Tenants (seated) are shown painting and assembling craft beads for bracelets, and painting and assembling craft beads with Patriotic colors, during the afternoon on June 19, 2025, at the Sunrise Villa Assisted Living in Bellevue, Iowa.
A big Thank You to all the families, friends, residents, tenants, staff, volunteers, churches, businesses, schools, teachers, students, and musicians, who contributed to making our week so enjoyable and memorable for the residents and tenants. Your visits, sharing your gifts and time mean the world to everyone here.
We would like to recognize our amazing volunteers for their continued support and dedication. You truly make a difference! Special Thanks to the Mennonites for sharing their Music with the residents (at the MVCC)) and then with the tenants (at the SVAl) during the evening time on “Happy Father’s Day” on Sunday. We welcomed Rev. Hung Le arriving to host and “cover” for Rev.
Andy Upah (Pastor, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Bellevue, Iowa), with Yvette Andersen (Director of Faith Formation), Laurie and Jacob Till (Jacob – Marquette Catholic Music Director K – 12 Music) playing the piano, Judy Moran, Jr. & Laura Steines, Rick Michels, and Maryetta Lampe (Catholic Service at SVAL). Bingo (at SVAL): Molly Ploessl, with Daniela Miller and Lucia Miller, and Kathy Tebbe. Bingo (at MVCC): Jeannie Weber, Rita Miller, Lynn Muhlenhaupt, and Linda Bennett, with Theresa S. and Joy M. (staff); Kayla Blaser, Alison Meier, Courtney Maxwell, Season Kutsch, Lenae Sieverding (Administrator), and Anonymous. Thanks to the faithful Dominoes volunteers: Vincent Schmidt, Merle Kilburg, and Marlyce Tebbe. Thanks to Glenda Cornelius for her donation of a beautiful handsewn Patriotic Runner for all to enjoy. Thanks to Barb Ries for sharing her decorating skills with us by decorating the front of the MVCC front entrance with Patriotic Themes! Thanks to Stanley Daniels (volunteer) for assisting Activities on Wednesday. Thanks to the Family of LaVonne Kueter for their donations of items for the residents and tenants.
Thanks to Millennium Therapy for providing weekly therapeutic activities to enhance the quality of life by promoting physical health, cognitive function and emotional well-being. Thanks to A.J. Bishop (Physical Therapist) and to Kristi Kreutner (Occupational Therapist) for providing our weekly therapeutic session with the residents exercising (at MVCC) during the midmorning on Wednesday, with Theresa S. & Joy M. (staff); and thanks to A.J. Bishop (Physical Therapist) for providing our weekly therapeutic session with the tenants at the Sunrise Villa Assisted Living (SVAL) during the midmorning on Monday.
Special Thanks to David Eischeid (volunteer art instructor) for visiting and hosting “Artwork with David” (an artwork class), and Mary Ann Kutsch (volunteer) assisting during the morning on Wednesday and helping our small group of resident/tenant art students unlock their art talents with Joy M. (staff).
Thanks to Tessa P. (Care Transition Coordinator, St. Croix Hospice, Davenport, Iowa) for her presentation of an educational “Letter Scrapbooking Craft” with the tenants (at the SVAL) during the afternoon on Wednesday.
Thanks to Julie Schlabaugh [RN, Above and Beyond (Hospice), Monticello, Iowa] for bringing in and distributing delicious popsicles for residents and tenants on Thursday.
Thanks to Bea Hansen (volunteer) for hosting “Crafts with Bea” (making Patriotic Bracelets and Patriotic Necklaces) with the tenants (at the SVAL), and (making Patriotic Bracelets) with the residents (at the MVCC) with Theresa S. & Joy M. (staff) during the afternoon on Thursday. Thanks also, to Ashley (volunteer) for assisting Activities during this event.
Thanks to Jill Herrig (Nurse & volunteer) for bringing her two dogs, “Bailey” (miniature Collie) and “Cooper” (Labradoodle) to visit and spend time with some very happy residents, “Pet Therapy” during the afternoon Thursday.
Thanks to the Dietary Department for their assistance with Activities during this past week, etc. Thanks to everyone for their assistance and support with all the “individualized” activities/events during this past week.
We are introducing a new section called, “Remember When”. We asked the residents this question: “Did you play any ‘Sports’ in High School?”
James H.: “I played baseball for the city of Zwingle (which was part of the ‘Prairie League Baseball’). I was pretty good. I probably ‘stole’ more bases than anyone in the Prairie League! My Mom wanted us to go to a Catholic School. They had two years of high school (offering no sports) at St. Lawrence Catholic High School in Otter Creek, but I wanted to play sports. My first year of high school at St. Lawrence had no sports; and I could not go to Maquoketa High School (which offered sports), so I just quit. I played any position that Zwingle needed for me to play. I played every position but pitching. I started out at ‘short stop’, but then as my arm grew weaker, they moved me to third base. I only played a couple of games, and then I played all 3 areas of the outfield, but there was not much excitement out there. I hit one home run, I think! I could really run! My favorite team is the CUBS. In my younger days, I was a Dodgers fan. As the years went by, my Mom retired, and she lived in an apartment. Every time I went to see my Mom, she was watching the CUBS, so, I switched to the CUBS! Back in earlier times, the Dodgers had a really good team! They had Sandy Koufax! ‘What Memories!’ P.S. : I also, enjoyed the Sport of Hunting (Elk and Deer), and Mushroom Hunting as other sporting interests.”
(We want to thank James and family for sharing his memories of “the past” with us. Hopefully, sharing and reminiscing this, will bring some smiles to your face, as you read this article.)
“Not All Heroes Wear Capes” – “Happy Father’s Day”, on the June 15th!!
For a more comprehensive listing of upcoming activities and events, visit our website: www.MillValleyCareCenter.com. Click on the “Calendar of Events” or “Activity Newsletter” sections for the latest updates and photos. (Note: All activities, events, and times are subject to change without prior notice.) To confirm the scheduling, one may also call: 563-872-5521. One can also find pictures of the “Happenings/Recap” section of our newsletter or on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MillValleyCareSunriseVilla/.
Thank you again for entrusting us with the care of your loved ones and for your support. It is an honor to serve you!
