Community Events and Announcments
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Linwood Homes
Tenants, friends, family, congregation and community members are all welcome to attend the following educational events. No RSVP is necessary.​​​
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​Can We Help?
Jean George is our Linwood Community Resource Advocate. Her position is funded through an ELCA grant. There are many programs in the Fox Cities that help older adults live safely, independently and age in place. Jean’s role is to help older adults overcome the barriers in accessing these programs. Barriers that many face include:
Lack of knowledge of the programs available
Lack of computer skills or transportation allowing access to these resources
Hearing, visual and mobility impairments
No family member or close friend to help navigate programs
Programs and information that Jean can help you access include:
transportation, housing and energy assistance, scam prevention, fall prevention, foot care, veteran services, advance care planning, food banks and meal delivery services, medical equipment loans, representative payee options, medication delivery, Medicare education and access to support groups for grief, visual and hearing impairments.
Jean can help identify your needs, access your barriers to meeting those needs with as little stress as possible. This program is meant to help you, your older church members, AND your family, friends, and neighbors. For more information, please contact Jean at resource.fvlhomes@gmail.com or 920-734-7225 Ext 7.
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Annual Meeting
Board members and congregation delegates will gather on Saturday, April 26 at 9 AM in Linwood Commons for our annual meeting.
Continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 AM. RSVP to Lynn Ann at lynnann.fvlhomes@gmail.com if you would like to join us. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Worship & Fellowship Opportunities
Join us in the Linwood Commons for worship services during Lent.
Wednesday, March 26, 1 PM, Pastor Amy Engebose leading us in worship. (Lunch served at 12:00. Please RSVP to lynnann.fvlhomes@gmail.com if you would like to join us for food and fellowship before worship.)
Wednesday, April 2, 1 PM, Pastor Amy Engebose leading us in worship.
Wednesday, April 9, 1:30 PM, Pastor Erik Roth leading us in in worship.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Thrivent for their generous support of our Lenten luncheons at Linwood. Their contribution not only nourishes our tenants’ bodies but also fosters meaningful connections among them, enhancing their overall well-being.
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Educational Opportunities
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First Aid & CPR Refresher
Join Linwood tenants and Andrew Olson from Gold Cross Ambulance as we kick off the West Appleton "Rock the Block" program with a First Aid and CPR Refresher on Wednesday, March 19th at 1 PM. Our West Appleton neighbors are invited to this program. "Rock the Block" is a catalyst for neighborhood transformation, thought exterior repairs and beautification initiatives with teams scheduled to beautify our neighborhood on May 15 - 17.
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Are You A Safe Driver?
An important heads up! On Thursday, April 10th, we will be hosting Refresh Your Driving Skills from 10:00-2:45. This is also known as the AARP Smart Driver Course and is designed to refresh your driving skills. You will learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and rules of the road, how to deal with aggressive drivers and how to safely navigate adverse weather conditions.
Advanced registration is required and the cost will be $10 per person. You can register by calling Yon Abel, Wellness Coordinator, at 920-850-3623 or by emailing our resource advocate Jean George at Resource.fvlhomes@gmail.com. Space is limited. Lunch will be provided. Some insurance companies give a discount to people who have successfully completed this course.
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The Value of the Mediterranean Diet
Join us on Monday, May 19th at 11 AM as Yon Abel, our Wellness Coordinator presents information on the Mediterranean Diet. This diet is highly recommended because of its overall health benefits. It has been shown to reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels, help regulate blood sugar, provide a high intake of antioxidants, and help with weight management. It also has been shown to provide the nutrients essential for brain health and has been associated with a longer lifespan.
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Save the Date for 2025
Pie & Ice Cream Social, June 22
Talk of the Town, July 13
Elvis John, August 17
Voices of Peace, September 21
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Tenants, friends, family, congregation and community members are all welcome to attend our events at 425 N Linwood Ave, Appleton.
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Grief Care
Nancy Scheuerman, member of Prince of Peace Lutheran in Appleton, and the facilitator for the Grief Support groups wants to extend a welcome to all in our community to join a group if they wish.
There is an evening group on Thursday, January 30th that will meet at 6:30-8:00PM for a total of 8 weeks over a 10 week time frame. And a possibility of a daytime group if there is enough interest to begin on Wednesday, February 19 at 9:30-11:00 AM for an 8 week period.
Nancy is a member of the Northeast Wisconsin Grief Network and the grief group information is also listed on their website. https://wwwnewigriefnetwork.com/
