillips of the Maersk shipAlabama, and the 2011 raid at Abbottabad,Pakistan, where they killed Osama bin Laden.

Clockwise from top left: One of the first Underwater Demolition Teams (UDTs). Original scubagear used by UDTs. Don Schorr (Cameo) got behind the wheel of a Lightweight Tactical All Ter-rain Vehicle (LTATV). Art Sherrill (Nautilus) and Jim Rudolph (Rosemont) examined the MaerskAlabama, the lifeboat upon which Captain Richard Phillips was held hostage for five days beforebeing rescued by the Navy SEALs.

DESTINATION:FORT PIERCE, FL.

ACADEMY ONTHE GO

EXPLORING THE TREASURE COASTEXPLORING THE TREASURE COASTB Y B E V C H A N D L E Y , P R O G R A M C O O R D I N A T O R

Above: Phase 2 of BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) training involves eightweeks of intense dive training.

The entrance to the Navy SEAL Museumis guarded by the statue of the NakedWarrior as a testament to the raw brav-ery and tremendous skills of the Navycombat swimmers who were the prede-cessors of today’s Navy SEALs. Thesemen went into battle equipped only withswim fins, face mask, and a slate boardwith a led pencil on which to record in-telligence gathered. Their only weaponwas a K-Bar knife.

“In times of war or uncertainty thereis a special breed of warrior ready toanswer our Nation’s call. A common manwith uncommon desire to succeed. Forgedby adversity, he stands alongside America’sfinest special operations forces to serve hiscountry, the American people, and protecttheir way of life. I am that man.”

NAVY SEAL ETHOS

It is a little-known fact that the fore-most precursors of today’s Navy SEALs,the Pacific Underwater DemolitionTeams (UDT), originated on Oahu’swindward coast at Waimanalo Beach. InDecember, 1943, two years after theattack on Pearl Harbor, UDT-1 andUDT-2 were formed at AmphibiousTraining Base Waimanalo, which wassituated in proximity of today’s BellowsAir Force Station.

The group from Shell Point wasamazed at all they learned at the SEALMuseum, and left with a newfoundrespect for the men who serve in the spe-cial operations force.

After the SEAL Museum, the groupchecked into their waterfront hotel andheaded out to dinner Chuck’s Steakhouse.

Small Town HistoryOn the second day, the group was

split into two groups. The first half wenton a boat tour of the Indian River whilethe other toured the Fort PierceRegional History Center. The groupsswapped tours later in the day.

Overlooking the magnificent IndianRiver in Museum Point Park, the FortPierce Regional History Center offers aglimpse at the foundation of the FortPierce community. From their earliest-known residents, the Ais Indians to theCreek and later the Seminoles, youcould see their lifestyle in the artifactsand displays. The displays traced the riseof the fishing industry and the failedefforts at making Florida the “PineappleCapital of the World.”

Fort Pierce was named after Lt. Col.Benjamin K. Pierce, President FranklinPierce’s brother, who established a U.S.Army fort there during the secondSeminole War in 1838. But it wouldtake more than 60 years for the area to

officially become thecity of Fort Pierce.

After a heartylunch at Cobb’s, thegroup was trans-ported to theHeathcote Gardens.Heathcote is worldfamous for its bonsai

collection, but it also has wonderful rain for-est gardens, Japanese gardens, and butterfly

gardens. The clever signage for each Bonsaistates “in training since 1979” or whateverdate the Bonsai had begun to be shaped. Itis always joyful to experience the wondersof nature in Florida’s fine b otanical gardens.

Throughout the Academy on the Gotour, the group enjoyed sharing in theadventure and experience at every stop.Special thanks go to Trendy Tours for theassistance they provided with the logisticsthat made this trip one to remember.


Heathcote BotanicalGardens features an assortment ofspecialty gardens,including aJapanese Garden,Reflection Garden,Herb Garden,Rainforest Display,Native PlantsGarden, and a Palmand Cycad Walk.

Horses wore special sand shoesdesigned to help them navigatethe sandy pineapple fieldsalong the Indian River.

HISTORICAL FORT PIERCEFort Pierce is among the oldest communities on theeast coast of Florida with its rich history beginning in1837 when Lt. Benjamin K. Pierce built the fort thatwas the headquarters for the U.S. Army during theSeminole Indian War.

L-R: Joseph Tienstra (Parkwood) and Phil Meredith (Sundial) lounge in rocking chairs on the porch.Jean Johnson (Parkwood), Sylvia Chamberlin (Royal Bonnet), and Carol Palermo (Royal Bonnet) smilein the sunshine while Anna Marie Tesoriero (Sundial) enjoys a moment in the shade.

After the war, Fort Pierce, its accessi-ble waterways and later Flagler’s rail-way gave rise to commerce thatwould make the city the economichub of the Treasure Coast. Today thehistoric waterfront community hasbeen revitalized while maintaining its“Old Florida” seaside village appeal.


Shell Point’s newest neighborhood,The Estuary, is continuing to take shapeas construction has officially begun on theCommunity Building and the first residence– a Useppa signature home. Bob Southern,assistant to the president for project develop-ment, explained, “We wanted to completethe Community Building in coordinationwith the first home, as the facility will housesome of the infrastructure for the neighbor-hood, such as the assistance call system.”

