Community Matters Aberdeen Village
February 2015
Aberdeen Village honored for achievements Aberdeen Village received a certificate of recognition from Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica for reaching goals in fiscal year 2014, July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2014. The recognition came through PMMA’s new Emerald Awards Program, designed to encourage its 18 locations to achieve high levels of resident and employee satisfaction, meet financial goals, build philanthropic support for the organization’s mission and meet marketing goals. There are 11 areas measured for the Emerald Awards. To receive an emerald, a campus has to meet its goals in all 11 areas. Certificates of recognition were given out to campuses that reached their goals in one or more category. Aberdeen Village, located in Olathe, Kan., was recognized for achieving a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, and meeting marketing goals. “This recognition is a visible sign of Aberdeen Village’s commitment to the mission of PMMA of providing quality senior services guided by Christian values,” said Bruce Shogren, CEO. HONOR, continued on page 3 CEO, continued on page 4
74 years strong
Couple celebrates Valentine’s Day anniversary It’s not often you find a couple married more than 50 years, let alone 74. But that’s exactly how many years of marriage Bob and Mary Jane Anderson will celebrate on Valentine’s Day. Their love began after a simple encounter at church. She just happened to be a greeter on the Sunday he chose to visit. They were married at Central Presbyterian Church in Kansas City and went on to have four children, eight grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Bob served 49 years on the board of College of the Ozarks, is a member of the Allied Food Club, and is a soloist in his church choir and the Shriner’s Chanters. Mary Jane taught Sunday school, was president of the parent teacher organization and worked with American Field Service. The family hosted foreign exchange students from Argentina and Sweden. Bob and Mary Jane have always enjoyed Valentine’s Day and its special meaning to them. For 28 years, they celebrated their love with a trip to Sanibel Island to strengthen their bond. Their advice for young couples? “Always say ‘Yes, ma’am,” advises Bob, and Mary Jane adds, “Communication is key.” Congratulations, Bob and Mary Jane!
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