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On October 7, 2022, the 17th Annual Humana/PVM Village Victory Cup returned LIVE AND IN-PERSON!
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The Village Victory Cup Champions of the Village of Westland
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The 17th Annual Humana/PVM Village Victory Cup Returns Live!
23 Villages participated live or virtually with a lively competition featuring brain smart activities, walking events, basketball, and the ever-popular, balloon volleyball. The competition was fierce with The Village of Westland capturing the Village Victory Cup and Hartford Village taking the Spirit Award. This event showcased the vibrancy of seniors with participants’ ages ranging from 64 and under to 90 and over. Not only are the VVC games engaging, but they are also designed and scored so that every resident, regardless of their ability, can contribute points to their team. This model of wellness benefits the community by promoting healthy habits among vulnerable seniors to enhance their quality of life. The Village Victory Cup uses “stealth wellness” to encourage seniors of all ability levels to participate in a healthy lifestyle through fun and interactive games residents play yearround. This year-round practice encourages a positive lifestyle change and promotes physical activity and social interaction.
Spirit Award winners from Hartford Village
Residents feel passionate about practicing and are motivated to work harder, bettering their scores for the whole team. Many thanks to our presenting sponsor, Humana, for their continued support! Special thank you to our volunteers from Flex Tech Schools, Wayne State University, The University of Michigan Flint, Oakland University, and Versalev Systems Engineering. The Village Victory Cup would not be possible without the unwavering support of our sponsors and volunteers. Thank you for your continued dedication to wellness and older adults! For more information and to get inspired for Aging Well, visit: www.villagevictorycup.org.
Thank You to PVM Stakeholders On September 30th, PVM held a Luncheon to Say Thanks at the Edsel Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores. Surrounded by the beautiful venue and grounds, this was our moment to thank selected donors, board members, volunteers, and staff who were nominated by their peers. Thanks to all of these generous individuals, PVM has been successful over the past 77 years in providing the opportunity to “embrace the possibilities” for Michigan seniors.
Roger Myers, President & CEO, presenting The Shining Star Award for service excellence to Bernice Lewis.
All of the attendees enjoyed the camaraderie of finally being able to celebrate life in person. Bernice Lewis, administrative office assistant
at the Home Office, was recognized with The Shining Star Award for employees having received multiple nominations.