It is estimated that both theCommunity Building and signaturehome will be completed inNovember. After this first stage of theconstruction process is complete, theproject development team plans toturn over one unit each week for thefollowing 50 weeks.

Sales Director TedBenjamin shared, “At thispoint in the sales process,we have sold 25 units – 8signature homes and 17twin villas. There are cur-rently 25 remaining twin villa units availablewith two different floor plans. Previewhomes of the Captiva and Sanibel floor planswill be available for tours in late Septemberor early October. Overall, we are pleased toreport that we are progressing ahead ofschedule and we are looking forward to wel-coming our first official residents to theirnew home in December of this year.”

The construction of Shell Point’s newclubhouse is scheduled to begin after thesale of the 38th residence. In addition to theamenities offered to golfers, the 35,000

square-foot clubhouse willinclude a health club, salon,meeting room, dining facility,and other common spaces foruse by all Shell Point residents.

For more information aboutthis new neighborhood, includ-ing floor plans, community ren-derings, and a video tour of thesample home, visit www.shell-point.org/estuary.

News from The EstuaryConstruction Begins andSales Continue

Below: Construction is alsounderway on the footbridge thatwill span a section of the lake.

Above: Construction has begun onthe first signature home, a Useppadesign located near the entranceof the new neighborhood.

Right: An aerial view of The Estuarysite shows the footprint of the neigh-borhood and highlights its closeproximity to the Caloosahatchee.

Below: The curb has been addedaround the circle that will lead toThe Estuary’s community buildingand pool.


Phishing is a form of scamming. Muchlike traditional fishing, where you baita hook to catch your prey, phishing uses elec-tronic forms of bait to steal personal infor-mation or money from consumers.

Phishing - Example 1

The most common instances of phishingare done via email. For example, beware ofemails from your bank claiming thatthere has been a problem with youraccount and that you need to clicka link and enter personal informa-tion in order to resolve the issue.What gets most people is that theemail and the related link legitimatelylook like they have been sent from your bank.However, in most cases, the scammer has sim-

ply duplicated the look of your financial insti-tution’s email and website in order to stealyour valuable personal information. If youreceive an email from your bank that asksyou to divulge personal information, do notrespond. Instead, call the bank and ask ifthere are issues with your account. And

be sure to tell them about the emailyou received.

Phishing -Example 2

There is also aform of phishing that

uses search engines to preyupon consumers searching for a good

deal. The user is baited to click a link for asite that promises a low cost for products and

services. But when the user tries to make apurchase, the phishing site simply steals theircredit card information.

Your Security Software

Those are just two of many examples ofphishing. As scammers get more and moresophisticated in their methods of phishing,consumers must become more aware of thelingering dangers and more vigilant aboutprotecting their personal information. It isimportant to ensure that your computersecurity software is up to date while alsobeing mindful of your risk each time youshare your personal information online. Asalways, if you need help with a technologyquestion or issue, please call 454-2190 toplace a work order.

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In March 2014, the Shell Point HomeCare team welcomed their new man-ager, Terri Bystedt, RN, MSN. Terri brings awealth of knowledge and experience to thecommunity, and is looking for-ward to continuing the tradi-tion of excellence that ShellPoint Home Care has upheldthroughout its more than 14years of service.

Terri grew up in New YorkCity and received her bachelorof science in nursing from theUniversity of Bridgeport inConnecticut. Shortly after col-lege, she moved to Switzerlandand received her master’s degree in the nurseanesthetist program at the University ofBern. Terri lived in Switzerland for 20 years,raising her family, traveling extensively,working as a nurse anesthetist, and serving

as a member of the National SwissRescue Service. “I experienced remark-ably exciting adventures while takingpart in some intensive rescues in the

Swiss Alps,” she said. Ready for a change of

pace, Terri returned to theStates in 2001 and began acareer in home health. Sheexplained, “I was done withsnow and mountains. I hadenough of that. I wanted sunand sand. I moved straight fromSwitzerland to Naples, Florida.”

Terri’s first position in homecare involved serving as the

supervisor of the Collier County VisitingNurse Association. Her experience in homehealth continued to grow as she went on toserve as the administrator and director ofnursing for national and state-wide Medicare

home health companies. After 13 years ofmastering the complexities of regulationsand coding related to Medicare, she wasready for another change.

She found exactly what she was searchingfor when she interviewed for the Home CareManager position at Shell Point. “I couldimmediately tell that everyone seemed happyhere. And I was basically flabbergasted by thelength of employment of the staff members.There are many people who have been with

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PERSONAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES

NEWS FROM SHELLPOINT HOME CAREIntroducing New Manager andProviding Same Great Service

Representatives from the Home Care team, fromL-R: Dennis Bross, Barbara Perez, Terri Bystedt,Renate Flint, Tomasa Davila, and Rose Guerrier.

Home Care ManagerTerri Bystedt, RN, MSN

the company for more than 10 years. That justdoesn’t happen in Medicare and home health.Everything was so positive.”

