Aberdeen Village Community Matters May 2019

Aberdeen Village

MAY 2019

PMMA unveils new logo, brand identity As an organization evolves and grows, so should brand awareness. In the past year, Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America has embarked on a journey to create a brand image that could represent all its communities and provide greater brand awareness for the entire PMMA system.

The new mark had to reflect PMMA’s core values, mission and beliefs. It needed to be simple, but sophisticated enough to convey the high quality of care and service found in PMMA communities. It also needed to be practical, and demonstrate reliability and integrity. At its board meeting March 5, the PMMA Board of Trustees approved a new logo set for the PMMA system.

The new logo captures the spirit of our heritage and commitment to the future. The simplicity of the mark pays tribute to the original request from Alice Kalb to the Presbyterian Church. The upward “V” elements serve to remind us that our core purpose is to provide compassionate and caring services to better the lives of seniors.

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The Aberdeen Village swimming pool.

Aquatics classes a splash at Aberdeen Village

As temperatures begin to warm up outside, there’s nothing quite like taking a refreshing dip in our indoor pool. Our aquatics exercise classes are a great way to stay active! Jordanne Gerdes with Aegis Therapies® leads these sessions and encourages you to give it a try.

“Doing exercise in the water is a good way to strengthen your muscles through the natural resistance water offers while putting less pressure on your joints: helping to relieve pain and increase flexibility. With the 50 minute class time, the constant activity can also help to increase endurance,” said Jordanne. “My favorite part of leading the class is getting to know the residents and hearing the stories they share. I have had some truly educational, funny and very interesting conversations during classes. I really do look forward to my pool days!”

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The elements of the logo represent the three levels of living (independent, assisted and healthcare) or outstretched arms that protect and serve our residents. These elements are blue to suggest energy and action because it empowers residents to remain healthy, active and engaged.

It also underscores respect and understanding that seniors, as citizens and individuals, retain their rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

The logo has three different diamond colors, utilizing colors from the previous PMMA logos.

The diamond elements sit atop the “V” elements to signify the core purpose of our organization. The PMMA gold diamond relates to the Presbyterian Manor gold standard for providing quality senior services; the purple diamond refers to the faith-based mission that is fulfilled daily by the staff members at each PMMA community; the Aberdeen green diamond refers to the commitment to healthy living through the intentional balance of physical, emotional, social, spiritual and intellectual components of wellness.

Over the next several months, you will begin to see the new logos in our communications, advertising, and signage. We look forward to continuing to provide you with the quality senior services guided

by Christian values that you have come to expect. ◆

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Currently, Aberdeen Village offers an aquatic exercise class 3 days a week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30 to 9:20 a.m.

These include stretching and strengthening activities for the whole body.

“Doing activities in the water also gives better opportunities to work on balance through core strength and posture. There are days when someone will begin class saying that something is stiff or harder to move and by the end of class tell me they feel better. I always advise participants to listen to their body and work within what’s comfortable because water exercises should not

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be painful. And with the group I have, we have fun!”

If you have questions or just want to see what it’s all about, Jordanne encourages you to at least give it a try.

“I would encourage anyone interested to come watch or try a class. The therapy department is also available for aquatic therapy sessions to address pain, range of motion and balance issues. If you haven’t been to the pool lately or are new to Aberdeen and are interested, please come and chat with me and the other residents in the pool or stop by the therapy department.” ◆

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Community Matters

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by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizaton.

To submit or suggest articles: sroark@PMMA.org Tim Allin, executive director Sean Roark, director of sales and marketing

OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.

A Community of Friends Resident Referral Rewards Program

Friends Make The Best Neighbors Life is always better when you’re surrounded by friends, and we want you to enjoy the best life possible. If you have any friends who may be interested in the same worry-free lifestyle you enjoy at Aberdeen Village, referring them could benefit you both!

One Step, And It’s Easy If you have friends who may be interested in moving to Aberdeen Village, simply fill out the attached referral card and submit it to the Marketing Office OR visit with a member of our Marketing Team, Sean Roark or Stephanie Oehlert, to schedule a time for a tour. If you submit a referral card, we will send your friends information about Aberdeen Village and contact them by phone.

How The Reward Works If the referred individual or couple chooses an independent living or assisted living residence at Aberdeen Village as their new home, you will receive a $2,000 credit on your next monthly service fee.* Don’t feel guilty, the individual or couple you refer will receive a $1,000 credit on their first monthly service fee,* too – providing you both some extra cash to celebrate your new life as neighbors! It gets better – this is an unlimited offer, so the more referrals you provide, the greater the rewards.

I know someone who would like to learn more about: Independent Living ___

Assisted Living ___

Referral Name(s)

Address

Phone

Your Name

City

State

ZIP

E-mail

Residence #

*Certain restrictions apply. For additional information, contact Sean Roark, Director of Sales and Marketing at 913-890-6455.

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It’s an honor: Military Appreciation Month We should honor, thank and remember our military men and women every day for the sacrifices they’ve made for our safety and freedoms.

The month of May is set aside as Military Appreciation Month, and we recognize several observances including Memorial Day, Armed Forces Day, and Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Thank you to all in our community who have served or who’ve loved and supported someone who served. We remember with gratitude those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Thank you to these residents who have served our country!

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MARINES: Richard Griffith

COAST GUARD: Harold Keeling AIR FORCE: Walt Wunderlich, Hob Habighorst, Max “Gene” Dickerson, Larry Blake (Korea), Jim Quinn and Wendell Sisk.

NAVY: Elden Beebe, Larry Blake (WWII), Bob Butler, Bill Killam, Sam Malsbary, Tom Messplay, Kenneth Minter, Warren Morse, Bob Otey, Arky Thomas, Bill Walter and Robert Wilson.

ARMY: Bernard Bancroft, Richard Benjamin, Glenn Bergmann, Doyle Dixon, John Evans, Gib Hart, Ambrose Kelly, John McCormick, Branson Moore, Harold E. Reynolds, Lou Schmidt, Lloyd Taylor and Ed Weger. ◆