All men are welcome for a delicious meal and a fun performance by Danny Russel. President Abe Lincoln will be making a fun appearance.
LADIES TEA
Friday, November 18
11:00 am
Ballroom
Join us for a great lunch and music by Jim Vanslambrook. Jim will be playing songs from The Great American Songbook.
COMMUNITY BINGO
Tuesday, November 15
2:00 pm
Ballroom
Bring your friends and play some FREE Bingo. Prizes are given out to winners. Four cards max.
VETERANS DAY PROGRAM AND LUNCH
Friday, November 11
10:30 am
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” — Harry Truman.
If there is only one word to describe a military veteran, it would be sacrifice. May the flag wave boldly with its vibrant hues…honoring Veterans like you, with the beautiful red, white and blue! All Veterans and spouses, please join us for a wonderful program and lunch afterwards. We cannot thank you enough for your service.
FROM YOUR DIRECTOR
JEAN RENFORTH,
Executive Director
In 1789, George Washington declared Thursday, November 26, a Thanksgiving holiday, but only for that year, and it wasn’t connected to the Pilgrim feast but rather intended as a “public thanksgiving and prayer” devoted to “the service of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be.
Hale, who was highly patriotic, read about the 1621 feast of the Pilgrims and became captivated with the idea of turning it into a national holiday. She published in the Godey’s Lady’s Book recipes for turkey and stuffing and pumpkin pie and started traditions that had nothing to do with the colonists. She began a lobbying campaign to persuade President Abraham Lincoln to make Thanksgiving an official annual holiday, using her magazine to build public support by writing an editorial every year starting in 1846. She also sent letters to all governors in the United States and territories. In 1863, Lincoln did set Thanksgiving as an official holiday to be celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November every year. Happy Thanksgiving to all our Crestwood Village Residents!
COMMUNITY NEWS
ROAD TRIPPIN'
Nebraska
This month we are on the road to Nebraska. Nebraska was the first state to complete its segment of the nation’s mainline interstate system, a 455 mile stretch of four lane highway. The 911 system of emergency communications, now used nationwide, was developed and first used in Lincoln, Nebraska. Weeping Water is the nation’s largest limestone deposit and producer. The state nickname used to be the “Tree Planter’s State”, but was changed in 1945 to the “Cornhusker State”. Nebraska has more underground water reserves than any other state in the continental U.S. Spam (canned meat) is produced in Fremont.
VILLAGE BISTRO
Please welcome our newest team members Chris (head cook), Phyllis (cook) and Michael (server).
The Village Bistro gives residents the option to grab quick meals, snacks, and drinks to take home and enjoy or to eat in the dining room with friends and neighbors.
Regular Hours of Operation
Monday – Wednesday
11am – 5pm
Village Bistro Brunch
Tuesday & Thursday
11am – 1pm
Healthy Senior meals available through the CICOA and CWS partnership will be available along with the regular menu.
BIRTHDAYS
Michael Denney 1st
Martha Roush 1st
Janet Smock 1st
Jeannette Woodworth 2nd
Jim Quakenbush 3rd
Portia Fortner 4th
Dudley Graphman 4th
Darrell Stevens 6th
Roger Dunn 8th
James Lahr 8th
Marsha Jaworski 9th
Michael Fincher 12th
Robert McFadyen 12th
Darla Eyster 13th
Dennis Hughes 13th
Kharl Isla 13th
Marilyn Stacey 13th
John Walsh 13th
Sandy Klinefelter 14th
Sarah Lovell 14th
Cindy Melloy 14th
Anne Read 14th
Joed Vaughn 14th
Lonnie Arthur 16th
Mataji Ishaya 16th
Mary Lou Raby 16th
Margaret Zurcher 16th
Antonio Abernathy 17th
Bonnie Foster 17th
Jack Sharkey 17th
Steve Abraham 18th
Hilda Buttz 18th
Linda Gamble 18th
William Lego 18th
John Massari 19th
Roberta Paternoster 19th
Alta Lile 20th
Sandy Renihan 20th
Jean Hafley 21st
Deloris Reiter 21st
Linda Hodson 22nd
Jon Lentz 23rd
Virginia Moberly 23rd
Earna Mullins 23rd
Laura Little 24th
David Tuttle 24th
Deborah Baker 25th
Linda Fisher 26th
Kathleen Smith 29th
Randy Stevason 29th
Robert Cooper Jr 30th
Myra Dupaski 30th
Kathryn Gorski 30th
LOOKING BACK
October 2022
The walking club finished out the walking season with a trip to Southeastway Park. Residents enjoyed a fun hayride, pizza, smores, and even singing campfire songs. Join us for the next fun adventure.