Now that Terri has settled into her newrole, she has found comfort in knowing thatshe can rely on Shell Point’s dedicated staffmembers for help and support. “There is stilla learning curve, but I’m happy to be a partof the wonderful team that provides such anamazing service to the residents of ShellPoint.”

That service, as Terri explained, isuniquely tailored to each resident. “The carethat we provide is dictated by our clients. Ifclients want an aide to take them for a walk,read to them, or take them to an appoint-ment, then that’s what we do. Home Care isimportant because it affords peace of mind.”

Peace of mind is more than just a com-mon phrase when it comes to Home Care.

Peace of Mind is an actual program offeredby Home Care that recognizes the value ofproviding an array of services designed tokeep residents living in the comfort of theirown home for as long as possible. “Home iswhere people are their happiest – they eat thebest, rest the best, and live the best. We wantto help support that while recognizing theimportance of privacy and the value of main-taining control of one’s personal life.”

For residents who serve as caregivers fora spouse or loved one, many obstacles canthreaten that happiness. A caregiver mightneed to go out of town, or be away fromhome due to an emergency. A significantchallenge arises if their loved one cannot beleft alone at home and there is not a backupplan.

“The Peace of Mind program is designedto fill in the gap,” explained Terri.

“Caregivers complete the Home Care paper-work ahead of time. Then, if they are calledaway suddenly, our certified nursing assis-tants can step in – whether it’s for two hours,two days,or longer.”

Caring, Convenient,Trusted, and FlexibleWhether you are recuperating from a

recent surgery, have a spouse that needsmore care than you are able to give, or sim-ply recognize that it’s getting harder andharder to complete the “routine activities”you are accustomed to, Shell Point HomeCare is available to all residents.

Shell Point Home Care customizes itscare for every individual – from simplecooking and companionship, to moreinvolved tasks like medication managementand routine hygiene. Caregivers work withShell Point Home Care to list these prefer-ences so that if emergencies happen, theHome Care team will know exactly how tocare for their loved one.

“Personal preferences really matter,”expressed Terri. “We develop a custom careplan focusing on each individual. A clientmay need a few hours at the beginning ofthe day for breakfast, showering, and gettingdressed, and then they’re good to go for therest of the day. As much as 24 hour-a-daycare may be more appropriate. Whateverthe personal situation, planning aheadaffords peace of mind.”

Shell Point Home Care consists of morethan 50 home health aides and certifiednursing assistants, all of whom are ShellPoint employees. Anyone can request ShellPoint Home Care, as doctor’s orders are notrequired. There is a charge for Home Care;fees are billed through monthly Shell Pointstatements.

If you, or someone you know, is inter-ested in learning more about the benefitsof Peace of Mind and other Shell PointHome Care services, please visit the HomeCare Department in its new location onthe first floor of the Larsen Pavilion, orcall 454-2242.


• Bathing, Dressing, & Hygiene

• Caregiver Support

• Companionship

• Laundry & Ironing

• Shopping

• Walking Assistance

• Meal Planning & Preparation

• Escort to Appointmentsand Outings

• Reading & Letter Writing

• Medication Management

• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

• Parkinson’s Care

• Facility Sitters

• Daily & Weekly Planning Assistance

• RN Supervision

• And more

HOME CARE SERVICES


TheCard CrusadersSpreading Community Cheer Through Handcrafted Cards

The Card Crusaders is a new volunteer group at Shell Point. So far,the group has created 1,000 custom cards that will be distributed toresidents in Shell Point’s assisted living and skilled nursing facilities.

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Dr. Joy Ellyn Ryan’s (Junonia) facesimply beams as she begins

explainingThe Card Crusaders, a new volun-teer group that she and Caroline Sapsford(Junonia) are co-leading. Her genuine desireto bring cheer and happiness to residents isapparent, and it all started with a simple con-versation. Joy Ellyn explains, “Recently, I wastalking with Inga Bredahl, assisted living activ-ities supervisor, and the topic of residents’ mailcame up. Inga had mentioned briefly that afew residents in the assisted living facilitieswould wait by their mailboxes until the mailwas delivered. When they saw that theyhadn’t received any mail that day, they wouldbecome disheartened. It was from this realiza-tion that a friendly idea was created!”

The Card Crusaders is a volunteer groupfocused solely on the purpose of bringingcheerfulness and merriment to the residentsat King’s Crown, The Arbor, and The Springsassisted living facilities. The group is able tospread this cheer by making recycled greetingcards and postcards with inspirational,humorous, and joyful messages or pictures.No card is too simple or too elaborate. It is upto its creator to use their imagination and cre-ate a one-of-a-kind card with the mission tobring a smile to a deserving resident’sface.

Although this group is in itsinception phase, word of mouthhas spread quickly, with manyresidents offering their timeand talents to help this craftyvolunteer group.

Caroline Sapsfordis proud to be a co-leader of this blossom-ing new group andshares, “I create com-puter-generated cardsat home, and most ofthem are humorous. If aquote or idiom makesme chuckle, I feel itmight do the same for

someone else.” She elaborates, “Not all of thevolunteers make cards that are funny. Somefeel that inspirational cards are best, whileothers prefer to have an image of a beautifulbouquet of flowers on a background of lace,which is equally creative.”

