Watching Out for Hypothermia For all of us that live here in Ohio, during the winter months, the cold weather is something to which we may not necessarily enjoy but are accustomed. It’s important to bundle up and stay warm. Especially when it comes to older adults, body heat can be lost faster resulting in … Continued

Look Out for Signs of Aging “Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays.” Christmas is a perfect time for family gatherings. For those of us with aging parents, it’s especially important as we visit them to be on the lookout for the signs of aging. Things like an overall lack of cleanliness, mobility … Continued

Protecting Yourself from Scams Understand How to Identify and Protect Yourself from Scams Whether you’re shopping online to buy a car, or something much less expensive like clothing, it’s important to guard against online shopping scams. According to the Federal Trade Commission, online shopping scams are one of the most common scams reported by consumers. … Continued

Top 11 Benefits of Living in a Senior Living Community   Enhancing Health & Wellness while Promoting Lifestyle Today’s senior living communities are different from those of the past and should not be confused with nursing homes. They can provide independent living, assisted living, and memory care for seniors who want to downsize and live … Continued

Staying Safe This Summer Summer is definitely here for us here in Ohio, and with heat indexes having hit over 100 degrees, staying safe has never been more important for senior adults. Because of chronic health conditions, aging-related physical changes, and the effects of medications, older adults are at higher risk of developing heat-related illnesses. … Continued

Dr. Gina Boerger, PT was the guest speaker at the Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) monthly Lunch and Learn Series.  Nearly 40 guests, enjoyed a good lunch of fried chicken, macaroni and cheese and a dessert of delicious cookies. When everyone was well fed, the guests learned ways to be more positive in their own lives. … Continued

Browning Masonic Community (BMC) members are feeling hungry!  Chef Mitch is trying out some new recipes and the community members are loving the opportunity to be his taste testers.  BMC is under construction in the dining room renovation and excited for the new Sprig Bistro. Chef Mitch is working hard to create a new and … Continued

The week before Christmas brings out the holiday spirit in everyone.  Even people who don’t normally sing in public tuned up their voices and joined in the fun.  The Life Enrichment Team could be found just about anywhere you looked singing Christmas carols. As the carolers sang their way through different parts of the Springfield … Continued

Springfield Masonic Community held their Gift Exchange for independent living community members. Just over 40 people participated and everyone had a great time and left with some really nice gifts. You received a number as you arrived and placed your gift on a table in the center of the room.  As the gift exchange began, … Continued

Have you ever heard of K-4 Connect? If you are a community member at Springfield Masonic Community, you already are enjoying K4 Connect. K4 Connect is the leading technology partner of senior living communities across multiple areas such as independent living, assisted living and memory care.  It serves community members, their families and our staff. … Continued

  The Christmas season always brings out the best in people.  Everyone loves to hear the traditional carols sung by the Medina Chorus at this festive time of year.  The community members at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) are no exception.  People came from their villas and apartments to listen to the concert on the … Continued

  The Granger Township PAC 3512 Cub Scouts truly understand the Christmas spirit and shared that beautiful spirit with the Pathways Memory Care community members at Western Reserve Masonic Community. (WRMC) These young men made decorations for all the doors in Pathways to help brighten the holiday season. When asked why, these Cub Scouts shared … Continued

Thanksgiving is thought of as a family time.  For many people Thanksgiving can also be a very challenging time. Maybe your family can’t travel from out of town or a loved one has passed away since the previous year. Thanksgiving stirs up all kinds of memories for so many people.  Browning Masonic Community (BMC) decided … Continued

Right now the American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage.  The hospital demands continue to outpace the number of donations being received.  On top of that, they are also experiencing the lowest blood donor turnout since the pandemic began and more blood donors are needed now! On November 24th, community members, staff and … Continued

Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) knows how to hold a tailgate party!  Approximately 70 independent living community members gathered at the Clubhouse for good food and the opportunity to watch the game on the big screen. Everyone came dressed for the game. Just look at the sweatshirt, hats and the traditional buckeye necklaces. Several of the … Continued

Thanksgiving is thought of as a family time.  For many people Thanksgiving can also be a very challenging time. Maybe your family can’t travel from out of town or a loved one has passed away since the previous year. Thanksgiving stirs up all kinds of memories for so many people.  Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) decided … Continued

Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) celebrated their staff for all the great things that they have done, and will continue to do for all of their community members. Team members were able enjoy a pasta bar with all kinds of fixings, salad, garlic bread, and huge cookies with large pieces of Reese Peanut Butter Cup. … Continued