We even had a fun fall fest, where residents got to enjoy all things fall — pumpkin painting, warm chili and a chance to pie an RSC in the face to raise money for Habitat for Humanity. We raised over $200! We want to thank everyone that came out and made this event so much fun.
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT
Vicky Shortt
When did you move to Crestwood Village?
I move to Crestwood in August of 2020.
Where did you grow up?
I grew up on the westside of Indianapolis about 5 blocks from Cheverolet plant; where I worked for a while. We were known as the "Valley Rats"! I don't really know why.
Tell us about your family and/or pet(s)
There were 5 in my family. I had 2 older brothers. I married 3 times and all were special to me. My son came from my first marriage and my 2 daughters came from my second marriage. My son is 60 and unmarried, my oldest daughter is 54 and has 2 wonderful children, a boy and girl. My youngest is 50 and has not been blessed with children but is blessed in many other ways.
What's the most interesting or unusual thing about you?
I love doing a variety of things; cooking, crocheting, playing games, etc. I have been cooking since I was a teen. My mother and I would make candy and cookies to give out at Christmas. I have tried to carry on this tradition and hope to do so for many years to come right here at Crestwood.
If you could tell your younger self something, what would it be?
DON’T SMOKE!!! I did until 2000 and I’m on oxygen now, which limits what I can do; but I thank the Lord every day for what life I do have.
What do you want to be remembered most for?
I hope that I have been a good wife and mother. Most will remember me for my cooking. I try to feed as many as I can. My children always wanted me to open a bake shop but I said no because then it’s a job. I do for pleasure. I love the look on their faces when thy take that first bite!
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Virgil Ison
How long have you worked for the Justus Companies?
I started out at Crestwood Village East and worked there for 8 months and when that property was sold, I transferred to Crestwood Village South.
What do you like most about working in maintenance here?
I really enjoy maintenance, working with my hands and I have been in maintenance for 40 years. I also enjoy my co-workers and how well we work together as a team. I really enjoy working under Rocky Chadwick, our maintenance supervisor as he is honest and fair.
WELLNESS CORNER
FITNESS CENTER
Clubhouse
Monday – Friday
7:30 am – 4:00 pm
317-885-3461
Building 6, Third Floor
Monday – Friday
7:30 am – 4:00 pm.
317-885-3464
FITNESS CLASSES
Monday
Aerobics:
2:00 pm Bldg 6 Fitness Center
Tuesday
Lobby Chair Fitness:
10:00 am Building 2
10:40 am Building 4
11:20 am Building 5
Wednesday
Lobby Chair Fitness:
10:00 am Building 7 2nd Floor
Thursday
Lobby Chair Fitness:
10:00 am Building 1
10:40 am Building 3
11:20 am Building 6
Balance Class:
2:30 pm Bldg 6 Fitness Center
Friday
Walking Club:
9:00 am In Front of Building 7
DEEP BREATHING CAN REDUCE STRESS
Even without formal meditation and controlled breathing, the gentle muscle stretching of yoga can reduce stress. "Full service" yoga is even better. But if that's not your thing, simple breathing exercises can help by themselves. Rapid, shallow, erratic breathing is a common response to stress. Slow, deep, regular breathing is a sign of relaxation. You can learn to control your respirations so they mimic relaxation; the effect, in fact, will be relaxing.
Breathe in slowly and deeply, pushing your stomach out so that your diaphragm is put to maximal use.
Hold your breath briefly.
Exhale slowly, thinking "relax."
Repeat the entire sequence 5 to 10 times, concentrating on breathing deeply and slowly.
Deep breathing is easy to learn. You can do it at any time, in any place. You can use deep breathing to help dissipate stress as it occurs. Practice the routine in advance; then use it when you need it most. If you find it helpful, consider repeating the exercise four to six times a day — even on good days.
LEASING CORNER
VIRTUAL TOURS
Take a virtual tour through Skype, FaceTime, or a pre-recorded video sent right to your e-mail.
Refer your friend to Crestwood Village and after your friend moves in, you will receive a check for $200! Pick up a Referral Reward form in the lobby or download and print a copy here.
Call the leasing office for details at 317-888-7973.
SUITE LIFE SPECIAL OFFER
$500 TOWARDS PROFESSIONAL MOVING AND PACKING
For a limited time only, are currently offering $500 towards professional moving and packing when you choose a Suite Life apartment as your new home. Must apply by November 30, 2022.
The Suite Life is an ideal and affordable solution providing additional upgraded amenities and services including:
All Utilities Paid + Cable TV
Emergency Response Pendant
Laundry on Each Floor
Routine Housekeeping
Courtesy Transportation
Connected Access to the Clubhouse
Life Enrichment Activities
Fitness Center + Personal Trainer
Transportation to Medical Appointments, Shopping and Errands.