The Card Crusaders leaders have discov-ered that while their card giving will be inspi-rational to those who receive them, they havefound the process to be personally therapeutic.“Going beyond oneself to give is somethingthat I aspire to, and I am witnessing others joinme in the process, beginning with the StampMinistry,” Caroline states. “TheStamp Ministry has donatedstacks of used greetingcards, and we are happy

to give them another purpose!” Joy Ellyn has expressed a lofty but attain-

able goal for the group anticipating that 1,000cards will be made within the next fewmonths. “This labor of love can be accom-plished in your home while watching televi-sion, or with the Scrapbooking Club onWednesday mornings in The Island Tunnel.We would love to create enough cards to seethat all assisted living residents receive at leasttwo each year. The assisted living facility staffmembers would distribute the cards as theysee fit, due to their daily interaction with res-idents and knowing their personal needs.”

The supplies, recycled cards, computerink and magazines have all been donated bygenerous residents who want to get on boardwith this purposeful and fun new volunteergroup. Any further contributions, includingitems such as, stickers, buttons, glue, card-stock paper, ribbons and used cards will behappily accepted and turned into a treasuredmemento.

If you are interested in becoming a val-ued volunteer member of this fledglinggroup or contributing supplies, please con-tact Melody Desilets, volunteer coordi-nator, at 454-2290.

Front row seated L-R: Caroline Sapsford, Margaret Loveridge, JoanWalton, and Mildred Dotter. Back row standing L-R: Joy Ellyn Ryan, JanWarner, Linda Graham, and Doris Kreis.

Co-leaders of the CardCrusaders, CarolineSapsford (Junonia) and JoyEllyn Ryan (Junonia), presenta collection of greeting cardsto Assisted Living ActivitiesSupervisor Inga Bredahl.



Q&AFraud AlertFrom the Lee County Sheriff’s Office

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ANSWER: From time to time,

the Lee County Sheriff’s Office sends

out alerts regarding popular crimes that havehappened in our area. The “Jury Duty” scamhas been affecting Lee County residentsrecently. Here’s how it works:

1. A caller, identifying himself as “LieutenantMartin” from the Lee County Sheriff’sOffice, informs the victim that they havefailed to respond to a Grand Jury summonsand have a warrant for their arrest.

2. “Lieutenant Martin” proceeds to tell thevictim that the arrest warrant can be waivedby paying a fee.

3. The scammer instructs the victim to pur-chase a Green Dot MoneyPak Card fromCVS Pharmacy and provide the serialnumber on the back.

4. If the victim has doubts about the call’slegitimacy, “Lieutenant Martin” hands thephone to his “Captain” who fraudulentlyverifies the call.

5. These scammers use a local phone num-ber. The number they use also has fraudu-lent voicemail message: “You have reachedthe desk of ‘Lieutenant Martin’ with theLee County Sheriff’s Department, leaveyour name, number and a brief messageand I will return your call.”

Lee County Sheriff’s Office Fraud Line

There is no employee by the name ofLieutenant Martin at the Lee CountySheriff’s Office. And under no circumstanceswill the Sheriff’s Office contact you askingfor money and/or to threaten arrest over thephone. Anyone who receives such a call isadvised to simply hang up and report theincident immediately to the Lee CountySheriff’s Office Fraud Line at 239-258-3292.

If you have any questions, FineMark isalways available to help. Feel free to stop bythe office on The Island or give us a call at239-461-5999.

QUESTION: I heard about a new scam called the“Jury Duty” scam. What is it and how does it work?

BeneficiaryWar StoriesProfessionals Discuss

the Importance of Estate andTrust Planning Details B Y T I M S T E P H E N S O N , E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R O F T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

P R E S E N T S

Sometimes it is because of a misunderstanding, at othertimes it is as a result of poor planning, but erroneous estateplanning – even if done with good intentions – can create a nightmarefor those we love. Come hear these stories from experienced trust offi-cers and consider how careful planning can assure your real intentionsare carried out through your will or trust.

Speakers from FineMark National Bank & Trust will be DennisLandfried, vice president, and Richard Riley, vice president.

This 45-minute presentation will be followed by Q&A. Lightrefreshments will be served. The seminar is free; however, seating is lim-ited and reservations are required. To reserve your seat, please contacteither service desk.

Beneficiary War Stories

Wednesday, July 2310:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL

Special Guest SpeakersFineMark National Bank & Trust Vice Presidents

Dennis Landfried (L), and Richard Riley (R).


For some new residents, hearing thatthe CMAF Board is coming to ShellPoint may be a perplexing piece of informa-tion. The Christian and Missionary AllianceFoundation, Inc. (CMAF) is the corporatename of Shell Point “doing business as”Shell Point Retirement Community.Approximately 15 directors, 2 ex officios, 2director emeriti, and 3 advisors make up thegoverning board, known as the CMAF Boardof Directors, that oversees administration inthe management of our community. Thisgroup of experienced professionals, each anexpert in his/her field, meet at Shell Point in

February, May, and September where man-agement provides an update regardingongoing activity and proposals are pre-sented to the Board for action as they sup-port management in the ministry andservices to Shell Point residents. The meet-ing in February is a special time where theBoard of Directors attends the residents’quarterly meeting and dines with court rep-resentatives of the Residents’ Council. TheExecutive Committee of the Residents’Council is given an opportunity at each ofthe meetings of the CMAF Board to presentany resident concerns.