Most of us enjoy a good breakfast of pancakes or maybe French toast.  What about an omelet or maybe cereal and toast?  We can’t forget fresh squeezed orange juice and coffee. For the ladies at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) this happens once a month, usually every month.  Sure, most people eat breakfast every day, … Continued

For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. Veterans Day gives the country an opportunity to thank those who have previously served in the U.S. military. Veterans Day occurs on November 11th every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month” of … Continued

For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. Veterans Day gives the country an opportunity to thank those who have previously served in the U.S. military. Veterans Day occurs on November 11th every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month” of … Continued

For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. Veterans Day gives the country an opportunity to thank those who have previously served in the U.S. military. Veterans Day occurs on November 11th every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month” of … Continued

Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) decided to forgo the traditional Halloween celebration, wait a week and celebrate on a clear, cool Friday evening in November.  There may not have been as many costumes, but there was no shortage of fun. Hotdogs were grilled over an open fire as well as s’mores. Approximately 75 people attended.  There … Continued

Have you ever wanted to learn about setting up a power of attorney?  The guests who participated in the Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) Lunch and Learn heard all about that. Nearly 20 people from the surrounding communities visited SMC for a wonderful lunch and practical information from George H. Lovett, Attorney.  Mr. Lovett is a … Continued

It was a beautiful, cool Saturday in October for the Browning Masonic Community (BMC) Fall Fest. Nearly 200 community members, their families and Waterville residents enjoyed the day. There was something for everyone to do. For those that enjoy painting, there was both pumpkin and face painting. The children enjoyed Trick or Treating in front … Continued

Browning Masonic Community (BMC) hosted a First Responder Appreciation Breakfast at Dale’s Diner in Waterville.  Both Waterville and Whitehouse Fire Departments enjoyed their breakfast. The First Responders were very appreciative of our kindness that was shown to them.  Unfortunately, some of the crew couldn’t make it, so BMC gladly paid for their meals, which were … Continued

Even on a chilly and damp Friday, Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) employees enjoyed the great food from Hot’s and Brat’s.  This was their 3rd visit to SMC for the Friday Food Truck Rally.  The food was fantastic and staff and community members laughed and had fun while waiting on their lunches.  You could enjoy all … Continued

When parents bring a child into the world, they have dreams of what their child’s life might be like.  Sometimes life changes and those dreams can’t become reality. Even as early as the late 1890’s, families needed help caring for their children.  The Ohio Masonic Home (OMH) began as a refuge for the children of … Continued

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, some families make the decision to care for them at home.  This is a difficult and potentially overwhelming task. If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, your role in managing daily tasks will increase as the disease progresses. Consider practical tips that can help the person … Continued

Everyone that lives and works at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) enjoys celebrating so many food related holidays.  September 14th was no exception.  Community members started their day with “cream sticks.” This sweet treat was made by a well know local grocery, Buehler’s.       Sweet treats are never calorie free, so checkout this … Continued

On September 23, 2021, Springfield Masonic Community President, Tony Berardi hosted a virtual presentation detailing some exciting upcoming changes to the Springfield Masonic Community campus. In case you weren’t able to attend the live presentation – it was recorded and is posted below: ** NOTE:  The audio will begin at the :30 mark

A summer tradition that was put on hold in 2020 due to the pandemic, returned to the Springfield Masonic Community this August.  Margaritaville was back, bigger and better than ever. There was a crowd of over 100 community members and their families.  Everyone loved the food, cheeseburger sliders, (with all the fixins’), chips, and watermelon.  … Continued

A summer tradition that had to be changed due to the pandemic, returned to its regular format at Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) in August.  The 10th Annual WRMC Estate and Rummage Sale was back, bigger and better than ever.  The sale was set on Thursday so it was ready to go for the two … Continued

When was the last time you went to the county fair?  Western Reserve Masonic Community (WRMC) members from independent living and skilled nursing just attended the 176th Medina County Fair. WRMC wanted to make sure this was a special outing for everyone.  Community members that chose to attend could stay as long as they felt … Continued

According to Arnold Palmer, “Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated.” Golf is a timeless and ageless game with multiple benefits. It is played by millions of seniors, not only for the great social and health benefits, but for the mental challenge. Your pace may be a bit slower and your shot may not go … Continued

If you have school aged children, August is the month for thinking “back to school” is just around the corner.  No matter what school district your child attends, it’s time to be purchasing clothes and school supplies for opening day. The Masonic Youth Outreach Program, a division of The Ohio Masonic Home Resource Center (OMHRC) … Continued

It’s been a long 15 months for the students and families in our community. No one was prepared for what COVID-19 would to for our conventional ways of attending school and learning.  Little has been the same for elementary students all the way through high school students and even most college students. One thing was … Continued