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 The 50th Anniversary celebration at Christian Village was
similarly affected, but that didn’t mean the day was lost. While
some tents stood empty with the rain coming down, and outdoor events
for kids canceled, inside the Community Living Center, it was a very
busy place.
The two story building with several open meeting areas was filled
with guests enjoying a variety of activities.
Just inside the door, the Village was celebrating the future by
showing off plans for the next expansion project, a nursing building
that will be built across Seventh Street. The village recently
received a vacation of right-of-way from the city of Lincoln for the
project. The new development will include the building plus a
cul-de-sac at the end of Seventh.
Guests were invited to enjoy food treats such as cotton candy being
made on site, and a terrific box lunch that included a barbecue
sandwich, chips and a sweet treat. The lunch was free to everyone
while supplies lasted. Serving began at 11 a.m. and a large crowd
was on hand to enjoy the food.
 Indoor activities were set up for young and old alike. For kids
there were art projects and other games.
For kids and adults there were trivia games and mind teasers that
exercised the mind and memory. On this game the ball with red stars
contains topics to which the possessor of the ball has to provide
answers. The rest of the group can challenge the answer if they feel
it is incorrect. Questions included naming famous movies stars from
the 1950’s or name the First Ladies of the United States.
There were tests of brain, and physical skills such as the test for
eye and hand coordination and muscle strength.
Displays were set-up with Reps Gym that focused on Senior Health and
Exercise. Dr. Frank Adubato was also on hand with a display
pertaining to back health.
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Live music was provided by Dan Tackett of Lincoln and Kevin Wilson
of Elkhart.
A booth was set up to explain the Christian Village Ministry. And, a table was
set up with a representative from Safe Haven Hospice.
In another part of the building, tables were set-up with representatives talking
about good nutrition, and another table featured career opportunities at
Christian Village.
The nursing table was sponsored by Walgreens with lots of handouts and freebies
being offered to visitors.
Outside, when the rain broke for a bit, one tent was busy, but for the most part
the outdoor events were not taking place.
The Christian Village began in Lincoln in 1965 as the Christian Nursing Home. In
its 50 year history in the community it has expanded greatly, now offering
independent living options, assisted living options, complete nursing care, and
specialty programs such as rehab-to-home and memory care.
[Nila Smith]
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