Introducing Nancy Cook,Zephyrhills, FL

Nancy Cook is the newest member of theBoard of Directors, appointedin October 2013. Nancy is anative of Zephyrhills, Florida,and currently holds the posi-tion of Senior Vice Presidentand Investment Officer with Wells FargoAdvisors, LLC, working with this firm and itspredecessors, A.G. Edwards and WachoviaSecurities since 1986. Nancy has been aCertified Financial Planner since 1993 with

MEET THE CMAFBOARD OF DIRECTORSB Y C I N D Y O ’ G R A D Y , E X E C U T I V E A S S I S T A N T

FRONT ROW SEATED L-R: Donna Duss, Mark O’Farrell, Charles DeWitt, and JohnDavidson. MIDDLE ROW L-R: Mike Scott, Chanley Christman, Nancy Cook, GordonCathey, Wanda Anderson, and Charles Hughes. BACK ROW L-R: Michael Scales,James Glenn, Ken Baldes, Paul Cass, and Jay Hibbard. NOT PICTURED: Jim Davey,Ron Eastman, Steven Minter, Martin Schappell, Paul Page, and Archie White.

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27 years of experience in financial services.She has also served on the FinanceCommittee for Florida Hospital ofZephyrhills and on the Board of Directorsfor the Orchard Foundation, an interna-tional Christian planned-giving organiza-tion. In her free time, Nancy enjoysphotography, birding, traveling, and spend-ing time with her husband, Dan, who is ateacher at Tampa Bay Christian Academy,and their extensive family.

The remaining members of the CMAFBoard of Directors also have expertise in var-ious backgrounds. To allow you to get to knowthem better, the following are brief biogra-phies of each Board member.

OFFICERSChairperson:

Rev./Dr. Mark O’Farrell, Trinity, FL

Dr. O’Farrell is President of TrinityCollege of Florida since 2005. He joined theCMAF Board in 1994. Dr. O’Farrell serves as

an Official Worker of TheChristian and MissionaryAlliance and has served inpastorates in Belle Glade andPort Charlotte, Florida. He

attended Jacksonville University and earneda Bachelor of Arts degree in BiblicalEducation from Columbia University.

Vice Chairperson:Donna Duss, Alexandria, VA

Mrs. Duss joined the CMAF Board in1994. She is a registered nurse, masters-pre-pared as a Clinical NurseSpecialist in Gerontologythrough Pace University inNew York. She also has anundergraduate degree inEducation from Nyack College. She hasheld the positions of Director of StaffDevelopment and Director of Nursing andDirector of Health Care Services in long-term care. Donna serves as Chair of theBoard of Directors for the Alliance

Community for Retirement Living, and isan ordained elder at National PresbyterianChurch in Washington, D.C.

Secretary: Charles (Chip) DeWitt,

Raleigh, NCRev. DeWitt has been a

member of the Board since1988. He is currently employed as a Directorof the Research Foundation for theAmerican Diabetes Association, headquar-tered in Alexandria, Virginia. He earned aB.S. in Psychology at Penn State, a JurisDoctor at the University of PittsburghSchool in Law, and a Masters of Divinity atAsbury Theological Seminary. He islicensed to practice law in Pennsylvania andKentucky.

Treasurer: John Davidson,

Chapin, SCMr. Davidson joined the

CMAF Board of Directors in November1995. Mr. Davidson is an independent man-agement and financial consultant. Heserves as consultant to several ChristianMinistries, Mission agencies, and colleges.He also provides trust and investment man-agement services for individuals. Prior toopening his own business, he served asinterim President and Executive VicePresident of Columbia InternationalUniversity for 24 years.

DIRECTORS

Wanda Anderson, Esq., Colorado Springs, CO

Ms. Anderson was appointed to theBoard in January 2008, and currently servesas General Counsel and AssistantCorporate Secretary of the Board ofStewards for The Orchard Foundation inColorado Springs, Colorado. She receivedher Juris Doctor from Regent UniversitySchool of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginiain 1989, and also received a Bachelor ofArts in Mass Media from HamptonUniversity in 1983. She is licensed to prac-tice law in New York, New Jersey, andColorado, with Federal Court licensure inthe U.S. District Court of New Jersey.

Paul Cass, M.D., West Chester, PA Dr. Cass was appointed

to the Board in November2002 and recently retired from GenesisHealth Care Corporation in Pennsylvania,now serving as a consultant. He received hisM.D. from Hahnemann Medical College inJune, 1971 where he served his residencyuntil 1974. Dr. Cass is a Board certifieddiplomat in internal medicine with theAmerican College of Physicians, and is alsocertified with added qualifications inGeriatrics by the American Board ofInternal Medicine.

Chanley Christman,Mansfield, OH

Mr. Christman waselected to the CMAF Boardin May 2011. He is aFinancial Advisor with Pierce FinancialPlanning of the Raymond James group. Heholds an MBA in Finance from CaseWestern Reserve University and a B.A. inAccounting from Asbury University as wellas a Certified Financial Planner.

James Glenn, M.D.,Titusville, FL

Dr. Glenn joined theCMAF Board of Directors in1991. Dr. Glenn received

his M.D. at the Medical College of Ohio inToledo, a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from OhioState University, an M.S. degree in Biologyat Cleveland State, and completed hisundergraduate studies at Taylor Universityin Upland, Indiana.

Jay Hibbard,Chesapeake, VA Mr. Hibbard joined the

CMAF Board of Directors inOctober 2008, and currently serves asSenior Vice President of Senior Services forMartino & Binzer (Strategic Marketing andCommunications Firm). In this position heprovides marketing and sales consulting andadvisory services to CCRC client commu-nities throughout the U.S. Mr. Hibbardholds a Bachelor of Science degree inCommunications from Liberty University inLynchburg, Virginia.


MEET THE CMAF BOARD OF DIRECTORSContinued from page 35


Michael Scales, Ed.D.,Nyack, NY

Dr. Scales was appointedto the Board in November

2002. In 2006, he was appointed to serve asPresident of Nyack College and AllianceTheological Seminary in New York. Hereceived his Ed.D. from the University ofGeorgia in 1988, an M.A. in Humanities fromWestern Kentucky University, and a B.S. inBible & Theology from Toccoa Falls College.

Martin Schappell, Fort Myers, FL

Mr. Schappell was appointed to theBoard in January 2008. For the past 13 yearshe has been the Senior Vice President of the

Behavioral Division ofUniversal Health Services,Inc., one of the nation’slargest hospital companieswith 22 medical hospitals and

200 behavioral facilities. Mr. Schappell has aB.A., Magna Cum Laude, from RollinsCollege in Winter Park, Florida, and anM.Ed., Community Counseling, fromGeorgia State University in Atlanta.

Robert (Mike) Scott, Omaha, NE

Mr. Scott was appointedto the Board in August 2000.He served as Chief Operating

Officer of CSG Systems International, Inc.from 2005 until his retirement in July of2010. He holds a B.A. degree in SocialStudies from Florida Atlantic University andAIB certification from the AmericanBankers’ Association School of Banking atthe University of Florida.

Archie White, Lakeland, FL

Mr. White was appointed to the Board,effective January 2008. Mr. White is cur-rently employed by StateFarm Insurance Company,where he oversees personaldamages operations for resi-dential and commercialclaims in Florida. Mr. White holds an MBAin Health Services Management fromCentral Michigan University at theBaltimore, Maryland, campus and a B. A. inZoology from Fort Valley State Universityin Fort Valley, Georgia.

EX OFFICIOS

Rev. Charles Hughes, Jr.Orlando, FL

Rev. Hughes joined theBoard in January 2006 as anEx Officio when he was

elected District Superintendent for theC&MA Southeastern District in Septemberof 2005. He attended the University ofCentral Florida and the Columbia BiblicalSeminary at Columbia InternationalUniversity in South Carolina.

Kenneth Baldes, Colorado Springs, CO

Mr. Baldes was appointed to the CMAFBoard as an Ex Officio in 2005. He cur-rently holds the position of Vice Presidentfor Operations/Treasurer and COO for TheChristian and Missionary Alliance. Heearned a B.S. in Business Administration

from Houghton College inHoughton, New York, andan MBA in Finance fromCanisius College in Buffalo,New York.

DIRECTOR EMERITI

Gordon Cathey, Fort Myers, FL

Dr. Cathey joined theBoard in 1986, and served asChair during part of that timebefore retiring in 2002 whenhe moved to Shell Point. Dr.Cathey received his B.A. in Bible andTheology from Bob Jones University, and wasawarded an Honorary Doctor of Law degreefrom LeTourneau College.

Paul Page, Fort Myers, FL

Mr. Page has served on the CMAF Boardsince 1983 before retiringfrom the Board in 2002 whenhe moved to Shell Point. Heis Founder and Owner of PageSupply Company, Inc. He isa graduate of Robert Wesleyan College inRochester, New York, and serves on its Boardof Trustees.

ADVISORS

Rev./Dr. James Davey,Fort Myers, FL

Dr. Davey was appointedto the Board in November 2002 and served asChair until he became a Shell Point residentin 2005. From 1985 to 1994 he was elected bythe Christian and Missionary Alliance denom-ination as Vice President of General Services.Dr. Davey holds an A.B. from WheatonCollege, a Th.B. from Nyack College, and anHonorary Doctor of Divinity from NyackCollege. He also served as Senior Pastor of TheVillage Church at Shell Point from 1994 untilhis retirement in 2001.

Steven Minter, Portsmouth, VA

Mr. Minter joined theBoard in February 1998. Hecurrently serves as Director of Operations forSentara Life Care Corporation in Norfolk,Virginia. He is a Licensed Nursing HomeAdministrator and holds a B.S. in BusinessAdministration from East Carolina Universityand his master’s degree in Health CareAdministration from Central MichiganUniversity. He is also currently serving asSecretary of the Board of Directors for theAlliance Community for Retirement Livingin DeLand, Florida.

Ronald Eastman, Marco Island, FLMr. Eastman was elected

to the CMAF Board inAugust 2001, after serving as an Advisor sinceAugust 2000. Mr. Eastman is a retired VicePresident of Marriott International. He pur-sued extensive study toward an MBA at theUniversity of Minnesota, and holds a B.S. inEconomics from South Dakota StateUniversity. Mr. Eastman became a resident ofShell Point in 2012.


Above the Horse Gate the priestsrepaired, each one opposite his ownhouse. After them Zadok the son of Immerrepaired opposite his own house. Afterhim Shemaiah the son of Shecaniah, thekeeper of the East Gate, repaired. Afterhim Hananiah the son of Shelemiah andHanun the sixth son of Zalaph repairedanother section. After him Meshullam theson of Berechiah repaired opposite hischamber. (Nehemiah 3:28-30, ESV)

I recognize that this is a rather strangepassage to begin an article in Shell Point Life!The text is taken from Chapter 3 in thebook of Nehemiah, and it’s represen-tative of all the other verses. The proj-ect is the repair of various sections ofthe wall of Jerusalem. Dozens of peo-ple are named who are participatingin the project. The sections they areresponsible for are identified. And itgoes on and on for 32 verses.In otherwords, it’s one of those chapters thatyou’d probably want to skip over ifyou’re reading through the Bible. Orperhaps it’s good reading for insomni-acs, or even a good chapter for theBible scholars to obsess over.

Regardless, it caught my attentionrecently – probably because we are in themiddle of our own renovation project atThe Village Church. It has been helpful tome as we have worked through the planningand implementation phases of the project.

Long Story, ShortBriefly, Nehemiah was in service to the

king of Persia during the time when theHebrews were allowed to return to Judahand Jerusalem. He had heard reports fromhis Jewish friends that the conditions inJerusalem were reprehensible. That got hisattention; he was very much distressedabout it, and it drove him to prayer.

Nehemiah looked for an opportunity tomake himself available to remedy the situa-tion. That opportunity came and he took

advantage of it. He went with the king’sblessings and resources to Jerusalem toengage in a fact-finding mission. Eventually,a plan emerged. The story is all about Godlycourage, insight, wisdom, and leadership.

Leaders and FollowersThe remarkable thing about Chapter 3,

from which the above quote is taken, is theremarkable degree of cooperation thatNehemiah was able to generate among theresidents of Jerusalem. It seems that nearlyeveryone was involved. Some were takingresponsibility for repairing a section of thewall near their place of occupation. Others,

like the text above, were working on sec-tions near their residences.

In our day and age, it’s difficult to imag-ine any public official gaining that kind of afollowing. But of course, great leaders, bydefinition, have followers. Nehemiah wasthat kind of leader. It’s a wonderful pictureof any organization firing on all cylinders,focused on the goal, utilizing the availablematerial and human resources.

Nobody’s PerfectWell, firing on nearly all cylinders.

There wasn’t one hundred percent cooper-ation. There is one verse in the entire chap-ter which brings us back to reality:

And next to them the Tekoites repaired, buttheir nobles would not stoop to serve their Lord.

(Nehemiah 3.5, ESV)Even in this marvelous picture of

resourceful cooperation, not everyone is onboard. Some civic leaders (nobles) felt itbeneath them to get their hands dirty, tohaul rock, and to wield hammers. But I sup-pose that happens in every organization.There’s always someone. But that one versedoesn’t spoil the sense of community appar-ent in the entire chapter.

People using their gifts and talents, respond-ing to leadership, focused on the task at hand,getting the job done. And done in a remarkabletime period – 52 days! (Nehemiah 6.15)

GratitudeImagine the spirit of the people

who were engaged and invested inthe project once the constructionwas complete! What satisfaction,joy, and sense of community! It wasprobably an experience missed bythose pesky nobles from Tekoa.

That’s the kind of experiencewe are enjoying at The VillageChurch these days, and I am deeplygrateful for it. The generosity andsupport of our people, and of theShell Point community, during therenovation project is reminiscent of

this chapter in Nehemiah’s story. A projectlike we’re engaged in is never easy, andmany adjustments have had to be made.We are holding services and activities in adifferent location, working around lots oflogistical details, and managing the day-to-day operations of ministry when construc-tion noises fill the atmosphere. But it’s allhappening – with a great staff, supportiveleaders, and a willing congregation makingthe entire enterprise an adventure ratherthan a chore.

We’re all looking forward to the com-pletion of the project, when the communityat large can share in the joy.

For a schedule of worship service timesand locations, visit www.shellpoint.org/vil-lagechurch or call the office at 454-2147.

A Model of CooperationRemaining Flexible and Working Together toAchieve a Common Goal

B Y R E V . A N D R E W H A W K I N S , S E N I O R P A S T O R O F T H E V I L L A G E C H U R C H

While The Village Church is closed for renovations,worship services continue to be held in temporary loca-tions like the Grand Cypress Room of The Woodlands.


Global Outreach

FROM BONGOLO TO CAPE CORALReturning to Life in the States After More ThanTwo Decades in Field B Y D O T T Y M O R R I S O N ( C E L L A N A )

Shell Point residents know whatKaren Fitch means when she writes,“Transition hasn’t been easy.” We know whatit means to leave a lifetime of work and acircle of friends and move to Florida. WhenKaren left her home, however, to movewith her mother to Cape Coral last year,she knew that keeping in touch by email,Skype, and the internet probably wouldn'thappen often – those she loves live in thecountry of Gabon.

For the last 22 years, the BongoloHospital in Gabon was home to Karen. Sheserved as a nurse practitioner and a nursingsupervisor at the hospital, as well as ateacher to nursing students. Karen reachedout to patients with Jesus' love, concerned

about their spiritual need as well as theirphysical ones.

This past year, Karen has spent her timetraveling from her new home in Cape Coralto speak in churches around the States. Alongwith stories from her heart about her experi-ences, she shares new aspects of the hospitalministry, such as the new radio station.

Karen Fitch Guest Speaker

You are invited to hear Karen talkabout the work of the Bongolo Hospital andabout what God is doing for her during thisperiod of transition. Join us on Wednesday,July 16, at 10:15 a.m. in the SocialCenter on The Island. Invite a friend andcome early for light refreshments.

All singers are invited to exercisetheir voices and sharpen their musicreading skills by attending summer choralworkshops. Led by Randy Woods, ministerof worship and music of The VillageChurch, the series of summer choralworkshops provides opportunities to lis-ten and sing through a collection ofvarying musical styles, includingAmerican folk songs, choruses from The

Messiah, Broadway show tunes, classicanthems, and art songs.

The summer choral workshops will be

held in the Grand Cypress Room of TheWoodlands on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Thereare four sessions remaining in the series,each featuring a different guest director.

All singers are encouraged to attend,whether you’re a soloist, community choirsinger, or church choir member. A registra-tion fee of $5 per person will cover the cost ofmaterials and music for all remaining sessionsof the summer choral workshop.

Because of space limitations and musi-cal resources, registration is required. Pleasecall 454-2057 to confirm your participation.

July 10 – Dr. ElwoodSmith, Music Director ofSanibel CongregationalUnited Church of Christ

July 24 – Jeff Faux,Director of Sacred Arts atFirst Presbyterian Church

of Bonita Springs

August 7 – Rev. RogerPeterson, Music Director of First Presbyterian Church of Fort Myers

August 21 – Rob Flint,Associate Pastor of Praise &Worship at McGregor BaptistChurch of Fort Myers

C H O R A L W O R K S H O P S C O N T I N U E

SingThrough the Summer

Nestled amidst a labyrinth of lushmangrove canals, Shell Point is per-fectly positioned to embrace the spectacu-lar views of Southwest Florida’s waterways.Easy access points around the communityprovide many exciting opportunities toexplore and interact with the natural envi-ronment that surrounds Shell Point.

The Paddlers ClubThe Paddlers Club offers resi-

dents the chance to fit some fun exer-cise into the day, while spending timewith friends. The group, which startedin 2007, takes excursions to localattractions and seaside restaurants onThursday mornings. “The PaddlersClub is a natural fit at Shell Pointbecause of the adjacent waterways andabundance of wildlife,” shared MaryFranklin, resort services manager.

“I’ve been kayaking with thePaddlers Club almost every week for thepast six years,” said Chuck Durrell(Oakmont). “I like the camaraderie, andmost of all, the tremendous aerobic exercise.”

A Change of SceneryOn occasion, Shell Point kayakers ven-

ture beyond the immediate vicinity and tournew territory with an experienced guide.

Last month, a group of adventure-seekingresidents traveled to Tarpon Bay on SanibelIsland for a serene aquatic expedition througha back-bay mangrove forest. Kayakersobserved the native wildlife and learned moreabout Florida’s natural environment from anonsite naturalist.

The trip followed the CommodoreCreek water trail, part of Lee County’s GreatCalusa Blueway Paddling Trail. The CalusaBlueway’s calm conditions allowed everyone

to focus on exotic bird sightings.

Best of Boat WorldsShell Point is not only home to experi-

enced kayakers, but also to beginners whoare ready to get their feet wet. A recentkayak demonstration held at Shell Pointprovided the perfect educational opportu-nity for paddlers of all skill levels to learnmore about their craft. Estero Bay Outfittersvisited the beach on The Island at ShellPoint with kayaks in tow, and instructed thegroup in proper usage. Several residents triedout the various boats provided.

Seasoned experts from the Paddlers Clubalso help new kayakers get acclimated to thesport. “I have a structured training program

for new members who have little or nokayaking expertise,” shared Chuck. “We callourselves The Lollygaggers. It is an informalgroup that takes Monday morning trips at aslower pace than the Paddlers Club.”

Get InvolvedThe Paddlers Club encourages kayakers

of all skill levels to participate in groupexcursions. A schedule of outings is postedin the Weekly Reminder and announced onSPTV. Additional programs and activities,like the recent kayak demonstration, arelisted in the Happenings section of Shell PointLife magazine. For further details about thisand other activity groups, contact The Islandservice desk at 454-2282.

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